Internship Opportunities

The U.S. Commercial Service is the export development arm of the United States government, and the office in the U.S. Embassy London is one of the most active in the world. The main objectives are to promote business relationships between U.S. and U.K. companies, and assist U.S. companies with their efforts to enter the U.K. market.

To support these objectives, the office analyzes information on the U.K. market, facilitates contacts with U.K. businesses, promotes U.S. products in the U.K. and European marketplace, and advocates U.S. business interests. Through the International Marketing Center, the office assist trade missions to the U.K., and help American companies or their representatives hold product launches, exhibitions, seminars or receptions in the Embassy's extensive facilities. The Intern Work Plan below will give you an idea as the kinds of projects interns work on, but my contact stated that there may, of course, be specific projects at the time of internship.

Students interested in this opportunity must submit a resume and a letter explaining their motives for applying for an internship, a sample of their writing skills, and recommendation letters from two of their professors. A telephone interview would then scheduled. A security clearance, which can take around eight to ten weeks to complete, is required before any candidate is able to start work at the Embassy.

Interns do not receive any pay or expenses, and the department does not offer housing or assistance with finding accommodation. The first step is to get accepted and a security clearance. There are so many possibilities of scholarship, grants, donations, etc. to cover the expenses.

S.A.F.E. Place is now accepting applications and interviewing for the next 42-hour domestic violence crisis intervention counselor training program in May 2004. You will receive intensive instruction in the following areas:

The training will prepare you to respond effectively to the crisis hot line and to handle emergencies while working intensely with the shelter residents.

If you are interested in being considered for the September session, contact Doreen Harrison, Volunteer Program Coordinator at 269-965-6093. (S.A.F.E. place is located in Battle Creek, MI.) Come to MOTT 208 for more information.

The Walt Disney Studios and ABC Entertainment are continuing the search to discover and employ creative talent, and to employ culturally and ethnically diverse writers. They are looking for up to eleven writers to work full-time developing their craft at The Walt Disney Studios and ABC Entertainment. They will be offering Fellowships in the feature film and television areas. No previous experience is necessary; however, writing samples are required. Fellows will each be provided a salary of $50,000 for a one-year period tentatively scheduled to begin in January 2004. Fellows chosen from outside of the Los Angeles area will be provided with coach round trip airfare and one month's accommodations.

Eligibility: This Program is open to all writers. Members of the Writers Guild of America are eligible for this Program, and should apply directly through the WGA's Employment Access Department at (323)782-4648.

This is a unique opportunity for students to form career contacts with the best and the brightest people in America's top media market.

This is a full-time semester-long study/internship program - designed to offer 15 credits. This program features personalized internship placement to ensure a strong match between students and site. Internships will commit students to spending 3 days per week in a professional environment. In addition, students will take two 3-credit online courses. These two Communication Seminars - Media Ethics and Media Management - will provide students a solid theoretical grounding. Finally, tours, group discussions and guest speakers will round out the semester.

Where are the internships? Recent internship placements have included Sports Illustrated, NBC, The View, Good Morning America, MTV, Comedy Central, Madison Square Garden, DDB Worldwide, Weber-Shandwick, Bates Worldwide, Nickelodeon, Young & Rubicam, and many more.

Each year, the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation makes available at least one graduate-level fellowship worth up to $24,000 in each state. James Madison Fellowships emphasize the framing, principles, and history of the Constitution. Current and prospective secondary school teachers of American history, American Government, and social studies are eligible to apply.

Fellows may attend any accredited institution of higher education in the United States for either a Master of Arts (MA); a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT); or a Master of Education (MEd) with an emphasis on American history, government, or political science.

For application or additional information about the fellowship program, please call 1-800-525-6928 or visit the Foundation's website: www.jamesmadison.com.

The James H. Dunn, Jr. Memorial Fellowship Program and Vito Marzullo Internship Program are governmental initiatives that strive to meet the public sector's future need for competent administrators. The Dunn Fellowship and Marzullo Internship serve as public sector management training programs that provide an opportunity for college graduates to supplement their education with experience in such areas as policy analysis and program administration.

It is the aim of these programs to encourage talented college graduates to consider careers in state government and achieve affirmative action through the nomination of qualified men, women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Summer Job/Internships Available at Camp Tanuga

Camp Tanguga is an 12-week minimum commitment starting late May and ending in August. This camp serves up to 200 boys and girls ages 6-15 who attend Camp Tanuga. Staff members would work directly with children all day and everyday when the groups are at camp. To apply contact Ron Fritz at ron@camptanuga.com.

Intern at Prairie Wetlands Learning Center

Interns function as an integral part of the environmental education staff, and participate in all aspects of the operation of the Center. These duties may include: developing, conducting and evaluating environmental education and interpretation programs, researching and studying the natural history of the site and surrounding areas, interpretive writing, food service, maintenance needs and participation in other Wetland Management District activities.

Successful applicants must have completed their sophomore year in college, and be in a field of study related to environmental education, natural resource management, outdoor education or biology.

