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Summer Internship Opportunity with Community TechKnowledge

Community TechKnowledge, Inc (CTK) seeks a high-caliber intern to perform a focused research study on international non-profit and public sector markets.  Austin-based CTK is a leading provider of client data management software for non-profits and government agencies across the US, Canada, UK, and Mexico.  The ideal candidate will have academic experience and aspirations in international business development, social/human services, and the SaaS business model.  Stipend provided.
This internship will encompass the following:
  •  Identify viable international markets for CTK software
  • Research business, non-profit and governmental infrastructures by country
  • Research country-specific security guidelines and protocols as they relate to online software services
  • Research stakeholders and decision processes per country
  • Assist CTK’s Business Development dept in the design of an international development plan
Application Details:
This is a summer internship with a start date of June 1st.
If you are interested, please send resume and cover letter to:

Derek Hansen
CTK Business Development

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Conservation Biology Internship in Portland, Oregon

The Center for Biological Diversity is seeking a Conservation Biology intern. See below for more information.

Full or part time

General position overview:
The Center for Biological Diversity’s Endangered Species Program seeks motivated and organized interns dedicated to protecting biodiversity and thwarting the extinction crisis. Interns will work with Center scientists to gain protections for imperiled species. The internship provides a small stipend as well as valuable experience with one of the nation’s most respected and cutting-edge environmental organizations.

Duties:
Interns will research and compile information from the scientific literature and government publications to produce documents to gain federal protection for endangered species or to support litigation to protect already listed species.

Qualifications:

  • Strong verbal and writen communication skills.
  • Excellent Internet and library research skills using scholarly databases and online tools.
  • A bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science or related fields.
  • Excellent organizational and computer skills.
  • A passion for and knowledge of protecting biodiversity.

Application Process:
Please email a cover letter explaining your interest in working at the Center, a résumé, a writing sample and references to ConservationIntern@endangeredearth.org. Paper copies and incomplete applications will not be considered. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.

 

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Capital Area Food Bank of Texas – AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Positions

There are several AmeriCorps VISTA positions available for students from all backgrounds and interests, including:

• Community Garden VISTA
• Volunteer Resources VISTA
• Digital History VISTA
• Client Communications VISTA
• Human Resources VISTA
• Agency Capacity Building VISTA

Go to http://www.austinfoodbank.org/about-us/employment.html to learn more information about these opportunities.