Avon Elementary School – Avon, Minnesota                ON-GOING
Two opportunities for education majors and minors, as well as Spanish, English, Science and Math majors. Contact the school directly for information about current opportunities.
1.  Working with Students of High Potential
Description:  Working with elementary students (preschool through 6th grade) of high potential, for academic credit.  Applications accepted from all majors. The hours per week equal six or more.
Responsibilities:  The interns would be responsible for teacher guided curriculum in the areas of compacting and differentiating instruction. Other intern experiences may include: learning contracts and study guides, tiered tasks of various difficulty levels, extension centers, independent study, flexible grouping, cluster grouping, acceleration, Great Books, learning and invention fairs.
Application Process:  Please send letter of interest and resume to the address below:

CONTACT:         Jean Weis-Clough
                      Principal Avon Elementary
                      410 Avon Ave. N., Avon, MN 56310 

2. Working with Hispanic students in the ESL program – ON-GOING

Description:  This is a great opportunity for students with a Spanish major or minor who enjoy working with children, who are interested in working with Spanish speaking ESL students in or out of class, to help with subjects in which they struggle, particularly language and reading.  Applications accepted from all majors.  This internship is for academic credit. The hours per week equal six or more.
Responsibilities:  The intern will research and provide appropriate books, educational games, and activities for students. Opportunities for translating school communications to parents may also be available.

Application Process:  Please send letter of interest and resume to the address below:

CONTACT:    Jean Weis-Clough
                   Principal Avon Elementary

                   410 Avon Ave. N., Avon, MN 56310

CRC CATEGORIES:   Education (ED)  Global/ Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP)

Best Programs  - Madrid, Spain
Best Programs works to find unpaid internships for foreign students in Spanish and Belgian firms.  It is an educational program for resume enhancement and practical language improvement.  Interns cover all professions in office-based work in industries such as Fashion, Media, IT, Graphic Arts, Marketing and Education.  They place students in arenas where they will learn to use either French or Spanish in a real working scenario while getting practical experience in their future careers.  They specialize in professional internship placements and will hunt for a post for a student in any field or in any sector.
For a more detailed view of their services, please visit their website at www.bestprograms.org.
CONTACT:          Kremena Asenova
                       Best Programs
                       Solano 11, 3˚ - C
                       28223 Madrid, Spain
PHONE:              (34) 91-518-7110
FAX:                  (34) 91-518-9588
CRC CATEGORIES:  Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP) (1/06)

The Brain Injury Association of Minnesota – Minneapolis, MN                  ON-GOING
Multi- Cultural Outreach Intern
Description:  Under the guidance of the Latino Outreach and Multi-Cultural Outreach Coordinators, the intern performs a variety of activities to help create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education and advocacy.  This is an unpaid internship.
Responsibilities: The intern will develop informational materials for various underserved communities and attend health fairs and meetings.  He/she will also help the Outreach Coordinators prepare for outreach activities and follow up with new contacts from diverse communities. 
Requirements: Position is open to sophomores, juniors or seniors who have completed some coursework in sociology, public health, social work or a related field.  Requires organized, good communicator who is able to adapt to changing needs and demands.  Must be comfortable working with diverse communities.  Interest in brain injury a plus.  Transportation required. 
Application Process: Please contact Volunteer Coordinator below.
CRC CATEGORIES:        Global/ Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP), Health/Behavior Health (HL), Human Services (HS)
CONTACT:       Kimberly Ferencik, Volunteer Coordinator
PHONE:               (612) 378- 2742
EMAIL:                kimberlyf@braininjurymn.org 

