eSight Community News: Internships Archives

December 31, 2007

Executive Chamber Internship Program: State of New York

Governor Spitzer’s Executive Chamber Internship Program offers an outstanding opportunity for motivated college juniors, seniors, new (or recent) graduates and graduate students to gain real world government experience working closely with the Governor’s staff.

Positions available in NYC and Albany.

Application Deadline: March 1, 2008

Internship Dates: May 19 – August 15

Positions available in NYC and Albany.

Interns work from 10 to 13 weeks, and may be placed in the Appointments Office, Intergovernmental Affairs, Legislative Affairs, Lieutenant Governor’s Office, Press Office, Scheduling Office, Office of the Secretary to the Governor, State Operations, Special Projects, as well as offices focusing on economic development, education, energy, the environment, health, and homeland security. The number of interns hired and the offices to which interns are assigned varies based on staff needs.

Intern responsibilities will range from administrative work to substantive research. All interns should be ready to work hard, learn quickly, and cooperate with a diverse team serving the people of New York State.

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July 23, 2007

AFB public policy internships 2007-2008

The American Foundation for the Blind Public Policy Center announces the availability of public policy internship opportunities for 2007-2008.

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July 10, 2007

Internships at The Disabilities Network of New York City

The Disabilities Network of New York City is offering several new, exciting and unique internship opportunities.

Fundraising
Advocacy
Film Series
Administration

Interns will gain valuable skills that can be transferred to careers in nonprofits and advocacy. Positions may be customized to fit the organization's needs and the intern's skills, experience and interests.

Fundraising

Intern will assist the Director of Development. May include writing grant proposals and letters, communicating with donors, developing budgets, researching potential donors and working with a donor database.

Depending on the organization's current needs, intern may serve as liaison to the Board of Directors or assist in event coordination. May also include writing marketing materials, processing donations and working with the Director of Advocacy on membership outreach.

Skills & Responsibilities:

Organized, good writer and communicator, able to work under deadline;
Knowledge of Microsoft Office; and
Experience with databases helpful.

Fundraising experience is a plus but not required. Intern may have opportunities to take fundraising workshops.

Advocacy

Intern will assist the Director of Advocacy. We are recruiting for this internship on a rolling basis for individuals willing to commit to at least 6 weeks. Internship provides an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to develop new skills and gain professional development. This position will be 20 hours per week and is unpaid. As internships are designed to be instructional, intern will be involved in the policy and advocacy work of the Disabilities Network of NYC. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing, revolving basis.

Skills & Responsibilities:

Perform outreach activities to increase membership and member involvement;
Assist with preparation of the annual Disability Policy Agenda, including tip sheets, City Council testimony and community training and outreach;
Find appropriate speakers and organize independent living workshops and support groups as needed;
Maintain a list of local resources and provide information and referral to people in the community as needed; and
Attend meetings of other organizations related to disability issues.

Requirements:

Knowledge of disability-related issues and/or experience living with a disability;
Good organizational skills;
Ability to take initiative and work without a great deal of supervision;
Basic computer skills (e-mail, internet research, etc.) required; database management preferred; and
Strong work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Film Series

Intern will assist curator and staff with acquiring film entries as well as in researching, marketing & outreach to filmmakers, students and moviegoers. Help with outreach and maintaining database entries. Assist with obtaining and marketing screenings prior to monthly events. Also support staff with screenings, events, and promotions during the festival and throughout the year.

Skills & Responsibilities: Individual should be interested in disability and in film and film-related events. We are looking for a quick thinker, team player, problem solver and self-starter who are organized, detail-oriented, knowledgeable, friendly and outgoing.

Administration

Intern will assist with the organization's administrative duties. May include data entry/database management, filing, Internet research, note taking, copying, processing donations and submitting payment requests according to the policies of our fiscal sponsor.

Depending on the organization's current needs, the intern may assist in event coordination or serve as liaison to the Board of Directors, assistant to the Executive Director or the main administrative contact for the staff.

Skills & Responsibilities:

Organized, detail-oriented, patient, persistent;
Knowledge of Microsoft Office; and
Experience with databases helpful.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact Rebecca Hinde at 212-251-4141 or rebecca@dnnyc.net.

Please forward these descriptions to others who may be interested. Thank you!

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January 24, 2007

The White House Internship Program

The White House Internship Program offers an excellent opportunity to serve our President and explore public service. We are seeking exceptional candidates to apply for this highly competitive program. In addition to typical office duties, interns attend weekly lectures, tours, and complete an intern service project.

