Internships
Alsaid Foundation offers work experience opportunities for university affiliated students.
The Internship Program plays an integral role in the success of the Alsaid Foundation. Our interns work in all departments: Partnerships, Communications, Program and Executive Office. Want to learn more? Past intern testimonies and an application form can be found below.
PAST INTERN TESTIMONIES
Isabelle Twombly
Research Assistant Team Lead Intern
Junior at Seton Hall University majoring in Diplomacy and Law, minoring in French
“My experience at the Al Said Foundation has been impactful. I have learned how to write notes more effectively and efficiently, learned to manage a team, and had the opportunity to explore my passion for working in a nonprofit organization. Having the ability to work closely with the founder himself is an incredible experience.”
LaToya Britton
Executive Master of Science (M.S.) Specialization in Global Health and Human Security
The internship with the Alsaid Foundation is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. As a member of the research team, I get practical experience in research, education, and advocacy. It challenges my thinking in ways that I will remember for the rest of my life, and I am more certain of my proficiency in international relations. The foundation has also exposed me to new and valuable interests and connections. I am grateful to have the chance to work with a kind team and to learn alongside leaders and interns that have similar passions.
Smit Joshi
Web Developer Intern
Senior at Penn State University majoring in Cybersecurity.
“Over the course of this internship, I developed a greater comprehension of the functionalities and integration of Microsoft 365 applications. I gained experience working well with others, debugging difficult problems, and contributing to ongoing research initiatives. My understanding of cloud-based productivity tools has grown, and my analytical abilities have been greatly reinforced by this hands-on experience.”
Tatiana Galichansky
Administrative Assistant at ASF
Senior at Seton Hall University majoring in Diplomacy and International Relations
“My internship at the Alsaid Foundation has allowed me to exponentially grow my administrative and networking skills. Additionally, it has been a pleasure working with such a driven, dedicated, and kind team as we pursue ASF’s mission.”
Zain Choudhary
Administrative Assistant Intern
First year master’s students at Seton Hall University in Diplomacy and International Relations
“My experience at the Alsaid Foundation has been incredible and deeply enriching. This role has allowed me to witness firsthand the intricate functions and dynamics of the international system and its impact on global affairs. Through my work, I have compiled comprehensive research briefs on critical foreign affairs topics, influential foreign leaders, and international law issues, , all aimed at supporting ongoing foundation initiatives. I have also had the opportunity to attend virtual symposiums, high-level summits, and expert panel discussions on pressing global challenges. These experiences have enhanced my understanding of international relations and the interconnected nature of policy-making, advocacy, and humanitarian action on a global scale.”
Christian E Germes
Administrative Assistant Intern
Graduate student at Seton Hall University majoring in Diplomacy and international relations
Working at the Alsaid Foundation has been inspiring; it has helped me understand complex issues and explain them to help others around me understand why it is essential to be informed on world affairs. One of my dreams is to open my foundation, so learning the inner workings of the Alsaid Foundation has helped me further my dream. This experience has forever changed my life in an impactful way.
For further information concerning university affiliated work experience at ASF and college credits, please email your CV to: [email protected]
