Political Science Internship and Career Opportunities: February 2013

Friday, February 15, 2013

Political Science Internship and Career Newsletter - February 15, 2013

In this issue:

[1] Politics and Pizza - February 19, 2013
[2] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

[3] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops
[4] Internship Opportunity with Wes-Del Baseball and Softball Association
[5] Internship Opportunities with the Republican National Committee (Wash DC)
[6] Internship Opportunities with the ACLU (NYC and Wash DC)
[7] Internship Opportunities with Rep. André Carson
[8] Career Center Resources
[9] Upcoming Career Center Workshops
[10] Receiving Academic Credit for your Internship

[1] Politics and Free Pizza - February 19, 2013

Date: February 19, 2013
Time: 4pm - 6pm
Location: Student Center Forum Room, 2nd floor

Learn about our courses, internships, graduate programs, meet the faculty and more. And Pizza!

For more information: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/join-political-science-department-for.html

[2] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

Date: Thursday, February 21, 2013
Time: Noon - 4pm
Location: Worthen Arena

Cardinal Job Fair attracts an average of 70 employers seeking to meet students on Ball State’s campus. This event is open to all class levels, providing opportunities for graduating seniors looking for permanent employment, as well as younger students searching for internships.

For more information: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/01/cardinal-career-fair-february-21-2013.html

[3] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops

The Career Center has videos from previous workshops on topics such as, Making Contacts at a Job Fair and Finding Jobs at a Job Fair.

For links to the videos: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/prepare-for-cardinal-job-fair-with.html

[4] Internship Opportunity with Wes-Del Baseball and Softball Association

The Wes-Del Baseball and Softball Association has internship opportunities for students interested in chairing the concesssions committee.

For more information: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/internship-opportunity-with-wes-del.html

[5] Internship Opportunities with the Republican National Committee

There are internship opportunities available with the Republican National Committee (RNC) in Washington DC.

Opportunities exist in a number of different divisions, including press, finance, research, strategy, constituent services, and more.

Application deadline is February 15, 2013. For more info: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/rnc-internship-program-for.html

[6] Internship Opportunities with the ACLU (NYC and Wash DC)

The American Civil Liberties Union has several internship opportunities available in NYC and Washington DC.
National Prison Project (info at http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/internship-opportunity-with-aclu-in-dc.html)
Human Rights Program (info at http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/internship-opportunity-with-aclu-in-nyc_3929.html)
Speech Privacy and Technology (info at http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/internship-opportunity-with-aclu-in-nyc_8.html)
Reproductive Freedom Project (info at http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/internship-opportunity-with-aclu-in-nyc.html)

[7] Internship opportunity with Rep. André Carson

The Office of Congressman André Carson is seeking community-minded individuals to serve as administrative interns in its Indianapolis office.

Ideal candidates are team players who work well under pressure, have excellent communications skills, and have a desire to serve the constituents of the 7th Congressional District.

Duties include, but are not limited to assisting District Staff with answering phones, drafting constituent correspondence, attending community events, aiding in constituent casework, and various other tasks.

For more information: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/01/internship-oppotunity-rep-andre-carson.html

[8] Career Center Resources

The Career Center has a wealth of resources to help you in your search for internships and permanent employment.

Here is how you can learn more about Career Center services:

Visit the Career Center website at:
http://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/CareerCenter.aspx

The Career Center website lists the resources available at the Career Center, has a calendar of upcoming events, and lists contact information for key personnel who can help you with your career plans. You can browse the website to get an idea of the resources available to you.

While you can learn a little by browsing the website, to fully utilize the Career Center’s resources you should consult with Career Center staff. You can visit the Career Lab in Lucina 235, where there are staff members who can show you how to use the databases and other resources.

You can also contact Dr. Joe Goodwin (j212goodwin@bsu.edu) at the Career Center. Dr. Goodwin is the Career Center advisor for students in the College of Sciences and Humanities (that’s you) and will be glad to discuss your career plans with you.

If you don’t use the Career Center you’re limiting your prospects for a successful internship or career search.

