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Prague Summer Schools

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Prague Summer Schools are seven-day academic programs designed to bring together undergraduate and graduate students of various nationalities and academic backgrounds to enjoy their summer holidays in a unique academic and cultural environment.

The Prague-based NGO SCHOLA EMPIRICA is pleased to announce the forthcoming Prague Summer Schools on the following topics:



New! Summer School on Sustainability and Profitability: Commitment to Sustainable Business across the World

Summer School on Crime, Law and Psychology

Summer School on European Politics: Interests versus Culture?

Summer School on China: A World Superpower - Myth or Reality?

Summer School on New Development Cooperation: Breaking the Chains of Poverty

Summer School on Education: The Future of School

Summer School on Globalization 3.0: Production and Consumption

Summer School on Behavioral Economics and Psychology

When: 2-9 July 2016

Where: Summer Schools will take place in Prague, Czech Republic

We invite you to visit our website http://www.praguesummerschools.org to discover the details about the upcoming programs. The website will direct you to the individual page of each summer program containing information on academics, logistics, photos, alumni feedback, guidelines to application process, and online application.

We also encourage students to submit their applications to Prague Summer Schools 2016 by the Final deadline of April 1st, 2016. Should you have any questions regarding Prague Summer Schools or application process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Why Do Women Leave CS and IT Jobs?

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Find out by going to the School of Public Policy and School of History & Sociology Speaker Series – Joint Event: Why are there so few women IT professionals?

Speaker: Joshua Rosenbloom, Professor and Chair
Department of Economics, Iowa State University

When: Wednesday, March 9, 3:00 pm
Where: Hall Building, Room 102

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Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Internship

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The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta’s Community and Economic Development (CED) Department is seeking a full‐time research intern/assistant for the summer 2016, with the possibility of continuing part-time for the fall semester. This position works directly with the CED staff in support of projects related to foreclosure and neighborhood revitalization, small business development and finance, workforce development, and community development finance.




The CED Department has three primary objectives: enhance and support community capacity to respond to local, regional and national challenges; conduct and disseminate research and analysis to better understand complex issues and inform policy discussions; and foster equitable solutions by elevating the interests of low‐ and moderate‐income people and communities. 

As appropriate, the position also may offer the opportunity to learn about and participate in broader Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta activities. 

To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample, and contact information for at least two references via email to Chevelle Wilson, chevelle.wilson@atl.frb.org

For description of work and required skills click 'Read More' Below.

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Seven Day Academic Programs in Prague

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Prague Summer Schools are seven-day academic programs from July 2-9 designed to bring together undergraduate and graduate students of various nationalities and academic backgrounds to enjoy their summer holidays in a unique academic and cultural environment.
The Prague-based NGO SCHOLA EMPIRICA is pleased to announce the forthcoming Prague Summer Schools on the following topics:

Go to http://www.praguesummerschools.org for details about academics, logistics, photos, alumni feedback, guidelines to application process, and online application.

Early Bird deadline: January 31, 2016.

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Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development Internships

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OECD Spring 2016 Internships
For more information about this program and how to apply, click here.


The OECD Washington Center interns support the Organization's public outreach efforts to government, civil society and media in the United States and Canada. Students will have the opportunity to gain experience in two important areas of work: public affairs or communications and media. 

Desired Intern Profile:
  • Knowledgeable about international affairs and economic policy, and interested in the workings of a leading intergovernmental organization.
  • Excellent written and communication skills.
  • Ability to use various online tools to track down and research information.



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