Global Leaders in Invention for Social Change Convene
Apply for an Internship
To apply for an internship in Ashoka's global office in Arlington, Virginia please include the following information with your application:
- A resume
- A letter telling us who you are and why you are interested in joining Ashoka and the internship you have identified, touching on your:
- Intrapreneurship/Entrepreneurship—creative problem-solving and initiative;
- Collegiality—teamwork and positive attitude;
- Ethical Fiber—conscious dedication to ethical behavior and empathy for others; and
- Innovation for the Public—social innovation as a deep personal interest and commitment.
Finally, please include a paragraph each on the following questions:
- Have you launched and sustained innovative ideas for social change?
- What is your vision for change in your field of interest?”
To apply, fill out the form here. Be sure to indicate that you are interested in internship opportunities, and to reference any specific opportunities of interest in your cover letter.
We recommend checking out these materials:
- About Ashoka
- Ashoka Recruiting Brochure
- Ashoka's Theory of Change
- Everyone A Changemaker
- Selecting Leading Social Entrepreneurs
- Partnerships in Collaborative Entrepreneurship
- Youth Venture: US Venturers
- Youth Venture: Global Profiles
And reading these articles:
- Fast Company: A Lever Long Enough to Move the World
- US News: Entrepreneur for Social Change
- The New York Times, Nick Kristof Editorial: Talia for President
- Financial Times: The Steady Rise of the Citizen Sector
- Die Zeit: The Supreme Changemaker
- US News: Q & A with Bill Drayton
We look forward to hearing from you!











