Archives for March 2021

March 9, 2021, Filed Under: Uncategorized

Internships with Refugee Services of Texas – Summer 2021

About Refugee Services of Texas

OUR MISSION

Guided by the principles of human compassion and dignity, Refugee Services of Texas welcomes refugees, immigrants, and other displaced peoples and supports them in integrating and thriving in their new communities.

WE WORK ACROSS TEXAS

Founded in 1978, Refugee Services of Texas (RST) is a social-service agency dedicated to providing assistance to refugees and other displaced persons fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group – as well as to the communities that welcome them. RST provides services to hundreds of refugees, asylees, survivors of human trafficking, and related vulnerable populations from over 30 different countries of origin each year. Originating in Dallas, RST now has service centers in Amarillo, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and Rio Grande Valley.

Summer 2021 Internships: Austin Office

CASH AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM INTERNSHIP(S): ACCEPTING SUMMER 2021 APPLICATIONS

RST is seeking Undergraduate and/or Master’s-Level Interns to assist with their Cash and Medical Assistance (CMA) Program. The CMA internship will be project based, both allowing the intern to utilize computer skill, and gain an understanding of the U.S. Refugee Program and the various domestic and international policies influencing refugee resettlement. Click here to read more.

SOCIAL ADJUSTMENT SERVICES PROGRAM INTERNSHIP(S): ACCEPTING SUMMER 2021 APPLICATIONS

RST is seeking Undergraduate and/or Master’s-Level Interns to assist with their Social Adjustment Services Program. Internship duties consist of helping case managers connect clients with social services, such as Health and Human Services benefits and rent assistance. Click here to read more.

SURVIVORS OF TRAFFICKING EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM (STEP) INTERNSHIP(S): ACCEPTING SUMMER 2021 APPLICATIONS

The Survivors of Trafficking Empowerment Program (STEP) Intern will help support case managers with their day-to-day duties. This may include transportation of clients to appointments and community resources, data entry and file preparation, conduct and assist with HT101 trainings and more! Click here to read more.

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM INTERN(S): ACCEPTING SUMMER 2021 APPLICATIONS

Open to both students and members of the community who are wanting to learn about the nonprofit world, volunteer and event management and working cross culturally. Click here to read more.

MATCH GRANT PROGRAM INTERN(S): ACCEPTING SUMMER 2021 APPLICATIONS

The Match Grant (MG) Intern will be working closely with the Match Grant Coordinator and programs team for verification of client eligibility and compliance along with program evaluation and development, creating end of month reports for the MG Program as well as administrative assistance in running a social-services organization. Click here to read more.

March 5, 2021, Filed Under: Internship

Preservation Scholars Internship Program – Summer 2021

APPLY TO THE PRESERVATION SCHOLARS PROGRAM

The Friends of the Texas Historical Commission’s Preservation Scholars Program offers students from underrepresented ethnic and cultural backgrounds, as well as those from non-traditional academic backgrounds, exposure to the wide variety of degrees and specializations applicable to historic preservation. Working with Texas Historical Commission (THC) staff, Preservation Scholars gain experience in the fields of architecture, archaeology, economic development, downtown revitalization, heritage tourism, and more.

This program is for you if you are:

A member of an underrepresented ethnic or cultural community, or
A student with a non-traditional academic background (e.g., undergraduate students who have taken breaks between high school and college careers, first generation college students, or undergraduates students who are attending school part-time while working), and
An undergraduate or graduate student from Texas, or a student studying at a Texas college or university, and
Are a US citizen or permanent resident.

Whether studying history, graphic design, economics, community and regional planning, or accounting, if you’re interested in learning more about how your degree can be applied to historic preservation, the Preservation Scholars Program could be for you!

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Historic preservation is an endeavor that seeks to preserve, conserve, and protect buildings, objects, landscapes, traditions, or other artifacts both tangible and intangible of historical significance. Our goal is to increase the diversity of professionals working in field of historic preservation, which will allow us to better understand and tell the full, authentic stories of the variety of cultures that enrich Texas’ heritage. A program of the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission (FTHC), students are placed for a 10-week internship with the Texas Historical Commission (THC). Over the course of the internship, students work under the supervision of THC staff at the agency’s headquarters in Austin and/or in the field at historic sites to complete a project of their choosing. Select internship projects allow the option for remote participation in the program. Over the course of the internship, students meet with staff in each of the THC’s divisions and attend weekly “Brown Bag Presentations” with outside preservation organizations to learn about the preservation work happening across the state. Brief progress reports are required throughout the internship and upon conclusion. The FTHC also requires a final presentation to its Board of Trustees during the summer board meeting. The internship offers a $5,000 stipend provided by the FTHC.

Eligibility:

Member of underrepresented ethnic or cultural community or an undergraduate student with a non-traditional academic background
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
College students who have completed 50 or more credit hours upon start of internship
Attending a college or university in Texas, or a Texas resident attending school out of state
Recent graduates or college seniors applied to or accepted into a graduate program are eligible (proof of application or acceptance to a graduate program will be required)
Grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 system, (or comparable GPA)
Prior recipients are ineligible

THE DEADLINE FOR SUMMER 2021 INTERNSHIPS IS MARCH 19, 2021.