[9] Upcoming Career Center Workshops

The Career Center is hosting several upcoming workshops of interest to students seeking internships or permanent employment. Upcoming topics include:

Writing winning resumes
Interviewing for success
How to prepare for a job fair

For a list of dates, times, and locations: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/career-center-workshops-21513-through.html

[10] Receiving Academic Credit for your Internship

Internships are valuable in themselves because of the experience they provide. Students who have completed an internship are better positioned to go on the permanent job market than those who haven’t.

But it is also possible to get academic credit for your internship. For political science undergraduates, completing an internship is one way to complete your capstone requirement. For graduate students in the MPA program, an internship is required unless you have appropriate professional experience. Grad students in the MA program may, but are not required to, complete an internship for credit.

If you are planning a summer or fall internship, make sure that it is eligible for academic credit. Make an appointment with Dr. Taylor (cdtaylor@bsu.edu) to discuss your internship plans.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Career Center Workshops - 2/15/13 through 3/1/13

How to prepare for a job fair
Date: February 15, 2013
Time: 1-2pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

How to prepare for a job fair
Date: February 19, 2013
Time: 5-6pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

Campus to Career Panel
Date: February 20, 2013
Time: 5-6pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

For more information about these workshops, contact the Career Center, 765-285-1522 or www.bsu.edu/careers

Join the Political Science Department for Politics and Free Pizza

Date: February 19, 2013
Time: 4pm - 6pm
Location: Student Center Forum Room, 2nd floor

Current and Prospective Political Science Majors, Minors and Graduate Students Are Strongly Encouraged to Attend
Learn more about our courses!
Learn about our undergraduate degrees!
Find out about student activities!
Find out about scholarship and internship opportunities! Learn how to apply to our graduate programs!

Meet our faculty!

Everyone is welcome!!!

Internship Opportunity with Wes-Del Baseball and Softball Association

Concession Chair Internship Posting:

The Wes-Del Baseball and Softball Association is searching for an intern (possibly two) to fill the role of Concession Chairperson. The Wes-Del Baseball and Softball Association is a licensed non-for-profit organization located in Northwestern Delaware County (about 10 miles from Ball State). We have over well over 200 kids participating in our league this year with 28 teams including our tri-county all-star teams. This opportunity comes with many duties and responsibilities and would require dedication. The internship would begin May 6^th and end on June 29^th, 2013. The time commitment would be most weekday evenings, Saturday mornings, and a few Sunday afternoons. This internship provides a unique opportunity to network with many of the areas business leaders and educators in an informal setting.

Duties:

· Would be appointed as an officer of the board of directors of the organization.

· Would coordinate and train parent volunteers in operating the concession stand

· Would coordinate in the stocking and supplying the concession stand

o Input and control over menu options, etc

· Would be responsible for depositing and handling money made during games

· Would be responsible for paying umpires with concession money

o Developing a tracking system for this umpire pay

· Would be responsible for the overall operations regarding the concession stand

· Would be responsible for providing profit margin and volume analysis on sales

Requirements:

· Must be able to deal with customer complaints in a professional and appropriate manner

· Must be responsible and dependable

· Must be able to multitask

· Must be flexible enough to adjust schedule when rainouts occur.

Interested Applicants can Contact:

Jason Chafin, President

Wes-Del Baseball & Softball Association

765-716-5526

jchafin1@aol.com

Friday, February 8, 2013

Political Science Internship and Career Newsletter - February 8, 2013

In this issue:

[1] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

[2] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops
[3] Internship Opportunities with the Republican National Committee (Wash DC)
[4] Internship Opportunities with the ACLU (NYC and Wash DC)
[5] Internship Opportunities with Rep. André Carson
[6] Career Center Resources
[7] Upcoming Career Center Workshops
[8] Receiving Academic Credit for your Internship

[1] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

[2] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops

[3] Internship Opportunities with the Republican National Committee

[4] Internship Opportunities with the ACLU (NYC and Wash DC)

[5] Internship opportunity with Rep. André Carson

[6] Career Center Resources

[7] Upcoming Career Center Workshops

[8] Receiving Academic Credit for your Internship

Prepare for the Cardinal Job Fair with workshop videos

Are you planning to attend the Cardinal Job Fair?

