Associates Program

Are you tired of saying "I can't get a job because everyone wants me to have work experience, but how am I supposed to get work experience if no one will give me a job!" ATHGO's Associates Program provides dynamic opportunities for students and young professionals who are looking to gain some practical work experience while working for an international organization. Our Associates will manage large scale projects, develop real business plans that will contribute to our expansion and growth, and interact with experts who fall within their area of study and/or region of expertise.

Ideal candidates will not be intimidated by the prospect of working with senior executives in the private sector, world renowned scientists and experts, and representatives from international institutions. Associates should expect to devote 10-15 hours per week to their project, with the likelihood that the commitment will increase around deadlines. Associates will be working closely with ATHGO's executive team and members of our various boards and councils, depending upon the assignment. They will also be expected to plan their time wisely and delegate tasks to their assigned interns.

While there are no employment guarantees with the organization and these are unpaid positions, ATHGO strives to hire from within due to the organization’s objective of employing scholars and entrepreneurs who have demonstrated strong interest in global affairs and commitment to the mission of ATHGO. Therefore, this is a great way to get your proverbial foot in the door at ATHGO.

Responsibilities and Open Positions

Program Associates: Work closely with an ATHGO Program Director to develop topics and themes for ATHGO's conference series. The Associates will be tasked with creating strategy for target speakers and will direct ATHGO staff on all aspects of invitations and follow ups. They will be responsible for recruiting strategy and implementation as well as with some of the aspects of participant selection. Ideal candidates will be located in the city where the respective ATHGO forum will take place to allow for greater participation and ability to meet with potential speakers and the management of the event venues. The Associates should expect to work on this project for 4-6 months before the event date and 2-3 weeks post event for closure and wrap-up. Ability to attend all days of the event strongly desired.

Development Associates: Work closely with ATHGO’s Innovation and Capacity Building Centers (ICBCs) leadership team and/or Executive Director (if applicable). Depending upon the phase of the ICBCs development, the Associate could be tasked to develop topics for study, create business and financial plans, determine potential partners and establish relationships with key stakeholders. The Associate should have some expertise, background and/or experience in the particular topic area and should plan to work on this project for a minimum of 4-6 months.

Regional Associates: Work closely with ATHGO executive team and provide input on ATHGO’s conference series, expansion plans and Innovation and Capacity Building Center (ICBC) development. Associate will be expected to become an expert on all the key issues of the region and develop action plans based upon their knowledge of the region. In areas where ATHGO does not have a strong presence, the Associate will be tasked with building relationships with relevant international organizations, academic institutions and corporate and government entities. Associate should expect to work on this project for 4-6 months.

Marketing Associate: Work closely with ATHGO executive team and outside consultants to develop consistent marketing and branding strategy for ATHGO’s overall corporate identity. Associate will also work with ATHGO’s Innovation and Capacity Building Centers (ICBCs) to develop unique marketing strategies. Associate should expect to work on this project for 4-6 months.

Public Relations Associate: Work closely with ATHGO executive team and outside consultants to develop PR strategy for all of ATHGO’s programs, including drafting press releases and handling media requests. Associate should expect to work on this project for 4-6 months.

Current open positions:

• Program Associate (DC - 3rd Annual Global Forum @ World Bank: 7/9-11, 2008)
• Development Associate (ICTs and High Tech)
• Development Associate (Environment and Energy)
• Development Associate (Global Governance)
• Outreach Associate (Academic)
• Regional Associate
• Marketing Associate (overall ATHGO strategy)
• Public Relations Associate (overall ATHGO strategy)
• Fundraising Associate (overall ATHGO strategy)

Please visit our Application page to apply. When applying, please specify the position(s) you are applying for. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Associates@athgo.org.