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Program Development Internship - Free Room and Board!

Posted on: October 25, 2011

Posted by: The Light and Leadership Initiative -- Huaycan, Peru

Description

Are you looking to make a difference abroad in 2012? This internship provides a fantastic opportunity for any student or recent graduate to do just that. The intern will gain invaluable hands-on experience in program development and outreach and will work directly with the Executive Director in establishing/maintaining our Education Programs. The intern will be responsible for the following duties:

  • Manage attendance records of all programs
  • Conduct home visits
  • Plan special community events, including LLI's 3rd anniversary celebration
  • Manage positive reinforcement programs (Student of the Month, Top Performer)
  • Coordinate educational field trips
  • Contribute ideas in weekly meetings with other managers and the executive director
  • Hold meetings with parents; enhance our registration system
  • Develop a Service Learning and Mentorship program with the executive director
  • PLUS (but not necessary): Experience in the English education field to assist in coordination of the program

The ideal candidate should be able to work independently, adapt to new/different situations, enjoy working with children, possess ADVANCED Spanish language skills, and a strong desire to make a difference in a poor community! We are looking to fill this position from January and onward! The intern must be available for at least 6 months, free room and board only provided for a year contract. Please do not apply if you do not meet the language and time requirement.

Available for a year contract? We'll provide room and board!

How to apply

Get excited! LLI is a new and growing nonprofit that values the imput of our interns. If you think this sounds like the right internship for you, we encourage you to contact us! Please send your resume to Lara@lightandleadership.org with the subject line "Community Development Internship." We can provide you with more details on the Huaycan community, housing, and the application process. Also visit our website at www.lightandleadership.org to learn more about us.

Details

Locations

Huaycan, Lima, Peru, Lima, Peru

Other Details

Start date
January 2, 2012
End date
December 16, 2012
Hours per week
40
Compensation
Unpaid
Keywords
Youth, Community development, Women, Education, Internship Abroad, Esl English Education Teaching, internship, intern, Internship Program, peru
Owner's areas of focus
Youth, Community development, Education, Volunteering, Women

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