Administrative Internship

ADMINISTRATIVE INTERNSHIP

with the

Equal Footing Foundation

of the Northern Virginia Technology Foundation

The Equal Footing Foundation (EFF), the not-for-profit organization of the Northern Virginia Technology Foundation (NVTC), has an administrative internship position available assisting the Executive Director in day to day activities.

Start Date:

· Available immediately

Position Description:
· Assist the Executive Director with general office administrative duties including: writing and editing of correspondence; office oversight; board and sponsor mailings; scheduling business appointments and event calendar; and record keeping.
· Additional tasks include: grant writing and development activities; research; marketing and communications; special event planning; EFF program development; media relations; and copy writing.
· Excellent opportunity to: be involved in the day to day activities and management of an active and visible community non-profit; coordinate special events; interact with corporate sponsors, board members, and area business leaders; gain development and fundraising experience.

Skills and Abilities required:
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, other software programs; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to handle multiple tasks; can work independently; quick-starter and task initiator.

Hours:
· Office hours are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Flexible times depending on class schedule.

Location:
· Northern Virginia Technology Council2214 Rock Hill Road, Suite 300Herndon, VA 20170
· 703-904-7878

CONTACT: Please send resume and cover letter to:

Colleen Hahn, Executive Director
chahn@nvtc.org

For more information about the foundation and NVTC, visit the web site at www.nvtc.org, “NVTC Foundation”.

EFF Mission and Programs: To make a real and lasting difference in the lives of children and adults in the surrounding community by funding, launching and sustaining Computer Clubhouses in cooperation with local governments, businesses and partners. Programs include seven area Computer Clubhouses, BOTBALL (robotics) teams and competitions, Virginia Space Flight camps, and hands-on instruction in science, technology, music recording and mixing, film making, and PhotoShop.

Part-Time Position with Center for Field Studies

The Center for Field Studies is seeking an energetic individual for a part-time position on campus. This position involves promoting CFS classes to other students, creating and distributing class flyers and assisting the Program manager with some office duties. If you are familiar with the Center for Field Studies and our classes and would like to become involved with our ongoing effort to make learning an adventure please contact Greg Justice at CFS@GMU.EDU.

Center for Field Studies Spring Break Courses

Are you ready for Spring Break?
The Center for Field Studies is sponsoring two great trips that will take you to places you have never been….

Environmental Science of Puerto Rico
NCLC 498 / EVPP 505 (3)
Dr. Julia Cooper
Professor Kristen Wolf
March 9 – 17, 2007

This course offers an opportunity for students to explore the integration of geological, geographical and biological factors that together make up the unique ecosystems of Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is a small Caribbean Island about 100 miles long and 35 miles wide; however there is a dramatic geographical diversity from the peaks of the tropical rain forest to flat beach strands of the arid SW.

During the course students will learn about these diverse ecosystems with daily readings, discussions, and field trips. Prior to this trip 2 meetings will cover the basic geology, geography, climate and biology of Puerto Rico. While on the island, each student will use their personal experiences and background to create a final project and paper.


Blackbeards Dive and Sailing Adventure
Non credit program sponsored by the Center for Field Studies and the GMU Scuba Club
Led by Greg Justice
March 10 – 16, 2007

The Center for Field Studies has chartered the 65’ sloop “Morning Star” for a week long dive and sail adventure. Our port of call is “Lucaya, Grand Bahama” Other ports of call may be North Bimini, Cub Cay, Whale Point and the list goes on. Participants will have the opportunity to do 3 – 4 dives per day starting the day you arrive. So if you are ready to end your winter with an adventure you will never forget join us this March.

If you don’t dive but want to learn GMU offers PHED 255 Open Water Scuba class on Monday nights from 7:20 to 10pm in the Aquatic center.

For more info about these classes go to www.ncc.gmu.edu/cfs or e mail us at CFS@gmu.edu

Teaching Assistant Opportunity

NCC Associate Professor Pam Garner is looking for a teaching assistant for her NCLC 317 "Issues in Family Relationships" and NCLC 375 "Introduction to Childhood Studies" courses in Spring 2007.

