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Intercultural Toolbox

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The Georgia Tech Counseling Center will deliver a presentation about “developing global competence on an international campus” this Wednesday, 9 March, 12-1, in the Smithgall (Flag) Building, Room 117. Intended for students, staff, and faculty, this presentation will review emotional, behavioral, and cognitive skills to help you improve communication and put your cultural knowledge into practice (see flier below for details).



AmCham China Spring 2016 Internships

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Contact ebarrett@amchamchina.org or visit http://business-center.amchamchina.org/jobs/

The American Chamber of Commerce in the People's Republic of China (AmCham China) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization whose membership comprises more than 3,800 individuals from over 1,000 companies operating across China. With offices in Beijing, Tianjin, Dalian, Shenyang and Wuhan, AmCham China has more than 60 working groups, and holds more than 300 events each year. AmCham China is looking for interns for Spring 2016 for several departments, including communications (digital PR and magazine), operations and events, and government affairs. Only currently enrolled students are eligible, and applications must include a 1-page cover letter and 1-page resume.




Habitat for Humanity Corporate Relations and Fundraising Internships

During the Corporate Relations internship, you will be a part of a historic launch of a new business development strategy not only for HFHI but also in the non-profit sector. This is a rare opportunity to be on the ground level of a pilot that has the potential to reposition HFHI as a business solution to specific measurable company objectives. This approach is a shift in the non-profit approach and this internship will have a front seat view of the outcomes. The deadline to apply is today!

As the Fundraising and Development Intern, you will work with one of the newer Resource Development teams at Habitat for Humanity International. This dynamic team is leading HFHI's engagement with US Foundations to generate revenue from Foundations in support of HFHI's programs in the US and around the world. The deadline to apply is December 31st.




Marketing and Communications Intern at the Atlanta Opera
Contact Scott Hazleton, Associate Marketing Director, at shazleton@atlantaopera.org

The intern will work extensively in social media, digital marketing, market research, our Young Professionals endeavor and event management. This opportunity provides mentoring from the Director of Marketing and Associate Director of Marketing. The intern will be encouraged to attend events furthering their cultural advancement and professional networking. The student should be ready to work hard and prepared to ask questions.

• No. of Openings: 2
• Work Schedule: 15 hours per week, flexible hours
• Dates: January 11, 2016 - April 8, 2016




Catching your attention is key in the world of Public Relations, but it is content and substance that keeps you engaged. Skills and abilities developed through a liberal-arts curriculum are highly valued in the field of communications. Writing, research, analytics, planning, problem-solving, and team work are among the talents that can help you succeed. Are you selling your talents well in your job search? What opportunities have you overlooked?

We invite you to get a better understanding of public relations and the role it can play in your career.

Representatives from FleishmanHillard, a major communications agency with 88 offices worldwide, will visit Georgia Tech to talk about working in communications and PR, preparing yourself for the job market, and the importance of your personal brand.

Thursday, September 10, 2015
11.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Hall Building, room 102.
Lunch will be provided.

Please RSVP by Monday, September 7.
RSVP for “Brand Yourself: PR and the Liberal Arts”
http://tiny.cc/FHbranding

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce is Georgia’s largest business advocacy organization. Our focus is on keeping, growing and creating new jobs in our state. We have an aggressive, proactive approach to state policy issues, and we transcend regional boundaries to create a state-wide network of business leaders working to help Georgia’s economy thrive.

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce is seeking to fill various internship positions this fall! There are positions in communications, marketing, special events, public policy, business, history, and more available to undergraduate and graduate students. 

Click here for the internship application and descriptions of the internships available. 

AT&T has some exciting new opportunities in AT&T’s Business Sales Leadership Development Program for GA Tech undergraduate business and liberal art students. Ideally we are targeting those seniors still active in their career search but underclassmen are welcome as well! AT&T Experience Event March 27th
Hosted by AT&T Business Sales Leadership Development Program
Grab your friends and join us to learn how you can jumpstart your career after college. 