Interns may serve a term in the Fall, Spring or Summer. Every candidate must be a United States citizen, enrolled in a college or university, and at least 18 years of age.

An application and additional information about the program can be found at:

http://www.whitehouse.gov/government/wh-intern.html.

Strong applications exhibit:

Sound academic credentials;
A history of community involvement and leadership;
Solid verbal/written communication skills; and
A demonstrated interest in public service.

Applications should be submitted to:

Karen Race
Deputy Director and Intern Coordinator
White House Personnel
at intern_application@whitehouse.gov

Deadlines:

March 6, 2007 for SUMMER 2007 -- (May 22 to August 24, 2007)

June 26, 2007 for FALL 2007 -- (September 4 to December 14, 2007)

If you have questions you may contact Karen Race at (202) 456-5979 [Voice/Relay] or at intern_application@whitehouse.gov

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December 19, 2006

Spring 2007 Internships Available at 50 Years Is Enough

50 Years Is Enough is seeking reliable, smart, politically aware, progressive interns to assist the Network staff in the day to day functioning of the Network. The position includes administrative, organizing, and research work.

Responsibilities:

Assist in organizing events and activities for the Network;
Research and write short 2-4 page policy briefs;
Develop organizing materials and short information pieces for activists;
Attend meetings and assist with follow-up; and
Administrative tasks -filing, copying, returning calls, mailings, completing information requests.

Skills:

Knowledge of economic development issues;
Strong written and verbal communication skills;
Above average computer literacy;
A willingness to work hard and learn in a progressive environment;
Relevant experience working on international economic issues, environment or human rights issues.

Terms:

At least a three (3) month commitment (Start any date);
25+ hours a week; and
Unpaid and/or Work Study Students.

To apply please send cover letter and resumé, and 2-3 page
writing sample to:

fax: 202-636-4238
e-mail: info@50years.org
web: www.50years.org

50 Years Is Enough: U.S. Network for Global Economic Justice is comprised of over 200 U.S. grassroots, women's, solidarity, faith-based, policy, social- and economic- justice, youth, labor and development organizations dedicated to the profound transformation of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The 50 Years Is Enough Network works in solidarity with over 180 international partner organizations in more than 60 countries. Through education and action, the Network is committed to transforming the international financial institutions' policies and practices, and to making the development process democratic and accountable. We have been working together since our inception in 1994, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the World Bank and IMF. We focus on action-oriented economic literacy training, public mobilization, and policy advocacy.

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November 08, 2006

The Washington Center For Internships and Academic Seminars, A Scholarship Program for College Students with Disabilities

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars is pleased to announce it will continue to help increase employment for students with disabilities through an academic internship program. Through a partnership with the U.S. Department of Labors Office of Disability Employment Policy, The Washington Center is working to help students develop leadership skills and gain valuable work experience in public service. The Washington Center will complement students professional experience with solid academic training for credit from highly qualified instructors. In addition, students will be exposed to community, national and international leaders through workshops, seminars, lectures, embassy visits and networking events held throughout the course of each semester. The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) will offer technical guidance and support to the program.

The Washington Center is able to provide a total of 50 competitive scholarship awards in the amount of $8,500 for each eligible undergraduate student with disabilities interested in working in the executive, judicial or legislative branches of the federal government during the fall 2006 and spring 2007 semesters (scholarships are not available in the summer).

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Applicants Must:

Be enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university as an undergraduate;

Be at least a second semester sophomore at the time of the internship - Have at least a 2.75 GPA;
Show proof that they will receive academic credit for the internship;
Be a U.S. Citizen; and
Self-identify as a person with a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).

ADA defines a person with a disability as a person with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities OR a person that has a record of such impairment OR * a person that is regarded as having such impairment

Application Materials Include: Official transcript;

Two letters of recommendation;

A letter from your campus disability services office, a vocational rehabilitation office OR a physician treating you for your disability confirming the fact that you have a disability;

Resume;

Two writing samples;

Completed application form ;

Campus sponsorship agreement (students must receive academic credit for the experience); and

Application fee of $60.00.

Applications are available at: http://www.twc.edu/students/how_to_apply.shtml. Please contact The Washington Center if you require the application in an alternate format. The application for the scholarship is the same as the regular application.

IMPORTANT DATES - Spring 2007 Internship Program

Application due date: November 15, 2006
Spring semester begins: January 18, 2007
Spring semester ends: May 5, 2007

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

All students will be placed in the executive, legislative, or judicial branches of government.

