ATTENTION: YMCA Teen Internship Opportunity

The YMCA Teen Internship Opportunity applications are now available for the YMCA Teen Career Connection, a paid summer internship program which provides opportunities for high school students to gain invaluable experience the professional world.

The chosen participants get an 8-week internship where they are placed in fields related to their career interests. In addition to their experience, the participants are provided with a $1,250 stipend, $300 for professional clothing, and 2 monthly unlimited Metrocards.

In order to qualify for the program, the teen must be available for the entirety of the program (June 28th- August 23rd and September 9th), be a sophomore, junior, or senior in high school, and live within the 5 boroughs.

The YMCA will be hosting an information sessions on the program on March 21th, 6-8 p.m. at the West Side YMCA– 5 West 63rd Street New York, NY 10023. The application closes on April 5. Go to www.ymcanyc.org for more information.

ATTENTION: Internship Available At Office of CM James

The Office of Council Member Letitia James is looking for summer interns. Please note this is an unpaid summer internship but applicants will have invaluable experience for future careers in social advocacy, political affairs, and community activism. Interns should be motivated and have a passion for public service. The ideal candidate must possess outstanding organizing skills, the ability to gather data, as well as communicate and listen to constituent needs.

• You will be assigned to a specific project developing from areas such as Housing Development, Homeless Issues, Environmental Issues, Public Health, Education and After-School Programs as well as other needs.
• You will be required to work outside of out of the office at least three days per week.

All interested parties should email cover letter and resume to Ms. G. Davis-Elliott, Chief of Staff at gdaviselliott@council.nyc.gov

ATTENTION: BK Navy Yard Development Corporation Internship Available

Navy Yard Young Adult Summer Program

The Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation is again planning its summer program for college-age young adults. The goal of the Summer Young Adult Skills Introduction Program is to place young people directly in private sector work environments and give them the opportunity to learn about the work-place and specific skills needed for certain industries. The program will be for eight weeks, beginning in late June.

Under the program, BNYDC will hire up to 30 qualified college-aged youth to assist with operations, and to provide administrative and clerical help in the offices. Students must be at least 18 years old.

The application may be found here: http://www.brooklynnavyyard.org/jobopp/2010EmploymentApp.pdf. Completed applications may be mailed to summeryouth@brooklynnavyyard.com. THE DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS IS JUNE 3, 2011.

For more information, you may contact (718) 907-5924.

ATTENTION: Manhattan DA Sponsors HS Legal Summer Internship Program

Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance, Jr. announces a 2011 Summer Internship Program called "The Legal Bound Program". The program is designed for rising high school juniors and seniors who reside in Manhattan.

Eligible students should send a resume, and an essay explaining their interest in law to:

The New York County District Attorney's Office

Community Affairs Unit

Attention: Ms. Carol Ragsdale

One Hogan Place, Room 824
New York, New York 10013

OR they may email it to:
legalbound@dany.nyc.gov

Applications must be sent by April 29, 2011. Those students asked to interview must bring 2 recommendations.

For more information, contact The Office of Council Member Letitia James at (212) 788-7081 or teamtish@gmail.com

ATTENTION: Free IT Training For High School Students

Free IT Training

Year Up is a one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults 18-24, with a unique combination of technical and professional skills, college credits, an educational stipend and corporate internship. The program is providing free IT training for anyone in that category with a high school diploma or a GED that has an interest in IT. The program is free.

This program asks for a 1-year commitment between the hours of 8:30am and 5:00pm. Each participant will be provided with a stipend, and after six months, internships at competitive companies could be available.

Year Up has achieved excellent results to date:

100% placement of qualified students into apprenticeships

83% student retention

90% of apprentices meet or exceed apprenticeship partner expectations

87% of graduates placed in full or part-time positions within 4 months of graduation

$15/hr average wage at placement

2010 Summer Youth Employment Program - DEADLINE: Friday, May 21st

The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) provides New York City youth between the ages of 14 and 24 with summer employment and educational opportunities. In 2009, the Department of Youth and Community Development enrolled 52,255 participants and placed them at 8,688 worksites. Participants work in a variety of entry-level jobs at government agencies, hospitals, summer camps, nonprofits, small businesses, law firms, museums, sports enterprises, and retail organizations.

