Summer 2017 Graphic Design Internship

The Organization

The Zambakari Advisory, L.L.C. is a newly incorporated firm which leverages experts worldwide to provide consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Africa and in the Middle East. Together we provide strategic analysis and intelligence, technical capacity support with transitional processes, forecasting, and political and economic analysis that minimizes exposure to volatile events. We deliver customized services and creative approaches to successfully conducting business, and supporting state/nation-building processes in Africa and in the Middle East.

Our Service: 

• Socio-Political Analysis & Strategic Intelligence
• Political Transitions Advisory Services
• Risk Assessment and Program Evaluation
• Business Development, Economic & Financial Analysis
• Auditing Services & Forecasting Analysis

The Internship Program:
The Zambakari Advisory internship program gives individuals an opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the fields of international affairs, security, and development with a focus on Africa and the Middle East. This is a unique opportunity to get practical experience working with a young and dynamic consulting firm. Course credit can be arranged if acceptable to your academic institution. One Summer 2017 internship is available for a qualified candidate.

Intern Responsibilities: 
We are looking for candidates that can assist with graphic design, web development, blog, images for print and digital mediums including: web, social media, email, brochures. The intern will work with the CEO to support marketing campaigns with design solutions and creative products.  In addition to assisting with various design projects, the intern will work on web design and layouts. Candidate must be highly motivated and work independently, possess excellent communication and copy-editing skills, and excellent knowledge of graphic design. Experience in Adobe Creative Suite including: Photoshop, web design, desktop publishing, photo editing, InDesign, and Illustrator, and Weebly and Mailchimp preferred. Duties for the Graphic Design Intern include (but are not limited to):

• Maintain and update website and social media outlets as requested
• Produce mockups and comps to bring communications and designs to life with HTML and CSS across a spectrum of platforms
• Prepare digital resources for marketing campaigns, such as (but not limited to): email, content launches, product launches, electronic newsletters, and social media platforms
• Work collaboratively with the marketing and business team to support all other general marketing projects

To apply, send your cover letter, resume, writing samples (500-1000 words) to Dr. Christopher Zambakari at: c.zambakari@zambakari.org. This internship is unpaid, but school credit is available. We offer great mentoring, flexible working schedules, and ask for a minimum of 15-20 hours a week. For more information, please visit our page at http://www.zambakari.org/.