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Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Technology Program

April 12, 2013 Leave a comment

Here is a great opportunity for internships from the organization, Girls Who Code. Girls Who Code works to educate, inspire, and equip young women with the skills and resources to pursue academic and career opportunities in computing fields.  Girls Who Code’s vision is to reach gender parity in computing fields. GWC believes this is paramount to ensure the economic prosperity of women, families, and communities across the globe, and to equip citizens with the 21st century tools for innovation and social change. GWC believes that more girls exposed to computer science at a young age will lead to more women working in the technology and engineering fields.

Girls Who Code is aggressively recruiting 10th and 11th grade girls to apply to three of their summer immersion programs.

In their summer programs, 10th and 11th grade girls will have an extraordinary opportunity to gain skills and be exposed to careers in computer science and technology. Girls will tour the halls of reputable tech firms such as Facebook, Google and Twitter, as well as learn how to create their own mobile apps, robots and more.

There are only 60 spots available and applications are due online on Monday, April 15th. Applications can be found at www.girlswhocode.com/applynow .

Spread the word today!

Eyewear Clothing is Seeking Interns

April 10, 2013 Leave a comment

Eyewear Clothing, a Harlem, NY based clothing line, is seeking interns!  From participating in fashion shows at colleges around New York state, to networking and marketing events, Eyewear Clothing has branded itself as a fun, vibrant young product.  This is a great opportunity for those interested in design and marketing to gain exposure to the fashion realm!

Responsibilities:

  • Stock and inventory
  • Equipment arrangement
  • Screen setup
  • Traveling for materials
  • Traveling to stores around the city
  • Research
  • Database creation
  • Fashion, community, and blog-related outreach

Qualifications:

  • High-school student preferred
  • General idea of streaming
  • Reliable research skills and capabilities
  • Public relations experience preferred

Benefits of Internship:

  • Exposure in fashion and marketing
  • Networking experience
  • Experience in screen printing

Location: NYC
Public transportation travel and lunch expenses will be provided.

For consideration, please email your resume to eyewearclothing@gmail.com

To see some of Eyewear’s designs, visit eyewear-clothing.com.

Summer 2013 Competitive Government Program: PAID Federal Internships

April 1, 2013 Leave a comment

There is immediate availability for the Summer 2013 Competitive Government Program – and these positions must be filled as soon as possible! Specifically, positions are available with the United States’ Veterans Administration (VA), and students with Business/Human Resources, Computer & Information Technology, Engineering and Healthcare-related backgrounds are needed. If you complete your application soon, you will immediately be considered for these opportunities. 

Eligibility:

  • United States citizenship required;
  • Applicants must be enrolled in, or have recently graduated from, an undergraduate or graduate program. Additionally, candidates must have a GPA of 3.0 or above;
  • Undergraduate students from affiliated universities must receive approval from their campus liaison in order to participate;
  • Undergraduate students from non-affiliated universities must seek approval from their campus if they would like to receive academic credit;
  • Candidates should be available for the full term of the internship, which will likely reflect TWC’s standard program dates. It is important to note that in some cases, Competitive Government internships will have different start/end dates than those outlined. Individuals who receive such an offer will have specific expectations outlined;
  • Students should have demonstrated experience and/or strong interest in working for the federal government.

Competitive Government internships are fully-funded and paid opportunities. In addition, some support is provided for travel and other expenses. The internship begins on June 10th and ends August 17th.

Due to referral deadlines, applications must be submitted quickly – and no later than Thursday, April 4th. An official transcript will be required, but applicants who provide an unofficial copy and submit by April 5 will be considered (an official copy must be sent later). To submit the application, you must include basic information, your resume and an essay. Be sure to choose option 2 (the Competitive Government Program) on the application! 

To apply to the Competitive Government Program, go to http://hbcuconnect.com/campaigns/439/twc-content-ad .

Joseph S. Murphy Institute Internship Offering Scholarship, Stipend, and Unlimited MetroCard

March 15, 2013 Leave a comment

Joseph S. Murphy Institute for Worker Education and Labor Studies, SPS, CUNY**

NY Union Semester combines hands-on experience at a New York City labor union or other worker host organization with academic course work. This one-semester internship is open to undergraduates and college graduates from the U.S. and other countries.

Host organizations provide interns with:

  • a $1,900 scholarship toward the cost of in-state tuition and fees
  • a $210/week stipend and
  • a monthly transit allowance to cover the cost of an unlimited Metrocard

Start date:  August 26, 2013

End date:  December 13, 2013

Responsibilities:

  • Students intern 32-hours each week for 15 weeks. They may work on organizing campaigns, policy research, training programs or other activities.
  • Students also complete four labor studies courses at the Murphy Institute. Undergraduate students earn 16 college credits. Graduates earn 12 credits. Students receive a Certificate in Labor Studies from the School of Professional Studies (SPS), CUNY.

