About the role#
The FamilySearch East Asia Projects Intern supports initiatives including the Hmong Diaspora and Vietnamese Diaspora projects. You will help individuals and families discover, preserve, and share their heritage by assisting with research, project coordination, and content development. This is a 12-month internship position.
What you'll do#
- Support project activities for the Hmong and Vietnamese Diaspora initiatives.
- Conduct research on historical records, cultural resources, and community organizations.
- Organize project materials, documentation, and track progress.
- Develop communications, presentations, reports, and other project content.
- Coordinate with internal team members and external community partners.
- Assist in planning meetings, events, and outreach efforts.
- Gather and analyze information to support project goals.
- Contribute ideas to improve project effectiveness and community engagement.
- Complete additional assignments as requested.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from an accredited college or university in History, Anthropology, Communications, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas.
- Capacity to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivation and the ability to work independently or within a team.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools.
- Knowledge of East Asian cultures, history, or communities.
- Familiarity with Hmong, Vietnamese, or other East Asian languages.
- Interest in family history, genealogy, cultural preservation, or community engagement.
- Experience with research, project coordination, or communications work.
- Ability to build relationships with diverse individuals and community groups.
- Must be a member of the Church and worthy of a temple recommend.
Location & details#
- Location: Lehi, Utah, or remote within the United States.
- Modality: Remote or hybrid, based on business needs.
- Status: Paid, full-time or part-time depending on availability.
- Term: 12-month duration with a rolling start date.
About The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a nonprofit organization based in Salt Lake City, Utah. It employs over 33,000 people to support its global operations in religion, humanitarian aid, and social services. The organization maintains facilities and develops technology to share its message and support church members. Employees work in various fields including finance, accounting, skilled trades, and licensed counseling.
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