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Legacy’s Commitment to Creating Resilient, Safe Programs
Legacy International has a 40+ year track record providing safe, enriching programs. Our Health & Safety Team continuously monitors the global and local health advisories. The safety of our staff, participants, program partners and their families is our priority. All staff benefit from a training and testing as we enjoy rewarding cultural immersions once again!
Employment Opportunities
Positions Open (as of January 17th, 2025):
Full-time positions open:
- Finance and Contracting Director
- Program Coordinator Professional Fellows Program (No longer accepting applications)
Finance and Contracting Director
Legacy International is hiring a Finance & Contracting Director to manage critical financial and contracting operations. In this role, the Finance and Contracting Director will work closely with the CFO to oversee budgeting, contracting, compliance, and internal controls. This is a leadership role that includes supervising day-to-day operations and ensuring adherence to federal regulations and GAAP standards.
This position offers flexibility for remote or hybrid work and provides opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates have a strong background in non-profit accounting, federal awards, and team management, with a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and collaboration.
Please review the job description below with information on how to apply. We review applicants on a rolling basis.
Program Coordinator, Professional Fellows Program
We are no longer accepting applications for this position at this time.
Legacy International seeks a professional who values international exchanges and community development. Join our team as Program Coordinator for the Professional Fellows Program (PFP). PFP empowers young professionals from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to pursue their visions as entrepreneurs and as community leaders. We are looking for a person with strong networking and organizational skills.
Please review the job description and click on the apply now links. We review applicants on a rolling basis and hope to fill position in late January/early February 2025.
Internship Openings
TechGirls connects and supports the next generation of women leaders (ages 15-17) from 38 countries/territories in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in a dynamic summer exchange program. For young professionals interested in international exchanges, Legacy can offer a way to meaningfully contribute via an internship. See how impactful, transformative international exchanges are developed. Two internships are offered this Spring (early-March to late May): Track A - International Exchange intern focuses on program development, monitoring and evaluation; Track B - Communications Intern focuses on social media, marketing and storytelling. These are fully remote, part time opportunities open to those based in U.S. A modest stipend is offered. Please review the full job description then submit an application via WilloTalent. This is an initiative of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, administered by Legacy International.
International Program Development & Communications Internship with Professional Fellows Program:
We are no longer accepting applications for this position at this time.
Are you passionate about international relations, cross-cultural exchange, and public diplomacy? Legacy International invites driven young professionals in the Washington, DC metro area to join our Professional Fellows Program team for a Spring 2025 internship. This internship offers hands-on experience in implementing U.S. Department of State exchange programs. As a PFP Intern, you’ll help coordinate a transformative 5.5-week program for international professionals. Responsibilities include event planning, social media content creation, program evaluation, and providing authentic hospitality to international participants. This role is a springboard for careers in global leadership, offering a modest stipend, flexible hours, and networking opportunities. Please review the full job description then submit an application via WilloTalent. This is an initiative of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, administered by Legacy International.
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Legacy International relies on a wide array of dedicated staff, interns, and volunteers to provide a variety of programs and services that promote international understanding through our training programs, international exchanges, Global Youth Village camp, and volunteer homestay opportunities. Our staff team is Legacy’s most valued asset. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work place, which is at the core of our mission and values. We provide a stimulating work environment and opportunities to design and participate in a wide range of programs with local, regional and global impact.
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Legacy’s policy is to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employment applicants and to all employees, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Accordingly, employment applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or ancestry, gender, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or any other status covered by applicable laws.
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Our Human Resources Manager works collaboratively with other Legacy staff to attract a diverse array of qualified talent that embody Legacy’s mission and values. An applicant’s qualifications are carefully evaluated along side the job requirements. If an applicant’s knowledge, skills and experience potentially fit the position, we will contact the applicant. Please know we will contact you at some point during a hiring cycle to let you know the outcome of your application with us, but due to the volume of applications received, we are not able to accept phone calls, and cannot always respond to emails in a timely fashion. We strive to keep a “human touch” back in human resources!
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