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3D Printing Tech Leader – MakerBot Announces Summer Intern Program for 2015

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2015 MakerBot Summer Intern Program is open for undergraduate and graduate students interested in applying for a summer internship position at MakerBot, a global leader in the desktop 3D printing industry.

  • International students are eligible to apply for these positions.

College students will gain valuable work experience in the exciting and challenging environment of one of New York’s fastest-growing tech companies.

  • MakerBot internships are paid positions.
  • As part of the internship experience, participants will attend special lectures and participate in programs on 3D printing within their area of expertise, as well as interact with senior leadership.
  • The program begins with an orientation on June 15, 2015, and concludes on August 14, 2015.
  • Previous MakerBot interns have gone on to work at other top technology companies, as well as come back to work at MakerBot.

Presently, the 17 open positions offered for the 2015 Makerbot Summer Internship Program can be viewed at: http://www.makerbot.com/careers/department/5120 page wherein you:

  • click on the title of the open position that interests you in order to get more info, and
  • then click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to get the corresponding application form.

To learn more about the MakerBot Summer Intern Program, visit makerbot.com/careers.

Summer Intern Program Offers College Students Positions in Engineering, Sales, Marketing and More

BROOKLYN, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– MakerBot, a global leader in the desktop 3D printing industry, is now taking applications for its 2015 MakerBot Summer Intern Program. Since the company’s founding just six years ago, MakerBot has helped define the desktop 3D printing category and has grown from just three employees in 2009 to more than 600 employees today. MakerBot is offering opportunities this summer for passionate, driven, talented college students to gain valuable work experience in the exciting and challenging environment of one of New York’s fastest-growing tech companies. Internship positions include engineering, manufacturing, production, customer support, sales, marketing, public relations, software and business development. Undergraduate and graduate students interested in applying for a summer internship position at MakerBot should visit makerbot.com/careers.

MakerBot internships are paid positions. As part of the internship experience, participants will attend special lectures and participate in programs on 3D printing within their area of expertise, as well as interact with senior leadership. The program begins with an orientation on June 15, 2015, and concludes on August 14, 2015. Previous MakerBot interns have gone on to work at other top technology companies, as well as come back to work at MakerBot.

“MakerBot has had a robust internship program since finding and mentoring young talent is an integral part of our company culture,” said Jenny Lawton, CEO of MakerBot. “At MakerBot, interns aren’t just observers; they get to work on real projects and gain valuable experience that we believe will help them kick-start their careers. We see 3D printing as a tool that is necessary to prepare students for the jobs of tomorrow, and our interns get the unique opportunity to experience and learn about the fast-growing 3D printing market firsthand.”

To learn more about the MakerBot Summer Intern Program and to apply, visit makerbot.com/careers.

MakerBot is a leader in the desktop 3D printing industry and was founded in 2009 as one of the first companies to bring professional-quality 3D printing to a broad base of users. 3D printing has been around for close to 30 years, but up until 2009, the industry typically offered large mainframe-sized 3D printers that cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. MakerBot changed that equation by introducing desktop 3D printers that are affordable and accessible. MakerBot now has one of the largest installed bases and market shares of the desktop 3D printing industry, with more than 80,000 MakerBot Desktop 3D Printers in the world and a robust MakerBot 3D Ecosystem that combines hardware, software, apps, materials, training, support, consulting, retail stores and partnerships in order to make 3D printing easy and accessible for everyone.

About MakerBot

MakerBot, a subsidiary of Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), is leading the Next Industrial Revolution by setting the standards in reliable and affordable desktop 3D printing. Founded in 2009, MakerBot sells desktop 3D printers to innovative and industry-leading customers worldwide, including engineers, architects, designers, educators and consumers. To learn more about MakerBot, visit makerbot.com.

MakerBot
Johan-Till Broer, +1-347-238-2409 (o)
+1-312-282-9368 (m)
johan.broer@makerbot.com

The official web-page.

NATO Internship Programme 2016

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Dear candidates,

Do you study Political Science, International Relations or Security Studies?

Are you an interdisciplinary candidate with qualifications in Economics, Finance, or Human Resources?

Have you studied Information Technology, Web or Graphic design, Library Sciences orTranslation?

Do you study Aeronautics or Engineering?

Do you have a background in Media or Journalism?

Do you speak Russian, Ukrainian or Arabic?

Are you able to conduct independent research and analysis?

NATO needs your skills !

There are two types of Internship opportunities at the Alliance: the NATO-Funded and the GRANT-funded Internship Programme.

