Position Announcement
Research Intern, Global Philanthropists Circle

The name “Synergos” comes from the Greek root meaning “working together”. We inspire, lead, and support sustainable and systems-changing collaboration to address poverty, equity, and social justice. Bringing together civil society leaders, social innovators, philanthropists, foundations, corporations, government agencies, and global institutions with poor and marginalized communities, we help these diverse actors work together to create sustainable systems change.

The Global Philanthropists Circle (GPC) is a dynamic network of leading philanthropic families from across the world committed to using their time, influence and resources to fight global poverty and social injustice. Founded in 2001 by Peggy Dulany, Synergos’ Chair, and her father, David Rockefeller, the GPC increases the impact of members’ philanthropy and allows them to become more effective social investors by offering opportunities for learning and collaboration. Currently, the GPC consists of more than 65 families, including about 250 individual philanthropists from more than 25 countries.

The program seeks an intern with a time commitment of 10-15 hours per week. Interns are welcome to participate broadly in Synergos activities, including all-staff meetings, staff presentations and meetings with external guests.

Responsabilities

To provide integral support to the Global Philanthropists Circle by:

  • Conducting research on issues related to philanthropy trends, private philanthropists and successful approaches to poverty alleviation.
  • Producing short write ups for philanthropic audience.
  • Assisting the organization and execution of member events and trips
  • Collecting and entering data for the membership database.

Qualifications

  • Graduate-level student of development, public policy, international affairs, non-profit management or related field
  • Committed to Synergos' mission and values
  • Strong research, organization and presentation skills
  • Excellent writing and communications skills
  • Independent, proactive and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Fluency in English
  • Experienced in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Terms of Internship

For qualified candidates we offer a unique learning experience, exposure to global philanthropists, relaxed and professional work environment and flexible hours.

Times are flexible but a commitment of at least 3 months is expected. Longer periods are possible. Please note that this internship is unpaid, but reimbursement for public transportation costs will be provided.

To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume and one page writing sample with a subject line “Application GPC Intern/Research” to dlee@synergos.org