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Security Intern American Red Cross

The American Red Cross seeks a part-time intern (40 hours per week in summer and 20 in fall/spring) to support our International Services’ Security Unit. The International Security Advisor’s Office supports the American Red Cross’ work in more than 25 countries, helping to mitigate risks encountered by staff when posted and traveling internationally.

Responsibilities: A security intern is needed to aid in the effort to implement and maintain security mechanisms for American Red Cross’ International Services Department operations. The proposed intern will assist in the following activities: •Monitor security events and the international movements of staff, •Monitor global security incidents and trends through open source internet sites, •Conduct verbal security briefings and prepare written security memorandums for American Red Cross delegates deploying or traveling abroad, •Receive emergency contact forms from international delegates and NHQ staff and maintain the Emergency Contact Database, •Collect incident reports and update Security Incident Databases, •Create maps of locations of programs, offices/residences and security incidents, •Provide support to the Senior Security Advisor (SSA).

Qualifications: This is a substantive internship with responsibilities. Correspondingly, it calls for a mature graduate student with some professional experience. Candidates must be motivated, detail-oriented and have strong quantitative, analysis, and writing skills. A background in international security and geopolitics is desired. A strong interest in international security issues required.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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