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Civic Exchange: Luce Program – Hong Kong December 5, 2007

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Civic Exchange
Luce Program – Hong Kong

Civic Exchange is an independent, not-for-profit, public policy think-tank in Hong Kong established with the mission to: promote civic education, public awareness, and participation in governance by strengthening civic participation in public life; undertake research and development in economics, social and political policies and practices to help shape the breadth and depth of public policy debate; and integrating skills and experience across various disciplines, including academia, business, politics, finance, technology, and the not-for-profit sector.

Current projects include:
political reform studies covering Hong Kong, China and Asia
environmental and sustainable development research
energy, climate and corporate social responsibility

Internship Description:

The intern will undertake summer-long research project in an area of importance to the organization. She will be expected to write and present a research paper, with potential for publication. The intern will also have the opportunity to join conferences and participate in seminars.

Ideal Internship Qualification:

Logistical:
Chinese language skills not required
Strong literacy/writing skills in English
All majors
Personality:
Intellectually mature
Work independently
Takes initiative