Sample placements include:

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Department of Treasury
U.S. Department of Labor
U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
General Services Administration
Office of Personal Management
U.S. Department of Defense
U.S. Department of Commerce
U.S. Department of Justice
U.S. Department of Education
Small Business Administration
Congressional Members Offices (House & Senate)

ALL MAJORS SOUGHT

WHAT DOES THE SCHOLARSHIP COVER? The total scholarship award is $8,500 that would go toward covering TWCs total program and housing fees. This money can be combined with state scholarship awards available through The Washington Center, which range from $1,800 to $4,000 per student. Eligible students would be able to combine these awards and have a remaining amount to cover additional living expenses. Please visit http://www.twc.edu/disability_services.shtml for more information.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Workplace The Washington Center will work with the government agencies hosting the interns to ensure reasonable accommodations are provided to students who may need them to successfully complete their job duties.

Student Housing

The Washington Center provides all students accessible housing during their participation in the program in Washington, D.C. The Washington Center will work with students on a case-by-case basis to ensure accommodations are met. Our housing facilities offer shared facilities in apartment buildings in Northern Virginia and Maryland. They are located in well-lit, high traffic areas that provide secure and comfortable surroundings. The apartments are fully furnished, and provide local telephone and basic cable service, 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.

Academic Training The Washington Center will work closely with students with disabilities to assess and provide accommodations (physical and programmatic) for students to complete the academic requirements of the program.

Local Transportation The Washington Center housing facilities are within close proximity to the subway system. The Washington Center will work with each student on a case-by-case basis to provide an orientation to and information on how to utilize public transportation to arrive at their place of employment and all Washington Center functions in a timely manner. The Washington Center will provide mobility training when and if necessary. In addition, The Washington Center will conduct an orientation to answer questions about transportation, general accessibility issues, accommodations and internship sites.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Enrollment in an academic course provided by The Washington Center (there are over 20 courses to select from);

Completion of a portfolio that documents students internship experience and reactions to the Washington Forum sessions; and

Approval to receive academic credit for the program from students home institution

For more information contact Ms. Roshni D. Lal, The Washington Center for Internships & Academic Seminars. Phone: 202-336-7567, or email: roshniL@twc.edu. You can also visit us on the web at http://www.twc.edu.

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October 24, 2006

The Emerging Leaders summer 2007 internship program

The Emerging Leaders summer internship program for college students with disabilities offers paid summer internships at many of America's leading corporations like A & E Television Networks, Barclay's Capital, Bloomberg, Booz Allen Hamilton, CVS Pharmacy, Ernst & Young, FGM, Inc., Horizon Foundation, JPMorgan Chase, Key Span, KPMG, Lehman Brothers, Liz Claiborne Inc., Lockheed Martin, Merrill Lynch, Penguin Group, PricewaterhouseCoopers, SAIC, Sony Corporation, Sun Trust Bank and Walgreens.

These companies are proactive in recruiting qualified people with disabilities.

To be considered for an internship, you must be a current student, undergraduate or graduate, who has completed at least 45 credits (60 preferred), and is maintaining at least a 3.0 GPA.

More information can be found on the Emerging Leaders web site

Please note: Application deadline is December 31, 2006.

Emerging Leaders is a highly competitive program that places college students with disabilities in fulfilling summer internships and provides them with leadership development opportunities. Emerging Leaders partners with businesses to help them find outstanding young talent while also considering diversity and inclusion in their hiring practices.

Student applicants are matched with businesses through a careful screening process that helps ensure that the internship placement is a good fit for both parties.

Booz Allen Hamilton founded Emerging Leaders in 2001. The program currently is administered by the National Business & Disability Council.

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October 16, 2006

2007 AFB Policy and Research Internship Program

The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) Public Policy Center is inviting applications for the 2007 AFB Policy and Research Internship program. Located in our nation's capital, the AFB Public Policy Center strives to expand possibilities for people with vision loss by advocating the formulation and implementation of federal legislative, regulatory, legal, research, and funding priorities honoring the capabilities and unique needs of children, working-age adults, and seniors who are blind or visually impaired. The purpose of these internships is to provide highly motivated individuals with professional-level exposure to, and practice with, the public policy and policy research process and an opportunity to apply specialized knowledge and skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualified Applicants

Candidates for these exciting learning experiences will possess a
bachelor's degree (or will attain the degree within the year) and be pursuing a graduate or professional course of study relating to special education, rehabilitation, law, public health, or related human services discipline. All successful candidates will also possess a demonstrable commitment to people with vision loss or other disabilities.

