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Mind&Melody - Grant Writer Intern

Date posted: Mar 31, 2022

Job Title: Scholarship Opportunity for Grant Writing Internship

Time Commitment: min of 10-15 hrs/wk                                         

Starting Date: May 2022

Are you interested in the connections between music and wellness? Do you want to learn about grant writing, research, and non-profit outreach?  Are you interested in a scholarship that could help fund up to $2500 per semester of your tuition, fees, and other expenses?  If so, consider applying for an internship with Mind&Melody

Organization Overview: Mind&Melody, a Florida-based 501(c)(3) founded in 2014, uses music to help seniors regain pieces of themselves while instilling purpose and empathy in younger generations. We implement novel music programs at healthcare facilities, nursing homes, day centers, and assisted living facilities to improve the quality of life for individuals with and without neurological impairments like dementia. 

  • Primary Responsibilities (including, but not limited to)
    • Identify, define, and develop funding sources 
    • Research and database creation of public and private grant opportunities
  • Engage with program officers at organizations to solicit invitations to submit proposals
  • Develop, write, edit, and submit grant applications 
    • Generate proposals and supporting documents in response to solicitations

Skills Needed:

  • Ability to communicate ideas effectively through writing 
  • Excellent writing and research skills 
  • Feels comfortable talking on the phone 
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail 
  • Creativity and flexibility
  • Proficiency in Google Drive, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Desire to help others

Please send your resume and a writing sample to: 

Cristina Rodriguez, President & Co-founder of Mind&Melody, Inc. 

cristina@mindandmelody.org 

For information on the related Community Engagement Scholarship contact Dr. Timothy Steigenga at tsteigen@fau.edu.  

 

 

Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast - K-12 Program Support Intern

Date posted: Feb 09, 2021

Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast strives to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy through work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy instruction. 

Junior Achievement K-12 Program Support Intern allows for the opportunity to work with a non-profit to impact local students and schools. 

What type of student? The ideal candidate is interested in helping give students a brighter future. Marketing, Education, and Business majors may be best suited. The candidate should be comfortable with a virtual work environment.

Skills Preferred:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube 
  • Comfortable using different video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, Teams)

Position Responsibilities:

  • Editing and creating content for monthly newsletter 
  • Event and program assistance 
  • Social media (experience with Canva is a bonus) 
  • Working with local schools and K-12 students
  • Junior Achievement program delivery via G-Suite  

Time Commitment: Approximately 20 hours 
Expected start and end date: Flexible 
Unpaid or paid position? Unpaid internship

Please email your resume to Katie Spitzig, Director of Education & Training, at Kspitzig@juniorachievement.com, who will be in touch to schedule an interview. 
 

 

Norton Museum 2020 Summer Internship Program (Paid)

Date posted: Feb 04, 2020

Norton Museum 2020 Summer Internship Program (Paid)
The Norton Museum of Art Summer Internship Program provides four undergraduate students the opportunity to gain practical art museum experience, engage in intellectual discourse, and develop professional skills. Throughout the seven-week program summer interns will:

  • Work in departments throughout the Museum based on departmental needs and intern interests.
  • Lead summer camp tours through Museum special exhibitions and the Museum Collection.
  • Participate in meetings with art world professionals and visit regional arts institutions.
  • Engage in weekly readings, writing assignments, and discussions of current art historical and museum studies issues.

Terms and Eligibility

The program is open to undergraduates at any accredited U.S. college or university, and to those who have earned a B.A. degree within the past year, but are not currently enrolled in graduate school. All applicants must have successfully completed at least two college-level courses in art history. Interns will be paid and receive housing in West Palm Beach, FL.

Internship Dates: June 15, 2020 – July 31, 2020

Application Deadline: March 20, 2020

Applications must include all materials listed below. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application materials will not be returned.

  • Norton Museum of Art Intern Application – Download Here
  • A typewritten personal statement of no more than 500 words
  • Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional references
  • Letters must be sealed and signed across the flap by the recommender. Letters can be sent with your application or separately for receipt by March 20, 2019.
  • Resume
  • Official college transcript

All internship applications should be mailed to:

Norton Museum of Art

Kate Faulkner, Associate Curator of Education for Public Programs

1450 S Dixie Avenue

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

For more information, contact the Kate Faulkner, Associate Curator of Education for Public Programs at faulknerk@norton.org

 

Wendy Martinez Legacy Project

Date posted: Oct 28, 2019

Background Information
The Wendy Martinez Legacy Project is a vibrant, growing foundation that partners with Non-profit organizations locally and internationally. We provide strategic grants and support projects that encourage women’s empowerment through running, technology, entrepreneurship and leadership.

We're seeking a passionate, Social Media loving candidate to join the growing team of the Wendy Martinez Legacy Project to help with its social media networks. The ideal applicant will possess strong knowledge of the digital media landscape, including various social media sites. If you like to monitor and post on blogs and social networks, engage in online outreach, and promote great stories, events, etc. this could be the job for you! Those looking to gain valuable online media experience with a great nonprofit organization are encouraged to apply.

Duties
The Social Media Assistant provides support for the creation and postings of The Wendy Martinez Legacy Project work to its Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, You Tube etc. to engage and update its followers on what the foundation is doing to accomplish its mission. This position is a part time (10 hours a week) role including posting during the weekends. Hours might increase during special events. This position reports to the Foundation’s Core Team.

Requirements

  • Associate in Social Media or equivalent
  • 2+ years’ experience in social media/marketing
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • In-depth working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, You Tube, Pinterest and Google+
  • Experience with social media analytics, including Google Analytics and Facebook Insights
  • Basic Knowledge of Photoshop
  • Able to partner well with others and follow directions
  • Excellent to focus and follow through with tasks

Contact Information
www.wendyslegacy.org or Cora Martinez cora@wendyslegacy.org

 

LifeMetrics

Date posted: Sep 19, 2019

Internship Opportunity:

LifeMetrics is building an app to track habits/mood and provide health insights. We’re looking for tech-savvy, enthusiastic interns to join our team immediately and help make the world a healthier place :)

No specific knowledge is required, but programming experience is a massive plus! 

We are actively developing our iOS app and website, but have needs ranging from Art/UX design to market research to TensorFlow development.

 

Our internships are remote, very flexible, and open-ended. 

Compensation ranges from $8-$15/hour depending on skill-set with a minimum commitment of 40 hours of total work*

*Note: this is expected to take several weeks to complete, we are very flexible around specific work hours. 

