TEDx Licensing Intern

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

TEDx is a platform that empowers local organizers to share incredible ideas from their community. The TEDx Licensing team reviews proposals from amazing individuals who want to organize a TEDx event. We are looking for someone to help process these proposals, to distribute the resources organizers need, and to address questions or concerns these volunteer teams may have.

Your primary responsibility will be to help our team process applications, feedback, and incoming queries. This involves a great deal of web research and the ability to express a succinct opinion that informs decisions. You will help our team reach out to interested applicants, learn about their communities, and field questions about the program so that our team can make the most informed decision when licensing these events. You will also assist the TEDx Licensing team on other projects when necessary.

You will need zealous attention to detail and a defiant attitude towards repetition. This work requires a methodical and highly organized approach.

A few skills you can expect to practice or learn: web research, fact-checking, systems management, and clear communication with internal and external parties

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help manage and track data for the TEDx Attendee Feedback Survey
• Troubleshoot and respond to queries from prospective and existing organizers
• Process incoming applications for TEDx events
• Liaise with applicants to learn more about their proposals or clarify aspects of the TEDx platform
• Assist with other project-based work as needed

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• You must have excellent writing, communication, and note-taking skills
• You must be detail-oriented and perceptive when completing tasks
• You must be able to work independently and efficiently
• You must be able to quickly learn new processes, database tools, and how to use new Mac software
• You must have a global mindset/perspective
• Multi-lingual preferred but not required
• This is a 6-month paid internship, you must be able to work 10 am-6 pm ET, five full days each week

WORKPLACE CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND VISUAL DEMANDS

• General: Office environment
• Physical: Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Mental/Visual: Concentrated mental and/or visual attention; work involves performing tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications
• Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices, Computer Software: Ability to use common office equipment such as telephone, computer, and copier
• Computer programs to include MS Office, Mac programs, Google Docs, functionally related databases
• Travel: Upon request