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, Filed Under: Internship

 

Email this completed application and your resume to Intern@MiracleFoundation.org by Wednesday, May 1st. You will hear back from us by Tuesday, May 7th.

Please include your full name and the application cycle in the email subject line (ex: Jane Smith Summer 2019 Internship Application).

Miracle Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Austin, Texas that brings life-changing care to orphaned and vulnerable children around the world. Our “Child First” approach is multi-faceted, collaborative and community-based. For abandoned children without family — our measurable, systematic method ensures that children are loved, educated, healthy and safe until they transition to a permanent family. We actively collaborate with governments, other non-profits, and local family-strengthening organizations to transform systems and give children a voice.

Our interns gain an inside opportunity to learn how to run a nonprofit that makes an impact for the world’s orphaned children.

Responsibilities vary, but are generally in one of the following areas: Development, and Programs. We do our best to find work that suits your interests and develops your expertise.

  • Our Development Intern will work with our Development Coordinator to raise funds and awareness to support and expand Miracle Foundation This occurs through marketing efforts, donor stewardship, fundraising assistance.
  • Our Programs Intern will work with our Director of Global Programs and Program Manager to input and analyze data, support development and improvement of programs, and more.

Requirements: We offer both formal (for class credit) and informal internships. Interns are expected to donate at least 10 hours/week of their time and exemplify the following qualities:

  • Global perspective, belief in our mission, and a passion for making a difference
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • High level of computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Salesforce preferred, but not required.
  • Organized and detail-oriented, with effective time-management skills
  • Strong work ethic, the ability to follow through, and a willingness to do what needs to be done, no matter how large or small
  • Dependable, self-motivated, and conscientious
  • Outgoing and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude
  • Professional, prompt, and dresses appropriately
  • Must be 18 or older.

If you have any questions, email or call our Systems Manager Kat Jones at Kat@MiracleFoundation.org or (512)-329-8635.

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, Filed Under: Uncategorized

Austin Family Institute Internship

Austin Family Institute is now accepting applicants for our Undergraduate Internship program.

To apply for a placement in our Undergraduate Internship program, please email your cover letter and resume to apply@austinfamilyinstitute.org. In addition, AFI requires three recommendation letters, one from a professor, one from a professor OR professional with whom you have worked or interned, and a non-family member character reference. Recommenders can send letters via email to apply@austinfamilyinstitute.org or fax at 512-329-6146. We will review those materials and inform you promptly whether we would like to invite you for an interview.

What to expect from an internship at AFI

We are a non-profit counseling/therapy and training institute providing the opportunity for junior and senior students to receive direct exposure to a clinical and private practice therapy setting. Along with extensive clerical experience in a private practice setting, undergraduates are able to participate in weekly group supervision, observe individual supervision with our therapist interns, and view videos of sessions. It is a unique and rare opportunity for those interested in about entering the mental health field.

Require Qualifications

  • Must be a junior or senior majoring in psychology, human development, social work, health sciences, or related fields
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Candidates must be available to commit 14-16 hours weekly for the duration of the semester. Mondays 2-4pm are required hours.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Detail oriented and comfortable working in an office environment
  • Interest in mental health, health sciences, and/or non-profit work
  • Ability to prioritize and demonstrate good time management
  • Strong organization skills

Deadlines:

  • Spring – November 1
  • Summer – April 1
  • Fall – May 1

Please email apply@austinfamilyinstitute.org for questions and inquiries.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.austinfamilyinstitute.org

, Filed Under: Research

Undergraduate Research Assistant Position – Pediatric Coping and Language Lab

The Pediatric Coping and Language (PCL) Lab in UT’s School of Educational Psychology is currently conducting a longitudinal research study with low-income Latinx families in Austin. We are hoping to better understand the relationships among bilingualism, parenting, youth coping, youth depression and other factors in this population. The team is looking for a bilingual (Spanish/English) undergraduate student to help us with the project.

Primary roles/responsibilities

  • Administering assessments in families’ homes in Spanish & English
  • Scheduling assessments with families over the phone in Spanish & English
  • Scoring, entering and analyzing data
  • Attending weekly meetings & community events

Time commitment: 8-10 hours/week

1-year minimum commitment

Available starting Summer or Fall 2019

Required qualifications

  • High proficiency in spoken and written Spanish.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • Must enroll for course credit in either EDP 379L OR be involved in a university undergraduate research program (e.g., Bridging Disciplines, Intellectual Entrepreneurship Pre-Graduate School Internship).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Major in psychology, social work, human development, or related field
  • Previous experience working with Latinx community and/or with youth and families
  • Interest in psychology research
  • Familiarity with SPSS software

If interested, please submit a brief cover letter with relevant experiences and how this project relates to your interest/future goals. Also feel free to contact if you have any questions. Contact Gabriela Echavarría Moats gmoats@utexas.edu. Lab website: http://sites.edb.utexas.edu/pcllab/

 

 

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