Any interested person please send your resume to  internship@lifemetrics.io

Company Background:

LifeMetrics began as a final project for the social entrepreneurship course at the honors college, subsequently winning the Kenan Social Engagement Scholarship and 1st place at the FAU Business Plan Competition. We just recently finished the FAU chapter of the NSF I-Corps program as well. Now we’re working full-time on developing this venture into a sustainable business. We got our start at the FAU Honors College and are working with the FAU Tech Runway to help provide opportunities back to the Jupiter community.

If you’re looking to join an exciting startup early in its development, please send your resume to  internship@lifemetrics.io

 

South Florida Water Management District

Date posted: Apr 17, 2019

This Summer Internship opportunity is available to students who are enrolled in, or entering their third or fourth year of a four-year college program, and to graduate students.  The Summer Internship program will begin on June 4, 2019 and end August 10, 2019.  Transcripts (can be unofficial) are to be submitted with application.

The selected intern is expected to assist in the planning, collection, interpretation, reporting and archiving of flow measurements made using hydroacoustic instrumentation. Incumbent will be working in the Streamgauging Unit and is expected to assist in field flow measurements at hydraulics structures and related data analysis and interpretation.  Training will be provided in the use of acoustic Doppler profilers and other acoustic flowmeters, as well in the use of software applied for data analysis.

The successful candidate will report to the District headquarters located in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Internship rate of pay is $12.00/hour and students will work a maximum of 32 hours/ week.

Employment Guidelines:  Typically enrolled in third year of a four-year college program in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Ocean Engineering, Physical Sciences or related degree program, fourth year undergraduate, or graduate student.  Coursework and training in mathematics, statistics, and physics. Some basic knowledge of fluid mechanics and experience in laboratory measurements/experiments are a plus.  Background in statistical analysis, object oriented programming with some experience in the development of GUI’s and interaction with databases may also prove useful.  Must have a 3.0 average or higher and maintain an average grade of B or above in all major fields of study.

Application should be done at the https://www.sfwmd.gov/careers. The position code is 2426BR, Intern-Engineering Specialist.

 

Palm Beach County Office of Resilience

Date posted: Feb 19, 2019

As sea level rise and other extreme weather events will impact human and natural environments, it becomes increasingly important for Palm Beach County to adapt to and mitigate these impacts to reduce resident, business, and natural resource vulnerability. Palm Beach County’s Office of Resilience works to ensure that Palm Beach County remains a great place to live, work, and play while addressing physical, social, and economic challenges resulting from sea level rise and other extreme weather events.

Job Description The Office of Resilience seeks a student intern beginning as early as May 2019 through August 2019 for at least 20 hours and up to 40 hours per week.

The intern will assist staff with County climate change mitigation, adaptation, and natural resource conservation efforts. Specific projects and activities might include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Researching and analyzing resilience and sustainability technical reports, legislation, and government best practices

• Preparing research memoranda on adaptation and mitigation strategies

• Creating content for social media, newsletters, press releases, reports, and presentations

• Identifying and organizing speaking opportunities and events

• Performing general office and administrative work Intern projects and activities will be based on Office of Resilience needs and the student’s expertise and interest. Potential subjects might include, but are not limited to, the following topics:

• Affordable housing

• Coastal engineering

• Composting / waste reduction

• Economic resilience

• Electric vehicles

• Greenhouse gas emissions benchmarking

• Natural / blue-green infrastructure

• Renewable energy

• Resilient building codes

• Social equity and environmental justice

• Urban planning

• Water and energy efficiency

• Water resource protection and management

 

 

Knowledge, Ability, and Skills Required

• Passion for resilience, climate change mitigation and adaptation, environmental management, and/or sustainable development

• Course work, leadership experience, and/or career goals in environmental science, environmental law, urban planning, engineering, architecture, sustainability, or a related field

• Strong research and analysis skills

• Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions

• Exceptional organization and time-management skills

• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing

• Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision while also being an effective team collaborator

• Experience with Microsoft Office

 

Preferred

• Upper-level (i.e. junior or senior) or advanced degree student

• Experience with mapping and visualization tools such as ArcGIS or Adobe Photoshop

• Ability to occasionally attend evening and weekend events, as school schedule allows

 

Candidate Requirements

• MUST BE AN ENROLLED COLLEGE STUDENT

• Work at least 20 hours per week, for at least 12 weeks

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds and work outside on occasion

• Must have a valid driver’s license; own transportation is not required, though the student is responsible for getting to and from the office location and occasional off-site events

 

Benefits

This position pays $10 / hour with no benefits. Alternatively, the Office of Resilience welcomes the opportunity to work with students and their academic institutions to obtain course credit.

 

To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and two professional references to Megan Houston at MSHouston@pbcgov.org . Please use the following format for the subject line: “Last Name_Intern Position.” Your cover letter should include 1) what types of subjects you are interested in helping the Office of Resilience research; 2) your proposed start and end date; and 3) your preferred hours per week.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of applications, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

 

Furry Friends Adoption, Clinic & Ranch

Date posted: Feb 11, 2019

Position Furry Friends Unpaid Internship

Own Transportation Required?
Yes

Hours Flexible, minimum of 12 hours per week. Some evenings and weekends required.

Interview Required?
Yes

Student Type
Flexible on year and area of education

Start/End Dates Flexible Furry Friends

Contact Sara Wilson, Operations Director
swilson@furryfriendsadoption.org 561.747.5311 ext. 1

Furry Friends Adoption, Clinic & Ranch (The Humane Society of Greater Jupiter/Tequesta*), is a 501(c)(3) not for profit, no-kill rescue organization headquartered in Maplewood Plaza in Jupiter Florida. We are the only shelter open to the public in northern Palm Beach County and have been rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing homeless animals in our community for more than 30 years.

