]]>The National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students (NISTS) offers a great opportunity for students to become "ambassadors" and participate in NISTS annual conference in Atlanta (February).Outstanding transfer students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to submit an application.Selection Criteria:
The selection committee focuses on bringing together a Transfer Student Ambassador group that reflects a broad range of transfer experiences. As such, applications should include evidence of the following:
A powerful transfer story
Leadership and student advocacy experience
Strong public speaking skills
Potential for sharing meaningful insights with higher education professionals who work with transfer students
Willingness to learn more about the transfer landscape and the factors that shape transfer policies, practices, programs, and processes
Application Link:https://www.nists.org/transferstudentambassadors
UMBC Recreation is seeking 1-3 Marketing Intern for the Fall 2018 semester.
Preferred Experience:
Print, web, social media, and/or visual marketing skills.
Experience with appropriate software applications (such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere or similar video editing programs).
Interest in health and fitness.
Position Overview: Assist in marketing and promotion of all UMBC Recreation programs and services. Programs include: fitness and wellness, club sports, intramural sports, open recreation and physical education. Collaborate with Campus Recreation professionals and student employees to assist executing a marketing plan.
Responsibilities Include:
This internship is unpaid. 120 hours. Some weekends and evenings may be necessary. Interested applicants should e-mail wohlstet@umbc.edu.
]]>Name:Justine Cataneo
Internship, Co-op or Research Site: Inside Broadway
Position Title: Intern
Major(s)/Minor(s):BFA Acting
Work Term:Summer 2018
Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities.
Every day I am involved in completing different tasks at my internship. I travel from Middletown, NJ to New York, NY on the train and go to 130 9th Avenue. When I come into the office, I am usually given a list of tasks. These tasks can include: delivering checks to actors and/or teaching artists, making Playbills for school programs, researching items for our silent/live auction. I also inventoried all of the items in our stockroom and created an Excel sheet of each individual item. This sheet was sent to every teaching artist so that when they need costumes, they can easily see what we have and what needs to be ordered. This saves Inside Broadway from having to continuously pay for items that they already have stocked.
One of the most exciting parts of my job are working at our Creating the Magic events. This summer, I was able to go to Chicago and Phantom of the Opera for these events. Each Creating the Magic involves busing students from each of the boroughs to Manhattan. The students see pieces of the show and learn about the backstage jobs involved in running a show. Usually, the stage manager, lighting operator, musicians, sound engineer come onstage and do a demonstration for the children that explains their job title. The actors perform 3-4 numbers from the show. Most of these students have never seen a Broadway show, been to a Broadway theatre or have even been to Manhattan!
My favorite part of these programs is seeing how excited all of the students get at each of the demonstrations. They sit on the edge of their seats and clap and cheer for the cast members. It is rewarding to see that all of the time, effort and money that goes into these programs makes thousands of children incredibly happy. I am usually lucky enough to receive a backstage tour of the theaters and meet the actors after their performance. I love being able to introduce myself to people in the industry and to start making making connections.
Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?
When I was in high school, I interviewed for this position. One of the schools that my company works with is my father's school. My boss was speaking to my father about how they needed an intern and he recommended me. I submitted my resume and did a phone interview. This summer, I re-submitted my work and acting resumes. Since my boss had worked with me before and was pleased with my work, she hired me immediately for the summer.
What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization?
I have greatly enjoyed seeing children's reaction to theater and performance. When I go to schools and see elementary students singing and dancing for their community, it reminds me of the joy theatre brings to my life.
How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?
I am an organized and efficient worker. I think I relieved some stress off of my supervisors by always completing tasks in a sensible and timely matter. I was able to be given a list of tasks and each item would be crossed off and taken care of before I caught the train home.
What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?
I would suggest making sure your internship is in your field of interest. Seek out companies who you would want to work for one day.
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]]>Do you have an interest in Becoming a Nonprofit Leader or Social Entrepreneur?
Are you ready to intern within a Nonprofit or Social Venture this Fall?
If yes, apply to the Shattuck Family Internship Program for
Entrepreneurship Innovation and Social Change. DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Wednesday, July 11th
The Shattuck Family Internship Program for Entrepreneurship
Innovation and Social Change prepares UMBC students for the rigors and
rewards of entrepreneurship and social innovation. This program places
highly-motivated students from diverse backgrounds in mentored
internships to better prepare them to launch nonprofit or social
ventures. Students get training and experience to empower them to become
the next generation of social entrepreneurs–working largely in the
not-for-profit world, developing and delivering innovative solutions to
some of our region’s most urgent social problems.
Internships last one semester (15 weeks) and students will work, on
average, 8 to 10 hours per week. Students receive a stipend of $1,500
toward their compensation. In addition to the internship, students
engage in projects and activities that further expose them to the social
entrepreneurial mindset.
Why Participate?
- Earn a competitive stipend of $1,500
- Gain valuable experience in your career field by interning 120 hours over the course of the semester (8-10 hours per week)
- Be exposed to the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to successfully launch and manage a nonprofit/social venture
- Develop a network of contacts in the nonprofit community for future references and opportunities
- Apply classroom knowledge in a realistic work environment and apply lessons learned in the workplace to academic coursework
TO APPLY:
Interested students are asked to submit a Resume and a Cover Letter answering the following questions:
Discuss your interest in social entrepreneurship/nonprofit leadership
and this intern program. What has been your entrepreneurial involvement
thus far such as coursework, seminars, etc. (if applicable)? What type
of nonprofit would you like to intern for and why?
REQUIREMENTS: 2.9 GPA or above, Undergraduate student status, Open to ALL Majors
Credentials can be submitted via UMBCworks, position 9299903.
Christine Routzahn, Director
Career Center, UMBC
routzahn@umbc.edu, 410-455-3671