UMD Education Abroad Internship

The University of Maryland Education Abroad Office is offering three semester long internships. All internships are unpaid.

Internships:

·         Design and Marketing

·         Online Communications

·         Diversity Initiatives

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTIONS

Design & Marketing Internship

Expertise:  visual design for print and web

This intern will report to the Assistant Director for Advising and Outreach to design and create visually appealing marketing and outreach materials for both print and online materials.  Projects may include:

• Designs print materials such as flyers, posters and brochures
• Organizes flickr account and edits images for web and print
• Creates visual exhibits for display cases and bulletin boards
• Researches new and innovative ways of promoting EA at UMD
• Carries out critique of design and aesthetics of both print and web resources
• Develops video resources

·         Conceptualizes and proposes projects/ideas that advance EA’s mission and which are uniquely supported by the intern’s particular skills set/knowledge/interests.

• Other duties as assigned.

Preferences: Experience using Adobe creative suite; Interest in video production and editing;

Additional application requirements:  Design sample. Submission of a 3 to 5 minute self-authored clip showcasing the student’s production abilities.

Online Communications Internship
Expertise:  social media strategies and online content development

This intern will report to the Applications Coordinator to support and upkeep EA’s social media sites.  He/she will also assist with EA’s news listserv – soliciting and posting content.  Other projects may include:

·         Designs listserv layout and develops content for biweekly issues.

·         Researches social media strategies and features for connecting to students and stakeholders and helps to carry these out.

·         Assists with updates to MyEA content including application materials and brochures – gives input on language choices, layout, and overall content

·         Carries out critique of accessibility and clarity for all online resources

·         Researches innovative ideas for using visual and/or interactive media in MyEA and the website.

·         Conceptualize and propose projects/ideas that advance EA’s mission and which are uniquely supported by the intern’s particular skills set/knowledge/interests.

·         Other duties as assigned.

Preferences: Communications major, experience using social media accounts to represent a group or organization, knowledge of html and JavaScript.

Diversity Initiatives Internship
Expertise:  underrepresented students in study abroad

This intern will work closely with an EA Advisor and the Assistant Director for Advising and Outreach on initiatives geared towards supporting students who are underrepresented in study abroad. At UMD this category includes but is not limited to racial and ethnic minorities, first generation college students, males and students with high financial need. 

Projects may include:

• Identifies and corresponds with student organizations to promote study abroad
• Represents Education Abroad at presentations and on student panels
• Helps to organize the Welcome Back Dinner for minority student study abroad alumni 
• Conceptualizes and proposes projects/ideas that advance EA’s mission and which are uniquely supported by the intern’s particular skills set/knowledge/interests.
• Collects data about expectations and the decision-making process of underrepresented students regarding studying abroad
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferences: An expressed interest in working to support students who are traditionally underrepresented in study abroad. Students who identify with an underrepresented group are strongly encouraged to apply.

Preferred qualifications:

·         Experience living, working or studying abroad

·         Ability to devote 8 to 10 hours weekly

·         Junior, Senior or Graduate student

Benefits

·         Develop skills in a professional work environment

·         Expand knowledge of the field of international education

·         Build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills

·         Frequent opportunities to communicate with diverse audiences the professional takeaways from your study abroad experience.

·         Engage with EA campus partners and build professional networks

·         Gain professional experience working in a fast-paced, cross-cultural and dynamic environment.

·         Enhance your resume with international education experience.

·         Attend professional development brown bag lunches facilitated by EA staff.

Internship Requirements:

·         Enthusiasm, reliability, strong communication skills, and genuine interest in international education.

·         Weekly check-in meetings with supervisor

·         Ability to complete projects in a timely and responsible manner.

·         Willingness to support the daily processes of the Education Abroad office.

How to Apply

To apply for an internship please e-mail a cover letter and resume to Leanne Johnson at lijohnso@umd.edu.  Please also include any additional requirements listed under the internship for which you are applying.  For best consideration, apply by August 15^th. The application deadline is August 30, 2014.