About the role#
The Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream is hiring a paid intern to join our team in Washington, DC. You will report to the President and work across the department to support our staff and leadership. This position offers a view into our research, events, and programmatic initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research and provide general operational support.
- Update information in databases and contact lists.
- Assist team members with meeting preparation and follow up tasks.
- Manage administrative duties including filing, scanning, and organizing records.
- Help with event logistics, registration, materials, and guest check-in.
- Support our ongoing development, marketing, and educational efforts.
What you'll need#
- You are currently working toward a bachelor's degree.
- Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Experience with Salesforce is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects at once.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- A team-oriented mindset with an attitude that no job is too small.
- Strong intellectual curiosity and attention to detail.
- You must be authorized to work in the United States, as we do not provide visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- The role is based in Washington, DC.
- We operate on a hybrid schedule, with in-person attendance required Tuesday through Thursday.
- You may occasionally travel to other venues or offices to assist with events, which may require working outside of standard business hours.
About Milken Institute
The Milken Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank established in 1991. Based in Santa Monica, California, the organization maintains a staff of 201 to 500 employees. It focuses on research and policy across areas such as finance, health, public policy, and economics. The institute hosts events and conferences while providing resources for professional development.
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