Study Abroad in Amsterdam, Summer B Term, July 24-August 22, 2010 Urban Lab Amsterdam: Culture, Technology and Environment 15 credits (Summer program + Spring prep) for Honors and/or Architecture credit. This four-week study abroad opportunity, based on a preparatory spring seminar, is open to all undergraduate and graduate students in the humanities and social sciences; a variety of disciplinary perspectives are encouraged. Read more and to apply: Apply online through Catalyst http://depts.washington.edu/uwhonors/international/amsterdam/

All students, undergrad and grad, are welcome to apply.

Application Deadline: February 12, 2010

Questions welcome; for further information, contact Professor Rob Corser(corser@u.washington.edu) and/or Clifford Tatum(clifford@u.washington.edu )

Peace Corps Events on Campus this Week!

Volunteers have the opportunity to serve in the areas of education, health, environment, agriculture, and business. At the following events returned volunteers will share their personal experience and tips to guide you through the application process.

Panel Discussion: The Peace Corps’ Global Response to HIV/AIDS Wednesday, December 2 • 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. William H. Foege Building • Bioengineering Room N-130

Info Session: Thursday, December 3 • 4 to 5 p.m. Career Services Center • 134 Mary Gates Hall

 Questions?

Contact the UW On-Campus Peace Corps Rep: Erin Larsen-Cooper Office 134 Mary Gates Hall Hours Mondays 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. • Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. E-mail pcorps@u.washington.edu Phone 206.543.0535

White House Internship Program

 We would like to encourage you to apply for a summer internship with the White House. The application for the summer 2010 program will be posted December 14, 2009. A complete submission will include an application (with several short answer questions, two essay questions of 300-500 words each, and a one-page resume) and three letters of recommendation. The final application deadline is February 7, 2009

 - Visit the White House Internship website: http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/internships/

- Apply to the White House Internship program: http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/internships/apply/

- Learn more about the selection process: http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/internships/selection/

A White House Internship provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate todayʼs young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office and prepare them for future public service opportunities.

Islandwood Summer Camp Assistant Instructor/Volunteer Intern Mission: to provide exceptional learning experiences and to inspire lifelong environmental and community stewardship. Our program serves pre-school to 12th grade participants from King and Kitsap counties. As an Assistant Instructor, you will work with a Lead Instructor to provide hands-on, field-based environmental education programs on IslandWood’s campus.

Dates: June 14—August 6, 2010. (The first week is training and orientation)

Responsibilities: Assistant Instructors team with experienced field instructors to create, plan and provide a variety of educational programs for youth. Thematic programs include half-day, full-day and overnight experiences.

Qualifications:

 •Undergraduate student working toward a BA or with a sincere interest inMust be at least 18 years old

 •Some experience working with children and environmental education preferable

•Must be able to comply with and maintain a smoke-free and drug-free work-Current First Aid and CPR required by training start date (WFA desirable)

 Compensation:

•Possible college credit approved by your school

•Successful completion of internship may lead to paid Lead Instructor positions

•Letter of Recommendation following a successful completion of the internship

 

 Deadline: May 1, 2010 or until all positions are filled

 

Submit an intern application, resume, and letter of interest, and references to:info@islandwood.org

or

Search for Summer Intern

IslandWood

4450 Blakely Avenue NE

Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Applications can be found on our intern website

 

http://islandwood.org/support/volunteer/interns-1

for an interview. Applications are reviewed as they are received and final hiring decisions

are made in May.

You will be contacted if you are chosen.

 

 

 

Potential travel stipend – please inquireHousing for the entire summer and meals during overnight camp programs

 

 

 

Islandwood Educational Programs Volunteer Intern

Mission: to provide exceptional learning experiences and to inspire lifelong environmental and community stewardship. Our educational programs serve adults and children of all ages, primarily from King and Kitsap counties.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dates:

 

 

Hours:

 

 

This internship does not operate on a regular schedule. Hours will vary depending on training, educational program scheduling, and the intern’s own academic pursuits. Interns should expect to work an average of 80 hours every 2 weeks (including time to work on academic projects), on a variable schedule. Some nights and weekends will be required.March 24-August 13, 2010 (includes a break June 5-13)

Responsibilities: Upon successful completion of the spring session, interns will build upon their learning by completing a summer session that focuses on leadership development and program delivery. During this session, interns will lead and assist with educational programs similar to those they observed in the spring. They will serve as educators during weekend and special events and some summer camps.

