Internships at LLILAS
The Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies, a multidisciplinary institute that integrates several centers and programs devoted to promote interest in the region, is the oldest Latin American Studies program in the United States and one of the best worldwide.
LLILAS has an unpaid internship program designed to provide UT students with the opportunity to gain professional experience by learning about the work of multiple programs within LLILAS or to develop research skills by working with some of our most distinguished Latin Americanist faculty. Our institute is a vibrant and fast-paced environment where students will have the opportunity to interact with foreign students, visiting Latin American professors, government officials, politicians, and private sector representatives.
Become a LLILAS intern this spring semester. Read details here
Positions available:
Scholarly and Public Programs
LLILAS Scholarly and Public Programs constitute a broad range of initiatives, including academic events such as conferences, lectures, and workshops; collaborations with Latin American institutions; visits of foreign delegations; and receptions, performances, and social media activities. These initiatives may focus on one or several Latin American countries and include multiple academic topics. We are seeking interns to provide logistical support for all the stages of the planning and implementation of such initiatives. Duties include assistance in publicity, travel, and catering arrangements; preparation of materials; management of databases and Internet research; translation of short documents (e.g., correspondence, bios, website information); and clerical support as needed. Applicants should be able to work 10 hours a week and demonstrate organizational skills, professional demeanor, and knowledge of the institute’s mission and public programs. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is a plus.
Photography
We are recruiting students who are passionate about photography. The intern would provide photographic coverage of selected LLILAS public events and other LLILAS programs as needed. This internship represents a great opportunity for broadening your experience: selected photos can be posted on our website and our social media sites or used in our publications (work will be credited). Successful candidates should have experience taking high-resolution digital photographs and should have access to a high-quality digital camera. Access to other photographic equipment, such as a variety of lenses, tripod, and flash, is a plus. The candidate should also have basic experience with photo editing. Hours are flexible, but applicants should be willing to work during some evenings.
Research
LLILAS is recruiting UT undergraduate students to work with UT faculty during the Spring 2016 semester. Our Latin Americanist faculty produce cutting-edge research on a broad range of topics and disciplines and help to maintain the academic leadership of the institute. This research internship is an excellent opportunity for students considering graduate school. Duties may include literature research and review; data manipulation, analysis, and interpretation; organization of research materials (data, texts, articles); other related duties assigned by faculty. Students will be selected based on previous research experience or demonstrated interest in Latin American academic issues. Successful candidates will be paired with faculty according to their specific areas of interest. Previous research experience is a plus, as is intermediate to advanced proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.
Grants and Evaluation
LLILAS Benson is recruiting an undergraduate student who is interested in learning about grant writing, management, and evaluation. The Grants and Evaluation office supports LLILAS Benson faculty, students, and staff with local, national, and international grant projects that encompass diverse and exciting initiatives. Current, ongoing projects include awards from the U.S. Department of Education, the Mellon Foundation, the Tinker Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Interns will be trained to conduct research on grant opportunities, to evaluate projects both qualitatively and quantitatively, and to compile annual reports. The successful applicant will work 5–10 hours per week. Candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience with Word and Excel is also required.
Scholarly Programs Director & Faculty Liaison
Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies (LLILAS)
p.diaz@austin.utexas.edu| 512-232-2415 | SRH 1.314B ( See Map)
