INTERNSHIP POSITIONS FOR SPRING 2008
The Intercultural Management Institute (IMI), of the School of International Service at American University, is currently offering 4 (four) intern positions for SPRING 2008 open to both undergraduate and graduate students.
Applications should be submitted no later than January 25, 2008.
In addition to our regular programs, every spring semester, IMI hold its annual conference for intercultural communication and management here at AU. The conference brings together a niche group of the top intercultural relations educators and practitioners from around the world making spring semester internships highly competitive. If you are interested in IMI Spring 08 internship positions, we recommend you apply as early as possible.
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE:
IMI provides customized training for effective communication, negotiation, and leadership across cultures. We offer academic courses, symposia, conferences, training, and conduct academic research on a wide range of intercultural topics.
A relaxed yet professional working environment, IMI focuses on enhancing the learning opportunities we provide in the area of intercultural and cross-cultural communication. As IMI is a non-profit organization, interns are essential to our daily operation and make our programs possible. Our offices are conveniently located on the main campus of American University.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Candidates must be creative, detail-oriented, flexible, and have the ability to multitask as well as work in an often fast-paced professional environment. Ideal candidates will be self-starters who are willing to take initiative and actively contribute to program development and promotion. Students of various disciplines are encouraged to apply including, but not limited to, those in International Communication/Studies, ITEP, Business, Marketing, Communication, and Multimedia/Design programs.
Knowledge of the intercultural communications field, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a must. Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Adobe Photoshop is highly desirable.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
In addition to program and general office support, IMI interns work on a variety of specialized projects. Students with a particular interest or experience in the following positions are encouraged to apply:
Event Coordinating
Domestic and International Marketing and Media Outreach
Sponsorship
Content Development
Graphic Design/Web Development
Market Research/Database Management
New Media/Online Learning/Distance Learning Technology
REQUIREMENTS:
IMI internships are available on both a for-credit and non-credit (volunteer) basis. Hours are flexible, with a minimum commitment of 15 hours/week.
**All Spring interns are required to be available for IMI's 9th Annual Conference March 13-14, 2008.**
All internships are UNPAID.
BENEFITS:
Interns have the opportunity to attend and participate in all spring IMI programs for free including the IMI conference, symposia and workshops. These programs offer valuable training and networking opportunities for those with a future interest in intercultural training and education. Interns will expand their skill sets through additional training they receive on various design and database programs. In addition, there are multiple outlets for publication open to those interns who are interested.
INTERESTED?
If you are interested in interning at IMI, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to karen.santiago@american.edu or contact Karen at (202) 885-6439. Applications should be submitted no later than January 25, 2008.
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Intercultural Management Institute
School of International Service
American University
www.imi.american.edu
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