British Consulate-General internship in Chicago

About the internship

The British Consulate-General Chicago is offering a 4-6 week internship for the summer of 2013 that will provide an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment at the centre of the UK’s relationship with the 13 States of the US Midwest. The successful applicant will work directly to the Deputy Consul General, and form part of the Policy and Communications team which is responsible for: 

  • enhancing the UK’s reputation across all 13 States; 
  • producing high-quality reporting on political and economic developments; 
  • advancing the relationship between Midwestern academic institutions and their British counterparts; 
  • managing the Consulate-General’s digital communications platforms; 
  • coordinating visits to the Midwestern US by senior members of the UK Government

Students studying public diplomacy, economics, media relations or PR, journalism, or international affairs can gain valuable real-world experience in their fields through an internship with the Consulate-General. Ideal candidates should:

  • possess a strong working knowledge of – and interest in – the political landscape and leadership of the United States; 
  • be proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word and Excel;
  • have strong writing and research skills; 
  • be literate in the use of digital engagement tools in a professional environment, including Twitter, Flickr and YouTube; 
  • be a resourceful asset in a professional office environment; 
  • be able to represent the UK effectively in an international environment 
  • Be a UK Citizen

Further details about the British Consulate-General can be found on their website.

This internship is only available to UK nationals for security reasons.

Application instructions

Applications for this opportunity have now closed.