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OT Connection Therapy Technician Internship – Summer 2021

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About OT Connection

OT Connection is a pediatric therapy center located in Pflugerville, TX that provides Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy for special needs children. For more information, please visit https://www.otconnection.com/.

Student Internship Opportunities: Therapy Technician

We utilize students up to 40 hours/week in an unpaid therapy technician role. Our therapy tech’s assist the therapy team by being hands-on during a session to be a patients peer buddy, work on turn-taking, throw a ball, gather equipment, etc. They help us to clean and sanitize toys, equipment, surfaces before and after all therapy sessions, clerical duties ranging from laminating, filing charts and documentation, making copies, faxing/scanning, etc. They help us plan and organize clinic wide special events, such as our summer splash week, hang holiday craft activities, etc. It is an exciting, fast-paced position where the students get a lot of exposure and experience with children with a wide range of developmental delays and chronic long-term difficulties as well.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter (containing any other pertinent information you would like to share) to Katie Duke Shaffer, Clinical Director, at katie@otconnection.com.

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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.

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Remote Internship Available with I Live Here I Give Here – Spring 21

I Live Here I Give Here

POSITION: Spring 2021 Nonprofit Relations & Development Intern

SUPERVISOR: Senior Manager of Nonprofit & Customer Relations; Senior Director of Development

COMPENSATION: UNPAID – Applicable for Course Credit

SCHEDULE: 10-12 hours per week, flexible

LOCATION: Remote, with weekly meeting via video conferencing

DATES: January 25, 2021 – May 14, 2021

APPLICATION DUE DATE: January 6, 2021

General Description:

Every year, I Live Here I Give Here serves 750 nonprofit organizations, more than 100 corporate/foundation sponsors, and 30,000 donors across seven counties in Central Texas. We are seeking an intern who’d like to grow their skills in advancing I Live Here I Give Here’s nonprofit member relationships, as well as donor relations. The intern will support key operations leading up to and following Amplify Austin Day (March 4-5). Amplify Austin Day is I Live Here I Give Here’s signature program and the biggest day of giving in Central Texas that unites the entire community to support more than 750 local nonprofits. From health care, to social justice, to basic needs, to the environment, to pets, to the arts, and more, since 2013, the day has raised more than $69 million collectively to support our community’s most pressing needs.

In January – March, the intern will report to the Senior Manager of Nonprofit & Customer Relations and gain experience supporting nonprofits leading up to Amplify Austin Day. In March – May, the intern will report to the Senior Director of Development and gain experience producing impact reports and stewarding donors after the campaign.

This is a great learning opportunity for anyone interested in gaining insight and work experience in multiple functions of nonprofit management. You will develop skills in communications, member relations, program development, storytelling and donor stewardship.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Learning opportunities to include but not limited to:

  • Work with a membership base of 750 Central Texas nonprofits across a variety of causes
  • Help draft and segment communications to nonprofit members to ensure all members are aware of the opportunities available to their organizations on Amplify Austin Day
  • Assist with AmplifyATX.org nonprofit profile customer support projects
  • Assist with AmplifyATX.org business fundraiser profile customer support projects
  • Help create, design and send thank you notes and emails to individual donors
  • Opportunity to learn how to produce impact reports for corporate and foundation sponsors, including gathering key metrics and writing stories
  • Assist with planning the ILHIGH Awards to celebrate Amplify Austin Day
  • Learn about the social impact sector and work alongside the team to build relationships with Austin’s nonprofit and donor community.

You are a great candidate if you:

  • Are passionate about I Live Here I Give Here’s mission and our work
  • Have strong organizational skills, and can balance task-based work with long-term strategic projects
  • Are naturally curious and investigative, and go the extra mile to ensure accuracy
  • Excellent writing skills with a knack for storytelling and donor-centric communications
  • Customer-service oriented and a good problem solver
  • Are currently pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree

Bonus points for:

  • Nonprofit experience (either working or volunteering)
  • Have experience with Canva, InDesign or other graphic design software
  • Being customer service oriented
  • Great sense of humor

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to internships@ilivehereigivehere.org.

About I Live Here I Give Here

I Live Here I Give Here’s mission is to make Central Texas the most generous community in the nation. Programs like Amplify Austin Day, See Us Give, Giving Tuesday, and the Board Internship Program are designed to help locals find the issues they care about and take action to be part of the solution. By inspiring new and young givers, volunteers, and activists to make an impact on the community where they live, I Live Here I Give Here is ensuring that philanthropy in Central Texas grows and lives on for decades to come. For more information, visit ILiveHereIGiveHere.org and AmplifyATX.org.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

I Live Here I Give Here provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants according to their experience, talent, and qualifications for the job without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender stereotyping, and marital status), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law in every location in which the company has facilities. I Live Here I Give Here believes that diversity and an inclusive company culture are key drivers of creativity, innovation and performance. Furthermore, a diverse workforce and the maintenance of an atmosphere that welcomes versatile perspectives will enhance our ability to fulfill our vision of creating the most generous community of givers, volunteers, activists, and businesses.