The Haitian American Caucus-Haiti is announcing its 2013 Summer Internship Program in Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti.
Session 1: May 27th to June 30th (Application Deadline, May 13th)
Session 2: July 8th to August 11th (Application Deadline, June 1st)
Space is limited so we encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible.
The internship program consists of three main components:
- Service projects - work on and off the HAC-Haiti compound in your area of focus
- Visiting partner organizations - travel to other non-profits in the area to tour their facilities and learn about development initiatives being carried out all over Haiti
- Cultural Excursions - visit various landmarks throughout Port-au-Prince and the provinces
Requirements:
- Able to live in a communal setting in a developing nation
- Able to perform effectively and communicate clearly in a resource scarce environment
- Able to work independently and as part of a multicultural team
- Committed to helping empower the local Haitian community
- Flexible with time and task requirements
- Independent and self-motivated
Accommodations:
Interns live in a shared space on the second floor of our compound. 3 meals a day, twin or bunk style beds, Western style bathrooms with running water, and Wi-Fi Internet access is available for all interns. Haitian Creole lessons will also be provided. Interns are expected to pay an accommodation fee for their housing, meals, and transportation in Haiti. Interns are also responsible for airfare and any personal expenses throughout the program.
Marketing and Fundraising Internship:
Marketing and Fundraising Interns will have the exciting and challenging job of telling the story of the people of Croix-des-Bouquets and how HAC-Haiti is working alongside them for the development of the local economy, educational system, and community. Interns will employ various social mediums to increase the awareness of HAC-Haiti in the international community.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Plan online fundraisers
- Take photos for social media, website, and promotional literature
- Draft website content and assist in updating website and social media
- Blog about current events at HAC-Haiti
- Create newsletters, brochures, flyers, posters, and pamphlets
- Create write-ups of programs and initiatives at HAC-Haiti
Qualifications:
- Educational background or experience in marketing, communications, communication design, business, or journalism required
- English language fluency required
- French or Haitian Creole language skills preferred
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills required
We welcome people from all religious backgrounds, races, ages, genders and sexual orientations to apply.
