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Opportunities provided by Think Intern
About Think Intern
Think Intern is a website that provides students with thousands of unique internships and industry-specific resources. In order to offer students internship placement and summer housing in New York City, Think Intern has now partnered with InternNYC. Visit both websites today to find an internship that is a right fit for you.
Bank of America Student Leader Program
(Internship)
If you are a junior or senior in high school with a passion for improving your community, Bank of America would like to help you turn that passion into action. As a Student Leader, you will participate in an eight-week paid internship at a nonprofit/charitable organization and a week-long Student Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. (July 19 - 24, 2009) to gain valuable civic, social, and business leadership skills.
To find out how to apply for this opportunity, click here.
Department of Veterans Affairs
(Internship and Entry-Level Job)
If you're interested in a two-year internship that includes specialized training, a full-time salary, benefits, and travel, the VA Technical Career Field Program is a great option. Internships are available in a variety of specialties, including Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Management, Finance, Blind Rehabilitation, and Health Information Management. Additionally, experienced VA professionals conduct training. Successful completion of the program may lead to a specialized career in the Department of Veterans Affairs.
To find out how to apply for this opportunity, click here.
Department of Education
(Internship)
The Department of Education is constantly seeking students who are interested in gaining experience and exposure to government, education, and public policy. Internships are available in a wide variety of areas, including Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Intergovernmental Relations, Legislative Affairs, Law, Finance, and Program Management. Special offices within the Department include Elementary Education, Student Financial Aid, Civil Rights, Bilingual Education, and Teacher Development, among many others.
To find out how to apply to this internship, click here.
Department of State Foreign Service Officer Program
(Entry-Level Job)
If you're looking for a hands-on, full-time career that advocates American foreign policy, protects American citizens, and promotes American business interests throughout the world, the Foreign Service Officer Program could be a great match for you. This program places candidates in over 265 embassies, consulates, and missions around the world. If you're capable, dedicated, and up for the challenge of working overseas, you should consider applying to the Foreign Service Program.
To find out how to apply for this opportunity, click here.
St. Louis Language Immersion Schools
(Full-Time Volunteer Opportunity)
Build your resume by demonstrating your bilingualism and interest in education. St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, new charter schools opening in St. Louis, Missouri, in the fall of 2009, are looking for a total of five full-time AmeriCorps interns who are fluent in Spanish to have lunch with students, tutor those who need extra help, and run the after-school program--all in Spanish. AmeriCorps volunteers receive a living stipend, health insurance, student loan deferral, and over $4,000 toward their education (graduate or loans) after the 9-month program is over.
To find out how to apply for this opportunity, click here.
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Irene San Juan and Elisa Sepulveda
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Student Spotlight: Irene San Juan and Elisa Sepulveda
Irene San Juan on being mentored:
Even though she lives in New York, I sometimes feel like my mentor is sitting right next to me, guiding me.
"I entered the room and immediately saw my name on a place card. A young woman in the seat next to mine presented herself as Elisa Sepulveda, my mentor. She asked me many questions about myself and was eager to get to a sense of who I am. I was surprised that she already had a copy of my resume with suggestions on how to improve it, as well as tips on handling my workload at school. Before we parted, we exchanged information and agreed that we would continue to communicate with each other when we left."
Elisa Sepulveda on mentoring:
Being a mentor to Irene has taught me a lot about myself. I see a lot of who I was in college in Irene.
"As a mentor, I have learned from my mentee. I have learned to stay committed through Irene's example of balancing her relationship with her family and her extracurricular activities. Most importantly, I have made a lifelong friend. The first time we met, we clicked, and I hope that we can continue to nurture our relationship and provide professional guidance to each other as well as be friends. I am honored to be a part of this program and I look forward to continuing to mentor with HCF in the future."
To read more about Irene and Elisa's story, click here.
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Jaime Lizarraga
Senior Adviser to Speaker of the House,
Nancy Pelosi
Jaime Lizarraga serves as Director of Member Services and Senior Adviser to the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi.
"I have been the Speaker's point person on legislation to address the foreclosure crisis, the financial markets crisis, and the rescue package for the automobile industry. This has meant crafting and negotiating legislation with the Bush Administration, with Democrats and Republicans in the House and Senate, and with interest groups.
...Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine I'd make it this far. I am humbled but feel fortunate and privileged, while owing much of my success to my parents' and my grandmother's early encouragement and advice. When I was born, my parents were Mexican migrant farm workers in California's Central Valley and did not have much of a formal education. Despite this, they always told me that they wanted me to get as much education as I could..."
To read more about Jaime's political career, click here.
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Georgetown University
Founded in 1789, Georgetown is the nation's oldest Catholic and Jesuit University. Located in Washington, D.C., the nerve center of the country's government and crossroads of international affairs, Georgetown is recognized for its commitment to justice and the common good, intellectual openness, and a distinctly international character.
Its 6,400 undergraduate students represent a wide diversity of ethnic, religious and regional backgrounds, including all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and over 100 foreign countries. Graduate programs include the nationally recognized Law Center and Medical School as well as Master's and Ph.D. programs.
To read more about Georgetown, click here.
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