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July 2002
Contents:
*Job Opportunities
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MEDIA PUBLICATIONS, PHILADELPHIA, PA
Public Relations/Marketing Internship
Students have the opportunity to make industry contacts, and build their
portfolio with this internship. Daily activities include writing, research,
strategic planning, web marketing projects, media relations, event planning
and other administrative duties. Additionally, students will have the
opportunity to collaborate with the advertising department and complete
projects for the creative side of the business. Requirements include:
excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail,
self-motivated, organized, internet and MS Office proficient, interest
in public relations and/or marketing. To be considered for an interview,
please Fax: (801) 991-3843, or E-mail: david@playgroundmaps.com,
cover letter and resume to David Schacter. For more information visit
website: http://playgroundmaps.com.
ADMISSION POSSIBLE, ST.
PAUL, MN
Company seeks Program Coordinator.
Various duties include: 1) Supervising, training and supporting AmeriCorps
Staff 2) Developing curriculum and ensuring program quality 3) Evaluating,
tracking and reporting on progress. College degree required, teaching,
college admissions and/or supervisory experience desired. Ability to
work well with diverse types of people; eagerness to help disadvantaged
young people improve themselves. Excellent communication, organization,
and time management skills. Ability to multitask and handle potentially
stressful situations calmly and appropriately. High energy, enthusiastic,
strong commitment to public service and social justice. Starting salary
of up to $25,000 annually with excellent benefits (complete health insurance
and 3+ weeks of paid vacation). Please send resume and cover letter
(email welcome) to: Jim McCorkell '90, Executive Director Admission
Possible, 1954 University Avenue West, Suite 15, St. Paul, MN 55104;
Telephone: (651) 917-3525; Fax: (651) 917-3522; E-mail: JimMcCorkell@AdmissionPossible.org;
Web: www.admissionpossible.org
ASSOCIATION FOR THE STUDY
AND DEVELOPMENT OF COMMUNITY (ASDC), WASHINGTON, D.C.
Research Assistant
Full-time research assistant needed to coordinate projects; conduct
interviews, enter, code, and analyze data; write reports, and assist
in community projects. Must have experience, knowledge of and a keen
interest in at least one of these areas: community organization and
development, comprehensive community initiatives, community health promotion,
immigrant and race-related issues or youth development. Competence with
Microsoft Office products (Word, Access, PowerPoint) and data analysis
software (SPSS, Atlas, MapInfo) are essential. Persons with Spanish
language proficiency and experience working in Latino communities are
especially encouraged to apply. Visit website for more information:
http://www.capablecommunity.com.
Send resume, references, and cover letter to: RA Search, ASDC, 312 South
Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20877, or Fax: (301) 519-0724, or E-mail:
asdc@capablecommunity.com.
THE BAKKEN MUSEUM, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Field Trip Educator
The Bakken Museum seeks up to two people to join the education staff
part-time in September 2002 as Field Trip Educators. Field Trip Educators
deliver hands-on science workshops (on static electricity, batteries
or magnetism) and guided exhibit tours as part of The Bakken's field
trip program for 4-6th grade school and youth groups. Training is provided.
Qualified applicants will have: experience working with youth in an
educational environment; excellent oral communication and presentation
skills, and ability to adjust level and pace of presentation based on
audience needs, interest in teaching/learning physical science, interest
in the historical and humanistic context of science, college coursework
in science and/or education. Review of applications will begin in early
August and applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
The Bakken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please call (612) 926-3878
ext. 238 for more information. Send cover letter, resume and list of
references via E-mail to boulding@thebakken.org
or to: Katrina Boulding, The Bakken, 3537 Zenith Ave., S. Minneapolis,
MN 55416.
CHARLES RIVER ASSOCIATES, BOSTON, MA
Analyst
Analysts work in teams, communicate directly with project managers,
and have the opportunity to interact with the company's senior staff.
The position requires a working knowledge of economic concepts as well
as a command of a broad range of research and quantitative skills. CRA
is seeking highly motivated and energetic undergraduates who have majored
in economics, finance, or mathematics, or who possess an interest in
economics and a strong research background. Other valuable skills include
strong writing ability and research experience, presentation and communication
skills, and familiarity with programming and computers. Responsibilities
include: building models, programming, and running regressions in SAS,
Access and Excel; reviewing and summarizing case documents and depositions;
conducting industry studies - utilizing library research, analysts'
reports, and literature searches to understand the forces that drive
a particular industry; creating and maintaining document-tracking databases.