APPLY NOW

The Summer Youth Employment Program is designed to:

* Emphasize real-world labor expectations
* Increase awareness of services offered by local community-based organizations
* Provide opportunities for career instruction, financial literacy training, academic improvement, and social growth

Things We May Have Neglected To Mention: Get Trained, Get Out, Get Healthy

Brooklyn Navy Yard hiring college students for the summer

The NYT-Local reports that the Brooklyn Navy Yard will be hiring around 30 students for various jobs including administrative work and woodwork. The positions will be available starting June 28th, and will span 8 weeks. Contact Community Board 2 at (718) 907-5936 for more information. Applications are due June 1st.

No More Rubber Rooms

As of April 15, 2010, the Department of Education and the United Federation of Teachers have put an end to the much-hated teacher temporary assignment centers (aka "rubber rooms"). Those who enjoy legal agreements can go to town here.

Health Care Reform

Representative Ed Towns will host a town hall meeting on the Health Care Reform bill, and the benefits it will provide, on Saturday, April 24, 2010, from 10am to 1pm at Polytechnic Institute.
NYU-Poly is located at 6 Metrotech Center in Downtown Brooklyn.

ATTENTION: Crown Heights Mediation Center Hosts Leadership, Entrepreneurship Programs

The Crown Heights Mediation Center is hosting free programming for community members, youth, parents and professionals.

Leadership Training Institute:
-Learn networking, fundraising, community organizing, event planning, working with the media and coalition building.

-Build relationships with a team of committed, caring, and concerned individuals who want to make Crown Heights a better place.

-Plan a community project.

-Meets twice a month at Crown Heights Mediation Center, 4:00-7:00pm.

-Excellent for teachers and staff, PTA members, and community members.

-Deadline: January 20th

Youth Entrepreneurship Program
-Free program for young women ages 17-21.

-Learn photography, graphic design, and entrepreneurial skills while forming friendships with other young women from the different races, religions, and cultures in Crown Heights.

-Create and implement a business plan. Make money and receive a cash award upon completion of the program.

-Deadline: January 18th

[The CH Mediation Center is also offering a great professional development program for a small fee.]

Train-the-Trainer Conflict Resolution

-March 19, 2010

-Learn to train young people to respond to conflict in a thoughtful, non-violent way.

-Skills taught include active listening, interpersonal development, bias awareness, decision-making, problem solving, and presentation skills.

-Excellent for teachers, guidance counselors, and other staff members.

-Call the Mediation Center at 718-773-6886 for more information including cost per person.

You can learn more about the Crown Heights Mediation Center through the website and blog: http://www.crownheightsmediationcenter.blogspot.com/. The applications for these programs are available in electronic copy on their blog, and in hard copy at their office. There are a few applications available for pick-up at the district office of CM James.

ATTENTION: U.S. Senate Youth Program

United States Senate Youth Program


Each year the William Randolph Hearst Foundation sponsors a scholarship for two student leaders from each state and the District of Columbia to visit Washington, D. C. (all expenses paid), as guest of the Hearst Foundation; and a $5,000 college scholarship for undergraduate studies at an accredited United States college/university.

During the visit to Washington, D.C., students engage in a series of seminars and briefings with U.S. Senators and members of the House of Representatives, as well as meet with officials from the executive and judicial branches of government.

Important 2010-2011 United States Senate Youth Dates
August 2, 2010- Announcement of the 2010-2011 United States Senate Youth Program
October 8, 2010- Student Application forms + essays due
November 8, 2010- Semi-Finalist Interviews
49th Annual United States Senate Youth Program that will take place in Washington, D.C. March 5-12, 2011
For more details, visit http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/socst/senateyouth.html

ATTENTION: The Institute for Responsible Citizenship DC Leadership Program

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship prepares high-achieving black men in college for successful careers in business, law, government, public service, education, journalism, the sciences, medicine, ministry, and the arts, providing unparalleled networking opportunities, leadership development, and life‐long mentorship. The Institute is currently accepting applications for its summer leadership program in Washington, DC.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS--

Exposure to congressmen, Supreme Court justices, doctors, business executives, educators, and other influential leaders• Rigorous academic seminars• Roundtable discussions, including seminars on leadership development• High‐level internships around Washington, DC• Activities that promote strong bonds with each other

PROGRAM DETAILS--

The program runs from June 5 to July 31, 2010•

Students must commit to two‐summers•

Housing is paid for by the Institute•

Students work at paid internships based on their career interest

You should be a college sophomore to apply. The Institute does not have a GPA requirement. However, the median GPA for recent classes is 3.65. An applicant’s GPA is not the only criterion that is evaluated during the admissions process. Campus involvement, awards earned, athletics, and volunteer work are also important factors. The application can be found on the web at www.i4rc.org/application.htm. Applications must be received, not postmarked, by the deadline. Inquiries should be directed to info@i4rc.org or (202) 659‐2831.