The NATO-funded Internship Programme gives opportunity to a wide range of candidates, while the other opportunity is open for those, whose work is supported from outside sources. And while Candidates interested in a GRANT-funded opportunity can apply throughout the year, the call for the NATO-funded opportunity is open only once per year in Spring with two starting dates, in March and in September the following year. Internships will last 6 months.

The 2016 call for applications for NATO-funded internships will be opened 13th MARCH 2015!

In case you meet all our eligibility criteria, you can apply via this link until 14th April 2015 (midnight CET, Brussels time).

Please refer to our website for more information on the selection timeline:http://www.nato.int/cps/en/natolive/72041.htm

Candidates wishing to apply for a GRANT Funded can submit their application only through the online portal available under “Application”.

NATO Headquarters (HQ) introduced its Internship Programme in 2004. The aim of the programme is to provide a small number of current or recent students with the opportunity to intern with the International Staff at NATO Headquarters in Brussels and in a few other NATO bodies.

Kainan University Full Scholarship in Taiwan, 2015-2016

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Deadline: 31 May 2015
Open to: International graduates
Scholarship: tuition fees, housing

Description

Kainan University began life as the Kainan Commercial & Technical High School, which was founded in 1917 and soon earned the reputation of being the finest commercial and technical high school in Taiwan. It was not until January 1990, however, that the dream of our alumni for Kainan to be upgraded to a university began to be realized, with the establishment of a preparatory committee for the Kainan Institute of Technology.

Kainan University is awarding a 4-year full international scholarship. Qualified students who are admitted to the IHP on condition that they are enrolled full-time and maintain a GPA of 75 or above, base on a 100-point scale are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Eligibility

Qualified students who are admitted to the IHP on condition that they are enrolled full-time and maintain a GPA of 75 or above, base on a 100-point scale are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship

  • The scholarship is awarded for the duration of 4-years.
  • Kainan University offers full scholarship (tuition and housing). The scholarship does not include textbooks, health insurance, and housing utilities.

Application

All required documents with application form must be mailed directly to Office of International Programs and Services of Kainan University by post.

The deadline to apply is 31 May 2015.

If you have any questions, check the FAQ section

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

 

Jean Monnet EFRI Summer School 2015 in Rijeka, Croatia

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Deadline:  1 June 2015
Open to: senior undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate students of economics and other social studies
Venue:  29 June –  11 July 2015 in Rijeka, Croatia

Description

The Faculty of Economics and Jean Monnet Chair of the University of Rijeka are organizing the XIth International Summer School entitled «International Environment and European Integration»which will be held from June 29 to July 11, 2015, in Rijeka, Croatia.

The goal of the EFRI Summer School is to broaden the knowledge of students of economics, law, political sciences, administration and other related studies on the economic integration process in Europe, and to point out the advantages and challenges of economic integration in everyday life.

As a joint project with the International Initiative for Policy Making and Politics at the Local Level, this is the 5th POL-LOC Summer School. The programme will give a special focus to issues related to local governance and the repercussions of the Integration process on the local level.

POL-LOC initiative was established in 2010. A series of POL-LOC summer schools started in 2011. Since then, more than 120 university students and young teachers have taken part in. The objective of the POL-LOC Summer School is to strengthen interdisciplinary approach towards policy making and politics at the local level, and the facilitation of mutual knowledge and exchange of experience.

This joint programme will consist of lectures, workshops and student assignments to be completed in groups with the support of academic supervisors. Due to its specific approach, the School will be appealing both to students with basic knowledge of EU matters and those who want to know more.

Eligibility

The Summer School is open to senior undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate students of economics and other social studies.

Costs

A total fee of 600 EUR covers tuition, study materials, organized trips, public transportation, accomodation,

breakfast and lunch. A limited number od partial scholarships are available.

document-pdf-icon-1352808135.png SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Application

Fill in the application form available at EFRI Summer School web site. Early applications are encouraged for students with scholarship applications.

The deadline for applications is June 1, 2015. Aplicants will be notified by e-mail.

In order to apply, register HERE.

International Youth Summer Camp in Nepal

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Deadline:  25 June 2015
Open to: participants between the ages of 16 and 29 years old from around the world
Venue: 15-26 August 2015 in Nepal.

Description

Youth Legend is thrilled to organize 12 days Youth Summer Camp in Nepal bringing 25 participants around the world. We are super excited to announce our first International Summer Camp in Nepal. Our Youth Legend team is committed to make this summer the best summer of your life.