At 401 Maplewood Drive, you will find our main adoption center, administration offices, & full-service veterinary clinic. Our thrift boutique (a shopper’s delight) is located at 615 W. Indiantown Road, across from Wendy’s restaurant. Our organization expands beyond Jupiter’s borders with a 27-acre ranch located in Palm City, site of the new beginning for each homeless animal that comes to our door.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

1. Assist with off-site events (adoption, fundraisers, etc.), as needed 2. Oversee, in a lead capacity, Publix Food & Supplies Drives (to include managing dates, overseeing volunteers on-site, orchestrating the delivery of collected goods to the shelter, interacting with Publix personnel and customers, etc.) 3. Complete administrative tasks & projects, as assigned 4. Depending on student’s career interests, additional/alternative duties could be assigned

Specific Job Skills & Personal Characteristics:

1. Good interpersonal, communication, customer service, and time management skills essential 2. Good computer skills necessary to include Microsoft Office software and Google Suite 3. Strong working initiative and ability to work with limited direction 4. Maturity, good judgment and a professional personal appearance 5. Ability to read, write and understand English 6. Ability to treat people and animals with respect, contribute to effective teamwork, and foster public relations

beneficial to the shelter and its programs 7. Affection for animals and concern for their welfare 8. Comfortable around and ability to work with animals

Physical Requirements:

1. Physical ability to walk and/or stand on your feet at events 2. Working conditions include working alone, working outside in varying weather conditions, frequent

interruptions, and some evening meetings/events 3. Availability and a willingness to work a flexible schedule are a must

401 Maplewood Drive Ste. 8 Jupiter, FL 33458 561.747.5311 Phone www.furryfriendsadoption.org

 

 

Funsepa

Date posted: Nov 02, 2018

JOB TITLE: Development Intern
REPORTS TO: Executive Director

OVERVIEW:

This is an ideal internship for applicants who want to gain experience in the international non-profit world and gain knowledge about fundraising at a highly-engaged, internationally recognized organization. Interns will learn valuable, transferrable skills in research, grant writing, database management and donor relations.


ABOUT FUNSEPA:

With headquarters in Guatemala, Funsepa’s mission is to improve the nation’s quality of education through the innovative use of technology. Since our founding in 2004, Funsepa has provided half a million children with access to technology, impacting more than 1,500 public schools.


COMPENSATION, LOCATION, AND TIME:

This is an unpaid part-time internship. Intern must provide their own laptop/computer as they will be telecommuting. Applicants are considered on a rolling basis for Spring, Summer, or Fall terms. Please indicate your availability in your cover letter. Flexible schedule.


JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Assist with the donor acknowledgement process;

  • Assist with data entry and donor database cleanup and management;

  • Research grant prospects, sponsors, and prospects;

  • Help prepare fundraising materials and grant writing drafts;

  • Other tasks as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ideal applicants will have:

• Undergraduate or graduate standing with a minimum of 3.0 GPA;

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills;

• An ability to take initiative, work independently and stay well organized;

• Commitment to Funsepa’s mission;


TO APPLY:
Please email a brief cover letter and your resume to Jocelyn Skolnik: jskolnik@funsepa.org

 

 

Arboretum Intern

Date posted: Oct 25, 2018

The Florida Center for Environmental Studies (CES) is offering a part-time Student Intern position that will support CES’ efforts in managing the Robert J. Huckshorn Arboretum (Arboretum) at FAU’s MacArthur campus in Jupiter.  


Description: The Student Intern’s responsibilities will be to provide various types of support to CES’ Education Coordinator in the office and in the Arboretum. Tasks include:  


  1. Coordinate student volunteer work days in the Arboretum

  2. Communicate with students about volunteer dates

  3. Follow up with students to ensure their attendance

  4. Lead and supervise student volunteer days

  5. Document volunteer participation with sign-in sheets and photos

  6. Complete Tree Campus USA application

  7. Coordinate annual Arbor Day Celebration in May  

  8. Weeding, planting, trimming and mulching the gardens

  9. Update Arboretum signage

  10. Maintain tools and supplies


Qualifications: The ideal candidate is hard working, capable of working independently or as a member of a team. Experience with Microsoft Office Programs is required.

Candidates must like plants, trees and working outside in potentially hot weather and buggy conditions.


Compensation: This part-time position with a salary of $10 per hour. Work hours are flexible between the hours 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and are from 5 - 10 hours per week. There are no benefits associated with this position.


Application: Qualified students must submit a current resume and cover letter detailing your environmental experience and courses, and list 3 references. Send application to CES’ Assistant Director, Loisa Kerwin at lkerwin@fau.edu

 

G4S Human Resources Shared Services Intern

Date posted: Oct 01, 2018

I. GENERAL PURPOSE AND FUNCTION:
As a key member of the Human Resources Team, the Human Resources Shared Services Intern will work closely with the leadership team of our HR Shared Services on daily, weekly and monthly reporting for national recruitment activity, time-to-hire calculations, forecasting, recruitment advertising effectiveness, onboarding and background investigation analytics while assisting in development and communication of this data for various projects.

II. BASIC REQUIREMENTS A CANDIDATE MUST HAVE IN ORDER TO BE HIRED:
Formal Education, Licenses and Certifications Required:

  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Must possess one or more of the following:
    • Must be a current undergraduate student having completed at least two semesters (24 credits minimum) of college education o Must have a declared major, minor, or concentration in one of more of the following: Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, IT, Business, Business Analytics or another closely related major

Type and Length of Specific Experience Required:

  • Must possess work or educational experience developing and analyzing data
  • Must posses work or educational experience in developing or have the ability to develop analytic dashboards
  • Must possess work or education experience demonstrating the ability to analyze and manipulate data in Excel

Other:

  • Must be at least at least 19 years of age on or before the first day of the internship
  • Expertise in numbers and good math skills
  • Microsoft Office and/or Google Sheets Skills

More information and requirements listed here.

 

Lauren Baer for Congress

Date posted: Sep 11, 2018

LAUREN BAER FOR CONGRESS – ORGANIZING FELLOW


Role Overview

Organizing Fellows will provide support to the field organizing team to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly benchmarks. Fellows will work closely with Field Organizers to assist on field organizing operations.

 

Tasks and Responsibilities

 Include but not limited to:

  • Recruiting, training, and managing volunteers to expand the volunteer network
  • Conducting voter outreach through phone calls, door knocks, social media, text messages, and attendance at high-traffic events
  • Assisting in identifying volunteer leaders
  • Helping in growing the campaign’s vote-by-mail and voter registration programs
  • Additional duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

  • Enthusiastic and strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong attention to details
  • Enthusiasm and an interest in campaigns and politics
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • VoteBuilder experience a plus

 

To Apply

 Lauren Baer for Congress is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

 

Please send your resume to lo@laurenbaerforcongress.com.

