ABPA Institute

Blossom Hill is a 501(c)3 based in New Canaan, CT. It was founded ten years ago with a mission to fund innovative ideas to help children affected by war and conflict in the Middle East. To date, Blossom Hill has reached over 80,000 children in 23 countries with breakthrough programs for refugee children through its Fellowship Program for Social Entrepreneurs. By investing in the future of these children, this model provides a multi-layered impact on both their human growth and development as well as that of their communities. Their programs are sustainable and replicable, and they are committed to scaling up their impact to reach more displaced children.

Read the full description for their fall internship opportunity on our job board: www.abpadc.org/internship-job-board

Learn more about their impactful mission: https://blossomhill-foundation.org/

The Philemon Project’s GROW Early Childhood Development and Adult Mentoring Program in Beirut, Lebanon provides underserved Lebanese, migrant, and refugee children with the best possible early childhood education and improves family cohesion through their adult mentoring program. They are a faith-based organization with a transformative impact on the community through their programs.

Read the full description for this opportunity on our job board: www.abpadc.org/internship-job-board

Learn More: www.thephilemonproject.org

Apply today to this internship opportunity with Professor Edmund Ghareeb to gain valuable research experience focused on Middle East history and politics, U.S. foreign policy and media coverage.

Dr. Ghareeb is a Lebanese-American scholar at the American University in Washington and a professor at George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs. He earned a BA from the American International College and an MA and a PhD from Georgetown University.

The internship will provide a great opportunity to advance research skills by providing assistance and support for a leader in the field. This internship is unpaid, 15-20 hours a week, and open to both graduate and undergraduate students.

Desired Skills:
- Background and interests in Middle East history and politics, US foreign policy towards the region and in media coverage.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Ability to proactively multitask and prioritize.
- Fluent in Arabic

To apply: email your resume to
[email protected]

Deadline to Apply: August 9th

Apply today to these fall internship opportunities with our partners at The Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy!

About TIMEP: The Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy (TIMEP) is a non-profit (501(c)(3)) that works to center advocates and experts from and in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region in the policy discourse to foster transparent, accountable, and just societies.

Learn More & Apply Here: https://timep.org/internships/

For more information, email our team at [email protected]

Deadline to apply: July 22nd

Interested in an internship in Public Policy? The Cato Institute is one of the world’s leading libertarian think tanks and one of the most prominent public policy research organizations in the country. Cato’s prestigious internship program offers interns the opportunity to develop hands‐​on research experience while learning professional skills and building their professional network.

Learn More: https://www.cato.org/internships/home

Tune in to their Live Online Student Forum on July 2nd from 4-5 PM EDT:

Internship Insights: Matching Experience with Opportunities: https://www.cato.org/events/internship-insights-matching-experience-opportunities

To Apply: Complete the application on their website, and email your resume to: [email protected]

Application Deadline: Sunday, July 7th

Join Our Team as a Program Assistant Intern!

We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Program Assistant Intern to join our dynamic team. Read the full description on our job board: www.abpadc.org/internship-job-board

To Apply: email your resume to us at [email protected]

Still seeking an internship for the summer term? Check out the summer internship opportunities with our partners at The US-Qatar Business Council on our website: www.abpadc.org/internship-job-board

Deadline to Apply: June 20th

To Apply: email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Check out this fall internship opportunity with Senator Mark Warner’s office in Washington, DC. Learn more about this highlighted internship opportunity on our website job board and submit your application by July 18th: www.abpadc.org/internship-job-board

Save the date to apply for this upcoming fall internship opportunity with The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)!

Eligibility Requirements:
Program participants must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years or older before the first day of the program, and meet at least one of the three following criteria:

- Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two- to four-year institution).

- Graduated from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university (two- to four-year institution) no more than two years prior to the first day of the EOP Internship Program.

- A veteran of the United States Armed Forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty, for any length of time, no more than two years prior to the first day of the EOP Internship Program.

FALL 2024 Recruitment:

- Program Start Date: September 16, 2024

- Program End Date: December 20, 2024

- Application Open Date: May 13, 2024

- Application Close Date: May 24, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET

How To Apply:

If you are interested in applying, please email PDFs of your resume, a transcript, and a cover letter during the timeframe of May 13th-May 24th to:

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative
Email: [email protected]

After submitting your application to the email above, email us at [email protected] to inform our team of your interest.

Learn More: https://www.whitehouse.gov/get-involved/internships/ustr-internships/

In recognition of the remarkable legacy and unwavering dedication of our founder, Fuad M. Sahouri, we are proud to announce the establishment of the Fuad M. Sahouri Memorial Scholarship. This prestigious scholarship serves as a lasting tribute, enduring his legacy and profound commitment to advancing understanding and engagement in global affairs.

This Scholarship aims to support and empower promising students who share Mr. Sahouri’s passion for foreign policy, international relations and business. ABPA Institute seeks to honor his visionary leadership and advocacy by providing financial assistance to deserving individuals who demonstrate exceptional promise and dedication to the field.

Application Requirements:

- Completed Application Form
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Resume
- A Personal Statement reflecting on career goals in their respective field, and how the scholarship will impact their academic journey (minimum 500 words)
- One Letter of Recommendation written by a faculty member or a professional (from the student’s field of study)

Submit your application today: www.abpadc.org/the-fuad-m-sahouri-scholarship

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Happy Arab-American Heritage Month! From art to literature, cuisine to music, Arab-Americans have made indelible marks on our cultural landscape. This month we celebrate the rich culture, traditions, and contributions of Arab-Americans to our society.