Enjoy a light lunch on us and see the innovation that shapes our world during an exclusive tour of the AT&T Foundry. Afterwards, you’ll get to chat with current program participants and leaders in our Business Sales Leadership Development Program so you can hear first-hand about the opportunities we have to help you achieve your goals. 


Don’t forget to RSVP – space is limited! 

Friday, March 27th, 11:00 am -2:00 pm
675 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta 30308

Digital Media & Communications Intern

ROLE:
Under the supervision and training of the MarComm staff, the communications & digital media intern will assist the Marketing and Communications team of The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Inc. in executing various communications and marketing related projects. The dates of this internship are January 2015 – May 2015.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist in the strategic development and maintenance of social media content.
  • Support website maintenance using Express Engine.
  • Assist with developing and editing materials, including e-newsletters, and flyers, social media and email communication.
  • Help prepare for meetings, briefings and tours as needed.
  • Ensure press kits are updated and available.
  • Update monthly tracking and evaluation reports.
  • Follow up on calendar and email requests and support scheduling for MarComm Staff.
  • Support photography needs and set up/clean up at events as needed.
  • Support evening events as needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Recommended Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suites (illustrator, indesign, photoshop)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with web and social media platforms (Express Engine, Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Hootsuite, RSS)
  • Strong Attention to detail
  • Knowledge of civil rights history and contemporary human rights issues
  • Enthusiasm for working in a fast paced not for profit environment
  • Developed time management skills and the ability to multi-task
Application Instructions:

Email: careers@civilandhumanrights.org
Include job title in the email subject field and last name

The Atlanta History Center is hiring interns!


An internship at the Atlanta History Center is a challenging, educational experience designed for undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing a career in any aspect of museum administration, archives and/or public history. Working alongside AHC staff in a tutorial arrangement, interns gain valuable skills and training in their chosen field. While specific projects vary with AHC needs and priorities, opportunities will be available in a variety of areas. Placements are subject to availability. Internships at the Atlanta History Center carry no stipends or wages. To apply, please complete the application form and include the required documents. Students will be contacted if their application is being considered for an open internship position.


Positions include a Historic House Interpretation Assistant, Historic House Administrative Assistant, Web and Social Media Assistant, Marketing Communication Assistant, and Tourism Assistant. For more information on the positions, click read more. 


The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) has begun its search for full- and part-time interns for the Spring 2015 semester. Lauren Rhodes, a public policy student, has interned here twice, and she would highly recommend it for any of our Ivan Allen students. The department has had several Ivan Allen interns and full-time employee.

We are seeking interns to work in our Protocol, Marketing and Communications Division. These positions are ideal for candidates interested in expanding their skills in the areas of marketing, project management, event planning, protocol, international business and economic development under the guidance of the No. 1 state economic development agency as recognized by the International Economic Development Council. 

You will find a detailed description of the position if you click read more. All prospective interns are asked to email a resume and cover letter to Daniel Regenstein at dregenstein@georgia.org


Cooperstown Graduate Program in Science Museum Studies: looking for great education and a rewarding job communicating science to the public? CGP is located in the biological field station of the SUNY Oneonta Campus. With over 500 science centers in the US, science museum professionals can expect to find positions at natural history museums, parks, zoos, aquaria, discovery centers, science and technology museums, and government agencies. The program is a two year, 29 credit master's degree that focuses on preparing individuals to work in science and science related museums, but also in industry and government. For more information, visit cpgscience.org. 

IAC Programming and Web Development Job

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The Ivan Allen College is seeking to hire a student for a programming and web development position.  

Teach.org Campus Organizer Internship

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The TEACH.Org campus organizer is a paid internship* on campus for the fall semester (and possible future semesters). Campus organizers will help recruit the next generation of outstanding teachers. Each organizer will work closely with TEACH's Regional Director in designing and executing TEACH's visibility and recruitment campaign on their campus and community.

