Self-enroll in the Canvas group for details. For more info, email Dr. Hina Azam.
Daily Archives: October 7, 2021
Ransom Center Internships
The Ransom Center is recruiting paid undergraduate interns for Spring 2022! Check out our website and see below for more information!
What is a Ransom Center undergraduate internship?
Ransom Center undergraduate internships are paid opportunities to work behind the scenes with experts at an important cultural institution with worldwide connections. We offer positions in a variety of departments as well as monthly professional development sessions for the entire cohort. Interns are expected to work ten hours a week for the extent of the semester.
Why should I apply?
Whether you want to kick-start a career in libraries and museums, explore a personal interest in our collections, or develop yourself professionally in a vibrant, collaborative environment, the Ransom Center undergraduate internships are for you! But don’t just take our word for it- check out these interviews with former interns Celia Shaheen and Nick Purgett!
Where is the Ransom Center?
The Ransom Center is a humanities library-archive-museum located on campus at 21st Street and Guadalupe. We offer classes, present public programs and exhibitions, and host researchers from across campus and the world.
Who is eligible to apply for an internship?
All interested UT Austin undergraduates are encouraged to apply!
When is the application deadline?
Applications will be due by October 29. Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter via Handshake, and one letter of recommendation directly to lincoln.howard@austin.utexas.edu.
Any questions can be directed to lincoln.howard@austin.utexas.edu.
Roy Crane Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Literary Arts 2021
The Roy Crane Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Arts is given each year to a student of The University of Texas at Austin for unique, creative effort in the performing, literary and visual arts.
About the Award
In 2021, the award(s) will be given in the area of literary arts. Any currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student from any major or area of study may compete for the award. The selection committee will give no weight to any entrant’s grade point average or other academic achievement.
Awards range between $1,000 and $4,500.
Deadline to Apply: November 1, 2021
To compete for the award, a student must submit the following:
- Online application form through Interfolio
- Portfolio requirement – Submit up to 5 examples of creative or non-fiction writing, limit of 25 pages. Arrange work in reverse chronological order, newest to oldest. Work submitted cannot be over two years old. Each piece must be labeled with: name, title of work, and date.
Work submitted must represent creative achievement while enrolled at UT Austin. Research or analysis does not qualify.
Contact undergraduateawards@utexas.edu if you have any specific questions about this opportunity.
Explore Career Paths in International Business: French Tech Scene
Are you interested in learning more about International Business? Hear personal career stories from professionals and an overview of what it’s like to work in the French Tech startup scene? UT Austin is hosting an event next week that has been designed to highlight career and internship opportunities in the French Tech industry. This event will feature speakers focusing on international career development and associated opportunities. We look forward to having you join us!
What: Explore Career Paths in International Business: French Tech Scene
Presented by: La French Tech Austin & French Tech Houston (https://lafrenchtech.com/en/)
When: Thursday, October 14th
Time: Noon – 1:00 p.m. CST
Speakers: Hear from Thales, Lumapps, and French Tech Houston. Some representatives will be joining virtually from France.
Hosted in partnership by: Texas Career Engagement, French Tech Austin & French Tech Houston, Texas Global, Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute
RSVP To Attend: Student Registration Link