The TA will help Professor Garner with course preparation, logistical details, and other duties connected to the courses as needed. Experiential learning credit is available as well.

Interested students, please contact Professor Garner at pgarner1@gmu.edu

Mediation Internship

Internship Opportunities with Northern Virginia Mediation Service

The Northern Virginia Mediation Service (NVMS) has opportunities for students to perform credit-based internships for the Spring and Summer of 2007. Interns develop skills in mediation and conflict resolution, communication, client service, administration, case management, training design and delivery, marketing and non-profit management. Interns also have the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated group of staff, mediators, and trainers. The following internships are available beginning in January 2007:

Training Program Internships: Interns work with Training Program staff to support every aspect of NVMS training workshops, including policy development, workshop scheduling, the preparation of materials, administration, and logistics. Interns also will support the marketing and delivery of on-site training workshops.

Family Training Internships: Interns work with Family Mediation Program staff to support case and program management, including intake interviews, scheduling, mediator assignment, special projects, and policy development.

Community Program Internships: Interns work with the executive director to support the NVMS strategic planning initiative and coordinate the delivery of outreach and mediation services for all community disputes. Responsibilities include policy development, session scheduling, administration, and outreach.

Court Program Internships: Interns support Civil/Court Mediation Program staff with all aspects of NVMS court mediation programs in Arlington, Fairfax, and Loudoun Counties, including policy development, mediator scheduling, on-site coordination, and statistical reporting.

Marketing Internships: Interns perform market research, planning, and development to enhance non-profit training workshops, and family, civil, and community mediation. Interns will research, evaluate, analyze, develop and apply creative marketing skills to develop a series of outreach and marketing projects.

Requirements: All interns participate in an orientation session and perform a minimum of 160 hours of work to receive internship credit and benefits.

Benefits: Interns have the opportunity to participate in NVMS training workshops (see list at http://www.nvms.us/schedule.htm and include mediation, negotiation, and facilitation skills) offered during the internship period at no cost.

Background: The Northern Virginia Mediation Service (NVMS) is a non-profit community dispute resolution center affiliated with the Institute for Conflict Analysis & Resolution at George Mason University (GMU). NVMS provides accessible and appropriate conflict education, prevention and resolution services from its offices and training center three blocks north of the Fairfax Campus of GMU. NVMS staff, interns and volunteers work together in a responsive, informal, and flexible work environment.

To apply, complete the Application at http://www.nvms.us/forms.htm and fax to 703.993.3551
or submit a resume to davidemichael@nvms.us
Interviews will be scheduled until internships are filled
Northern Virginia Mediation Service
4260 Chain Bridge Road, Suite A-2
Fairfax, VA 22030

Patriot Leader Recruitment

Patriot Leader (formerly Orientation Leader) recruitment time is here! Students interested in being active, involved leaders on campus and helping students, parents and families transition into the Mason community can click here to learn more!

UNIV 100 Peer Advisor Recruitment

The Freshman Center is seeking peer advisors to work with their UNIV 100 courses next academic year. Please see thier flyer for more information about the positions and the application process.

Experiential Education Internships

Looking for an internship or an experiential education experience? Enjoy the outdoors? Join the team at Hemlock Overlook, Center for Outdoor Education were we specialize in experiential education programs for all ages, and will also be looking for interns in various other fields within our program (please see list below). Internships will be offered for the spring, summer and fall seasons of 2007. We will work with you to create a program that best suites you.

Some areas one could focus in are:
Challenge course facilitation
Environmental education instruction
Grounds maintenance/land management
Office administration
Advertising, marketing, and sales
Program development in the following areas;
designing courses specific for leadership, communication, diversity, scout groups etc.

To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume via email (applyho@gmu.edu) or fax 703 266-7781 or mail to:
Hemlock Overlook
Attn: Sanna Adams
13220 Yates Ford Rd.
Clifton, VA, 20124
Questions? Call Sanna Adams (703) 993-9830 or email (applyho@gmu.com)