INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY IN THE WASHINGTON D.C. OFFICE OF THE POLISH AMERICAN
CONGRESS

The Washington, D.C. office of the Polish American Congress would like to
invite you to apply for an internship position during the Spring semester 2007.

Internship in the Washington DC office provides a wide spectrum of
opportunities to improve one’s research abilities by learning about the
legislative process and the political environment in the Nation’s Capital.

Interns work on individual and team projects that include:
- Conducting in-depth research on specific pieces of legislation,
particularly those affecting the Polish American community;
- Conducting projects relating to immigration issues;
- Attending various events such as congressional hearings, press
conferences, lectures and briefings (e.g. organized by Heritage Foundation,
Freedom House, coalitions on immigration policy, East Central European
ethnic groups, as well as other foundations and organizations);
- Conducting research on various matters concerning Polish Americans and
Poland, and
- Performing various office duties, as assigned.

General notes regarding internship in the Washington D.C. office of the
Polish American Congress:

1. At least a one-month commitment is required;

2. During the Fall and Spring semesters we offer flexible hours (full time,
part time and everything in-between) to accommodate the student's schedule.
Of course, the more time a student can spend with us - the better.

3. The internship program is built upon three components: legislative,
research and office. Sample activities include research on particular pieces
of legislation; attending press conferences, seminars, lectures etc. (after
each outside event you will be asked to write a 1-2 page report); updating
databases, and participating in everyday office activities. Depending on the
semester and the number of interns in the office, you may be asked to work
as a team with other interns. A detailed, individualized program is prepared
for each intern and discussed with him/her during our first meeting at the
office.

4. The internship program is unpaid. As much as we would like to, we do not
provided monetary compensation for the time and support we receive from our
interns.

5. We are particularly interested in taking on only responsible and reliable
persons. Professionalism and dependability are a must. Also, our interns
must possess strong writing and interpersonal skills as well as have an
interest in matters/issues relating to Poland, Polonia and/or Central
Europe. Proficiency in the Polish language is a plus, but is not required.

To apply please send your current CV with a cover letter to Dr. Barbara B.
Andersen, Internship Program Coordinator, at: pacwash@polamcon.org.

The Polish American Congress is an umbrella organization representing 3,000
Polish American organizations, ranging from national fraternal benefit
societies, such as the Polish National Alliance, Polish Women's Alliance,
Polish Roman Catholic Union, Polish Falcons and others, including veteran,
cultural, professional, religious and social associations, with an aggregate
membership of over one million.

Polish American Congress
1612 K Street, N.W. Suite 410
Washington, D.C. 20006
Tel: (202) 296-6955
Fax: (202) 835-1565
Web: www.polamcon.org