Purpose

  • To help you spend your summer in most happy and beautiful way.
  • To build leadership, team building and entrepreneurial skills of yours through various fun filled practical activities.
  • To let you discover the beauty, culture and spirituality of the land of Himalayas, Nepal.
  • To unleash your potential and discover yourself
  • To help you connect with the young people around the world and build a lasting friendship and great network.
  • To develop greater understanding of yourself and the world.
  • To increase cross cultural understanding.
  • To foster the feeling of compassion, empathy and kindness in you.

Eligibility

In order to be considered eligible to apply, you must fulfill all of the following criteria:

  1. English Proficiency. All of our programs will be conducted in English language. Therefore, you should be able to understand, speak, read and write English.
  2. You should be 16 to 29 years as of 22nd August, 2015.
  3. You should fill up a complete application form to apply.
  4. You should have a passport.

Costs

The fee to attend this Summer Camp is US Dollar 700. We have 10% discount to Nepalese residing in Nepal.

The cost will cover:

  1. Food and Accommodation.
  2. Pick up from the airport and Drop to the airport.
  3. Travel costs during the program to various sites.
  4. T-shirt, Mask to each participants.
  5. Surprise Gifts.
  6. Program Tool Kits.
  7. Certificate.
  8. Emergency health check ups or Doctor Visit and First Aid.
  9. 24 hours assistance and support from the team.
  10. Internet facilities.
  11. Phone call to your countries at least 5 times during the camp.
  12. Umbrella or Raincoat depending upon the weather condition.

Once you are selected to participate in the summer camp, you need to deposit Seven Hundred US DOLLAR (700 USD ) to official bank account of youth legend.

If you are willing to seek funding from school, college, organization, funding sites etc, then on your demand, we will send you the letter with confirmation which you can use for fund generating purpose.

There is no scholarship available to participate in this program.

The cost will not cover airfare and visa fees. If you need assistance for your travel plan then please email us attheyouthlegend@gmail.com

Application

This time we are only selecting 25 participants for the summer camp. Once you apply for the summer camp, you will be notified about your selection within 10 days of application submission. You will be selected on the basis of your application form answers. Also, selection will based on the diversity. After selection, you will be sent further details for the summer camp.

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, check the FAQ section or write to: theyouthlegend@gmail.com or info@youthlegend.com

The official web-page.

 

International Summer Academy programs in Peacebuilding, Mediation, Conflict Resolution & Intercultural Dialogue

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 Institute for Peace and Dialogue, IPD 

International Summer Academy in

Peacebuilding, Mediation, Conflict Resolution & Intercultural Dualogue

I Summer Academy: 7 – 17 August, 2015

II Summer Academy: 17 – 27 August, 2015

Baar, Switzerland

 

Project Introduction 

Institute for Peace & Dialogue, IPD is very glad successfully completed the II International Summer Academy and we start promotion of next International Summer Academies in Peacebuilding, Mediation, Conflict Resolution & Intercultural Dialogue, which is going to be held in Baar one of the beautiful place of Switzerland. Its image as one of the most favourable places for traveling has made it more interesting to offer an exited and comprehensive program for our participants. Our experts, who are professionals in their fields, will contribute to this event with many years of experience in peace, mediation and conflict studies.

International Summer Academies will surround mainly the topics mediation, dispute resolution, conflict transformation, intercultural dialogue, human rights, leadership, social approach, peacebuilding, negotiation, litigation, arbitration etc. related subjects.

 

Main Goal

The main goal of the summer academies is to support institutional academic peacebuilding, mediation and conflict resolution education and strengthen the skills of the representatives of state organs, business sector, INGOs, education institutes and independent mediators.

 

Methodology

Within the international summer academies we plan to include different workshops, lectures, presentations, interactive group works, brainstorming on conflict places, mediation operations and peace negotiation activities as well as case studies on ongoing-fragile conflicts in the world (depends experts availability).

Participants will acquire knowledge and skills from lecturers/experts who are working on peace building, mediation, negotiation, conflict transformation, intercultural dialogue and non-violence and other correspond fields at the state organs, companies, universities, INGOs and research centers.  There will be 5 selected experts and different topics in each of the summer academy period.

In the training, both visual/dynamic methods will be used, such as schedules, tests, surveys, direct interviews, distribution of questionnaires and other methods of observation. Every expert will take 1 or 2 days for his/her lecture and workshops. We will send educational materials and daily programs of the summer academy to the selected participants.

Besides the academic-educational side a cultural programs in the arriving (Welcome Party) and departure days (Farewell Party) is planned to bring friendly atmosphere and environment between the participants.

