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The mission of the Fund for Animals Wildlife Center, a program of The Humane Society of the United States, is to create a humane and sustainable world for all animals, including people, through education advocacy, and the promotion of respect and compassion. Interns at FFWAC have the opportunity to learn about native wildlife in rehabilitation as well as the exotic species who are residents of our Sanctuary. An "intern" is anyone who chooses to perform services for FFA without monetary compensation but may be provided with on-site housing and academic credit, and who completes a specific project at the direction of and on behalf of FFA. Interns must be at least 18 years of age to apply. Internships are available year-round for a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week for 12 weeks up to 40 hours per week for at least 6 weeks; a total minimum commitment of 240 hours. Interns participate in the same activities as volunteers but in a more intense and individualized capacity. Interns will develop their own independent project which they must complete by the end of their term; the project will be confirmed with staff (and any applicable academic advisor) within the first 2 weeks of the interns program. On-site housing may be available for interns committing at least 30 hours per week and will be discussed after receipt of the initial application; please note your interest in housing accommodations in your cover letter. As interns may be traveling from outside of the area, in-person orientations are not required and a phone or Skype interview can be scheduled instead. At least two letters of recommendation must be submitted with the application form when applying for an internship. Copies of any academic requirements should also be submitted. International interns are solely responsible for obtaining any required Visas.

We have an opening for a hardworking, creative and detail-oriented intern to join our public relations team. You will be offered the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals from a variety of industries and given real responsibilities ranging from writing news, engaging reporters, and producing breakthrough, award-winning PR campaigns. If you feel you have the skills necessary to write well about a wide variety of topics, from technology to health care, and the initiative to come up with new ideas, then please send us a writing sample or two, a résumé and a cover letter explaining why you would be an asset to our team. We offer a fun, collaborative environment and even provide lunch occasionally. This an unpaid, full-time internship program, though we do reimburse the cost of New York City public transport for our interns.

Are you energetic, creative and want to gain valuable business knowledge and experience in running a small business? If so, we would love to speak with you! YogaPiphany, a growing yoga, fitness and wellness organization located in the Upper Valley (NH), is looking for a summer intern to assist in daily small business operations up to 15 hours per week. The ideal person is a multi-tasker with a can-do attitude. This individual is also a fast learner who can take direction and easily convert that direction into action, learning new ideas and leveraging small business technology. The intern would also need to be creative , assisting in marketing campaigns via social media and other channels, as well as various other business related projects. In this position, the intern will develop their skills in the areas of marketing, bookkeeping and communications. The internship may also include attending talks or online seminars and helping to increase the engagement of new clients, to include conducting market research and providing insight on future opportunities. YogaPiphany Yoga Studios and Epiphany Natural Health promote wellness via instructor led yoga and fitness classes in 2 locations and a health and wellness coaching business. Both businesses are in their start up phases, making this a great opportunity to gain insight into entrepreneurship. While this is not a paid internship, compensation will be provided to the intern in the form of unlimited membership to the studios, including all of it's yoga and fitness classes, during the period of the internship. He or she will also be welcome to participate in any workshops, in our health coaching program and any other programs or events being conducted by the organization. If you are interested in this position please email info@ypyogastudios.com and include a letter of interest. This letter should include your contact information, why you are interested in this position, and what skills and experience will help you be successful in this position.

Description of the Program/Site The Center for Urban Community Services (CUCS) is a pioneer in creating comprehensive, effective housing and service programs for homeless and low-income people, primarily single adults, particularly those suffering from serious mental illness, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, and other disabling conditions. Since its inception at Columbia University in 1979, CUCS has also worked to improve public policy affecting the homeless and dispossessed. Thousands of formerly homeless people have found independence and rebuilt their lives with the help of CUCS' programs and services. The Center for Urban Community Services invites applications for a Summer Internship position at the CUCS Transitional Living Community (TLC). The TLC is a nationally recognized model for helping mentally ill homeless people acquire housing. The program services include: transitional housing for 43 women, comprehensive case management, group treatment, on-site psychiatric and medical services and housing placement.

