Summer 2025 Communications Intern - The World Affairs Council

The World Affairs Council (WAC) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to the enrichment of its members and visitors concerning important world affairs. Houston nonprofit internships may be of particular interest to students who can use the Council’s vast network and resources to further their education. Through Internships, undergraduate and graduate students have an opportunity to learn about international issues and assist the World Affairs Council.

Applicants must have a personal interest in international affairs, possess excellent research, writing, and verbal communications skills, be detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities, and possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office. We give strongest consideration to students whose interests and career path can most benefit from their time as an intern.

Details

• All internships are IN-PERSON. We currently do NOT have REMOTE internships.

• Applicants for summer positions must be prepared to give a minimum of 20 hours per week for a period of at least 8 weeks during the summer.

• Summer internships are unpaid, however, course credit may be available. 

• Due to high demand and limited availability, all internships are available on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis.

Important Dates for Spring Internship

• Begin in End of May

• End in August

• Applicants accepted for an interview will be notified by April 15th

• Applications submitted after April 15th will be considered on a space-available basis

Summer internships at the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston could highly benefit you in your academic and professional career as you prepare to take the next step in your international education or global career. For our summer internship opportunities in Houston you must commit to a time period of no less than eight weeks. If approved, you would work closely with a member of the Council in one of the following areas:

• Development

• Education

• Marketing and Communications

• Membership

• Programs

You’ll be part of an important and enlightening organization in Houston that has many networking opportunities to expand your horizons. We hope that you’ll take advantage of our fall semester internship opportunities.

How to Apply

Submit your cover letter, resume, and a writing sample (something that show cases your ability to enhance your skills) to jobs@wachouston.org . Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled for departments.

In your cover letter, please specify which department you are interested in.