 

LAUREN BAER FOR CONGRESS – INTERN

 

Role Overview

 Interns will provide support to the HQ team to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly benchmarks. Interns will work closely with the Deputy Campaign Manager to assist on communications and office operations.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Include but not limited to:

  • Generating content for the campaign’s social media platforms
  • Compiling daily news clips and distributing them to campaign staff
  • Assisting in office administrative tasks
  • Maintaining events calendar with relevant events in the district
  • Attending campaign events
  • Additional duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

  • Enthusiastic and strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Strong attention to details
  • Enthusiasm and an interest in campaigns and politics
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite

 

To Apply

Lauren Baer for Congress is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Please send your resume to lo@laurenbaerforcongress.com.

 

LAUREN BAER FOR CONGRESS – FINANCE INTERN

Role Overview

 Finance Interns will provide support to the finance team to achieve weekly, monthly, and quarterly benchmarks. Interns will work closely with the Deputy Finance Director to assist on finance operations.

 

Tasks and Responsibilities

 Include but not limited to:

  • Providing administrative support to the finance team
  • Researching potential donors
  • Assisting in fundraising materials preparation
  • Attending briefings, meetings, and other events
  • Additional duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate will have advanced organizational skills and be familiar with political fundraising
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Strong research skills and attention to details
  • Enthusiasm and an interest in campaigns and politics
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • NGP experience a plus

 

To Apply

 Lauren Baer for Congress is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

 

Please send your resume to rosenbaum@laurenbaerforcongress.com.

 

Garden's Presbyterian Church

Date posted: Aug 28, 2018

Ministry Area: Whole Church/College Ministry

 

Status: Part time (10 hours); two semesters; renewable annually at the mutual interest of intern and church.

 

Compensation: First semester unpaid, second semester option for $1,000.00 stipend based upon performance and match.

 

Reports To: Pastor/Head of Staff

 

Supervisees: None

 

Start Date: September 2018/January 2019 (service not required over winter break).

 

Position Description:

  • Serve as a church Intern getting experience with all facets of congregational leadership
  • Through conversation and consultation with the Pastor/Head of Staff develop a more detailed job description based on specific areas of interest and ability
  • Areas of need and possible areas of service include:
  • Children and Youth Ministries:
    • Partner with mentor teacher to co-teach and facilitate elementary or Youth Sunday School
  • Older Adult Ministries:
    • Partner with Pastor and/or Deacons to provide care, visitation, and presence to older adult members of Gardens Presbyterian Church and/or neighboring Assisted Living Facilities
  • Stephen Ministry: (www.stephenministries.org)
    • Partner with Pastor and/or Stephen Ministry Leaders to receive Stephen Ministry training
    • Partner with mentor Stephen Ministry to provide care giving for Gardens Members, residents at area Assisted Living Facility or even WHC students in need of care
  • Music Ministries:
    • Partner with Pastor and/or Music Director to plan and participate vocally or musically in worship services
  • Campus Interfaith Youth Corps (IFYC) Interfaith Initiatives: (www.ifyc.org)
    • Facilitate IFYC interfaith initiatives on the WHC campus

 

Qualifications:

  • Wilkes Honors College students only.
  • Must be able to provide own transportation.
  • Open to all majors and all years.
  • Able to work a minimum of ten hours per week.
  • Interview with Pastor/Head of Staff and/or Personnel Committee

 

Contact Information:

Please Send Resume and Letter of Interest to:

 

Rev. Dr. Kyle Erickson

Pastor/Head of Staff Gardens Presbyterian Church

kyle@gardenspresbyterian.org

561-625-5770

 

Development and Communications Intern

Date posted: Aug 28, 2018

About El Sol, Jupiter’s Neighborhood Resource Center: El Sol, Jupiter’s Neighborhood Resource Center (El Sol) is on a mission to improve the quality of life for the residents of Jupiter and surrounding communities by providing services primarily to day laborers, their children and families. El Sol envisions a harmonious integrated community in which all people can reach their highest potential. We seek for Jupiter to be a model for other communities serving day laborers and their families.

Role El Sol, Jupiter’s Neighborhood Resource Center is looking for an intern to support the Development and Communications Officer with photography, website, graphic design, social media marketing, video, and other multimedia projects. The Intern should have an aptitude for landscape and portrait photography as well as visual design, and an interest in using social and multimedia communications to advance El Sol’s mission.

• Develop short-term marketing strategies to drive event registration and brand engagement.
• Manage, monitor, and optimize social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube. Respond to questions/comments and drive and track engagement.
• Develop an email marketing calendar and messaging cadence. Design, write and execute social media campaigns. Track results and optimizes programs based on metrics.
• Research and identify future publicity opportunities and explore new ways to engage audience community and partners.
• General administrative assistance, maintenance and support as required.
• Minimum commitment of three months (September - December 2018).
• 16 hours per week at El Sol’s office in Jupiter. A flexible schedule will be possible for the right intern.

Our ideal candidate will have:
• Bilingual language skills (English-Spanish), but not required.
• A passion for marketing/communications.
• Detail-oriented digital organization skills, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments.
• Ability to contribute both individually and as part of a cross-functional team
• Familiarity with web design and content management
• Strong writing, content creation skills, and social media skills
• Up-to-date knowledge of the latest digital media trends and strategies.
• Knowledge of Photoshop, In-Design, or other media editing software.
• Education/Experience in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or relevant field.

Contact: Suzanne Cordero

 

Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce

Date posted: Jul 30, 2018

Job Description
The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce is seeking interns to work in our Membership Department, Events Department and to assist with Office Administration and special projects.  Interns will gain valuable skills in the areas of:
-Customer Service & Member Relations
-Event Planning & Logistics
-Marketing & Public Relations
-Office Administration & Finance

The internships are available immediately and the hours will be flexible and vary from approximately 5-10 hours per week.  We are open to accepting college and high school students.  Please contact Whitney at Whitney@pbnchamber.com to find out more information and to submit your resume for consideration.

 

UTC Climate, Controls & Security

Date posted: Jul 30, 2018

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UTC Climate, Controls & Security is a leading provider of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, building controls and automation, and fire and security systems leading to safer, smarter, sustainable and high-performance buildings. UTC Climate, Controls & Security is a unit of United Technologies Corp., a leading provider to the aerospace and building systems industries worldwide.

UTC’s building products, from elevators and escalators to building automation and air conditioning systems, as well as fire and security systems, are integrated together in the UTC Center for Intelligent Buildings. This approach highlights sustainability, efficiencies and the value that can be gained thanks to UTC’s many innovative technologies.

