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Archives for January 2016

, Filed Under: Research

Research Opportunity: Misreading Afghanistan

Dr. Paul D. Miller, Center for Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies

Dr. Miller is writing a book about the international reconstruction and stabilization project in Afghanistan from 2001 – 2016, and welcomes research assistance from interested students.

Misreading Afghanistan: Evaluating the International Project, 2001 – 2016

Contact Details

Paul D. Miller
paul.miller@austin.utexas.edu
512-471-8449

Description

I am writing a book about the international reconstruction and stabilization project in Afghanistan from 2001 – 2016.

Qualifications

I welcome research assistance from interested students.

Project Timeline

I aim to complete the manuscript by August 2017.

, Filed Under: Internship

University of Texas System paid summer internship program: Deadline Extended

Deadline Extended to February 19th.

The University of Texas System has a paid summer internship program for 2016!  This program will give 20-22 students an opportunity to explore an exciting career in philanthropy that will make a difference in their life and in the lives of others.  This internship is designed to provide an overview of fundraising and related strategies, special events, donor and alumni relations (where applicable), use of data and reports in planning, communications, and team management.  In addition, they may wish to focus on an area that fits their interest. 

Summer dates for internships:  May 23-July 29, 2016 (10 weeks, 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday)

Eligibility:  Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at one of the fourteen University of Texas institutions.

Key 2016 Dates: 

Applications accepted from today, January 5, 2016-Friday, February 19, 2016

Interviews with selected candidates completed by March 26, 2016

All applications notified of final decisions by Monday, April 4, 2016

How to apply:  https://www.utsystem.edu/cep (click on “Internships”)

, Filed Under: Internship

Internships with Interfaith Action of Central Texas

Unpaid Internship/iACT for Refugees

Two spring interns are needed to assist in the Refugee program at Interfaith Action of Central Texas’s (iACT) refugee program. iACT is an Austin nonprofit organization with the mission of promoting peace and respect through interfaith dialogue, service and celebration. iACT for Refugees teaching English as a Second Language to newly resettled refugee adults and youths.

Both interns will have the same responsibilities but will be dealing with separate client lists. Most of the work can be done afternoons, evenings and some weekends. The job includes:

A. Self-managing the implementation of refugee mentoring program which involves (about 5-7 hours a week):

  1. Connecting prospective mentors to re-selected refugee youths.
  2. Coordinating and conducting a one-time meeting with each family and with mentors and language interpreters to go over the responsibilities and expectations of the program
  3. Maintain contact with mentors and youths
  4. Problem solving issues and communicating and consulting with the program director.
  5. Requesting, organizing and maintaining monthly reports from mentors
  6. Reporting on progress of mentorship and maintaining contact with youth coordinator

B. Assisting English as a Second Language teacher in the adult classroom (3 hrs/wk)

  1. One evening a week (either Monday or Wednesday, 5-8 pm) assisting the teacher with class set up and preparation
  2. Leading groups or helping refugee individuals in the class learn English according to teacher direction

A candidates must be exceptionally organized, be able to work independently, have good people skills and be flexible and creative under changing conditions. Cultural competency and understanding are necessary.

This is an opportunity to work with newly arrived refugees from numerous countries around the world and to make a difference in the lives of teenagers with language and cultural barriers helping them to finish high school as a first step to successful lives.

For information, contact lzeidan@interfaithtexas.org

Client Services Intern, Spring 2016

Interfaith Action of Central Texas is in need of a client services intern for the Hands on Housing program. HoH is a home repair program for low income home owners unable to afford repairs on their homes. This position is perfect for a student hoping to learn more about a career in social services and/or non-profits and will include office work as well as client visits and event logistics and participation.

The ideal applicant will be hardworking, independent, and possess strong communication, organization and time-management skills. Previous experience in client services and bilingual Spanish-English are both preferred, but not required. Having personal transportation is needed. Work hours will include some weekends when repair events are held.

Spring Schedule: Mid January-Early May, 10-15 hours/week. Please send resume and any questions to Program Coordinator, Deborah Schagen at dschagen@interfaithtexas.org