Then you might want to prepare by viewing some workshop videos produced by the Career Center.

Making Contacts at a Job Fair

Finding Jobs at a Job Fair

You can find the complete list of videos here.

Career Center Workshops - 2/11/13 through 3/1/13

Writing winning resumes
Date: February 13, 2013
Time: 4-5pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

Interviewing for success
Date: February 13, 2013
Time: 5-6pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

How to prepare for a job fair
Date: February 13, 2013
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

How to prepare for a job fair
Date: February 15, 2013
Time: 1-2pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

How to prepare for a job fair
Date: February 19, 2013
Time: 5-6pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

Campus to Career Panel
Date: February 20, 2013
Time: 5-6pm
Location: Bracken Library 104

For more information about these workshops, contact the Career Center, 765-285-1522 or www.bsu.edu/careers

RNC Internship Program for Undergraduate Students

There are internship opportunities available with the Republican National Committee (RNC) in Washington DC.

Opportunities exist in a number of different divisions, including press, finance, research, strategy, constituent services, and more.

Application deadline is February 15, 2013.

For more information and complete application instructions visit the website:

http://www.gop.com/internships/

Internship Opportunity with ACLU in DC - National Prison Project

SUMMER 2013 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
National Prison Project, Washington, D.C.

The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with more than 500,000 members dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The National Prison Project of the ACLU’s National Office in Washington, D.C. invites applicants for the Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship, which will begin in May or June 2013.

OVERVIEW

Founded in 1972 by the American Civil Liberties Union, the National Prison Project (NPP) seeks to ensure constitutional conditions of confinement in prisons, jails, juvenile facilities, and immigration detention facilities. The Project seeks to promote prisoners’ rights through class action litigation and public education. Its priorities include reducing prison overcrowding, improving prisoner medical care, eliminating violence and maltreatment, and increasing oversight and accountability in prisons, jails, and other places of detention.

The Project also works to challenge the policies of over-incarceration that have led the United States to imprison more people than any other country in the world. This is an opportune moment to reform those policies. There is a growing consensus among criminal justice experts and policymakers that America’s criminal justice system has relied too heavily on incarceration as the first and often only response for non-violent behavior that could better be addressed through other means. The population in American prisons and jails has tripled in the past 15 years and now approaches two and a half million. Facilities are overcrowded; medical systems are overwhelmed; work, education, and treatment programs are inadequate; and prison violence has increased. This failed experiment does not make us safer, it is not affordable, and it exacerbates the racial disparities that have long plagued the criminal justice system.

The Project, with a staff of seven lawyers, has fought and continues to fight unlawful prison conditions and practices through successful litigation on behalf of prisoners in more than 25 states. Since 1991, the Project has represented prisoners in five cases before the United States Supreme Court. The ACLU is the only organization litigating prison conditions of confinement nationwide on behalf of men, women, and children.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

The Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship requires a 12-16 week commitment. The internship is full-time or part-time, with weekly hours that are negotiable. Since this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek funding from outside sources. Arrangements can be made with students’ schools for work/study stipend or course credit.

Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the National Prison Project team. They will also learn about building and supporting strategic legislative and advocacy campaigns. Work will include the following:

·         Assisting with the production and distribution of advocacy materials.
·         Conducting factual research and writing.
·         Gathering current information related to prison and jail conditions for a resource library.
·         Documenting and tracking complaints received from prisoners and responding with informational materials.
·         Other projects as assigned.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

This Internship is open to students who have completed their first year of college, and who are enrolled in an undergraduate program for communications, political science, or sociology. Applicants must possess:

·         A strong interest in criminal justice and a commitment to civil rights.
·         Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
·         Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
·         Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume to hrjobsNPP@aclu.org. Reference [Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship - NPP] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to National Prison Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.

Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:

Hilary Krase
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
RE: Spring 2013 Undergraduate Internship – NPP
915 15th Street, NW - 6th Floor
Washington DC, 20005
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.

The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment@aclu.org.

The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”

Internship Opportunity with ACLU in NYC - Human Rights Program

SUMMER 2013 UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
HUMAN RIGHTS PROGRAM

The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with more than 500,000 members dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Human Rights Program (HRP) in the ACLU’s National Office in New York City seeks applicants for a Summer Undergraduate Internship starting in June 2013.

OVERVIEW

The Human Rights Program (HRP) is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen democratic institutions and values, and advocates for government transparency and accountability, and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law. The Center for Democracy includes, in addition to the Human Rights Program, the National Security Project and the Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology.

The Human Rights Program (HRP) is dedicated to holding the U.S. government accountable to its international human rights obligations and commitments. HRP uses human rights strategies to complement existing ACLU legal and legislative advocacy primarily in the areas of immigrants' rights, national security, women's rights, prisoners’ rights, criminal law reform, and racial justice. To this end, the Program conducts human rights documentation and related advocacy to combat human rights violations in the U.S., and engages in advocacy and litigation before U.S. courts and international bodies, including the United Nations and regional human rights bodies (such as the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights).

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

The Summer Undergraduate Internship requires a 10-12 week commitment. HRP offers both full-time and part-time internships, with weekly hours that are negotiable. The number of interns accepted varies. Interns are encouraged to obtain funding from outside sources, as the internship is unpaid. Arrangements can be made with interns’ schools for work/study or course credit.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The undergraduate internship is designed to provide interns with the opportunity to learn about human rights and other public interest work. Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the HRP team on projects to include:

·         Conducting factual research on issues relating to civil liberties and human rights.
·         Assisting with the production of litigation and advocacy materials.
·         Assisting in preparations for human rights advocacy before the United Nations and the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights
·         Work on other projects as assigned.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

The internship is open to students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have completed their first year of college. Applicants must possess:

·         A commitment to civil liberties and human rights issues.
·         Excellent research, writing, and communications skills.
·         Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
·         Demonstrated initiative to see projects through to completion.
·         Basic knowledge of and/or interest in international human rights law desired.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and a non-fiction writing sample of no more than five pages in length to HRjobsHRP@aclu.org. Reference [2013 Summer Undergraduate Internship – Human Rights Program] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Human Rights Program postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.

Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this opportunity, and whether you are interested in a full-time or part-time internship.

The deadline for applications for the Summer Internship is April 1, 2013. Applications received after this date will only be considered if space is available.

The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment@aclu.org.

The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”

Internship Opportunity with ACLU in NYC - Speech, Privacy & Technology

2013 SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
Speech, Privacy & Technology Project, NY

The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with more than 500,000 members dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Speech, Privacy & Technology Project of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City seeks applicants for a Summer Internship starting in June 2013.

OVERVIEW

The Speech, Privacy and Technology Project (SPT) is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen democratic institutions and values, including the values of government transparency and accountability, and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law. The Speech, Privacy and Technology Project is dedicated to protecting and expanding the First Amendment freedoms of expression, association, and inquiry; expanding the right to privacy and increasing the control that individuals have over their personal information; and ensuring that civil liberties are enhanced rather than compromised by new advances in science and technology. The project is currently litigating cases and conducting other advocacy efforts on a variety of issues, including political protest, freedom of expression online, privacy of electronic information, journalists’ rights, scientific freedom, and openness in the courts.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

The Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship requires a 10-12 week commitment. SPT offers full-time and part-time internships with weekly hours that are negotiable. The number of interns accepted for the position may vary. Interns are highly encouraged to obtain funding from outside sources, as the internship is unpaid. Arrangements can be made with the student’s school for work/study or course credit.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The intern will gain valuable experience by working with the SPT team on a wide variety of issues to include:

·         Conducting factual and legal research on issues relating to free speech, privacy and technology.
·         Preparation, production, and development of litigation and advocacy materials.
·         Litigation and advocacy projects.
·         The opportunity to write blog posts for “Free Future,” the ACLU’s privacy and technology blog.
·         Assisting with the maintenance of case files.
·         Other projects as assigned.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of one year‘s college experience is preferred. Applications will also be considered from any individuals who have a demonstrated interest in social justice and possess the following:

·         Excellent research, writing and communications skills.
·         Demonstrated initiative to see projects through to completion.
·         Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume to hrjobsSPT@aclu.org, and include [Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship – SPT] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Speech, Privacy & Technology Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.

Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this opportunity.

We strongly encourage applicants to apply by April 1, 2013, but applications will be accepted until the internship is filled.

The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment@aclu.org.

The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU”.

Internship Opportunity with ACLU in NYC - Reproductive Freedom Project

SUMMER 2013 UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
Reproductive Freedom Project, NY

The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with more than 500,000 members dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Reproductive Freedom Project in the ACLU’s National Office in New York City invites applicants for its Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship starting in May or June 2013.

OVERVIEW

The mission of the ACLU’s Reproductive Freedom Project (RFP) is to secure a world that respects and supports everyone’s right to form intimate relationships and to decide whether and when to have a child. Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, the Project strives to ensure that the freedoms and opportunities enjoyed by some become the freedoms and opportunities enjoyed by all. In particular, the Project works to ensure access to abortion services, comprehensive sex education, and affordable contraception, and to protect the rights of marginalized women to continue their pregnancies. The ACLU is particularly committed to ensuring that individuals’ reproductive rights are not compromised because of their race, youth, or economic status, and believes that reproductive rights work must be informed by broader racial and social justice considerations.

For more than three decades, RFP has participated in nearly every critical reproductive rights case before the Supreme Court and in significant cases in federal and state courts too numerous to count, including challenges to intrusive counseling laws; laws that defund organizations because they provide or refer for abortion; bans on abortion procedures; laws that restrict teens’ access to abortion; and restrictions on insurance coverage of abortion. The ACLU is also the nation’s leading expert on the intersection between reproductive rights and the religion and free speech clauses of the First Amendment. The Reproductive Freedom Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on reproductive rights, women’s rights, LGBT issues, and freedom of religion and belief.

The Reproductive Freedom Project is unique among reproductive rights organizations in that it works with the ACLU’s nationwide network of affiliates and across the organization with attorneys who specialize in other civil liberties areas, including free speech, race and poverty issues, and lesbian and gay rights.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

The Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship requires an 8 - 12 week commitment. The internship is part-time, with weekly hours that are negotiable. The number of interns accepted for the position may vary. Interns are highly encouraged to obtain funding from outside sources as the internship is unpaid. Arrangements can be made for work/study or course credit.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the RFP team. They will gain experience by:

·         Conducting factual research on issues relating to civil liberties and reproductive freedom.
·         Assisting with the archiving of case files and advocacy materials.
·         Working on other projects as assigned.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

The internship is open to students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have completed their first year of college. Applicants must possess:

·         A commitment to civil liberties and a strong interest in reproductive freedom, social justice and legal issues.
·         Excellent research, writing, and communications skills.
·         Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
·         Demonstrated initiative to see projects through to completion.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and a non-fiction writing sample of no more than five pages in length to hrjobsRFP@aclu.org. Reference [Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship – RFP] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Reproductive Freedom Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.

Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.   We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment@aclu.org.

The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name "ACLU."

Friday, February 1, 2013

Political Science Internship and Career Newsletter - February 1, 2013

In this issue:

[1] Washington DC Internship Opportunities with The Washington Center

[2] Interested in a Career in the Nonprofit Sector?

[3] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

[4] Internship Opportunities with Rep. André Carson
[5] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops
[6] Career Center Resources
[7] Upcoming Career Center Workshops
[8] Receiving Academic Credit for your Internship

[1] Washington DC Internship Opportunities with The Washington Center

Date: Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Time: 3:30pm
Location: NQ 141

Attend an information session and learn about Washington DC internship opportunities in:

International Affairs,
Law and Criminal Justice,
Political Leadership,
Media and Communications, and more

For more information: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/01/washington-dc-internship-opportunities_8867.html

[2] Interested in a Career in the Nonprofit Sector?

