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E-Commerce/Social Media Intern needed for The Yoga Recipe

The Yoga Recipe is looking for an E-commerce/Social Media Intern.  The Social Media Intern serves as an integral member of The Yoga Recipe E-Commerce team. The role is primarily responsible for serving as the face of The Yoga Recipe online community.  This is an amazing opportunity for someone to learn the ins-and-outs of an e-commerce business, understand startup culture first-hand, and develop the entrepreneurial skills needed to turn ideas and talents into viable ventures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the face for The Yoga Recipe online community, responding to and engaging fans in conversation.
  • Respond to & resolve all community inquiries that come in on all social platforms.
  • Partner with Operations Officer in the day-to-day scheduling/execution of social media content, creating posts to support E-Commerce and Brand/Public Relations objectives on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.
  • Assist with social media campaigns, tracking and reporting results/analytics, and contributing to weekly status reports and partner calls.
  • Designing and creating original social media content that is in line with brand and supports social media strategy.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • 1+ years customer service experience
  • Currently pursuing a BA/BS and studying the fields of Marketing, Business, Advertising, Market Research, Design, Journalism, E-Commerce, Social Media, or other related field required.
  • Excellent Copywriting skills
  • Knowledge of social media platforms – Photoshop, WordPress, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, & Instagram.
  • Proven ability to establish, foster, and maintain relationships.
  • Knowledge of yoga a HUGE plus
  • Ability to design and create content in Photoshop (we will provide the software)

Requirements:

  • minimum 4 month commitment and up to a 12 month assignment; potential for a full-time position available.
  • Ability to work a scheduled (remotely allowed) 10 hours/week
  • Position to start February 10, 2014

Incentives:

  • Stipend payment available and determined by experience and commitment
  • Complimentary yoga classes available
  • 1 – 60 minute professional goal-coaching session


APPLICATION INFORMATION
Contact Kara Pendl at info@theyogarecipe.com to apply and for more information.

www.theyogarecipe.com
www.facebook.com/TheYogaRecipe
www.twitter.com/TheYogaRecipe

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White House Office of Presidential Correspondence Summer 2014 Associate Program – Apply by 1/31

The White House Office of Presidential Correspondence (OPC) Associate Program is currently accepting applications for the Summer 2014 semester.

Description:
Associates work alongside Office of Presidential Correspondence (OPC) staff and interns to advance the office’s mission. OPC plays a key role in facilitating an open dialogue between President Obama and the American people. The office’s mission is to listen to and understand the stories and concerns of the American people, and to send responses on behalf of the President. OPC receives and replies to: letters and emails; calls coming into the White House Comment Line; gifts sent to the First Family; requests for Presidential proclamations, messages, and greetings; and requests for assistance from the Federal Government. The office also provides President Obama with a daily sample of 10 letters to help him keep in touch with a broad range of ideas and experiences of people across our country.

The Summer 2014 program lasts from May 27 – August 8.

Eligibility:
Applicants should be: U.S. citizens, at least 18 years of age, currently enrolled or within 2 years of a degree seeking program, and committed to public service.

To apply:
Email a resume and statement of interest to:  OPCAssociate@who.eop.gov.

Questions:
Please feel free to direct any questions to OPCAssociate@who.eop.gov.

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Archer Fellowship Program – Deadline February 17

Interested in learning about public policy firsthand by living, interning, and taking in-residence classes in Washington, D.C., for a fall or spring semester? If the answer is yes, the Archer Fellowship Program may be for you!

Archer Fellows study and intern in Washington, D.C., during a fall or spring semester. Past internship placements include the White House, the Supreme Court, the World Bank, National Public Radio, MSNBC, the Sierra Club, and the Department of Education, among many others. Students find their own internships, with support from Archer Center staff, so that they may pursue the internship experience that best aligns with their goals and interests. BDP students selected as Archer Fellows may be able to propose their D.C. internship as a Connecting Experience.

To apply: Applications for the 2014-2015 academic year are due Monday, February 17, by 5 pm CST. Begin the online application now! Weekly application tips will be posted on Facebook:  like UT Austin Archer Fellowship Program to stay informed.

Questions? Please contact Rose Mastrangelo at r.mastrangelo@austin.utexas.edu.