Qualifications: -Undergraduate or graduate student working towards or recently completed a degree or with a sincere interest in Environmental/Science/Outdoor/Place-Based/Multicultural

-Education, Natural History, Biology, Environmental Science or related field

 

 

• Must be at least 18 years old

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Experience working with children & adults in educational settings preferred

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Experience with environmental or outdoor education preferred

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Must be able to comply with and maintain a smoke-free and drug-free work•

 

Current First Aid and CPR (child & adult) required by start date (WFA desirable but

Compensation:

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Onsite housing during summer session•

 

Possible college or graduate credit approved by your school•

 

Possible small stipend for successful completion of the program•

 

Letter of Recommendation following a successful completion of the internship

 

Application Deadline:

 

February 1, 2010 or until all positions are filled

HOW TO APPLY:

 

Submit an intern application, resume, and letter of interest, and three references to: info@islandwood.orgor

Search for Education Intern IslandWood

4450 Blakely Avenue NE

Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Applications can be found on our intern website:

 

http://islandwood.org/support/volunteer/interns-1Applications are reviewed as they are received and final hiring decisions are made in February

You will be contacted if you are chosen for an interview.

The Committee Organizing Rape Education (CORE) is an entity funded by the Associated Students of the University of Washington (ASUW). They are a group of peer facilitators on campus educating the community about issues surrounding sexual assault, stalking, and relationship violence.  Volunteers complete at least 36 hours of training during winter and spring quarter where they learn about different issues and support resources.  Then, they present to campus groups like Greek houses, FIGS, and RSOs the following fall quarter.  They also organize Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence Awareness (SARVA) Month in April where we put on events throughout the month to involve the community and educate everyone about sexual assault and relationship violence.

If you’re interested in volunteering, stop by the CORE office (HUB 113) to pick one up.

If you have any comments, questions, or concerns, you can contact 206-543-4238, asuwcore@u.washington.edu, or stop by HUB 113.

The World Affairs Council is currently accepting applications for Winter Quarter internships and the deadline is this Friday, November 20th.
Internships are available in Administration, Community Programs, Global Classroom and the International Visitor Program. Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. Information about internships and the application process can be found on the website:
http://world-affairs.org/aboutus_internships.html.

The World Affairs Council of Seattle, a non-profit, non-partisan organization, is the leading foreign affairs forum in the Pacific Northwest. Since 1951, the Council’s purpose has been to promote greater understanding of global affairs in our Puget Sound community through a balance of public events, educational activities and the international visitor program.

For those students who are interested in exploring jobs in the policy arena-either in Washington, D.C. or at the state level-the Koch Associate Program is a great place to start. According to Forbes.com, D.C. (where the program is based) has one of the strongest job markets in the nation. The Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation,is currently accepting applications for the 2010-11 Koch Associate Program-an elite job opportunity for young professionals who are passionate about free-market ideas and who want to become more effective at advancing liberty throughout their careers. Through the year-long program, which begins in June 2010, Associates work full-time within a free-market think tank, policy institute, or grassroots organization. While most positions are located in the D.C. area, there are also opportunities outside of D.C. at various state-based organizations.

Applications are now available for the new Freeman Indonesia Nonprofit Internship Program, funded by the Freeman Foundation.  The Institute of International Education (IIE) will select and pair 10 Indonesian students pursuing U.S. degrees with 10 U.S. sophomores & juniors and arrange internships for them to work together in an Indonesian nonprofit organization. In addition to the practical internship experience, U.S. participants will be enrolled in an Indonesian language and culture course. As part of the 9-week experience, from June 15 to August 17, 2010, the Freeman Interns will participate in a three-day orientation and a final capstone seminar in Jakarta, organized by IIE’s partner organization, the Indonesian International Education Foundation (IIEF). All program-related costs will be covered.

Applicants may be in any academic field. Internships may be available in, but are not limited to, the following fields: Arts, Economic Development, Education, Environmental Protection, Public Health, Others.

Applicants must meet ALL of the following eligibility requirements:

• be a U.S. citizen or Indonesian citizen (US permanent residents are not eligible)
• be currently enrolled as a full-time sophomore or junior pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at a U.S. college or university
• be in good academic standing in their undergraduate university or college program

More information and the online application are available at http://www.iie.org/programs/finip. The application deadline is Feb. 15, 2010.

The Career Center Workshops & Events for November 16 – November 20

NOTE: Unless indicated, no need to register or sign up for the following workshops.  Just come! 
**All The Career Center workshops are held in Room 134 Mary Gates Hall unless otherwise noted **

**Monday, November 16, 10:00 – 2:00, Law School Fair, HUB East Ballroom**

Annual Career Center Law School Fair, sponsored by the The Career Center and the Pre-Law Student Society.   Representatives of more than 80 law schools from across the country.

For a complete list of attending law schools, as well as information on tips and events designed to help you prepare for the Fair, please visit http://careers.washington.edu/Law-Fair

Tuesday, November 17, 3:30 – 4:30, Networking for Shy People (and Everyone Else)!

Thursday, November 19, 3:30 – 4:30, Job Offer & Salary Negotiations

Friday, November 20, 1:30 – 3:00, Finding Federal Government Jobs