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ECP Fall 2026 – Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chains
New York · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 9 days ago
Supply ChainResearchCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingAdaptabilityOrganizational Skills
About the role
- The World Economic Forum is an independent, not-for-profit organization, headquartered in Geneva, with offices in New York, San Francisco, Beijing, and Tokyo.
- The Early Careers Program provides an exciting opportunity for participants to get a feel for working at the Forum, bringing in fresh ideas and gaining valuable real-world experience.
Responsibilities
- Support the growth and implementation of the SmartStart USA pilot by engaging schools, workforce organizations, state agencies, employers, and industry partners, while coordinating stakeholder consultations, pilot activities, and programme tracking.
- Contribute to resource mobilization by researching and mapping philanthropic, corporate, and public-sector funding opportunities, preparing partnership and fundraising materials, and tracking engagement with prospective funders and strategic partners.
- Support the planning and execution of North America engagement initiatives, including Global Lighthouse Network (GLN) roundtables and regional partnership activities, while coordinating with partners, maintaining stakeholder engagement, and identifying opportunities to strengthen collaboration across the Centre's North American network.
- Develop briefing materials, event content, programme communications, and impact reporting that strengthen stakeholder engagement, demonstrate programme outcomes, and support the continued growth of the Centre's initiatives.
Requirements
- Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to synthesize information into clear, actionable insights.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within an international team environment.
- Join an independent and impartial organization with over 55 years of connecting leaders to make sense of global challenges and move the world forward together.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree minimum, master's preferred in business, policy, technology, manufacturing, engineering, or a relevant field
Compensation
- Monthly gross compensation of USD $4,550
- Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of virtual and in-person events, including the Centre's 2027 Annual Partner Convening in North America, ensuring seamless execution and a high-quality participant experience.
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