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Archives for August 2013

, Filed Under: Internship

Fall Internships Available with Capital Area Food Bank of Texas – 9/6 Deadline

The Capital Area Food Bank of Texas (CAFB) provides food and grocery products to more than 300 Partner Agencies in 21 Central Texas counties. In Fiscal Year 2011-12, CAFB provided more than 22 million pounds of food. The CAFB service area covers 19,064 square miles in Central Texas. The mission of the Capital Area Food Bank is to nourish hungry people and lead the community in ending hunger.

CAFB is currently seeking interns for a variety of positions (see below). Refer to the internship page for details about responsibilities, qualifications, and the application process. Please note that all positions are currently open for the fall semester.

Nutrition Education Intern
Community Events Intern
Volunteer Resources Intern
Communications Intern
Resource Development Intern

Applications are due by September 6th.

, Filed Under: Research

Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies Research Internship

The Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies, a multidisciplinary institute that integrates several centers and programs devoted to promote interest in the region, is the oldest Latin American Studies program in the United States and one of the best worldwide.
LLILAS has an unpaid internship program designed to provide UT students with the opportunity to gain professional experience by learning about the work of multiple programs within LLILAS or to develop research skills by working with some of our most distinguished Latin Americanist faculty. Our institute is a vibrant and fast-paced environment where students will have the opportunity to interact with foreign students, visiting Latin American professors, government officials, politicians, and private sector representatives.

The internship is open to undergraduate students enrolled in any UT college or school who may be interested in pursuing graduate degrees or working on Latin American issues. Interns must be available to work about 10 hours a week from early September 2012 to the last week of classes of the fall semester (schedules are negotiated with the respective supervisor). If you would like to earn liberal arts elective credit for your LLILAS internship, learn about the LA 320wb and LA 110wb course options at: http://www.utexas.edu/cola/orgs/lacs/Students/Courses/Internship.php.

We are currently trying to fill positions in several LLILAS programs. Please e-mail all application materials to Paloma Diaz, p.diaz@austin.utexas.edu, between August 1 and September 1, 2013 (we encourage early applications and will begin interviewing applicants as soon as possible).

The application package should include: (1) a résumé indicating language and computer skills; (2) a cover letter stating why you are interested in the position or positions (including research topics or disciplines of interest); (3) information about your fall schedule and available hours; and (4) the name and contact information of at least two UT faculty members or previous employers who are willing to provide us with references. (Note: The LLILAS Research Internship also requires a copy of your transcript.)

To learn about these positions visit our webpage: http://www.utexas.edu/cola/insts/llilas/student-programs/LLILAS-Internships.php

, Filed Under: Uncategorized

The Prevention Research Lab is looking for undergraduate research assistants!

The Prevention Research Lab, operated by Dr. Keryn E. Pasch in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education, is searching for undergraduate research assistants for the Fall 2013 Semester. We have two opportunities this semester for undergraduates research assistants (URAs). For the Fast Food MEDIA project, URAs will work on a study, using eye-tracking technology and quantitative surveys, to better understand the influence of fast food television commercials on 350 children aged 2-11. URAs will help administer the study protocol with the children and parents, code and enter data, and assist with other research tasks as needed.  For the Outdoor MEDIA project, URAs will assist with coding of alcohol and tobacco advertisements. Additional research opportunities such as literature searching, transcribing, and data summaries may be available.

 
REQUIREMENTS:

A flexible fall schedule with at least a four hour block of time available on at least two evenings a week is preferred for the Fast Food MEDIA project. We will also collect data on weekends so availability on at least one Saturday and Sunday a month is needed.  For the Outdoor MEDIA project, at least a three hour block of time during the day, three days a week, is preferred.

Willingness and ability to work with youth.

Prior research experience is a plus but not necessary.
 
BENEFITS:

Hands-on experience with the research process, with an emphasis on the relationship between media and health outcomes among youth.

Bridging Disciplines, Nutrition, or other research credit offered if you qualify – please let us know if you are considering BDP credit or other research credit when you contact us.

If you are interested in joining the Prevention Research Lab as an undergraduate research assistant this fall, please contact the Natalie Golaszewski (ngolaszewski@utexas.edu) for additional information or to set up an interview.