 Requirements:

  • Undergraduates: minimum of 45 credits and 2.5 GPA
  • Graduates: BA/BS or a at least a 3.0 GPA in a post-baccalaureate program
  • Commitment to social and economic justice

How to Apply:

  • Union Semester is now accepting applications for the Fall 2013 term. While they accept applications on a rolling basis, you should submit your application and other application materials by June 17th.  
  • Placements are limited and the selection process is competitive.  Complete the application and a telephone interview.
  • More Information on the program can be found at www.unionsemester.org. You can access the application from the union semester website or here.
  • Questions? Contact the Union Semester Outreach Coordinator at tamara.shapiro@mail.cuny.edu or call 212.642.2011.

Apply Today to the Oregon Health and Science University Internship

March 6, 2013 Leave a comment
If you are interested in research, medicine, nursing or dentistry, the Center for Diversity and Inclusion is offering a Summer Equity Research Program! This PAID internship is for undergraduate students for 8 to 10 weeks during the summer, working with faculty and graduate students in a research and clinical setting.

The OHSU Equity Summer Research, Dental, Nursing and Medicine Internship Program offers:

·         An exciting opportunity to spend 8 to 10 weeks working with faculty and graduate students in a research setting, learning new skills, and gaining hands-on experience.

·         Weekly seminars and meetings with fellow students and faculty to discuss ongoing research.

·         An opportunity to present a poster presentation of your summer research project.

·         Ongoing, personal mentoring about your individual career pathway from OHSU faculty .

·         Clinical rotations.

·         A paid stipend during the program.

·         Free Housing.

Please note the program is only open to applicants who have experienced social or economic disadvantages:

  • Economically disadvantaged students are defined as individuals who come from a “low income family,” using low income levels specified by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as a guideline.
  • Socially disadvantaged students come from an environment that may inhibit them from obtaining knowledge, skills or abilities required to enroll and successfully complete an undergraduate or graduate course of study that could lead to a career in the health sciences. This category includes but is not restricted to students whose parents did not attend or complete college.

Click here to download the Equity Internship application or visitwww.ohsu.edu/diversity for more information

Applications due by 4:00pm, Friday, March 22, 2013.

The ECDO Young Adult Internship Program

February 27, 2013 Leave a comment

The Ecumenical Community Development Organization (ECDO) Young Adult Internship Program is OPEN to NYC residents who are:

  • between the ages of 16-24
  • not in school
  • not working
  • residents within the 10023, 10024, 10025, 10026, 10027, 10030, and 10031 zip codes.

The program includes:

  • 3 weeks of job readiness orientation
  • earn up to $2,500 in 14 weeks
  • 9 months of placement assistance in jobs or in an educational program

For an application or more information, call (212) 531-3211

OR

stop by the ECDO Community Partnership Center

413 West 125th Street

New York, NY 10027

(between Morningside and Amsterdam Avenues)

Click the link to access the flyer: ECDO YAIP

New York Foundation Summer 2013 Internship

February 13, 2013 Leave a comment

The New York Foundation invites applications for an internship in philanthropy. NYF is seeking a young person interested in learning about NYF’s grant-making approach and practice. The intern will participate in the grant review process at all levels for a period of ten weeks from June through August 2013.

The New York Foundation is a steadfast supporter of community organizing and advocacy in New York City. NYF believes that the resilience and vitality of its neighborhoods is the city’s greatest resource. NYF grants support community-initiated solutions to solve local problems, constituents mobilizing for adequate and equitable resources, and groups organizing a collective voice among those whose voices have not been heard. Each year, the New York Foundation awards approximately $2.9 million in grants.

TIME FRAME AND STIPEND

• Ten weeks: June through August 2013

• Full-time: 35 hours per week

• Stipend: $525 per week

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current junior or senior undergraduate students preferred

• Commitment to public service, and interest in philanthropy and the non-profit sector

• Interest in inner city neighborhoods and social justice

• Strong communication and organization skills

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

• Demonstrated analytical and research skills

• Ability to collaborate with supervisor

• Willingness to travel to neighborhoods in all boroughs of New York City

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and evaluate proposals

• Interact with grantees and represent the foundation at meetings and site visits

• Manage the New York Foundation Summer Internship in Community Organizing

• Prepare site visit reports

• Write a summary evaluation of the program

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE

• Please mail resume and letter of interest to: Melissa Hall, New York Foundation, 10 East 34th Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10016

