Stage Community Engagement MIIS – CLEAR Global (Remote)

Contexte

CLEAR Global is inviting applications for a Community Engagement Intern position within its Influence and Language Justice department. The internship is designed specifically for current graduate students at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey (MIIS) who are interested in community management, online engagement, event coordination and international nonprofit work.

The position is remote and home-based, with no travel required. The intern will work approximately 15–20 hours per week and report to the Language Access and Engagement Specialist. Importantly, CLEAR Global states that this vacancy is for MIIS students only. Eligible MIIS students may also be able to access the Experiential Learning Fund (ELF), subject to the applicable program requirements.

Overview of the CLEAR Global Internship: CLEAR Global works to help people access vital information and communicate in languages and formats they understand. Its global community includes more than 200,000 linguists who contribute their time and skills to support access to information.

The Community Engagement Intern will support efforts to keep this global community informed, connected and engaged. The role will involve online events, community conversations, collaborative projects and day-to-day support for members using CLEAR Global’s digital community platforms.

This is an entry-level internship that offers practical exposure to community management within an international nonprofit organization. The successful intern will have opportunities to develop skills in event planning, online moderation, community coordination and digital engagement.

Internship Details

• Position: Community Engagement Intern – MIIS
• Organization: CLEAR Global
• Department: Influence and Language Justice
• Employment type: Intern
• Experience level: Entry-level
• Location: Remote / home-based
• Hours: 15–20 hours per week
• Travel: None
• Reports to: Language Access and Engagement Specialist
• Eligibility: Current graduate students at MIIS

The role is particularly suited to students who have an internship idea connected to their area of interest and expertise. Applicants are invited to apply to the open MIIS internship posting, upload their resume and explain their proposal in their cover letter.

Missions et responsabilités

The intern will contribute to the management and development of CLEAR Global’s online community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Helping manage the organization’s Discourse community space, including organizing categories, channels and topics and supporting basic administration.
• Helping keep the community active by starting and following up on conversations, encouraging members to share experiences and identifying opportunities for new discussions.
• Moderating online conversations to promote constructive and respectful discussions.
• Supporting community members with questions and basic Discourse navigation.
• Helping coordinate community-led projects using platforms such as Discourse and Slack.
• Following up with contributors to maintain momentum on collaborative activities.
• Supporting the planning of online community events.
• Helping identify event topics and formats.
• Supporting speaker coordination and event logistics.
• Assisting with scheduling, registration and participant communication.
• Gathering feedback and maintaining basic records of participation and engagement.
• Maintaining documents, calendars, trackers and follow-up actions.
• Supporting other community engagement activities as required.

The intern will also be expected to represent CLEAR Global appropriately and act in the organization’s best interests throughout the internship.

Profil recherché

The position is specifically open to current graduate students at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey (MIIS).

Applicants should have an interest in community management, events or online engagement. Previous experience is not required, although it is considered an advantage.

Candidates should also be comfortable communicating online with people from different backgrounds and managing multiple tasks in an organized manner.

Other qualifications include:

• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to learn new tools and software.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• A self-starter approach.
• Analytical thinking and the ability to turn ideas into practical actions.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability and self-motivation.
• Interest in translation project management.
• Ability to learn new technologies and skills quickly.
• Strong attention to detail.

CLEAR Global describes the internship as suitable for someone who is starting out in community management or event coordination. The organization is seeking someone who is friendly, organized and interested in helping people connect. The successful candidate should also be comfortable working remotely while maintaining regular communication with the Senior Community Officer and wider team.

An interest in the role of language in humanitarian response is also relevant, as CLEAR Global emphasizes the importance of communication in the right language for improving access to information.

Conditions et avantages

• Stage à distance (Remote / home-based), sans déplacement.
• Volume horaire : 15 à 20 heures par semaine.
• Accès possible au fonds d’apprentissage expérientiel (Experiential Learning Fund – ELF) pour les étudiants MIIS éligibles, selon les conditions du programme.

Dossier de candidature

• Resume (CV)
• Cover letter (Lettre de motivation incluant la proposition de stage et les intérêts en lien avec l’expertise du candidat)

Comment postuler

Eligible MIIS students interested in the opportunity should apply through the CLEAR Global careers platform. Applicants should upload their resume and use their cover letter to outline their internship proposal, particularly if they have a specific internship idea connected to their interests and expertise.

Apply Online: CLEAR Global Careers

MIIS students may also review information about the Experiential Learning Fund (ELF) through Middlebury Institute resources to determine whether they may be eligible for funding support.

ELF Information: Middlebury Institute Experiential Learning Fund