About Us

Volunteer and intern

China Institute recognizes the important role that volunteers and interns play in our organization and we are often in need of dedicated individuals to help us carry out our mission.

Volunteer and intern positions can be held in the following departments: Administration, Finance, Membership, Gallery, Education, Development, and Special Events. Projects may include research, general office work, accounting, teacher support, docent work, graphic design, and web design. A minimum time commitment of 2-4 hours per week is recommended for most positions.

We encourage those interested to submit a resume and brief cover letter, letting us know in what capacity you would like to volunteer or intern at China Institute.

Please send these materials to:[email protected]
or by mail to:
Human Resources
China Institute
100 Washington Street
New York, NY 10006

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Internship, Development Team

Objective:
• The internship opportunity is intended for the intern to advance her/his knowledge of development and fundraising strategies and prospect research in support of China Institute’s Center for Business and other China Institute programs. The intern reports to the SVP/Chief Development Officer.

Projects description (will be adjusted based on candidate’s availabilities and interests):
1. Help identify new Corporate Sponsors and Corporate Members for China Institute. Research companies with a potential interest in China Institute Center for Business programs, special events, and other China Institute offerings. The intern will collaborate with the Development and Center for Business teams at China Institute and help identify sponsorship prospects that could be a good fit for the upcoming programming series. In return, the intern will gain deeper insights on the trends and landscape of US-China corporations, learn how development and programming support a nonprofit institute, and will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact.

2. Support Individual Membership & Events planning to gain firsthand experience on how to cultivate and grow China Institute’s individual membership through special events.

Essential Experience, Skills, and Competencies
• The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about China Institute’s mission, can structure and conduct research creatively and independently, communicate and collaborate well with the team, and has an interest in gaining more skills in development and business programming. Fluency in Chinese is a plus but not necessary. Coursework or experience nonprofit management preferred.

Length of internship:
• Flexible depending on intern’s availability
Commitment:
• At least 15 hours per week

How to Apply:
Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected], with the subject “Internship-Development Team”
China Institute in America is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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Social Media & Marketing Internship

The Social Media Marketing Intern will assist our marketing team with planning and execution of the social media and marketing campaigns that create brand awareness, increase social media traffic, school enrollment, museum and event attendance, build loyalty and interest in China Institute. We are looking for a creative mind with strong writing, editing, proofreading, and analytical skills, who is willing to learn and takes initiatives.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Coordinating social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, WeChat, etc.) to ensure content is timely, relevant, interesting, and engaging
• Managing day-to-day activities related to social media such as: monitoring, tagging and analysis of social media conversations and reputation management
• Preparing weekly updates and reports to track growth and success rates of campaigns
• Identifying and engaging bloggers, other influencers and China Institute advocates to build loyalty and affinity to further enhance brand communication
• Proactively listening and engaging with social media fans/follower communities to optimize content and identify any opportunities
• Coordinating Press events, updating press lists/media contacts, collect and arrange media clips in record
• Attending China Institute’s events, record, photograph, and videotape these events and create social media content for posting
• Researching on ways to maximize social media traffic and gain followers
• Conducting research and data entry to build our outreach programs
• Assisting with some administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, faxing
• Other tasks assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communications or other related field
• Experience in Microsoft suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premier or other adobe creative suite products
• Experience using various social media sites
• Knowledge of branding fundamentals and general design concepts with ability to make evaluative judgments about creative content
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with background in content marketing fundamentals
• Strong general analytical skills
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• Be curious, self-motivated, and result-driven
• Interested in Chinese art, culture, language, and willing to learn
• Mandarin Chinese is a plus
Commitment: Contribute at least 15 hours per week. Occasionally available to help with evening events 1-3 times a month which normally run from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

How to Apply:
Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected], with the subject “Social Media Marketing Internship”.
China Institute in America is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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Web Design Internship

The Company is seeking an experienced Graphic and Video Design Intern who will be working on a wide variety of graphic and video editing projects from social media graphics, promotional materials, advertisements, posters, social media videos and other digital elements.
Key responsibilities include creating videos and images; developing professional, compelling designs for printed media, including direct mail, brochures, flyers; understanding, translating and creating design documents, style guides and specifications; producing mockups and comps, and bringing the designs to life on the social media, in print, etc..
This is a marketing position that collaborates with CI marketing and social media team to provide engaging print and social media-based marketing and promotional assets.
This position reports to the Chief Marketing Officer.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Only applicants with sample portfolios will be considered.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Film, Visual Communications, Marketing or other similar degree highly desired;
• Prior experience working within gallery, museum, education industries preferred but not necessary.
• Experience or better using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) preferred;
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
• Attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Adobe CS Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, Illustrator required.

KEY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned):
Graphic Design & Video Production:
• Create and produce effective and engaging marketing collateral, direct mail, promotion videos, event recap videos and other marketing materials
• Ensure continuity, look-and-feel and adherence to branding standards in company’s visual communications;
• Create compelling design concepts, artwork and layout for multiple social media channel and integrated marketing efforts.
Teamwork & Collaboration:
• Collaborate with marketing team to develop compelling and highly-targeted marketing campaigns;
• Continually seek additional opportunities for professional development to stay on top of advancements in visual design and development in a marketing capacity.

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Internship, Business Programs

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Intern, Educational Technology Support, Adult Language Program

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