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Interested in gaining a world of knowledge?

If you:

Then we have a world of opportunities for you.

The internship opportunities available are varied. Some positions will provide the opportunity to learn immigration rules and regulations that pertain to international students in the US. Others focus more on programs and activities designed to help international students become more familiar with US culture and academic culture, as well as programs that engage both US and international students to promote cross-cultural understanding.

With hands-on work, interns will gain knowledge and understanding about how this office works within the Division of Student Affairs and the services that it provides to the FSU campus and community. Our internships provide an excellent opportunity for the student to learn about the field of international education.

Workstudy Positions Available

Florida or Federal Work-Study Positions Available:

  • Photographer/Videographer - OPEN
  • Clerical/office staff - OPEN
  • Document Scanning/Filing - OPEN
  • Front desk receptionists - OPEN
  • Assistants for programs - OPEN
  • Night/weekend staff - OPEN
  • Graphic Design - CLOSED

What We are Looking For:

  • proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
  • full-time, degree-seeking student
  • hard-working, responsible, dependable and able to function in a fast-paced setting

How to Apply:
If you have a federal or Florida work-study award and are interested in employment at CGE, please send:

  • A cover letter stating which of the four positions listed above you are interested in
  • Your resume
  • FALL 2012 hours that you will be available to work per week
  • Contact information for two references

Please email this information to csipple@admin.fsu.edu with subject line "Work-study Employment".

Internship Positions Available

CLOSED - Global Pathways Certificate Program Intern -- Fall 2012

Description: Promote and market program through campus events, web and social media tools; assist with International Exchange research and agreements

Requirements:

  • Interested in International Education
  • Proficient with technology (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Facebook, Twitter, some graphic design experience)
  • Resourceful and knowledgeable of intercultural opportunities on campus
  • Full-time, degree-seeking student in 3rd or 4th year of college, with at least a 3.0 GPA

Time: 10hrs per week

Deadline:  April 15, 2012

How to Apply: Send your resume and response to the question: “How will you help market the Global Pathways Certificate and International Exchanges opportunities on campus?” to globalpathways@fsu.edu

OPEN - English Conversation Club Tutors (4-5 positions!) -- FALL 2012

Description: English Conversation Club tutors needed to help international students and scholars practice English speaking. You will be meeting with a group of international students and scholars (group size vary, from 3-10) and help them practice conversational English. Great experience if you are interested in teaching English abroad and/or need service hours while at FSU!

Requirements:

  • Full-time, degree-seeking student (graduate or undergraduate)
  • with at least a 3.0 GPA
  • Native English language skills
  • Enthusiastic to help international students and scholars practice conversational English and improve their speaking skills
  • Interested in learning about different countries and cultures
  • Previous international/intercultural experience is a plus
  • Must be committed, on time and prepared to lead conversations every week
  • Any major is welcome to apply! Graduate students encouraged to apply!

Time commitment:

  • Must commit for a full semester
  • Minimum 1 hour per week
    (Class meets once per week for at least an hour at the Globe, lounge area)

*Note: English Conversation Club only meets in the afternoons, so please make sure you have 1 hour- same time and same day each week- available. Classes are typically scheduled between 3-6pm.

Benefits:

  • Great professional development opportunity if you plan to teach English abroad
  • Opportunity to meet and make friends with students from all over the world
  • Service hours on your Servscript
  • Service hours toward Global Pathways Certificate
  • Service experience toward Garnet and Gold Scholars Program

Deadline: April 30, 2012

How to Apply: Please email Aleks Nesic anesic@admin.fsu.edu to schedule an interview.

OPEN - Global Ambassadors Program Intern

Description:Promote and market the program to international students, scholars and local schools and organizations. Coordinate school visits and assist with presentations.
Drivers license required.

Requirements:

  • Strong interest in International Education, K-12 and promoting global awareness
  • Proficient with technology (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Facebook)
  • Resourceful and knowledgeable of Leon County schools, community organizations and campus environment
  • Full-time, degree-seeking student in 3rd or 4th year of college, with at least a 3.0 GPA

Time: 10hrs per week

Deadline: April 30, 2012

How to Apply: Send your resume and personal statement to: Aleks Nesic anesic@admin.fsu.edu

OPEN - CGE Program Assistant Intern

Description: Provide information and assistance at the Center for Global Engagement's front desk. Support the International Student and Scholar Services team by performing general front desk operations as well as assisting with file maintenance, data entry, and other duties as needed. This position offers an opportunity to learn about immigration rules and regulations as they pertain to F-1 and J-1 international students and scholars as well as H-1B international employees. The Program Assistant will also gain exposure and insight into the multitude of programs and activities sponsored by the Center for Global Engagement.

Requirements:

  • Junior or Senior class standing, or graduate student
  • Majoring in a field related to international affairs or education - or have a strong career goal related to these fields
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Must be willing to interact with the public in a professional capacity

This position is unpaid and requires the student intern to be receiving academic credit for their time. The position is open to both domestic and international students.

Dates: August 13 - December 14
Time:Schedule varies between morning and afternoon shifts. Minimum commitment, 20 hours per week.

Deadline: June 15, 2012

How to Apply: Send a cover letter explaining your interest in this position and how it relates to your academic or career goals, your resume, and names and contact information for at least 2 references (preferably at least one from FSU) to Jason Little, jlittle2@admin.fsu.edu

OPEN - Photographer/Videographer

Description: The FSU Center for Global Engagement is looking for an energetic and creative individual who has been awarded work-study or who is looking for an internship (unpaid) to work in photography/videography for our programs and events.

Requirements:
We prefer students who:

  • are in a related field of study such as (but not limited to) Communication, Advertising, Marketing, Visual Arts.
  • have great written and oral communication skills
  • are available for some evening and weekend events
  • are interested in intercultural experience and international education

Time: 5-10hrs per week

Deadline:   FALL 2012 - May 20, 2012

How to Apply: Send your resume and samples of photographs and video to: cge-publications@admin.fsu.edu (Note: If possible, send a link to an portfolio or if the file is too big, i.e., more than 2 MB, use the FSU Digital Dropbox: https://dropbox.ucs.fsu.edu/dropoff.php)

OPEN - Marketing/Social Media Intern

Description: The FSU Center for Global Engagement is looking for an energetic and creative individual who has been awarded work-study or who is looking for an internship (unpaid) to promote and market CGE programs to the university community through print collateral, tabling, chalking, calendars, social and other media, etc.; Maintain event calendars

Requirements:

  • Interested in international education
  • Proficient to Advanced user of social media, primarily but not limited to Facebook and Twitter
  • Resourceful and creative
  • Knowledgeable about marketing strategies and trends

Time: 10hrs per week

Deadline:   FALL 2012 - May 15, 2012

How to Apply: Send your resume to: cge-programs@admin.fsu.edu