INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT THE KENYON INSTITUTE
(COUNCIL FOR BRITISH RESEARCH IN THE LEVANT)
BASED IN SHEIKH JARRAH, EAST JERUSALEM About the Kenyon Institute
The Kenyon Institute (KI) is the Council for British Research in the Levant’s research centre in Jerusalem with its origins dating back to 1919. The KI is a hub for local and international researchers from across the arts, humanities and social sciences. It regularly hosts lectures seminars and conferences and enjoys the affiliation of a number of large-scale research projects. It facilities include a library, guest rooms for visitors, research space and archaeological equipment for hire. Qualifications:
Candidates should hold a postgraduate qualification (e.g. an MA, MSc, MPhil) in a humanities or social science field, or have experience and interest in working on and in Israel/Palestine. Strong writing, research, editing and computer skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills who is well organised, attentive to detail, and willing to participate in a variety of tasks as needed. A keen interest in the KI’s mission and an awareness of current events in Israel/Palestine are essential. The language used in the KI is English, but research experience or familiarity with Arabic and/or Hebrew would be helpful.
Responsibilities
Internship duties vary but may include the following: - Assist resident researchers, the Director and the Research Scholar, with research activities. Each intern will be given a main task to undertake as a project during their internship
- Assist in the organisation and coordination of academic lectures and workshops.
- Support media outreach and publicity for KI activities, including updating the website.
- Liaise with partner institutions.
- Assist with general office tasks, including managing contacts and mailing lists and supporting the librarian.
Benefits
Internships are unpaid, however you are provided with bed and breakfast within the KI hostel, a late Ottoman villa in East Jerusalem (a few doors from the British Consulate General).
Period of internship
Three months, although the first one (Spring) is offered on a two-month basis only.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications for particular terms are on the following schedule: - Spring 2012 internships (April, May): applications are accepted until 4 March 2012.
- Summer 2012 internships (June, July, August): applications are accepted from March 3 until April 2.
- Autumn internships (September, October, November): applications are accepted from April 3 until June 2.
- Winter internships (December, January, February): applications are accepted June 3 until August 2.
How to apply
Applicants should email the following information: - A curriculum vitae.
- Cover letter outlining areas of interest and how those interests correlate to the KI’s activities and priorities.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Writing sample.
Please send all application materials to:
Director
Kenyon Institute (Council for British Research in the Levant)
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