Monthly Archives: February 2015

Submit Your Essay and Win a Trip to New York!

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Deadline: March 25, 2015 at 11:59pm EST
Open to: full-time college or university students
Award: winners participate in a 7 day International Youth Forum in New York and present their work at the United Nations Headquarters

Description

The United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI), in collaboration with ELS Educational Services, Inc., (ELS) invites students, 18 years of age or older, who are enrolled in a full-time course of study at a college or university, to participate in an essay contest on the theme “Many Languages, One World”.

The essay should relate to ideas of global citizenship and understanding and to the role that multilingual ability can play in fostering these. Entries of up to 2000 words in length must be in an official language of the United Nations that is not the entrant’s first language or language of instruction in his or her primary or secondary education. The official languages of the United Nations are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.

Eligibility

  1. Full-time college or university students, 18 years of age or older, can participate in the contest;
  2. An authorized faculty member or university administrator must sponsor your participation in the contest by completing the Reference Form. The university representative must attest that you are a full time student and that you are going to submit an essay in an official language of the United Nations that is not your first language or language of instruction in your primary or secondary education;
  3. Once the reference has been received and confirmed, you will be sent an email with further instructions about how to enter the contest and upload your essay.

Award

A panel of judges will decide upon a total of 70 Winners of the contest – 10 in each of the 6 official United Nations languages, and an additional 10 chosen on merit from the remaining entries in all languages. These Winners will be invited to New York to participate in a series of events during the week of July 20-26, 2015. These events will include a Global Youth Forum on the sustainable development agenda in the context of multilingualism, cultural diversity and global citizenship at United Nations Headquarters, preceded by a preparatory students’ conference at Adelphi University sponsored and arranged by ELS Educational Services, Inc.

All winners will be given certificates of participation by ELS, signifying they have won the Student Essay Contest arranged in cooperation with the United Nations Academic Impact.

ELS will pay for the Winners’ roundtrip economy class airfares in carriers of its choosing between the commercial airport nearest the Winner’s home city and New York, and be responsible for their travel, room and meals for the duration of the conference. Sightseeing and recreation will be arranged by ELS.

It is your responsibility to obtain a passport and visa to enter the USA. You will be required to comply with the rules and regulations of participation in the event. Your e- ticket will only be issued to you after we receive copies of your passport and a signed copy of your acceptance of the terms and conditions of participation.

Application

  • Write your essay, according to the eligibility rules and guidelines;
  • Show your essay to a Faculty Member or University Administrator who can attest to the fact that you have followed the contest rules. Have that Faculty Member or University Administrator complete the Reference Form in support of your participation in the contest;
  • Once the Reference Form has been received and verified by Many Languages, One World, you will receive further information, and a link where you can complete your application and upload your essay to the contest website;
  • Complete your application form. Be sure to include your national identity card number or passport number showing your name as it appears on your passport or official documents. Do not submit your photo;
  • Upload your essay to the contest website.

For any further questions, check the FAQ section.

Visit the official web-site.

 

Metropolitan Council in MN seeking Summer Interns

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The Metropolitan Council’s Annual Internship Program offers a wide variety of opportunities to qualifying interns. Our program is designed to educate and mentor interns by providing professional on-the-job training and development. Participants of our internship program receive an hourly salary! Most interns work full-time during the summer, and some opportunities continue part-time through the school year.

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/metrocouncil/default.cfm?action=jobs&sortBy=&sortByASC=ASC&bHideSearchBox=1&PROMOTIONALJOBS=1&TRANSFER=0&SEARCHAPPLIED=0

The Metropolitan Council’s Urban Scholars Program is a 12-week internship and leadership development program starting May 26, 2015.  This program will provide students from diverse racial, ethnic, and/or low socio-economic backgrounds with distinctive professional experience focused on gaining essential leadership skills, and creating career pathways to positions of influence in public service.  In addition to completing projects as identified by participating Council departments (see available placements), students will participate in approximately 8 to 10 hours per week of leadership development activities such as public speaking, financial literacy, career guidance, networking, etc.  Urban Scholars will also serve as ambassadors to the communities by sharing their internship and transit-riding experience through blogs and journals.