 

Important Dates & Times of Summer Academies 2015

Ø Arriving & Registration of Participants (Hotel registration starts after 14:00am):07 (for I Summer Academy) or 17 August, 2015 (for II Summer Academy)

Ø Opening Ceremony & Welcome Party: 07 (for I Summer Academy) and 16 August, 2015(for II Summer Academy)  at 19:00pm – 21:30pm

Ø Breakfast Time: 07:00am – 09:00am

Ø Morning Workshops Period: 09:00am – 12:30am

Ø First Break Time: 10:30am – 11:00am

Ø Lunch Time: 12:30am – 14:00pm

Ø Afternoon Workshops Period: 14:00pm – 17:00pm

Ø Second Break Time: 15:30pm – 16:00pm

Ø Dinner Time: 18:30pm – 20:00pm

Ø Certification of Participants & Farewell Party: 16 (for I Summer Academy) or 26 August, 2015 (for II Summer Academy) at 19:00pm – 21:30pm

Ø Departure of Participants (Hotel departure till the 12:00am): 17 (for I Summer Academy) or 27  August, 2015 (for II Summer Academy)

 

Summer Academy Language

The International Summer Academy will be held in English language.

 

Potential Participants

There are no age or country limits for the participation. A broad range of interested participants can apply for the Peacebuilding, Mediation, Conflict Resolution and Intercultural Dialogue such as:

– Representatives of Government Organs, Diplomatic Organs, Courts and Political Parties: To get knowledge on how to deal, manage and solve conflicts between states, between civil society leaders, political party leaders and between government-civil society institutions.

– Representatives of Business Institutes and Private Sector: To get knowledge on how to deal, manage and solve conflicts with potential clients, with business partners, between employers and between employer-leadership.

– Representatives of IOs, INGOs and Local NGOs: To get knowledge on how to deal, manage and solve conflicts in conflict region and fields between conflict parties, civil society and political party leaders.

– Representatives of Universities and Academic Staff: To get knowledge on how to develop teaching, study and research methodologies.

– Representatives of Media Institution: To get knowledge on how to deal, manage and solve conflicts in conflict region and fields.

– Mediators, peacebuilders, researchers and any interested people who want to develop their academic knowledge and capacities in Peacebuilding, Mediation, Conflict Resolution and Intercultural Dialogue, who have intention to work as mediator, who wants to join missions in conflict regions, who wants to investigate academically and who work or live in countries/society with ongoing tensions and stress.

 

 Scholarship: There have several types of scholarship offer on participation fee amount for the potential participants, if they request and pay the discounted fee before the 24 April, 2015.

NOTE: After evaluation of the participants’ application we will send the conditional invitation letter to start the participation fee payment process. After receiving the participation fee we will send unconditional invitation letter to the participants by email/post and by fax to the relevant embassy which you mentioned in your filled application form.

Peace Revolution Fellowship in Thailand – Global Peace On The Move XV – October 2015

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Deadline:  15 June 2015
Open to: young people between the ages of 18 and 30 years old
Scholarship: partial sponsoring of airfare, free accommodation, free catering, free local transportation, free meditation retreat fee

Description

Every single light in our house lit makes it warm and cozy. When we look at all the lights lit in the world from the outer space, they all connect and built a network of light. Same as our mind; a peaceful mind transforms our home into a little kingdom of peace that affects the world around us and has the power to establish world peace at large-starting from a single mind. The tool, discovered over 2600 years ago, is reactivated and has been proofed and spread by our 366 Peace Agents from 92 countries since 2008.

Your training starts with the 42 Days online self-development program on our interactive platform providing you the basic theory and practice; develop the tool for inner peace and learn about the concept of PIPO – INNER PEACE + OUTER PEACE = SUSTAINABLE WORLD PEACE. Through the Online Special OPS you have the means to share true peace to friends, family and school at large. Last but not least since we need to take this light back to our communities, as your understanding of peace grows together with your commitment to the Peace Revolution Project, you will gain the necessary tools for enforcing your PIPO proposal, which will be editable until the last day and will represent the culmination of your process.

The fellowship offers a 14 days intensive training program providing participants with deeper insight in the relationship between inner peace and sustainable world peace and enhancing their ability to create peace within their family, professional and social environment.

In addition to our intense meditation practice, participants will gain knowledge of various theoretical approaches that include:

  • Conflict resolution and the role of the basic human self-disciplines
  • The role of our habits in our daily life and how to improve; the 5 Rooms of life
  • The factors that determine our perception to think, act and speak; relation between body and mind
  • Leadership: Eight pillars for a stable peaceful society
  • Thai-Buddhist Studies

Presently, the fellowship will take place at Mooktawan Sanctuary in an island at the southern part of Thailand. Participants will enjoy meditating in a serene and peaceful near-forest environment. Well, many people say it′s a celestial hideaway on Earth.