Please send resume, cover letter, and official transcript and writing
sample to: Amy L. Connolly, Recruitment Manager, Charles River Associates,
Inc., 200 Clarendon Street, T-33, Boston, MA 02116, Fax: 617-425-3112.
COMMUNITY MAINSTREAMING ASSOCIATES, INC., LAKE SUCCESS, NY
Direct Care Professional
Seeking people to assist individuals with development disabilities to
become more independent, active members of their community by teaching
the skills they need to care for their homes, their personal belongings,
their social connections and medical needs. Coordinate recreational
planning with other DCP staff throughout the agency, develop and oversee
learning activities, work with interdisciplinary team to create effective
service plans. For more information, contact company at: 1979 Marcus
Avenue, Suite 209, Lake Success, NY, 11042, or by Telephone: (516) 352-7110,
Fax: (516) 352-6245, E-mail: cma165@aol.com
CONCORDIA COLLEGE, MOORHEAD, MN
Director of Native American Recruiting and Programming
Full-time, 10-month administrative position open at Concordia College.
Basic functions: recruit Native American students and provide leadership
in developing programs which provide support and advocacy for Native
American students. Promote multicultural awareness and understanding
throughout the college and greater community. Contact Office of Human
Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562,
or call: (218) 299-3339.
EQUITABLE/AXA ADVISORS, SYRACUSE,
NY
Retirement Benefit Specialist
Seeking motivated and coachable individuals for employment as financial
professionals. Position entails meeting with teachers and other employees
and helping them plan their retirement and other financial needs. Comprehensive
training program, including working with established financial professionals
in the field, as well as classroom and computer-based training is provided.
E-mail resume to Timothy Flaherty: timothy.flaherty@axa-advisors.com.
Questions contact AXA Advisors, 500 S. Salina St., Suite 1200, Syracuse,
NY, 13202, Telephone: (315) 425-6335, Fax: (315) 425-6360, URL: www.axaonline.com.
FOREIGN SERVICE, WASHINGTON, D.C.
Foreign Service Officer
The Foreign Service is first and foremost a diverse corps of working
professionals who are dedicated to representing America's interest---and
responding to the needs of American citizens---in other countries. Deadline
for registration is August 13th for September 21 test. For more information
stop by the Career Center, Sayles-Hill 50. Visit their website at: www.careers.state.gov
THE GALLUP ORGANIZATION,
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Administrative Coordinator
Receptionist/Guest Relations Specialist
You will have full administrative responsibilities, assisting a team
of Gallup executives. You will be responsible for typing presentations
and documents using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, in addition
to carrying out other miscellaneous support for the office. Strong team
skills and the ability to be self-directed and proactive are essential
to success. Visit www.gallup.com/careers
for more information.
GEMINI, INC., CANNON FALLS, MN
Artist/Sculptor
Gemini Inc., located in Cannon Falls, MN has a unique oportunity for
a part time artist to work from home. Job entails sculpting BAS relief
designs from wood or wax for casting in plaques. High School diploma
required. Interested applicants may call (507) 263-3957 or mail/fax
their resume to: Gemini, Inc., 103 Mensing Way, Cannon Falls, MN, 55009,
Fax: (507) 263-3314.
GRAYWOLF PRESS, ST. PAUL,
MN
Administrative and Marketing Assistant
Graywolf Press is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented
person to manage all general office tasks as well as assist the Marketing
Department with publicity and promotional activities. Duties include:
answering telephone; managing mail and in-house inventory and warehouse
space; assisting publicist with advertising, author readings, promotional
initiatives; formating and distributing incoming reviews; researching
special markets; assisting with web-site content management; and assisting
in hiring interns and oversee all intern projects. Send cover letter
and resume to: Graywolf Press, 2402 University Avenue, Suite 203, St.
Paul, MN, 55114, or E-mail J. Robbins: robbins@graywolfpress.org.
Visit their website at: www.graywolfpress.org
HANWOOREE LANGAUGE AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER, INC., TACOMA, WA
Han Woo Ree Language and Educational Center is currently recruiting
all interested parties wanting to teach Conversational English. All
you need is a Bachelors degree OR an Associates degree along with a
TESOL certification. Company works to get you a one-year contract at
one of the many private Korean institutions available, which also comes
with free furnished housing and airfare. Contact company by E-mail:
college@hanwooree.com, Fax:
(253) 582-4704, or Telephone: (253) 582-4704, Monday through Friday,
9am to 5 PM Pacific Standard Time, or write to: 9312 So. Tacoma Way,
Suite 170, Tacoma, Washington, 98499.