Campus Organizers have a unique opportunity to work with a national campaign and develop their professional skills in communication, community organizing, marketing, and public speaking while gaining an understanding of how a successful public-private partnership operates. We are looking for students of all class levels and majors who have a passion for education and community service.

full job desription

For more information or to apply for the position, please contact Charlie Ingram at ingram.charlie@teach.org with your current resume and contact information. Please include your area of study and current GPA. Hours are flexible and the Campus Organizer Internship pays $9 per hour. You may also contact Susan Belmonte, Pre-Teaching Advisor, at sbelmonte@gatech.edu with questions.

*Neither TEACH.ORG nor the internship are affiliated with Georgia Tech nor part of the Pre-Teaching program.


Under the direction of the Marketing and Communications Manager, the intern will focus on a variety of projects to learn various aspects of non-profit arts administration both in general and specific to the interest of marketing as a focus area.

General responsibilities may include:

· Assisting with the creation of hard and soft copy files

· Assisting in the writing and editing of informational materials and reports

· Assisting with mailings – mail merges, printing and stuffing

Specific responsibilities:

· Research competition and collect sample collateral

· Shadow Marketing and Communications Manager

· Attend planning meetings for marketing and development

· Audit websites and on-campus marketing

· Assist with social media postings

· Assist with function book maintenance

· Assist with compilation of fact sheets, and marketing collateral design

Intern will gain experience and/or improve upon:
Research skills
Marketing program support
Website and social media support
Marketing plan coordination
Special projects

Qualifications:
Enrolled in an accredited college or university program
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Completed coursework in marketing, fine arts, research
Basic computer processing skills including Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in internet research
Interest in the Arts and Non Profit Sector

· Previous internship experience is preferred

· Preference will be given to college juniors and seniors and those seeking academic credit

Compensation:
Internship is unpaid, but offers a great deal of hands on experience. College credit is available through HTS.

Time: 
This is a part-time internship; the hours and time commitment are flexible to be set between the supervisor and the internship candidate prior to the start of the internship.

Deadline JUNE 30th at 4:00pm for AT&T Foundry Internship 


After a successful inaugural semester, the UROP office in collaboration with AT&T Foundry are once again soliciting applications from undergraduates for two internships for the fall 2014 semester. Click on "Read More" for all the details. If you are interested, email urop@gatech.edu the requested information. Applications are due June 30th.




The Office of Science and Technology Policy is currently accepting applications for its Fall 2014 Policy Internship Program. The application deadline is 11:59pm, Friday, Jun 20. Students who are U.S. citizens and who will be actively enrolled during the Fall 2014 semester are welcome to apply.

More information and application instructions are available at http://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/about/student/

About OSTP.  The Office of Science and Technology Policy advises the President on the effects of science and technology on domestic and international affairs. The office serves as a source of scientific and technological analysis and judgment for the President with respect to major policies, plans and programs of the Federal Government.

About the Internship Program.  Interns are accepted for one of three annual terms (Spring, Summer, or Fall), which each last no more than 90 days. While these positions are without compensation, the assignments provide educational enrichment, practical work experience, and network opportunities with other individuals in the science and technology policy arena.

For questions, please contact Rebecca Grimm rgrimm@ostp.eop.gov

IAC Dean’s Office Graduate Assistant
Summer 2014

Candidates should send resume to rebecca.keane@iac.gatech.edu by noon on May 16, 2014.

All GAs in the IAC office will be expected to:

· Make arrangements through Rebecca Keane, Director of Communications, for satisfying weekly time commitments for work hours.

· Carry out tasks related to IAC daily tasks and projects as assigned by the IAC Dean and/or IAC Director of Communications in collaboration with others as indicated in the job descriptions below.

· Work in collaboration with other GRAs to make sure that the work flow of projects keeps an appropriate pace for success given needs and expectations.

· Be core members of various IAC event planning teams, as needed, to make sure that all IAC events flow smoothly.

