Part-time Communication intern

1905 International Human Rights Film Festival (“1905IHRFF”) seeking a part-time communication intern.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Commitment: minimum of 20 hours a week / including remote working hours

The 1905 International Human Rights Film Festival (“1905IHRFF”) is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student in journalism, international affairs, film, event management or related fields for the fall-winter 2019/2020 internship in the Hong Kong office. Ideally, the intern will be available from September 23, 2019 through the last week of February 2020, with the possibility to extend. The intern will receive experience in film programming, marketing and planning international film festival events. We are looking for candidates that are passionate about human rights, who are determined to make an impact on people’s lives around the world.

The internship is unpaid. Students are often able to arrange academic credit, as this internships often offer direct exposure to the workings of an international human rights organization, close supervision by the 1905IHRFF staff, interaction with other international film festivals, and opportunities to attend lectures, training, and special events relating to human rights. Students should check with their individual academic institutions for requirements.

Part-time communication Intern will learn and primarily focus on:

-Analyzing media mentions for 1905 IHRFF using a variety of online tools;- Drafting briefing documents to be used as a resource by researchers and directors;- Conducting desk research to expand and maintain lists of journalists reporting on human rights issues;- Analyzing and compiling suggested posts for the 1905IHRFF newsletter, social media platforms; andOther projects (e.g.research and media outreach), may be assigned as they arise. 

Qualifications: Strong oral and written communication skills in both Cantonese, Chinese ( Mandarin) and English are required. Computer skills are essential (e.g., Microsoft Office, internet applications). Applicants should be disciplined self-starters and strong team players. Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to human rights and/or international issues.

Applicants who are offered an internship, but who are not Hong Kong citizens or permanent residents, must possess a valid Hong Kong visa for the duration of the internship.

Please apply immediately by sending your CV/resume and letter of interest/cover letter to ms. Beltiukova (a.beltiukova(at)chinawomensff.net). The email subject line should include your name and the position you are applying to.