Structure

The AFB Policy and Research Internships are designed to provide maximum flexibility while affording participants with a serious opportunity to learn and work with clear goals and expectations. Each internship will run at least six weeks. Internships will be scheduled throughout the year. Although specific projects will vary depending on the interests and emerging expertise of each successful candidate, activities common to all internships are likely to include

meeting with key congressional and federal agency staff;
scheduling Hill and other appointments;
preparing correspondence and briefing materials;
drafting short newsletter articles and fact sheets for
distribution via AFB's website;
participating in coalition meetings within and outside the field of vision loss; and
using tools and methods for conducting policy research.

Interns will be supervised by AFB's Director of Public Policy. Extensive mentoring by AFB Public Policy, Policy Research, and other professional staff will offer participants both support and guidance. It will be our pleasure to work with candidates to structure their individual internships to accommodate specific objectives, such as the attainment of academic credit for participation.

Preferred Internship Start Dates

Spring Term: February 5, 2007; March 5, 2007; April 2, 2007; April 30, 2007

Summer Term: May 29, 2007; June 25, 2007

Fall Term: September 4, 2007; October 1, 2007; October 29, 2007

Internship Awards

All internship participants will be offered housing through one of the local universities or other resources convenient to public transportation to and from the AFB Public Policy Center. Housing costs will be covered for each full week of participation. Participants will need to make their own travel arrangements and carry all other incidental costs which they may otherwise voluntarily incur. Subject to available funds or other contingencies, participants may be sponsored to attend conferences which may be held during the internship period, either in whole or in part, as mutually agreed upon.

Applications

To apply, send a resume or CV along with a letter of interest via e-mail to Mark Richert, Esq., Director, Public Policy, American Foundation for the Blind at mrichert@afb.net. Your materials must include

the academic program in which you are currently enrolled and/or
which will commence within the year;
any specific issues of particular interest to you which you
would like to pursue during your internship;
your preferred start date;
at least one academic or professional reference; and
an expression of your personal sense of how participation in
the internship fits within your overall career objectives.

The deadline for applications for internships during the 2007 spring term (February 5, 2007; March 5, 2007; April 2, 2007; April 30, 2007) is November 30, 2006. However, applications for internships in the summer and fall terms are also welcome now.

Successful applicants will be notified within one month of receipt of a complete application.

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October 15, 2006

American Association of People With Disabilities Offers Summer 2007 Internship Programs

The American Association of People With Disabilities is accepting applications for the
following summer internships:

Deadline: December 1, 2006

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July 19, 2006

Announcing 2007 AFB Policy and Research Internship Program

Qualified Applicants

Candidates for these exciting learning experiences will possess a bachelor's degree (or will attain the degree within the year) and be pursuing a graduate or professional course of study relating to special education, rehabilitation, law, public health, or related human services discipline. All successful candidates will also possess a demonstrable commitment to people with vision loss or other disabilities.

Structure

meeting with key congressional and federal agency staff;
scheduling Hill and other appointments;
preparation of correspondence and briefing materials;
drafting short newsletter articles and fact sheets for distribution via AFB's website;
participation in coalition meetings within and outside the field of vision loss; and
experience with tools and methods for conducting policy research.

Preferred Internship Start Dates

Spring Term: February 5, 2007; March 5, 2007; April 2, 2007; April 30, 2007

Summer Term: May 29, 2007; June 25, 2007

Fall Term: September 4, 2007; October 1, 2007; October 29, 2007

Internship Awards

Applications

To apply, send a resume or CV along with a letter of interest via e-mail to mrichert@afb.net. Your materials must include

the academic program in which you are currently enrolled and/or which will commence within the year;
any specific issues of particular interest to you which you would like to pursue during your internship;
your preferred start date;
at least one academic or professional reference; and
an expression of your personal sense of how participation in the internship fits within your overall career objectives.

The deadline for applications for internships during the 2007 spring term (February 5, 2007; March 5, 2007; April 2, 2007; April 30, 2007) is September 30, 2006. However, applications for internships in the summer and fall terms are also welcome now.

Successful applicants will be notified within one month of receipt of a complete application.