The UTC Center for Intelligent Buildings highlights products and displays of the company’s residential products, such as efficient air conditioning systems, as well as reliable fire and security products. In addition, refrigeration solutions, which preserve the freshness and quality of perishables, will be featured. These technologies help extend the world’s food supply, eliminate food waste and ensure public safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Content Marketing Intern will assist in the creation, upload and testing of new content for our Customer Experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong creative and technical background and be able to assist with the following responsibilities:

  • Support the development, implementation and management of new content in Content Management System (CMS) with a key focus on quality and version control
  • Partner with third-party vendors on digital asset creation
  • Assist in the preparation of new content assets for reviews with senior leadership
  • Route, track and follow up on approvals from business units and Legal
  • Maintain content matrix as content in the Customer Experience is added or removed
  • Assist in the development of content management standard work
  • Coordinate with other digital asset management initiatives


Location

This position is based in the UTC Center for Intelligent Buildings and UTC Climate, Controls & Security headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.


Qualification:

Knowledge and Skills

  • Previous Marketing or agency or marketing experience is highly desirable
  • Robust organizational, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail, and an appropriate sense of urgency, prioritization and tenacity
  • Must have sufficient experience to successfully navigate complex organizations and effectively coordinate work among cross-functional teams
  • Able to drive results absent formal authority or lines of accountability
  • Must have the ability to work across organizational functions and business units with individuals in all levels of the organization and enjoy success as part of a working team


Experience

  • Previous Marketing internship experience or equivalent coursework
  • Strong interest in and passion for Marketing and new technologies
  • Proven self-starter and ability to balance multiple priorities
  • Highly motivated, proactive and results-driven individual who thrives in a fast paced and dynamic environment of change
  • Ability to develop strong relationships in a team environment and work independently
  • Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills; Familiarity with AP-style business writing a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and creative thinking
  • Strong business acumen, management, analytical, problem-solving, project management, time management, organizational and leadership skills
  • Knowledgeable in best practices and online applications
  • Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite


Education:

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing

 

United Technologies Corporation is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

 

Red Spot Interactive

Date posted: Jul 30, 2018

Position Summary:

Entry-level writing opportunity in a growing, fast-paced marketing technology services company focused on elective healthcare practices including plastic/cosmetic surgeons, cosmetic dermatologists, orthodontists and ophthalmologists with a focus on Lasik surgery. We are seeking an in-house Content Intern to assist with developing creative collateral (ads, flyers, email promotions, etc.), blog posts, social media posts and more.

 

Learn more about Red Spot Interactive:  https://www.redspotinteractive.com/careers

 

Responsibilities:
Write/edit creative collateral (ads, flyers, email promotions, etc.)
Develop fun, engaging taglines for creative collateral
Write/edit blog posts and Moz Local descriptions
Develop blog topics for clients specific to the healthcare industry
Write/edit social media posts

 

Requirements:
Better than average writing and grammar understanding
Willingness to learn about the healthcare industry
Available 4 to 8 hours a day (8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Able to commute to Jupiter, FL

 

Pay:
$10-13/hour (commensurate with experience)

How to Apply:
Email your resume and a few sentences about yourself to content@redspotinteractive.com.

 

Vero Beach Museum of Art

Date posted: Jul 30, 2018

Position: Family Programs Intern 
Hours: 10+ hours/week 
Pay: Unpaid 
Timeline: 3 months or semester-based 
Qualifications: College student with an interest in working with families in an informal learning setting. Must pass a Level 2 background check prior to start date. 
Duties Include: 
Assisting Family Programs Manager with: 

  • Preparation, implementation, and follow-up activities of family programs, including Artful Storytime, Art Babies, Toddler Tours, among others. Responsibilities include inventory of art supplies, organizing supplies, photo-documenting, conducting light research, and data filing.
  • Writing lessons and facilitating family programs
  • Marketing family programs
  • Developing activity cards for Art Zone (age-specific lessons) based on permanent collection & special exhibitions
  • Maintenance of Art Zone (organization, repairs, sanitizing, etc.)
  • Creating surveys
  • Data analysis
  • Stocking Gallery Kits
  • Visitor relations (emails & enews)

Expectations: 

The Family Programs Intern will be expected to:

  • Be on time and work scheduled hours.
  • Complete all tasks, readings, and assignments on time.
  • Build portfolio as instructed.
  • Notify the Family Programs Manager of all unexpected absences.
  • Report any concerns to Family Programs Manager.

Timeline: 
Week 1: Orientation. Assignment: Write a summary of your expectations for the internship, including what you hope to learn. 
Weeks 2 – 4: Observe Family Programs Manager during scheduled programs and act as “helper” for lesson plans, supply organization, & program implementation of Artful Storytime, Art Babies, & Toddler Tours. Assist with miscellaneous tasks and duties described above. Assignment: Write a summary for each program observed and what will be incorporated into your lessons and teaching.

Weeks 5 – 8: Create content, lesson plans, and gather materials for Artful Storytime, Art Babies, & Toddler Tours, and possibly begin to co-teach with Family Programs Manager. Assist with miscellaneous tasks and duties described above. Assignment: Start portfolio; Family Programs Manager will provide guidelines. 
Weeks 9 – 12: Create content & teach programs Artful Storytime, Art Babies, & Toddler Tours with Education staff supervising & providing feedback. Assist with miscellaneous tasks and duties described above. Assignment: Complete portfolio and write a summary for each program facilitated about what you have learned about teaching. Family Programs Manager will write a review/ recommendation letter. 
Goals/Outcomes: 
Develop a teaching portfolio including lesson plans, content, photographs, learned insights and reviews, as well as gaining direct teaching experience in an informal learning environment. 

To apply : Email cover letter describing your interest in the position, resume, and two references to Pamela Sommers, psommers@verobeachmuseum.org

 

Lauren Baer for Congress - Finance Intern

Date posted: Apr 18, 2018

Lauren Baer for Congress – a competitive, Red-to-Blue race in Florida’s 18th Congressional District – is seeking Finance Interns to join its team. We are looking for passionate and hardworking individuals who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of politics to join the fight in a critical swing district and a critical swing state. Be part of the movement that helps Democrats take back the House in 2018.

Role Overview

Finance Interns will provide support to the finance team to achieve weekly, monthly, and quarterly benchmarks. Interns will work closely with the Deputy Finance Director to assist on finance operations.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Include but not limited to:

  • Providing administrative support to the finance team
  • Researching potential donors
  • Assisting in fundraising materials preparation
  • Attending briefings, meetings, and other events
  • Additional duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate will have advanced organizational skills and be familiar with political fundraising
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Strong research skills and attention to details
  • Enthusiasm and an interest in campaigns and politics
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • NGP experience a plus

 

To Apply

Lauren Baer for Congress is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.