· Work collaborative with each other under the guidance of Rebecca Keane, IAC Communications Officer, and IAC staff to support the development of websites and other communications and marketing vehicles that conform to GT/IAC guidelines, systems, and specifications.

· Function always in a professional manner in carrying out the scope and responsibilities of the position.

GRA Position 1: Communications Writer

Title: Research Associate for IAC Communications – Communications & PR
Location: IAC Dean’s Office – GA is required to work on site in Dean’s office
Supervisors: Rebecca Keane (IAC)
Time Commitment: 13-20 hours per week (spread across 4 days)

Primary Responsibilities

· Manage daily news content for IAC news streams, social media, and monthly newsletter. Gather and/or originate stories, information, and photos. Discern appropriate stories for various communications vehicles and disseminate. Write and post copy, feature stories, and other communications content.

· Manage/update IAC website and events content through Content Management System.

· Create website page copy, content, and graphics.

· Support efforts to build engagement and presence on social media by creating posts, building links and connections and suggesting strategies.

· Manipulate photos and graphics to support stories.

· Event organization and logistics as needed.

· Create and disseminate communication materials to drive attendance for events both internal and external to GT.

· Write press releases.

· Provide administrative support.

· Update and maintain documentation of IAC processes.

· Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills Sets

· The ideal candidate for this position has a journalistic orientation

· Strong writer with knowledge of U.S. English grammar and writing.

· Familiarity with communications tasks.

· Strong familiarity in posting to social media

· Web and tech savvy; familiarity with website content management system (CMS)

· Some design skills are needed. Ability to work in a graphics software for digital and print (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or others in CS5+); ability to manipulate photos for graphic use.

· Highly organized. Ability to keep up with many details

· Decisive. Ability to be flexible as tasks may be re-prioritized in fast-moving environment.

· Collaborative, team player.



We are looking for an assistant to help develop interactive online resources for K-12 teachers and to coordinate events and planning sessions between Georgia Tech faculty and K-12 classroom teachers. Candidates will also be expected to help with the video-conferencing technology used for the project. Experience is desirable but not required; however motivation and a willingness to learn is essential. The position would be particularly suitable for someone interested in K-12 and the use of technology in K-12. 

The position is expected to start in July and continue through fall. Average of 5 or more hours per week and may vary based on need. The rate of pay for undergraduates will vary between $10 to $12/hr. No travel is required for this position.

Please contact Dr. Warren Matthews at warren.matthews@oit.gatech.edu

or Preeti Sagar at preeti.sagar@cetl.gatech.edu.

Comcast Internship Open House Dates

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Comcast will be holding internship open houses on March 25th and 26th and April 1st and 2nd.  Summer sales interns will have the opportunity to gain invaluable sales skills, make substantial money in a salary plus commission pay structure, and pad their resumes with experience working for a recognizable Fortune 50 company.

Comcast is looking for hungry, motivated, enthusiastic college students with 0-2 years of experience and the drive to be successful.

Information sessions will be held in our 2975 Courtyard Drive, Norcross to present the program and interview interested students on the spot.

Info sessions begin with an in-depth hour long presentation on the program. After the presentation has commenced, interested applicants will stick around and be interviewed on the spot and could leave with summer employment nailed down.

Tuesday, March 25th: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm
Wednesday, March 26th: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm


Tuesday, April 1st: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm
Wednesday, April 2nd: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm

Interested applicants should come to the info session dressed in business attire and have three copies of their resume with them.


There are two internship opportunities coming up for the Spring 2014 semester in Development and Communications for the Atlanta Habitat for Humanity.  The mission of Atlanta Habitat for Humanity is to partner with working families, sponsors and communities to build affordable, green, quality homes and to provide support services that promote successful home purchase and ownership. Atlanta Habitat offers an intern the opportunity to work directly on sponsorship and fund development projects in a nonprofit environment and to be a part of our great mission

For more information, Click on Read More.

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