Children’s HeartLink – Edina, MN                                                          ON-GOING
Description:  Children’s HeartLink is an international medical charity, based in Edina, MN.  Children’s Heartlink has been mobilizing individuals to treat and prevent heart disease in needy children for over 35 years.  They currently have partner hospital programs in Malaysia, India, China, Ukraine and Kenya, as well as efforts in South Africa. 
Responsibilities:  Providing assistance to all Children’s HeartLink international program activities, including travel preparations, staff communications, updating patient and supply databases, filing, attending meetings, assisting with special events, potential translation work.
Requirements:  Interest in working with international charity or nonprofit organization.  A commitment to intern for a full semester at Children’s HeartLink international headquarters in Edina, MN, and the ability to commit to a minimum of 14 hours services a week, experience in Microsoft Suite applications, strong writing/communication and proofreading skills
Application Process:  Submit resume, cover letter which identifies that you are applying for spring semester, how you heard about internship, etc. to contact listed below.  Also include a short writing sample (1-3 pages), which demonstrates your ability to communicate effectively.  Applications accepted until November 25, 2005.
CRC CATEGORIES:  Health/Behavioral Health (HL) Human Services (HS), Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language (IP), Public Relations (CM)  
CONTACT:    Karen Baumgaertner
                      International Programs Coordinator
                      Children's HeartLink
PHONE:         952-928-4860 x 12
                      Toll Free: 1-888-928-6678
FAX:              952-928-4859
EMAIL:                Karen@childrensheartlink.org
WEBSITE:          www.childrensheartlink.org 

Common Hope – St. Paul, MN                                                        ON-GOING
Common Hope (formerly The Godchild Project) is a nonprofit organization serving impoverished children and families living in the highlands of Guatemala. Godchild is a child sponsorship program where over 1,600 sponsored children and their families receive assistance in the areas of health care, education, housing, and other human development programs. Common Hope is looking for individuals who have a personal desire to serve those less advantaged, an interest in learning how a small nonprofit works "from the inside," and good written and oral communication skills. Common Hope’s needs for assistance are ever changing. If you are interested in joining their staff, you are encouraged to contact them to learn about the opportunities Common Hope has available to suit your interests and skills. Internships are available year-long in the areas of fundraising and communication as well as other areas. Common Hope is willing to work with students to receive academic credit.
CRC CATEGORIES: Human Services (HS), Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language and International Program (IP) CONTACT: Michelle Regnier
ADDRESS: Common Hope
                 550 Vandalia Street
                 PO Box 14298
                 St. Paul, MN 55114
PHONE: (651) 917-7458
FAX: (651) 917-7458
WEBSITE: http://www.commonhope.org/

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) – Washington, D.C.      ON-GOING
The CHCI is a non-profit and non-partisan educational organization OFFERING educational and leadership development programs, services, and activities that promote the growth of its participants as effective professionals and strong leaders.  The organization is currently offering summer internships for 30 undergraduates from across the county.  The intern will spend two months in Washington, D.C. working for a member of congress and getting a “behind the scenes” look at how the U.S. government functions.  Interns receive a $2,000 stipend, roundtrip transportation, and housing in a university dormitory with this position.  If interested, please send a resume to the contact below.  Questions can be answered by exploring the organizations website or contacting the program’s coordinator.
CRC CATEGORIES: INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (IP)
CONTACT: Ms. Sandra Arez
               CHCI Programs Coordinator
ADDRESS:   Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
               911 2^nd St. NE
               Washington, DC 200023
PHONE:      (202) 543-1771
                (800) 392-9532
FAX:          (202) 546-2143
EMAIL:       chci@chci.org
WEBSITE:   www.chci.org

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Minneapolis, MN                            ON-GOING
Description:  Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is offering paid, year-round (part-time) and Summer (full-time) positions. This internship will help intern gain work experience; receive many networking and capacity building opportunities. Interns will provide technical and administrative support to the President/Executive Director including member and client support services.
Responsibilities: Answer telephones; arrange/attend meetings, welcome clients, provide PC support to president, filing, and preparation of miscellaneous office forms. 
Requirements: Student must be bilingual in English/Spanish, must be PC literate with skills in Microsoft Office, email, and the internet.
Application Process: Please contact person below for more information.
CRC CATEGORIES:  Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP), Management (MA)
CONTACT:             Ana Gabriela Power
                        Operations Manager
                        Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of MN 
ADDRESS:          3000 North 2^nd St. 
                        Minneapolis, MN  55411 
EMAIL:              apower@hispanicmn.org
PHONE:             612-312-1692
FAX:                 612-312-1693

Instituto De Espanol - San Jose, Costa Rica                       ON-GOING
The Instituto De Espanol in Costa Rica is offering a position in the area of marketing and languages in Costa Rica. Interns must have very good English skills, know computer programs such as Word, Windows, Excel, and Power Point, and be able to answer e-mails. It is not absolutely necessary to know Spanish for this internship. There is a minimum three-month stay for this position.
CRC CATEGORIES: Communication (CM)