Please send your resume to orosenbaum@laurenbaerforcongress.com.

 

Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead Interactive Art Exhibition and Art Camp

Date posted: Apr 18, 2018

Nowhere else in the entire state of Florida will any other art camp provide the exciting internship opportunities like those available this summer at Lighthouse ArtCenter in Tequesta, Florida, during Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead Interactive Art Exhibition and Art Camp . ArtCampers will work in traditional media like clay, paint, and Papier Mache while at the School of Art, but in the gallery they will create 2D and 3D art projects incorporating Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. The S. Kent Rockwell Foundation funded a new computer lab using software designed for children by Fab@School Maker Studio (a Peter H. Reynolds company) with help from the Smithsonian, MIT, and Virginia Tech. Five Caldecott Award Winning children’s author/illustrators are exhibiting 100 original paintings from their best-selling books in the main gallery where the young and young-at-heart will get cozy with the books they love and the beautiful artwork that fills them. Included in this interactive exhibition are, Mary GrandPre (illustrator, Harry Potter), Betsy Lewin (illustrator, Click Clack Moo, Cows that Type), Ted Lewin (illustrator, Pepe the Lamplighter), James Ransome (illustrator, Before She Was Harriet), Judy Schachner (author/illustrator, Skippy Jon Jones). Interns will have the opportunity to meet one or more of these icons in the children’s publishing industry.

The Lighthouse ArtCenter is a 501 c (3) nonprofit that has provided uninterrupted arts and cultural programming in the heart of Tequesta for 54 years. The gallery boasts 3,500 square feet of exhibition space where annually over 20,000 guests visit eleven art shows (some of national significance)that are locally produced and curated. The School of Art features 45 faculty members who teach over 2,500 adult students and 700 children (ages 6-12). Seventeen master artists lead workshops throughout the year and the Plein Air Festival is considered one of the best in the entire country. Outreach programs serve seniors as well as children and families who are underserved and economically challenged. Scholarships are available at need.

FAU Student Interns to be considered should be focused on one or more of the following: education, art, graphic design, psychology, computers. The opportunity is unpaid and the ArtCamp is from 8:30 AM - 4 PM and runs for 9 weeks from June 4th - August 11th (and will be closed the week of July 4th). Students will be expected to provide their own reliable transportation. For those interested in applying, please submit a resume, cover letter, and letter of recommendation to Holly Gizzi, Director of Education, Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art at holly@lighthousearts.org; 561-748-8737.

 

 

GHR Intern: Web Developer

Date posted: Apr 09, 2018

Global Healthcare Resources is the world’s preeminent authority in the fields of healthcare, medical travel, wellness, insurance, and benefits, with the influence to act as a global connector for Fortune 500 companies, a market penetrating facilitator for brand-new startups, an accrediting body for enterprise facilities, and a custom-tailored consulting firm with the ability to augment the growth of any business in the field.

 

Global Healthcare Resources is seeking an ambitious, talented web developer to join our team. Our company is going through an overhaul and rebrand, and now is the perfect time for a student to secure a long-term opportunity with uncapped growth.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a continuing education and stay up-to-date on technical updates and developments
  • Write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
  • Integrate data from various back-end services and databases
  • Redesign websites from scratch
  • Cooperate with web designers to match visual design intent and maintain brand standards
  • Collaborate with other web developers to accomplish tasks
  • Implement testing tools that monitor the ongoing performance of the company website
  • Other duties as required

 

Requirements:

  • Proven working experience in web programming
  • Top-notch programming skills and in-depth knowledge of modern HTML/CSS
  • Master of Wordpress content management system
  • Familiarity with at least one of the following programming languages: PHP, ASP.NET, Javascript or Ruby on Rails
  • A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices
  • Adequate knowledge of relational database systems, Object Oriented Programming and web application development
  • Hands-on experience with network diagnostics, network analytics tools
  • Strong understanding of Search Engine Optimization process
  • Aggressive problem diagnosis and creative problem solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines and budgets with business acumen
  • Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly, and master diverse web technologies and techniques
  • BS in computer science or a related field preferred

 

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 – 6 PM

Salary: Paid Internship, $8.25

Employment Term: 13 weeks with the option for permanent hire

Transportation: Not provided

Hiring Manager: Brandon Fertig, Director of Marketing Technology, bfertig@goghr.com

 

To apply, please email a copy of your resume, cover letter, and portfolio of work to bfertig@goghr.com. An initial phone interview will be conducted before an in-person meeting.

 

GHR Intern: Associate Editor

Date posted: Apr 09, 2018

Global Healthcare Resources is the world’s preeminent authority in the fields of healthcare, medical travel, wellness, insurance, and benefits, with the influence to act as a global connector for Fortune 500 companies, a market penetrating facilitator for brand-new startups, an accrediting body for enterprise facilities, and a custom-tailored consulting firm with the ability to augment the growth of any business in the field.

 

Global Healthcare Resources is seeking an ambitious, talented Associate Editor to join our team. Our company is going through an overhaul and rebrand, and now is the perfect time for a student to secure a long-term opportunity with uncapped growth.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Create content that is timely and relevant to our industries, including breaking news which may demand work outside of the typical 9-6pm culture
  • Post content to our online blogs and magazines
  • Write in different styles for different industries and topics (i.e. formal vs casual)
  • Serve as liaison with a large network of contract editors and colleagues in the client and editorial team
  • Ensure the quality and timeliness of the content that is published
  • Ensure content published is completely original
  • Maintain and generate reports with respect to the performance, evaluation and progress of the publication
  • Achieve the objectives set by our organization
  • Write copy for webpages, emails, letters, etc.
  • Other duties as required

 

Requirements:

  • Command of the English language, including a firm grasp of spelling, grammar, and punctuation rules
  • Extreme attention to detail
  • Ability to make quick decisions
  • Clear communication skills and considerable diplomacy when interacting with writers and other editors
  • Ability to manage many different tasks at once
  • Experience with electronic publishing software, web content management systems (i.e. Wordpress), and/or multimedia applications
  • Demonstrated proficiency with academic writing and proofreading
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word

 

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 – 6 PM

Salary: Paid Internship, $8.25

Employment Term: 13 weeks with the option for permanent hire

Transportation: Not provided

Hiring Manager: Brandon Fertig, Director of Marketing Technology, bfertig@goghr.com

 

To apply, please email a copy of your resume, cover letter, and portfolio of work to bfertig@goghr.com. An initial phone interview will be conducted before an in-person meeting.