Peace and change makers, youth activists, day dreamers or everyone who is really committed to his self development and to everyone else’s self development, this is your call, we need you all on board to make this possible, let’s join the PEACE REVOLUTION.

Eligibility

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Candidates should be 18-30 years old at the time of submitting the application in order to receive the airfare support.
  • Candidates must have completed 42 days of the online self-development program. Note that in order to submit the application form, candidates do not need to have completed the online self-development program.
  • Candidates must have completed at least 1 OFFLINE (with 5 or more participants) and 1 ONLINE (with 10 or more participants) Special Ops.
  • Candidates need to submit a PIPO Proposal (included in the application form).
  • Candidates have good proficiency in written and spoken English language.
  • Candidates should be optimistic, be open-minded, show leadership potential, and have a genuine interest in peace.
  • Candidates must finish all the above requirements (the self-development program as well as the online Special Ops) before the eligibility deadline of a fellowship.

Scholarship

The Thailand fellowship includes:

  • partial sponsoring of airfare*,
  • free accommodation,
  • free catering,
  • free local transportation,
  • free meditation retreat fee.
 Everyone is welcome to join the fellowship. But to be eligible for the partial sponsoring of airfare, candidates must be between 18-30 years old.

How to apply?

  • Fellowship Date: 13 – 26 Oct 2015
  • Application Deadline: 15 Jun 2015
  • Eligibility Deadline : 27 Jul 2015

 

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, check the FAQ section or write to: fellowship@peacerevolution.net

The official web-page.

Youth Opportunity in Minneapolis, MN, USA

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tpt Is Looking for African American students!

Twin Cities Public Television invites students to answer: What does success mean to you? Deadline is April 30.

Minneapolis Teen Job Fair

Sat., April 25, Noon-3PM, Minneapolis Central Library

Minnesota Business Venture (MBV) Program in July

For 9-12th graders to learn about leadership, business, and careers. Spend a week at St. Cloud State or St. John’s. Financial assistance is available.

Minnesota Aviation Career Education (ACE) Camp

June 22-28 & July 20-26, MSP International Airport

For students entering grades 10, 11 or 12. Financial assistance is available. Apply by May 16.

Gustavus Adolphus Summer Institute of Nursing

An opportunity for students (grades 9-12) to explore nursing and health-care careers.

Star Tribune 2015 Summer Camp Guide

Dunwoody College Career Awareness Program

June 15-July 17, 9AM-3PM. 11th and 12th graders can receive a $100 weekly stipend, a free bus pass and food.

May 1st deadline for APIAVote Summer Internships

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The APIAVote Internship Program strives to encourage and cultivate young AAPI student leaders to explore a career in the public sector or the political arena. This internship program will also provide hands on experience and training on how to organize and implement voter activities to increase the participation of AAPIs in the electoral process. For the Summer of 2015, we are offering paid and unpaid internships.

The internship program is tailored per organizational needs and intern skills. Interns may work on any of the following areas: Communications/Technology (new media and traditional), Graphic Design, Field (working with APIAVote partners to mobilize for elections), Research and Policy (research and advocate for policy recommendations), Training (Norman Y. Mineta Leadership Training Institute), or Youth (engaging and organizing our youth coalitions).

LOCATION: Washington, D.C.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 1, 2015

CLICK HERE to read more about the requirements, qualifications and application process

Creative CityMaking Internship for College Students in MN, USA

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Creative CityMaking Internship

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We are seeking a well organized, communicative, and creative person to assist in efforts around Creative CityMaking, a multi-year, arts-based innovation initiative within Minneapolis City government designed to advance City priorities through in-depth collaborations between City departments and highly skilled community artists. The aim of the program is to deepen the understanding of how arts-based engagement approaches can strengthen connections between City government and the communities the City serves.

This is an opportunity for a rising leader to build professional skills while forwarding a dynamic network of innovative, cross-sector leaders and collaborations addressing the social justice issues through the arts. The ideal candidate must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be a proactive, resourceful, efficient and adaptive contributor to the work. Intermedia Arts is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and strongly encourages people of color to apply.

Please forward this opportunity along to anyone you know who might be interested or apply yourself! 

TIME REQUIRED: Flexible/Part Time (up to 30 hours/month)

START DATE: March 2015 (immediate start date)

END DATE: September 2015 with the potential to extend into 2016

STATUS: Paid Stipend  $100/month
DEADLINE: Open until filled

Please check out the FULL INTERNSHIP APPLICATION for full information and application details!