Mark Richert, Esq.
Director, Public Policy
American Foundation for the Blind
820 First Street, N.E., Suite 400
Washington, DC 20002

202-408-8175
mrichert@afb.net

http://www.afb.org

Expanding possibilities for people with vision loss (TM)

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March 21, 2006

Microsoft recruiting college students for internships

Microsoft is interested in recruiting college students for internships and employment opportunities in a variety of locations across the United States. For more information on internships, scholarships, campus recruiting events and employment opportunities check out Microsoft's college recruitment website . The website provides a great overview of the company including the corporate culture, employment opportunities, benefits, how to apply for positions, the interview process and profiles of current employees who were hired through the college recruitment program.

There is an interactive map of the United States that allows you to obtain the dates and other information about Microsoft's college recruiting events that are taking place in your area. There is also information on scholarship opportunities for people who are interested in the field of computer science.

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January 18, 2006

2006 Emerging Leaders Summer Internship Program

Emerging Leaders is a highly competitive program that places college students with disabilities in fulfilling summer internships and provides them with leadership development opportunities.

Final application deadline for 2006 Emerging Leaders program is January 31, 2006.

Learn more about the The Emerging Leaders Program

Find out how to apply and who to contact for additional information.

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January 17, 2006

D.A. Internships Available NYC

Gale A. Brewer's Newsletter for January 2006 announced that The Manhattan District Attorney's office invites Junior High and High School students to apply for the 2006 Summer Internship Program. To apply, students must reside in Manhattan and be between the ages of 14 and 17 (18 years old, if still in high school). Qualified students should send a resume and an essay explaining their interest in law to the following address, postmarked no later than April 7th, 2006. Community Affairs Unit; New York County District Attorney's Office, One Hogan Place, Room 824, New York, NY 10013.

Interviews are scheduled Monday through Thursday (during after-school hours) from mid-January through Friday, April 28, 2006 at either the address listed above or the Northern Manhattan Office at 163 West 125th Street. Students must bring two reference letters (one from the current school) to the interview. For information, call 212-335-9082.

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December 13, 2005

2006 Summer I.T. Internship in Washington, DC Extended Submission Deadline - January 13, 2006 (5pm EST)

2006 Summer Information Technology Internship for
College Students with Disabilities: Administered by AAPD
and sponsored by Microsoft Corporation, undergraduate
students interested in pursuing careers in information technology are encouraged to apply. Accepted candidates will work in various agencies in the executive branch of the federal government. Roundtrip air travel and housing will be provided to interns, and each student will
receive a stipend. Applications now available from www.AAPD.com.

** Apply by: JANUARY 13, 2006 (5:00pm, eastern). **

Questions and submissions for I.T. program:
http://www.aapd.com or AAPDmsintern@aol.com.

About AAPD:
The American Association of People with Disabilities
(AAPD) is the largest cross-disability national
membership organization in the country with more than
100,000 members. Its mission is the political and
economic empowerment of all children and adults with
disabilities.

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December 03, 2005

Paid Internship Opportunities Available at NASA Field Centers for Students with Disabilities

The Equal Opportunity Programs Office (EOPO) and the Office of Higher Education is encouraging students with disabilities to apply for various paid internship programs located at the following NASA field centers: Goddard Space Flight Center (Greenbelt, MD), Ames Research Center (Moffett Field, CA), Glenn Research Center (Cleveland, OH), Independent Verification & Validation Facility (Fairmont, WV).

A majority of the internships are specific to majors within the STEM (Scientific, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. However, there are internships that are open to majors such as general business, accounting, finance, political science, communication, and education. In addition, internships are available at all levels (high school, undergraduate, graduate, doctorate fellows, and summer faculty positions).

To apply for one or more of the internships, go to
http://university.gsfc.nasa.gov/ and click the link named "Combined Intern Application." The student will have to create a user name and password to proceed through the application. If a student has difficulty in applying or would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please do not hesitate in contacting Denna Lambert at (301) 286 - 0844.

Students are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible, but no later than January 31, 2006.

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October 18, 2005

Internships Available for College Students with Disabilities

The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), through partnerships with Microsoft Corporation and the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation, is pleased to announce two internship opportunities for college students with disabilities for summer 2006.

2006 SUMMER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIP FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Administered by AAPD and sponsored by Microsoft Corporation, undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in information technology are encouraged to apply. Accepted candidates will work in various agencies in the executive branch of the federal government. Roundtrip air travel and housing will be provided to interns, and each student will receive a stipend.

Applications now available from www.AAPD.com.
Apply by: DECEMBER 12, 2005 (5:00pm, eastern).