 

GHR Intern: Social Media Manager

Date posted: Apr 09, 2018

Global Healthcare Resources is the world’s preeminent authority in the fields of healthcare, medical travel, wellness, insurance, and benefits, with the influence to act as a global connector for Fortune 500 companies, a market penetrating facilitator for brand-new startups, an accrediting body for enterprise facilities, and a custom-tailored consulting firm with the ability to augment the growth of any business in the field.

 

Global Healthcare Resources is seeking an ambitious, talented social media manager to join our team. Our company is going through an overhaul and rebrand, and now is the perfect time for a student to secure a long-term opportunity with uncapped growth.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Build and execute social media strategy through competitive research, platform determination, benchmarking, messaging and audience identification
  • Generate, edit, publish and share daily content (original text, images, video or HTML) that builds meaningful connections and encourages community members to take action
  • Set up and optimize company pages within each platform to increase the visibility of company’s social content
  • Manage and moderate company groups
  • Moderate all user-generated content in line with the moderation policy for each community
  • Create editorial calendars and syndication schedules
  • Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and then acting on the information
  • Collaborate with other departments (customer relations, sales, etc.) to manage reputation, identify key players and coordinate actions
  • Other duties as required

 

Requirements:

  • Proven working experience in social media marketing or as a digital media specialist
  • Excellent consulting, writing, editing (photo/video/text), presentation and communication skills
  • Demonstrable social networking experience and social analytics tools knowledge
  • Adequate knowledge of web design, web development, and SEO
  • Knowledge of online marketing and good understanding of major marketing channels
  • Positive attitude, detail and customer oriented with good multitasking and organizational ability
  • Command of the English language, including a firm grasp of spelling, grammar, and punctuation rules
  • BS in Communications, Marketing, Business, New Media or Public Relations preferred

 

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 – 6 PM

Salary: Paid Internship, $8.25

Employment Term: 13 weeks with the option for permanent hire

Transportation: Not provided

Hiring Manager: Brandon Fertig, Director of Marketing Technology, bfertig@goghr.com

 

To apply, please email a copy of your resume, cover letter, and portfolio of work to bfertig@goghr.com. An initial phone interview will be conducted before an in-person meeting.

 

CVS Health Externship Program

Date posted: Mar 22, 2018

We are seeking 20 top sophomores to join our program  August 7 – 9, 2018*. CVS Health values a diverse workforce and promotes a workplace that empowers all of our colleagues, regardless of their age, race, ethnicity and background. Multicultural candidates who have an interest in healthcare are encouraged to apply.

 

What You Will Do:

  • Learn about business process and insights from top industry leaders in a Fortune 7 company
  • Obtain career prep tips from industry experienced recruiters
  • Experience diverse business areas including:
    • Internal Audit Builds business processes, objectives, and risk and control procedures across multiple business units.
    • Enterprise Product Innovation and Development - Assesses and develops programs that support patient care coordination between CVS Health and other constituents in the healthcare ecosystem
    • Digital - Creates innovative digital solutions that will make health care more accessible, more integrated and more reliable for more people, online and in our stores
    • Creative Marketing - Our in-house creative agency is proving that big thinkers can thrive in a little state and that cutting-edge design thinking can drive our corporate mission of putting people on their paths to better health.
    • Supply Chain - Ensures CVS Health is adhering to compliance requirements, demonstrating operational excellence, delivering superior customer service, and focusing on continuous process improvement. 

 

What You Will Do:

  • Work on a real Fortune 7  business case innovation challenge with cash prizes
  • Experience CVS Health business locations in our Rhode Island Headquarters and our Boston Digital Innovation Lab
  • Network with senior leaders, current and former interns, and diversity colleague resource members
  • Receive a mentor post program if interested
  • Opportunity to interview for 2019 CVS Health internship opportunities in advance of our formal process opening

 

*CVS Health will coordinate and cover all travel and meal-related expenses. 8/6 and 8/10 will be travel days for non-local students.

 

Requirements:

  • Please fill out the electronic form here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CVSHealthExternship
  • You will be required to submit a PDF copy of your resume and a single PDF document with responses to the following questions:
    • A 2-3 line statement telling us why you are interested in this opportunity.
    • A short, 250 word essay on how you think diverse teams can enable innovation in organizations.

Program Timeline:

  • Application Opens:  March 13th
  • Application Closes:  April 6th
  • We plan to notify students by the end of April 2018. 

 

Obama Foundation

Date posted: Feb 01, 2018

The Obama Foundation is looking to hire passionate, mission-oriented, and qualified interns to serve in our Chicago and D.C. offices. This internship is open to current undergraduate and graduate students who are eligible to work in the United States.

 

The summer 2018 internship will run from May 29, 2018 to August 17, 2018. For students on the quarter system, the internship will run from June 18, 2018 to September 7, 2018. Interns will be required to work 40 hours a week in either our Chicago or Washington, D.C. office.

The application opened on January 29, 2018 at 9AM CT and will close on February 12, 2018 at 5PM CT. We will not accept late applications.

If you are a law student interested in applying to intern in the Office of the General Counsel at the Obama Foundation, click here.

To ensure you get all the information you need in a timely manner, we encourage you to read our FAQ page before reaching out with questions.

 

What do interns do?

We are looking for interns who have excellent time management and organizational skills, are strong writers and researchers, and are eager to work in a fast-paced office environment. Interns will play a key role in providing departments at the Obama Foundation with the administrative, logistical, and operational assistance needed to execute their work.

 

Who can apply?

Current full-time or part-time undergraduate and graduate students eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. The Foundation is committed to recruiting a diverse cohort of interns and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Foundation does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, ancestry, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other protected category under local, state, or federal law. We encourage qualified persons of all backgrounds to apply. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please contact us at interns@obama.org if you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.

 

The Foundation will provide interns with a stipend and reimbursements for a portion of the expenses directly related to their internship. Please note the Foundation will not provide relocation or housing assistance.

 

Completing the application

Please note that as you fill out your application, you will not be able to save your responses or return to them before submitting. If you’d like to take more than one session to work on your answers, please download the Application Worksheet to draft your application responses offline. Please note you will still have to enter your answers into the application before the deadline.

Find the application here.

 

Florida Leatherbacks Inc.

Date posted: Feb 01, 2018

Florida Leatherbacks Inc. is looking for three leatherback research and tagging interns for the upcoming research season.
 