MURRAY MUSIC STUDIO, HOPKINS, MN
Part time Music Teacher/Group Piano
Studio is currently accepting applications for group piano teachers.
Duties include teaching group piano to a wide variety of students, from
3-year-old to 10-year-old children. Position requires: singing as well
as playing, demonstrated preparation, skills, and commitment to providing
for the individual learning needs of all students, ability to organize
and plan for student learning, ability to create positive, inclusive
learning environments for all students, familiarity with current teaching/learning
theories. To apply, send resumes, copy of college transcript, two letters
of recommendation, two character references, a short (one page) essay
stating why you would like to teach children, and a short personal history
to: Betsy Murray, Murray Music Studio, 1589 West Hwy 7, Hopkins, MN,
55305, Telephone: (952) 935-9644, E-mail: betsy@murraystudio.com.
SMARTER LIVING, CAMBRIDGE,
MA
Assistant Editor
Smarter Living seeks smart, responsible, and motivated self-starter
with superb attention to detail and a strong editorial background. Interest
in travel, familiarity with HTML, and experience with Web publishing
are pluses. Position works closely with editorial managers in production
and publication of travel-oriented website and e-mail newsletters. Primary
responsibilities include writing and editing travel news stories and
developing new travel-related content. Submit resumes to: Smarter Living,
Cheryl Weisenberg, Human Resources, 675 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA,
02138, Telephone: (617) 497-2500, Fax: (617) 497-2505, E-mail: careers@smarterliving.com,
URL: www.smarterliving.com.
SOUTH DAKOTA DEMOCRATIC PARTY, SIOUX FALLS, SD
Field Organizers/Interns
The South Dakota Democratic Party is hiring field organizers and interns
right now. Duties would include everything from canvassing, calls, crowd
building, event attendance, volunteer recruitment, data entry and organizing
events. The hours are long, but this is the home of one of the hottest
senate races in the nation, and is being heralded as one of the best-organized
so it is a fabulous learning opportunity. The position would start sometime
in August or September and would extend through the election, which
would obviously require taking off a trimester, or being a graduate.
Contact Jessica Yarnall '02, Minnehaha County Field Organizer, South
Dakota Democratic Party, 604 West Avenue North, Sioux Falls, SD 57104,
Telephone: (605)-338-1032 ext. 185, Fax: (605)-998-9617.
TEACH ENGLISH IN KOREA
*CBC EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INTERNATIONAL, LOS ANGELES, CA
Looking for young, enthusiastic and energetic individuals to motivate
and captivate non-English speakers in the classroom. Teaching positions
call for a one-year contract agreement with the option to renew contingent
on mutual agreement. These teaching positions offer a great source of
income as well as other amenities such as furnished housing, airfare
expenses, vacations and when it is applicable, financial bonuses. Please
send cover letter, resume, diploma, color photo, and a passport copy
to: 3407 West Sixth Street, Suite Number 702, Los Angeles, California
90020. Or contact organization at (213) 381-2772 toll-free 1-866-381-2772
Fax: (213) 487-2482. Or E-mail: Pat Quevedp: cbcpati@yahoo.com
TEACHING OPPORTUNITY IN CHINA
Teach English/math/science in Xian International University (XIU),
China. Good opportunity to learn about Chinese culture and history.
Accommodation provided on triple sharing basis. Each teacher will have
own bedroom. Perks include: salary of USD 700 per month, $200 bonus
at end of first year, lunch provided Mon-Fri, 7-day annual leave, and
medical insurance. Contract includes 22 hours of teaching per week and
42 total working hours per week. E-mail any questions to: vivienne@resourcesventure.com
THOMPSON CHILDREN'S HOME, MATTHEWS, NC
*Thompson Children's Home is seeking a grant analyst and writer for
grant reporting and proposal writing. Qualified candidate must have
a Bachelor's degree and excellent analytical and writing skills. Previous
evaluation or grant writing experience between 1 and 3 years required.
For more information, visit their website.
*Thompson Children's Home is offering a challenging position working
with children ages 6-12 in a residential treatment program. A four-year
degree in Human Services is required with relevant experience preferred.
Submit cover letter and resume to Thompson Children's Home, 6801 St.
Peter's Lane, Matthews ,NC 28105; Telephone: (704) 536-0375; Fax: (704)
531-9266; E-mail: hrdept@thompsonchildrenshome.org