Animal Programs - Veterinary Medical Records Internship

Company Overview:
Since its opening in 1971, the Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, FL has grown to feature four theme parks the Magic Kingdom ® Park, Epcot ®, Disneys Hollywood Studios ®, and Disneys Animal Kingdom ® Theme Park. In addition, more than 20 themed resort hotels, two water parks, and the Downtown Disney® Area, a daytime and nighttime entertainment complex, are part of the Walt Disney World Resort.

Department Overview:
This Disney Professional Internship provides experience working in a busy veterinary hospital records area. The intern will be working with the Medical Records Team to maintain animal records, ensure data integrity and work with the Animal Care Teams. Interns will use skills and technology to collect, monitor and maintain medical data for the Veterinary Services Team.



Responsibilities

• File paper documents (lab work, clinical notes, treatment sheets, etc.) in the appropriate animals records.
  
• Create medical records for new animals.
  
• Archive inactive records.
  
• Enter data into various spreadsheets.
  
• Track lab results, consulting with outside labs when appropriate.
  
• Distribute communication regarding avian gender determination lab results.
  
• Travel to the Tri-Circle D Ranch® on a weekly basis to file and maintain records at that location.
  
• Share information about medical records with guests during a weekly "on-stage" guest interaction session.
  
• Work on various projects, as requested, for the Animal Care Staff.

Basic Qualifications You must meet the basic qualification in order to apply for the internship:

• Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0
  
• Junior, senior or recent college graduate
  
• Health Information Management, Veterinary Technician, Pre-Veterinary, Zoology or related major field of study
  
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  
• Demonstrated ability to accurately handle detailed information
  
• Public speaking experience
  
• Written communication skills
  
• Minimum of six months of records and/or data management experience

Additional InformationRequired Materials:

• Résumé (outlining all of your required qualifications)
  
• Cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest
  
• College transcripts (official or unofficial)
  

To upload these documents:

• Log into your dashboard at www.DisneyInterns.com
  
• Click the link labeled Upload Résumé
  
• Be sure your document is titled in this format: FirstName_LastName_Type (i.e. Mickey_Mouse_Transcripts or Mickey_Mouse_CoverLetter)
  
• Select document type of Other
  

If you experience any difficulty with uploading documents, please e-mail wdw.animal.program.interns@disney.com .

Internship Eligibility:

• Must be enrolled in a U. S. college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
  
• Must be at least 18 years of age
  
• Not have already completed two consecutive (spring/fall) College or Professional Internship Programs
  
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
  
• Must provide full work availability
  
• Must provide own transportation to/from work
  
• Current Active Disney cast members must meet Professional Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months)

Program Length:
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2013 through January 2014. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.

Housing:
A limited amount of company-sponsored housing is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Please Note:
You may be contacted after your application has been reviewed to turn in additional support materials. If you have any additional questions please email wdw.animal.program.interns@disney.com .

Application Deadline:
The deadline to apply for this internship is March 8, 2013.

Recommendation Print This Role Description:
Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected for a phone interview. Note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed on March 8, 2013.

Attention International Students:
If you are currently studying in the United States on an F-1 or J-1 Visa and do not have a Social Security number, please contact our office at 407-828-1736 PRIOR to applying.

