The Aspen Institute
The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
To achieve our mission of a more free, just, and equitable society, we commit to working proactively to advance the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion across our myriad endeavors such as the recruitment, compensation, training, and advancement of staff. The best people-serving institutions make this commitment, and we seek to be a leader in the ways that we do so and learn from others. Visit our website to learn more about our commitment and recent actions taken toward building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment.
The Aspen Institute Summer Internship Program employs rising college seniors or recent college graduates during the summer months in Aspen, Colorado. All internships are paid positions.
Timeline for internship program:

• Begin accepting applications: January 3, 2022
• Application Deadline: February 11
• Interview dates: February 14 – 28
• Employment notification: March 16
• Position Start Date: May 31 in person, with potential to start remote work mid-May
• Position End Date: Early August
• Hours per Week: 40+ (overtime will be paid as applicable)

Compensation

• $17 per hour plus 1.5 pay for overtime hours

Basic Function:
The Aspen Ideas Festival is the nation's premier, public gathering place for leaders from around the globe and across many disciplines to engage in deep and inquisitive discussion of the ideas and issues that both shape our lives and challenge our times. Some 450 presenters, 400 sessions, and 3,000 attendees comprise the annual Festival, launched in 2005, on the Aspen Institute's campus in Aspen, Colorado.
The Aspen Ideas Festival Fellows Programs provides the opportunity for a diverse group of more than 300 leaders from all over the United States and 30 different countries selected for their work, accomplishments, and ability to transform ideas into action to join us at the annual Festival. The Fellows Intern will provide administrative support and general assistance for the Public Programs department, specifically to the Aspen Ideas Festival Fellows program.
Primary Mission Accountabilities:
All Aspen Institute employees are expected to embody the Institute’s core mission, stated above. The primary aspects of the mission for which this position is held accountable are:

• Foster a culture of excellence in all aspects of their work
• Represent the Aspen Institute ideal of respect for the dignity and value of others
• Promote a teamwork environment
• Adhere to professional dress code

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Fellows Manager in communicating with all Fellows, answering questions, and coordinating all logistics.
• Input all travel information, coordinate arrival/departure of, and serve as a point of contact for roughly 300 Fellows during Aspen Ideas Health and the main Aspen Ideas Festival
• Collect and compile Fellows information for web and printed materials
• Send out emails to Fellows regarding event information
• Coordinate private Fellows events
• Prepare welcome packet materials for Fellows
• Staff the registration desk for Fellows arrivals
• Troubleshoot issues during the Festival for Fellows participation and logistics
• Support follow-up efforts of the Public Programs team will all Fellows
• Assist with other Public Programs that take place throughout the rest of the summer as needed

Core Values:

• Professionalism
• Respect and value diversity
• Initiative and responsiveness
• Team player with ability to work independently

Other requirements:

• Valid driver's license
• We secure affordable housing for interns, but interns are responsible for covering the cost.
• Authorized to work in the US

Knowledge, Skills, Education and Experience:

• High attention to detail (proofreading, identifying key information)
• Strong research skills (articles and facts/stats)
• Outstanding communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality with sensitive information
• Event production/execution experience preferred
• Strong technology literacy and proficiency with the Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Understanding of diversity and inclusion
• Must be enrolled in or recent graduate of an accredited college

The Institute has implemented a mandatory COVID vaccination policy for all employees who will work at one of our physical locations, attend any of our in-person events or travel on behalf of the Institute. Staff unable to be vaccinated may request an exemption under certain circumstances.
The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all District and federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against.

Job Types: Full-time, Internship