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2010
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LISC: Human Resources Intern Needed

Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), the nation’s largest comprehensive community development support organization, seeks a graduate or undergraduate student for a flexible 20-25 hour/week internship during the 2009 academic year, in its national human resources department. The office is conveniently located between Penn Station and Times Square. A stipend is available, and applicants are encouraged to work with advisors to arrange college credit.

The intern will have responsibility for a range of duties related to diversity and inclusion work. The year-long position has a flexible work schedule of 20-25 hours per week; and is best suited to a graduate student, or college senior interested in non-profit management, human resources management, and/or organizational change management as a career goal.

The intern will need to possess excellent writing skills, be comfortable with and proficient with the uses of technology, be organized, willing to take initiative, and comfortable handling multiple and shifting priorities to have a successful experience.

The intern will:

-Help manage, expand and evaluate mentorship program
-Help research and design a leadership development program
-Manage and maintain the diversity and inclusion sections of the company’s external webpage and intranet site: including researching information and posting materials
-Compose, copy, and design communication pieces related to LISC’s Diversity & Inclusion efforts, including its diversity e-newsletter and mentoring program
-Assist with activities related to recruiting for diversity
-Identify and disseminate information related to diversity best practices
-Act as staff for Diversity & Inclusion committee meetings

The successful candidate:

-Will be able to work with minimal supervision
-Enjoys conducting research, compiling results, doing analysis, and making recommendations for action
-Pays attention to details, sees projects through to completion, and understands how to set priorities
-Has expertise with WORD, Publisher, Excel and other software programs

Information about LISC and its commitment to diversity and inclusion can be found at: http://www.lisc.org/section/aboutus/; http://www.lisc.org/section/aboutus/work/diversity/

To Apply: please send a cover letter and resume to pjones@lisc.org

LISC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

CLOSED- Team Tish: City Hall Internship Opportunity for College Students

THIS INTERNSHIP IS NOT LONGER AVAILABLE.


Team Tish is currently looking for a college or university student to intern one day a week (Tuesdays from 10am-5pm), and work at our City Hall Office. Light administrative work and opportunity to work on legislative issues, attend City Hall meetings, occasional District 35 community meetings, and other projects will be available.

This is a non-paying internship with no set end-date. We're looking to have found our perfect intern by June 29th. We are happy to work with your college/university to secure credits.

Please send resumes to: teamtish@gmail.com

THIS INTERNSHIP IS NOT LONGER AVAILABLE.

ATTENTION: Summer Jobs and Internships Available!

So we’re in the process of compiling information for youth who are looking for summer jobs and internship opportunities.

First we want to bring your attention to the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), which has been funded in part through Federal stimulus money. SYEP helps build knowledge about community programs and organizations, while teaching invaluable instruction and training on real-world employment. Their application should be posted on the website soon, and we encourage all interested youth to apply.

Additionally, the City of New York has a lot of job and internship information on their website. You can follow the links for internships and summer job opportunities there, but we’d suggest going straight to each governmental and City agency site listed and searching for their summer internship/employment opportunities one-by-one (the agency and departmental sites tend to be the most updated). We’d also suggest getting started on these searches as soon as possible.

The New York City Police Department offers summer programs (and other youth programs) developed with the specific goal of reducing negative youth behaviors, and improving relationships between police and young people.

Lastly, you should also check out the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services Summer Internship Program. The internships listed here are solely for undergraduate and graduate students, and many are non-paying, but they are some of the best governmental internships the City of New York offers.

Hopefully, we can start listing more summer job and internship information as we get them, specifically opportunities that are locally-based. If you are an employer looking to hire youth in the 35th Council District, please send detailed information about the position, establishment, and any requirements to TeamTish@gmail.com. Please help give independence, experience, and education to a young person in our neighborhood.

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