Student Nurse Summer Internship Program, July 15 - August 16, 2013. Only 20 positions available - Med-Surg, Telemetry, Critical Care, Maternity and Behavioral Medicine - Opportunities to learn under the supervision of a preceptor in a variety of Med-Surg, Telemetry, Critical Care, Maternity and Behavioral Medicine settings. - Scope of practice is a CNA, but will be precepting with a RN - Must be available full-time, variable shifts for the 5 week period from July 15 - August 16 - Qualifications: must be a RN student graduating in December 2013 or Spring 2014 -Option to work in student nurse float pool upon completion of program. Application deadline is Feb 28, 2013 at 12:00 PM (PST)

INTERN POSITION TITLE: Intern, Asia/Eurasia Partnerships DEPARTMENT: Global Programs LOCATION: Stamford, CT ASSIGNMENT LENGTH AND HOURS: This is a summer internship opportunity that runs from June to August 2013. This position requires a minimum commitment of 4 days per week as well as consistent attendance to ensure that projects are seen to completion. ABOUT AMERICARES AmeriCares is a nonprofit global health and disaster relief organization that delivers medicines, medical supplies and aid to people in need around the world and across the United States. Since it was established in 1982, AmeriCares has distributed more than $10 billion in humanitarian aid to 164 countries. POSITION SUMMARY The Asia/Eurasia Partnerships division is one of four regional teams within the Global Programs department of AmeriCares. We support health care and social service programs in such countries as Afghanistan, Armenia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Kosovo, the Philippines, Romania, and Uzbekistan. Our programs combine gift-in-kind aid donations with financial grants and training opportunities in order to build local capacity to address some of the most pressing health care issues, including: disaster management, maternal and neonatal survival, child nutrition, infectious disease outbreaks, and prevention and control of chronic conditions such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The AmeriCares internship in Asia/Eurasia Partnerships provides an exciting opportunity for a student interested in humanitarian aid operations in the region. Our three-person team manages a diverse and challenging portfolio that offers a very substantive work experience for an intern. The position is structured such that the intern is engaged in daily workflow by taking on assignments of immediate importance while also managing longer-term projects that will help strengthen our efficiency and effectiveness. In addition, throughout the duration of the internship, the intern will participate in an institution-wide group project along with other summer interns.

INTERN POSITION TITLE: Intern, Social Media Marketing & Communications DEPARTMENT: Online Communications (Web) LOCATION: Stamford HQ ASSIGNMENT LENGTH AND HOURS: This is a summer internship opportunity and runs from June - August. This position requires a minimum commitment of 4 days/ week and consistent attendance to ensure that projects are seen to completion. ABOUT AMERICARES AmeriCares is a nonprofit global health and disaster relief organization that delivers medicines, medical supplies and aid to people in need around the world and across the United States. Since it was established in 1982, AmeriCares has distributed more than $10 billion in humanitarian aid to 164 countries. POSITION SUMMARY The Web Team in the Communications Department serves a global constituency of donors, recipients, partners (donor & program) and a growing community of people who are interested in the mission of AmeriCares. The team maintains/builds/enhances all of the online channels of communication including multiple web sites, applications and a growing presence in social media (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube). The team also creates/develops/publishes content for each channel. Our social media presence has expanded the responsibilities of the web team to build engagement with a growing online community. Reporting to the Web Marketing Manager, the social media intern will be directly involved in the daily creation and publication of content for Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and our blog platform. Writing skills and some social media experience are a basic requirement. In addition, the intern will develop periodic reports of social media data to evaluate campaign effectiveness and develop strategies. Research on new tools and applications that could expand our social networking presence will also be an ongoing project.

NHPA is seeking bright, highly motivated candidates for several unpaid fall internship positions. Interns will work with a team of health professionals who develop, test, and market health promotion, wellness, and prevention programs for children, adolescents, and young adults. Interns may be eligible for college credit through their college or university. National Health Promotion Associates, Inc. is a small but expanding and dynamic health promotion and wellness firm located in White Plains, New York (25 miles outside of Manhattan and accessible by MetroNorth Commuter Rail).

The Mission of the Foundation PXE International Initiates, funds and conducts research on pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) Provides support for individuals and families affected by PXE Provides resources for healthcare professionals. PXE International initiates and conducts research. Currently, we are conducting an extensive epidemiological study. This study consists of a substantial online questionnaire answered by individuals affected by PXE. The information is collected and analyzed to characterize the disease and discover potential biomarkers.