Period
March 15 – June 30, 2018
 
Location
Martin County, Florida, USA
 
Background Information
Florida Leatherbacks Inc. is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization located in southeast Florida dedicated to researching local nesting populations of leatherback sea turtles. Our work helps characterize critical biological parameters crucial to the conservation of the species. Nightly surveys are conducted during leatherback nesting season and each individual is identified, tagged, measured, and sampled. Our survey area covers approximately 40 km of beach and each night a team of 3-4 volunteers is responsible for documenting all leatherback nesting activity.
 
Duties
  • Conduct nightly surveys by ATV to identify nesting leatherbacks along approximately 10 km of beach (3-4 independent surveyors cover ~40 km of beach)
  • Nightly surveys are conducted from 9:30pm – 4:30am and interns will work 4-5 nights/week
  • Tag (flipper and PIT tags), measure, and sample nesting females
  • Identify the presence of nesting loggerhead and green sea turtles to eliminate disturbance
  • Assist with satellite transmitter deployment and recovery
  • Collect morphometric and behavioral data independently
  • Engage with and educate the general public on the nesting beach
 
Requirements
Work is conducted overnight and qualified candidates must be able to remain awake and alert while operating an all-terrain vehicle in harsh conditions (heat, bugs, rain). Current students or recent graduates in the biological fields are preferred. Interns must be comfortable working alone on remote beaches after receiving proper training. Must possess a valid driver’s license, a working smart phone, and be available for the duration of the research season. Prior experience with sea turtles and ATVs is preferred but not required. Must be able to work independently and with a team. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. The job requires a fair amount of physical exertion so qualified candidates should be able to sit/stand for extended periods, be in good physical health, and be able to tolerate the heat and humidity of south Florida.
 
Benefits/Costs
Florida Leatherbacks Inc. is an entirely volunteer-based organization. There is no compensation for this internship and housing is not provided. Field work is based in Martin County, Florida. Candidates must be able to locate their own housing.
 
Additional Contact Information
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Kelly Martin (  Kelly@floridaleatherbacks.com  ). Application deadline is February 6, 2018.

 

Sea Turtle Nesting Season Internship

Date posted: Jan 23, 2018

Loggerhead Marinelife Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote conservation of ocean ecosystems with a special focus on threatened and endangered sea turtles. Our facility is open year round and is a world class sea turtle rehabilitation hospital and education center. We are located in Juno Beach, Florida and we have been conducting a sea turtle nest monitoring program along one of the highest density sea turtle nesting beaches in the world for over 25 years.

The internship is an un-paid position and housing is not provided. There will be two internship sessions available (minimum commitment 2 months) starting in either May or June. The number of work hours will be between 15-40 hours per week.

Job Responsibilities:
•    Assist staff biologists and field technicians with daily beach surveys on all-terrain vehicle (ATV) starting at sunrise (at work as early at 5:00 AM)
•    Learn how to locate a sea turtle egg chamber, to mark nests and conduct excavations
•    Learn how to collect data in the field quickly and accurately using leading edge technology
•    Assist with data entry and verification
•    Complete a research project

Supervisor: Reports directly to Research Department Staff Members

Qualifications:
•    Current undergraduate or recent graduate with a Biological Science related degree
•    In good physical condition with the ability to work outdoors under adverse conditions for up to 8 hours (humidity, rain, heat and direct sunlight)
•    Strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with the public
•    Ability to work well with others and collaborate with a team
•    Must possess a valid driver’s license
•    Must be a citizen of the United States

The deadline to apply for both sessions is March 15, 2018. 
To apply, please submit the following to amccracken@marinelife.org 
•    Resume with list of at least three professional references
•    Cover letter with dates of availability (please specify start and end dates)
•    Copy of School Transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted)

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand and walk.  The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Introductory Period:
It is the policy of Loggerhead Marinelife Center that all team members, including newly hired, transferred and promoted team members, will be carefully monitored and evaluated for an initial introductory period on the job.  After satisfactory completion of the introductory evaluation, such team members will be evaluated on an annual basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Loggerhead Marinelife Center is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Sea Turtle Nesting Season Field Technician

Date posted: Jan 23, 2018

There will be 6 technician positions available. Three positions will begin in March and three will begin in April, with the latest start date being no later than April 17. The seasonal technician positions typically end by mid to late September. The number of work hours will vary over the course of the summer and will range from 15-40 hours per week. The seasonal technicians will be paid $10-14 an hour depending on experience and education. Housing and benefits are not provided.

 

Please visit this link for more information and qualifications.

 

DC Internships

Date posted: Jan 18, 2018

Public Policy and Economics  program is now accepting applications for the  February 7, 2018 Priority Deadline . We are very happy to announce that through our  Leadership Scholars Program , we have at least  25 full scholarships  to aid students in attending our summer 2018 programs in Washington, DC. Details may be found by clicking here .

The Institute on Comparative Political and Economic Systems (ICPES) is an eight week summer academic internship program sponsored by The Fund for American Studies in partnership with George Mason University. The program offers undergraduate students a first-hand look at the U.S. political system through:

• An internship placement in public policy or economics
• Courses for credit in economics and government
• Exclusive lectures, briefings and professional development seminars
• Housing in the heart of Washington, DC

Our goal is to help students close the gap between theory and practice and develop skills to manage today’s most pressing policy challenges. As you know, today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders. Building on what you have taught them in the classroom, we are committed to providing an educational experience that will prepare your students for successful careers in public policy.

Please share the announcement below with any student whose aspiration is to be among the next generation of professionals to shape tomorrow’s political or public policy landscape.

Students should apply by  February 7  for priority admissions and scholarship consideration.

Please visit  www.DCinternships.org/ICPES  for detailed information on the program. Please contact me at 202.986.0384 or  mstankus@tfas.org  with any questions. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Comparative Medicine

Date posted: Jan 17, 2018

Comparative Medicine provides the appropriate resources for achieving high-quality research outcomes to all engaged in animal research at FAU through humane and ethical animal care and use. This position (Laboratory Animal Technician) entails animal husbandry, janitorial duties, and researcher support.

  • Any student welcome with at least one year left of school
  • Expected to work 10-20 hours a week
  • Expected start and end date is open
  • Must have transportation and a valid driver's license to drive the department's van and golf cart.
  • Paid position, $10/hour
  • Interview expected before taking the job.

Should you need additional information, please email Carrie List.

Carrie List

Facilities Manager

Comparative Medicine

561-558-4217

clist@fau.edu