Internship last between 10-12 weeks depending on the season. Interns are provided with housing on site, training in education and interpretive techniques a bi-weekly stipend of $250.00. uniform shirts, name plate and use of kitchen cooking equipment. Interns are responsible for personal linens and are expected to work irregular hours.

For more information contact, Teresa Jaskiewica, Environmental Specialist, at teresa_jaskiewicz@fws.gov.

Interlochen

Interlochen is a Center for the Arts. The following is a list of positions that are open:

Cabin Counselors
Stage Services Staff
Concert Office Staff
Music Library Staff
Accompanist
Art Assistants
Theatre Production Staff
Post Office/Central Stores Staff
Transportation Drivers
Lifeguards
Recreation
For an application contact the Human Resource Office @ 231.276.7342 or visit www.interlochen.org

Wisconsin Badger Camp

Wisconsin Badger Camp is an overnight camp that serves children and adults with developmental disabilities. Our campers range in age from 3-93, and Badger Camp does not turn away anyone due to the mildness or severity of their disability. We serve campers with diagnosis of Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, mental illness, Muscular Dystrophy, and many other conditions.

Students are not required to have any experience working with people with disabilities, although it is helpful. Badger Camp is a great place for those interested in the fields of education, special education, sociology, psychology, therapeutic recreation, PT, OT, or any other service field to gain some experience and useful skills.

Come to Mott 208 for application and materials.

New York Life Insurance Co.

Did you know that New York Life has a unique internship opportunity to offer your students, and that we are making a name for ourselves by having a huge presence across the country at numerous college campuses? We have developed a program to allow students to explore a business career while still in school. By giving students the opportunity to test-drive this career while still being in school, we can help them make better-informed decisions regarding their future options.

Our Michigan Off ice is committed to the Internship Program and is actively seeking students interested in a career in Insurance and Financial Services. Our Michigan office received the distinct honor of winning New York Life's 2002-2003 College Internship Competition Award. Collectively, interns in Michigan outperformed all interns nationwide with the highest earnings in sales.

For more information contact Jeff Jones at (212) 576-5901 or stop by Mott 208.

Trade Network, Inc.

Trade Network is currently interviewing for summer 2004 Marketing Broker internship openings. Positions will be available at either their Lansing or Grand Rapids offices. These internships would most likely fit the experiential needs of business or marketing majors.

Interested students are encouraged to submit their resumes to either offices. Please come to Mott 208 for more information.

The Defender Association

The Defender Association provides legal representation to low income and indigent clients, in criminal matters as well as civil proceedings. Typically investigators are used in the criminal divisions; juvenile, and adult misdemeanor and felony cases.

Volunteer internships are a big part of the Defender Association. Without the Investigator Intern Program, our office would not be able to investigate hundreds of cases each year. The demands placed on interns are significant. Hard work, stress, and frustration are common. However, the chance to develop professional skills, gain experience in the field of criminal law and defense work, and handle a significant amount of responsibility, make the internship program very competitive and rewarding.

Come to Mott 208 for more information or call (206) 447-3900 ext. 692 for an information and application packet.

SIREN/Eaton Shelter

The SIREN/Eaton Shelter, located in Charlotte is offering or internships or work studies to undergraduate and graduate level students. Students in Social Work. Sociology, Psychology or related fields would be offered 10-20 hours a week of hands-on field related work. Supervision would be provided by an MSW.

SIREN/Eaton Shelter provides services to the homeless and supervisors of domestic violence. We have a small food bank and clothing room in addition to our emergency housing services and transitional housing program. Support groups are offered three nights a week and SIREN collaborates with Eve's Inc. of Lansing to run a children's support group. Case management is provided to all clients. Interns would have the opportunity to work with both adults and children.

For more information, please come to Mott 208.

New York Media Experience Program

NYMEP is a full-time semester-long study/internship program-designed to offer 15 credits. In addition, students will take two 3-credit online courses. These two Communication Seminars-Media Ethics and Media Management-will provide students a solid theoretical grounding. Internships will commit students to spend 3 days per week in a professional environment. Personal site visits, faculty-led group discussions and writing assignments help students comprehend what they observe and experience on the job. By the conclusion of their program, your students will be knowledgeable about the competitive media world!

Deadlines to apply Fall '04-April 1, 2004 and Spring '05-October 8, 2004. Come to Mott 208 for more information.

Teach English Abroad

Cambridge CELTA-The Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults. The Cambridge CELTA is the most honoured and widely-received entry-level credential in the world for teaching English as a second language. It is recognized worldwide and is also valuable when looking for ESL employment here in North America. ILI's CELTA course is also transferable into university credit.

Visit CELAT on-line at www.celta.ca to find out more about the program. Stop by Mott 208 to find out more information as well.

For more information, please contact:

Jane P. Rhodes
Director, Career Services Network
320 South Main
Olivet, MI 49076
Phone:(269)749-6609
jrhodes@olivetcollege.edu