To participate in these Council programs:
  • You must have completed at least one year of post-secondary education; and/or have been enrolled in a post-secondary educational program within the last 12 months.
  • You must be a citizen or national of the United States; a lawful, permanent resident; or have authorization to work in the United States. (Documentation to verify employment eligibility will be required at the time of employment.)
  • You must submit the Council’s online employment application at the time the program is open for recruitment.  Applicants must have a NeoGov applicant account (registration is free and easy). To create your account, go to Governmentjobs.com – select “Sign In” and continue with “create account”.
~ Current opportunities are listed below and open for applicants to apply. ~

To receive email notice when programs are open for recruitment:

1.  Go to Job Classifications (see menu to the right).
2.  Choose the title “Intern” and select the link – email me when jobs like this become available.
3.  Complete the Job Interest Card and submit your request.

 

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  Position     Emp. Type     Salary     Closing Date  
2015 Intern-Light Rail Transit Ambassado… Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Marketing Assistant Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Office of Equal Opportunity … Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Police Office Support Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Police Records Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Program Evaluation Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Project Controls BPO Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Project Management (2 positi… Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Rail Operations Analyst Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Rail Operations Electronic P… Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Rail Quality Assurance Engin… Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Rail Vehicle Maintenance Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Regional Parks Policy & Rese… Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Research Analyst Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Retail Sales Operations Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Right of Way & Permits SPO Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Sales Operations Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Service Development Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Street Operations Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Structural Engineering SPO Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Supervisor Revenue Collectio… Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Sustainability Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-System Statement Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Training & Development Admin… Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15
2015 Intern-Transit Control Center Intern $15.50/Hour 02/27/15

 

SEARAC’s Leadership and Advocacy Training (LAT) in DC

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SEARAC’s Leadership and Advocacy Training (LAT) has been moved to June, 2015. Please stay tuned for an updated date. The application deadline is now extended from February 2 to February 9, 2015. Please contact Souvan Lee at souvan@searac.org with any questions or concerns.

The LAT program provides a forum for Southeast Asian American community leaders to participate in activities and workshops that include collective strategizing, networking, advocacy, and relationship building with decision makers on issues that impact the Southeast Asian American community.

The 3-day program trains participants to become advocacy leaders in their communities, and is best suited for community members hoping to learn more about education, health, and immigration policy, effective communication and framing, and creating system-level change. Participants will have an opportunity to reflect on their own personal experiences, identify both issues and solutions, and network with other change-makers from across the country.

There is no cost for the training. SEARAC will cover all lodging and the majority of travel expenses for accepted applicants living outside of the Washington, DC area. Participants may be responsible for a portion of their travel costs.

Application & Deadline

Deadline: February 9, 2015

Application: http://bit.ly/1zOKKVz 

Contact

Souvan Lee

202-601-2966

souvan@searac.org 

Youth Summer Jobs in Minneapolis, MN

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Tree Trust Summer Youth Employment Program

For youth that will be age 14, and less than 22 by June 1, 2015 and reside in suburban Hennepin. Up-to-9-week paid work experience designed to help young people learn and practice basic job skills. $8.00/hour, 20 hours per week from June 15 to Aug. 14. Apply online by 3/13 @ 5pm. Paper applications can be sent upon request.

Youth Outdoors (Conservation Corps Minnesota)

Accepting applications from low-income Minneapolis youth, ages 15-18, for after-school jobs this spring. Work up to 12 hours /week for 11 weeks on natural resource projects for the Minneapolis Park Board and other part-ners. Earn $8.00/hour. Start work Mar. 24. The priority application deadline is Feb. 13; but will accept applica-tions until positions are filled. More info and application here. Questions, contact Hollis at (651)209-9900×23.

Genesys Works Is Looking for High School Juniors

Receive summer training that gives you the skills to succeed, a paid professional internship that offers experience and a professional network, college counseling that builds a bridge to your future, and alumni programs to support you as you grow.

Scrubs Camps 2015 Registration Now Open!

Enroll in a middle or high school Scrubs Camp and exper-ience a variety of interactive hands-on activities and field trips in the health sciences. Sessions are led by health-care professionals and faculty from area colleges and universities. Register today! Scholarships are available.

STEP-UP Application

The application is online until Feb. 18. Youth that live in Mpls. and that will be age 14-21 on June 1 may apply.