• All applications must be submitted by Friday, April 5, 2013

• No phone calls, faxes, or emails

Health Career Connection PAID Summer Internship Program

January 30, 2013 1 comment

Health Career Connection (HCC) provides paid internship opportunities to undergraduate students and recent graduates interested in careers in public health and healthcare, with a priority emphasis on Health Management and Policy, Health Education, Community Health, Environmental Health, other areas of Public Health, Health Information Technology, Health Finance, Healthcare Consulting and Nursing Administration.  While all students are eligible, HCC strongly encourages students of color and those from disadvantaged backgrounds to apply as HCC has a commitment to increasing the number and diversity of healthcare leaders and professionals and also to increasing opportunities for people who are from or want to serve underserved communities.

Students apply into the HCC program, not specific positions. Placement decisions are made based on intern interests and qualifications and site availability at the time of final selection.  Students from ALL fields are welcome to apply.

Guidelines:

    • Internships are full-time (40 hours/week) educational opportunities that last 10 continuous weeks (from June through August). All candidates must be able to commit to this time frame.
    • Attending Summer School or studying for any standardized test for graduate/professional school while pursuing this internship is strongly discouraged.
  • Internships are located in:
    • New England (Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island)
    • Northern California (San Francisco Bay Area from Santa Cruz to Sacramento)
    • Southern California (Greater Los Angeles, Inland Empire, Orange County and San Diego)
    • Central California Valley (Fresno, Modesto, Visalia, Bakersfield)
    • New York/New Jersey (New York City and its 5 Boroughs, Northern New Jersey, Princeton)
    • Coachella Valley (Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Coachella, Cathedral City)
    • North Carolina (Robeson County, Scotland County, Hoke County, Moore County, Forsythe County, Triangle Region, and Triad Region)

Please pay specific attention to the application instructions when choosing a region.

    • HCC does not cover relocation costs, housing, or transportation.
  • Payments to interns average $3,000 – $4,000 per internship.
    • Based on applicant’s interests and skills set, selected finalists will be placed within prominent healthcare/public health organizations (hospitals, academic medical centers, community clinics, medical groups, health plans, health departments, & advocacy groups)
    • Through an apprenticeship model, each student is paired with a preceptor who will serve as a mentor and guide, sharing their experience and wisdom. Interns will have the invaluable opportunity to participate in seminars and workshops, which are incorporated in the summer schedule as well as other important professional conferences and networking events.
    • Students will work on meaningful projects and develop professional skills that will strengthen their preparation and qualifications for health careers that are aligned with their interests.

Applications must be completed and submitted by Monday, February 11, 2013 at 11:59 pm PST.

Click here to apply: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH08/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=HEALTHCAREERS&cws=56&rid=98

Frank & Peggy Steele Public Relations Internship Program & Scholarship

January 23, 2013 Leave a comment

The Frank and Peggy Steele Internship Program for Youth Leadership Development provides meaningful, hands-on training in numerous professional careers including research, photo archives, technical services, exhibit design, membership, education, archives and collections management, recorded media, development, special events, programs and events, multi-media, publications, and public relations. In addition, interns learn and work in the company of baseball’s best-known personalities during the annual Hall of Fame Weekend and Induction Ceremony, held in Cooperstown each summer.

To be considered for the Frank and Peggy Steele Internship Program for Youth Leadership Development, students must have completed at least their sophomore year and be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program at a college or university during the internship, or have just graduated in May. All Steele interns receive a bi-weekly stipend during the ten weeks of the program and access to affordable student housing. If fulfilling an academic requirement, college credit may also be awarded.

The Frank & Peggy Steele Internship Program welcomes applicants for the Ozzie Smith Diversity Scholarship. Students of ethnically and culturally diverse backgrounds pursuing a four year bachelor’s or master’s degree are eligible for a scholarship. Complete scholarships are awarded following acceptance into Frank & Peggy Steele Internship Program. If interested, please attach a one-page statement of interest with your cover letter and resume.

Please contact education@baseballhalloffame.org with any questions.

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art is Offering PAID Internships

December 17, 2012 Leave a comment

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is now accepting applications for its paid internship program.

The Museum offers forty-one paid positions for college juniors, recent college graduates and master’s-degree students each year.

Interns commence in June and are placed in host departments where they work closely with supervisors on special and ongoing projects.

All paid interns also participate in MuSe (Museum Seminars) and receive training to teach in the Museum’s galleries.

Individuals selected for paid internships have the opportunity to meet and network with one another through MuSe and other intern events. Please visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s website for available placements and application instructions. 

Applications are due January 10, 2013!

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