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AC/UNU work includes reading UNU research and suggesting where in the US this research would be useful, representing the Executive Director at meetings, and general office support. The Millennium Project work includes updating and improving 15 Global Challenges for the annual "State of the Future" report, improving the web sites, searching Internet to contribute to research on the future of environmental security, science & technology, global scenarios, and to identify leading minds in various fields. Those more interested in methodology can help update “Futures Research Methodology.” And there is general support work like monitoring project listservs, data entry, check draft texts for errors, translation of mail, and reviewing new software for project applications. The requirements change from month to month.

UNU is a decentralized research system headquartered in Tokyo with many scholars working out of their office or homes around the world. The AC/UNU and the Millennium Project has six work stations in my home. Tele-internships are also possible: interns work on their computers and tele-commute to AC/UNU.  Interns can also work at the Project's Nodes, overseas; however, they have to be fluent in the relevant languages.

The internship program recognizes that each intern brings unique skills and insights. It is structured for both the interests of the intern and the needs of the organization. Interns that identify new possibilities are encouraged to develop them - within reason. This is not a paid internship. Most interns receive credit from their universities, or use the experience to get a job, or improve their chances of getting into more advanced graduate programs. Preference is given to graduate students and people wanting to make a mid-career change.

Before applying, review the rest of this web site and then send of your resume, a letter explaining what you would like to do, your preferred beginning and ending dates, and whether your are interested in a full or part time internship. Naturally, preference is given to full-time applicants, but part-time (a minimum of 20 hours per week) is also possible. If you do not get a response within two weeks of your submission of this information, please contact jglenn@igc.org.

All the best,

Jerome C. Glenn
Executive Director, AC/UNU

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