Date: Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Time: 12:30-1:30pm

Location: BSU Center for Peace and Conflict Studies

The Center for Peace and Conflict Studies is hosting a Brown Bag presentation this upcoming Tuesday, February 5th, from 12:30-1:30 at the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies. Bryan Orander, President of Charitable Advisors, will give a presentation on working in the nonprofit field and how students can get involved and make an impact. This presentation could be especially helpful for those who are graduating and for those who want to create a professional network.

For more information: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/01/interested-in-career-in-nonprofit-sector.html

[3] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

[4] Internship opportunity with Rep. André Carson

The Office of Congressman André Carson is seeking community-minded individuals to serve as administrative interns in its Indianapolis office.

Ideal candidates are team players who work well under pressure, have excellent communications skills, and have a desire to serve the constituents of the 7th Congressional District.

Duties include, but are not limited to assisting District Staff with answering phones, drafting constituent correspondence, attending community events, aiding in constituent casework, and various other tasks.

For more information: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/01/internship-oppotunity-rep-andre-carson.html

[5] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops

[6] Career Center Resources

Speaking of the Career Center, it has a wealth of resources to help you in your search for internships and permanent employment.

Here is how you can learn more about Career Center services:

Visit the Career Center website at:
http://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/CareerCenter.aspx

The Career Center website lists the resources available at the Career Center, has a calendar of upcoming events, and lists contact information for key personnel who can help you with your career plans. You can browse the website to get an idea of the resources available to you.

While you can learn a little by browsing the website, to fully utilize the Career Center’s resources you should consult with Career Center staff. You can visit the Career Lab in Lucina 235, where there are staff members who can show you how to use the databases and other resources.

You can also contact Dr. Joe Goodwin (j212goodwin@bsu.edu) at the Career Center. Dr. Goodwin is the Career Center advisor for students in the College of Sciences and Humanities (that’s you) and will be glad to discuss your career plans with you.

If you don’t use the Career Center you’re limiting your prospects for a successful internship or career search.

[7] Upcoming Career Center Workshops

The Career Center is hosting several upcoming workshops of interest to students seeking internships or permanent employment. Upcoming topics include:

A web of resources: The smart way to find internships
Hot resources! Cool tips!: Web resources for your job search
Writing winning resumes
Interviewing for success
How to prepare for a job fair

For a list of dates, times, and locations: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/01/upcoming-career-center-workshops-2413.html

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Friday, February 15, 2013

In this issue:

[1] Politics and Free Pizza - February 19, 2013

[2] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

[3] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops

[4] Internship Opportunity with Wes-Del Baseball and Softball Association

The Wes-Del Baseball and Softball Association has internship opportunities for students interested in chairing the concesssions committee.

For more information: http://internpoliscibsu.blogspot.com/2013/02/internship-opportunity-with-wes-del.html

[5] Internship Opportunities with the Republican National Committee

[6] Internship Opportunities with the ACLU (NYC and Wash DC)

[7] Internship opportunity with Rep. André Carson

[8] Career Center Resources

[9] Upcoming Career Center Workshops

[10] Receiving Academic Credit for your Internship

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Friday, February 8, 2013

In this issue:

[1] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

[2] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops

[3] Internship Opportunities with the Republican National Committee

[4] Internship Opportunities with the ACLU (NYC and Wash DC)

[5] Internship opportunity with Rep. André Carson

[6] Career Center Resources

[7] Upcoming Career Center Workshops

[8] Receiving Academic Credit for your Internship

Friday, February 1, 2013

In this issue:

[1] Washington DC Internship Opportunities with The Washington Center

[2] Interested in a Career in the Nonprofit Sector?

[3] Cardinal Career Fair - February 21, 2013

[5] Prepare for the Career Fair with Video Workshops

[6] Career Center Resources

[7] Upcoming Career Center Workshops

[8] Receiving Academic Credit for your Internship