APPLY HERE NOW!

March 1, 2021, Filed Under: Internship

Livestrong Foundation Internships – Summer 2021

Company Overview

Our Mission

Which everyday cancer problem will we fix today?

We have a Mission Question, not a Mission Statement, because we believe that we can only achieve the best solutions through asking the right questions. We ask survivors and caregivers what they need, we ask the system how it can be more person-centered, we ask innovators how we can bring impossible ideas to life.

Work with Us

At Livestrong, we fight for the more than 32.5 million people around the world living with cancer today. There can be—and should be—life after cancer for more people. That’s why we kick in at the moment of diagnosis, giving people the resources and support they need to fight cancer head-on. Anyone, anywhere can join our fight against cancer.

Internships

Livestrong offers unpaid internships to current students and recent graduates interested in learning the inner workings of a nonprofit organization. Four different internship opportunities are available, read more to learn more about each position that is being offered.

Organizational Support interns work to enhance internal and external communication in order to ensure that applicants and individuals who write in, call, or walk through our doors have a positive and engaging experience with the Foundation. OS interns primarily focus on internship program management including full-cycle recruitment (position posting, resume review, interviewing and on-boarding) while organizing social and professional development opportunities within a highly collaborative and dynamic team environment.

Finance interns assist in a wide variety of activities with many learning opportunities. This team member may assist with everything from transaction entry and audit preparation to budgeting and process improvement. The Finance intern should expect to learn technical skills related to accounting and reporting, as well as soft skills like judgment, critical thinking and communication. This internship is ideal for someone in pursuit of Business, Accounting, Economics or a similar focus. Enthusiasm and professional curiosity are required!

Fundraising and Events interns help Livestrong events staff as they organize events to engage constituents at all levels. This includes important data gathering, interacting with vendors, sponsors, participants, volunteers and other organizations to grow Livestrong events awareness, recruit participants and set up in-market activities. Additionally, interns assist event participants in developing successful fundraising plans to support their goals. Tasks include constituent communication, sharing fundraising tactics, fulfilling requests, and research and gather data on the event landscape and Livestrong event participants to help gage current events and new potential initiatives.

Development interns assist with projects that support the entire development team as we work to update and maintain accurate constituent records. Interns assist with donor stewardship, creating and running reports for prospect/donor events, data analysis, and conducting basic research on individual, corporate or foundation prospects.

Digital Marketing Production interns assist with all ongoing digital marketing efforts. This includes, but is not limited to, strategically generating content for Livestrong’s social media and blog, creating data analytics reports, working on email marketing campaigns and managing one or more Google platforms. The ideal candidate will have a passion to learn, communicate well within a team and be process-oriented and deadline-driven.

Mission interns support the development, implementation, and execution of Livestrong’s strategic mission and objectives. This role may include support in the organization’s delivery of patient-centered services, building and engaging communities of survivors, and leading systems change through a variety of initiatives. Interns will support Livestrong’s mission by interacting with local and national partners to impact the cancer landscape and address gaps in cancer care. Interns should have an interest in the healthcare field, and be comfortable conducting research and evaluation. Ideal candidates should have great communication and writing skills, be highly organized and have the ability to work on multiple projects at once. This is a great position for someone interested in nonprofit management, program building, community outreach, and stakeholder engagement.

Grant Interns assist the Director of Grants Management in a variety of tasks that ensures the Livestrong Solution Grants program recognizes and funds organizations who are developing cutting edge, inventive, and sustainable solutions to overlooked cancer problems. Tasks may include updating the grant application and review process, evaluating best practices, communicating with grantseekers, and writing summary reports. Ideal candidates should have a general interest in grantseeking and grantmaking practices, or an interest to learn more about philanthropic giving. Grants interns will strengthen their communication, data collection, and research skills. They should be highly organized, and able to handle multiple projects at once. Grants Interns assist in preparing for and completing the grantmaking cycle, in addition to assisting in the facilitation of the Livestrong Solution Series: monthly online webinars designed to foster collaboration and conversation among cancer organizations.

Requirements

Interns will be paired with a team member for one-on-one mentorship to gain hands-on experience in their area of interest.

Be available to work 12–20 hours per week during regular business hours at Livestrong HQ in Austin, Texas.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high level of computer competency.
Be self-motivated, organized, willing to help with any project no matter how large or small and be able to balance multiple priorities at once.
Have a strong desire to make a difference, a passion for the Livestrong mission, a positive attitude and an affinity for the color yellow.
Be able to provide their own housing and transportation; mastery of parallel parking is a plus.

Application Instructions

If you meet all of the above requirements and would like to be considered for an internship, please fill out the online application. Please be aware that not all positions will be available every semester, and we will begin interviewing select candidates before the application deadlines listed below.

For Summer 2021 semester:

Application Deadline: April 13, 2021

Internship Dates: May 14 – Aug 13, 2021