Internship opportunity - research and development of a policy paper

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PATHFINDER
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Jessica van Thiel
Founding & Managing Partner
3
Preferred learners
  • Anywhere
  • Academic experience
Categories
Business strategy Training & development Community engagement International development
Project scope
What is the main goal for this project?

About Us:

PATHFINDER is a social enterprise based in Canada and France, with a mission to drive global development through a trilateral model by engaging with social enterprise, academia, and policy (please see attached business summary and our website for details about us).

Project Details:

We have two internship positions available to meet deliverables related to the research, writing, and editing of a policy paper with a refugee focus. The selected candidates will be part of a larger working group which will guide them on specific deliverables and action items for the paper. The scope of work is not limited by the paper. It may also include project support, business development, and communications.

This is a virtual position.

Point of contact: Jessica van Thiel, Founding and Managing Partner, PATHFINDER - jessica@pathfindersocent.com

What tasks will learners need to complete to achieve the project goal?

To meet the deliverables, the students will be required to research, develop, and edit a policy paper with a refugee focus. The scope of work is not limited by the paper. It may also include project support, business development, and communications.

How will you support learners in completing the project?

We will provide feedback on your work. We can share insights into the international development sector. This is an excellent opportunity for any student/professional who wishes to pursue a career in social entrepreneurship, policy, or academia within an international development context.

If successful, we would be happy to provide a reference letter as well as acknowledgment of contribution to the publication.

What skills or technologies will help learners to complete the project?

- Excellent research skills

- Excellent writing skills

- Good editing skills

- Good communications skills

- Able to work independently and as part of a small team

- Able to meet deadlines a must

About the company

PATHFINDER is a social enterprise based in Canada and France, with a mission to drive global development through a trilateral model by engaging with social enterprise, academia, and policy (please our website for details about us).