Action Against Hunger

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION Web Intern Action Against Hunger seeks a web intern or volunteer for its New York Office to assist with the maintenance and development of its website. Description: Action Against Hunger seeks a Web Intern to assist the Website Manager in the New York Office with basic management and strategic planning for Action Against Hunger's website. The intern should have experience and interest in website management and information technology, and be willing to work with, learn, and grow with Action Against Hunger's ever-changing technology strategy. Specific Duties: - Basic day-to-day maintenance of the website - Assisting in editing and posting content on the website - Assisting with application upgrades for the website - Researching new technology, vendors, and services pertinent to the website - Editing content on website, assist with formatting of web pages - Help with strategic planning and follow-through for website Skills: - Fluent English: reading and writing - Strong interest in internet and information technology - Solid knowledge of HTML and web design - Experience working on and creating websites - Familiar with current trends in web management - Some experience with graphic design preferred - Some familiarity with Constituent Relationship Management concepts preferred - Willingness to learn and think creatively in regards to design and strategy Time: - Deadline to apply is September 1, 2005 - Able to make a commitment of at least 20 hours a week, scheduling is negotiable - Ideally able to start in mid-September and commit for at least 4 months Location: Action Against Hunger is located at 247 West 37th street, Suite 1201, New York, NY 10018 Requirements: All applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Details: This position is either available as a volunteer position, an internship for school credit, or as a part of a federal work-study program. Depending on schedule, some volunteers or interns may be eligible for Action Against Hunger to cover transportation to and from the office and lunch. To Apply: Please email a resume and cover letter to job@aah-usa.org with "Attn: Web Intern" in the subject line Organization Description: Action Against Hunger – USA is an international, non-governmental, non-religious organization. Together with four other Action Against Hunger headquarters in London, Paris, Madrid, and Montreal, we work in more than 40 countries worldwide, saving more than five million lives every year. Recognized worldwide as a leader in the fight against hunger, Action Against Hunger directly delivers emergency aid and longer-term assistance to people suffering from the dire consequences of natural disaster or man-made crisis. Our mission is to save lives by combating hunger, disease, and the crises threatening the lives of helpless men, women, and children. Our five-pronged approach integrates nutrition, water and sanitation, food security, health, and advocacy programs.