Questions and submissions for I.T. program: aapdmsintern@aol.com.

2006 SUMMER CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Administered by AAPD and sponsored by the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation, second-semester sophomores through first-semester seniors interested in working on Capitol Hill are encouraged to apply. Accepted candidates will work in congressional offices in Washington, DC. Roundtrip air travel and housing will be provided to interns, and each student will receive a stipend.

Applications now available from www.AAPD.com .
Apply by: DECEMBER 12, 2005 (5:00pm, eastern).

Questions and submissions for Congressional program: aapdcongintern@aol.com.

ABOUT AAPD: The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is the largest cross-disability national membership organization in the country with more than 100,000 members. Its mission is the political and economic empowerment of all children and adults with disabilities.

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May 19, 2005

Excellence through Challenging Exploration and Leadership (EXCEL)

WHAT: The EXCEL program provides blind graduating high school seniors and current college freshman a 5-week internship at three NASA Centers. Travel and living expenses will be paid for. Six EXCEL interns will be chosen from a nationwide search, with two additional students chosen as alternates.

WHERE: Two interns will be placed at each of three NASA centers--Goddard Space Flight Center (Greenbelt, Maryland), Johnson Space Center (Houston, Texas), and the Jet Propulsion Lab (Pasadena, California). A one-week orientation to the internship will take place at the NFB National Convention in Louisiville, Kentucky the first week of July.

WHEN: Orientation will begin on June 30th and the internships will end on August 14.

WHO: To be eligible for the program, you must be at least 18 years old at the beginning of the program and either a senior in high school who has been accepted to college or a current college freshman who is interested in pursuing a career in a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) field.

CONTACT: For more information regarding the program, please visit the EXCEL page on our Web site at http://nfb.org/nfbrti/excel.htm.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mark Riccobono at (410) 659-9314, ext. 2368, or email mriccobono@nfb.org or contact Stacy Cervenka at (410) 659-9314 or email scervenka@nfb.org

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March 15, 2005

The National Mental Health Association Seeks Interns

The National Mental Health Association, a nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness, is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for its internship program. The program is designed to provide a unique opportunity for students to gain real-world work experience relevant to their academic and career goals.

Internships are available in various programs and departments. Such as:

Fundraising/Development,
NAMHPAC,
NCSTAC,
Service and Policy Center,
World Federation, and
Communications/Media and Publications Sales.

See the internship program section of this web site for more details or to apply online.

Other application options include sending a resume to
NMHA/JDS
2001 N. Beauregard Street
Alexandria, VA 22311

Fax to (703) 684-5968
or an e-mail to interns@nmha.org.

No phone calls please.

EOE

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March 07, 2005

ENTRY POINT! 2005 - Internship Opportunities

ENTRY POINT! is a program of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) offering Outstanding Internship Opportunities for Students with Disabilities in Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, and some fields of Business.

ENTRY POINT is an internship program for college students with physical, sensory, and/or learning disabilities.

To apply (for next year) fill out our preliminary online application at http://ehrweb.aaas.org/entrypoint/application.cfm
Or send electronically to Laureen Summers at:
lsummers@aaas.org

For more information, contact:

Laureen Summers
AAAS Project on Science, Technology and Disability
1200 New York Avenue, NW
Washington DC, 20005-3920
(202) 326-6649 Phone (Voice/TDD)
(202) 371-9849 Fax

Visit their web site for more information. http://www.entrypoint.org

Posted by Nancy at 02:42 PM | Comments (0)

Paid Internships in Washington, Dc Metro Area

College juniors, seniors and masters degree students with disabilities (US citizens) with majors in IT, Finance, Accounting, Communications, Political Science, Business Administration, Liberal Arts, and Engineering are invited to apply for 3 month (40 hours/week) or 6 month (20 hours/week) paid ($10 per hour)internships.

Submit resumes to mbrough@benderconsult.com. Any questions contact Mary Brougher at 412-787-8567.

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January 10, 2005

Emerging Leaders Program

Applications for the 2005 summer internship program coordinated by the international consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton are due on February 15, 2005. This internship program is for college and graduate students with disabilities.

For information and the application form, visit their website at:
http://www.emerging-leaders.com/.

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Philanthropy Internship

Women & Philanthropy is a Washington, DC-based, national nonprofit organization which advocates within the field of philanthropy for the full engagement of women and girls in society. They provide leadership to the philanthropic community to raise the importance of using a gender lens in discussions about changing social conditions.

Women & Philanthropy Internship

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