La Cruz (Catholic Charities) – St. Cloud, MN                                               ON-GOING
Description: La Cruz is a 104-unit housing complex managed by Catholic Charities that offers affordable renting for people with low incomes. The residents of La Cruz come from many diverse ethnic backgrounds and include many families with young children, including recent immigrants to the United States.  A community liaison helps the residents in providing information, referral services, resources, awareness and opportunities within the St. Cloud area. 
Responsibilities: The intern in this position will assist the Community Liaison in providing support, resources, awareness, and opportunities within the St. Cloud area.  Further the individual will act as an advocate for residents of the La Cruz Community and assist in maintaining and identifying actions and programs to make La Cruz Community a positive place to live; assist in providing regular contact with households to assess residents needs; establish resource files on topics and outreach programs relevant to LaCruz community, residents and staff and update files on a regular basis.
Requirements: Must be working towards a degree in Human Relations, or other related field. Must be able to intern afternoons for approximately 22 hours a week. Prefer bi-lingual speaking abilities, particularly Somalian.
Application Process: Please contact Staff Recruiter below.
CRC CATEGORIES:        Global/ Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP), Health/Behavior Health (HL)
CONTACT:         Diane Swenson
PHONE:            (320) 650-1559
EMAIL:                dswenson@gw.stcdio.org 

The Kamau Kambui Circle of Cultural Learning, Inc. – St. Paul, MN  ON-GOING

The KKCCL exists to provide experiential learning opportunities that teach about history and encourage healthy dialogue regarding cultural and racial issues.  This internship will create a curriculum/manual for the Underground Railroad Simulation.  The project entails participating in and learning about the Underground Railroad simulation, outlining the curriculum/manual, determining the medium of the manual and completing as many elements as possible.  Strong organizational, creative-thinking, and writing skills are required. This paid opportunity was offered through HECUA in summer. The Kamau Kambui Circle of Cultural Learning may offer unpaid opportunities at other times. Application should be made directly to The Kamau Kambui Circle of Cultural Learning.

CONTACT:      Chris Crutchfield
ADDRESS:      909 Selby Ave.
                   St. Paul, MN  55104
PHONE:         (651) 310-0400
FAX:             (651) 310-0408
CRC CATEGORIES:  (ED) EDUCATION

Miguel Agustin Pro Juarez Human Rights Center – Mexico                                               ON-GOING
The Miguel Agustin Pro Juarez Human Rights Center is a non-governmental organization that seeks to promote a culture of respect for human rights and to defend persons or groups whose human rights have been violated.  This company works with local, national, and international organizations to consolidate human rights protection in Mexico, particularly for those who suffer injustice, poverty, and marginalization.   The Miguel Agustin Pro Juarez Human Rights Center offers an internship position to international students or recent graduates in Human Rights, International Studies, Journalism or related fields.  This position is an outstanding opportunity to become familiarized with the major concerns affecting Mexico’s human rights situation, and gain valuable experience working in this highly-recognized human rights NGO.  The intern must have an intermediate or advanced level of the Spanish language.  This internship is unpaid.
CONTACT: Thalia Vega or Maureen Meyer
E-MAIL: tvega@sjsocial.org
             mmeyer@sjsocial.org 
CRC CATEGORIES: International Programs (IP)

Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights – Mpls., MN            ON-GOING

Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights, a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and protection of internationally recognized human rights seeks volunteer interns for the Children’s Human Rights Program. They are seeking a person who is comfortable reading and writing Spanish, comfortable reading and writing English. They are also looking for a person who is interested with global health/primary health care services.
CRC CATEGORIES: Education (ED)

Minnesota International Center – Minneapolis, MN                                ON-GOING
The Minnesota International Center is a non-profit, non-partisan organization with a mission to inspire the community to understand global issues and cultures in an ever changing world.  An internship at the MIC offers an opportunity for college students or recent graduates to be exposed to international issues in Minnesota.  Internships are available in administration, development, international visitors program, community programs, world affairs and international classroom connections.  Internships are unpaid and require a minimum of ten hours a week.  Candidates should have an interest in international relations, international education, world affairs, non-profit management or fundraising.  The organization accepts applications year round for the following time periods: fall semester (Sept. –Dec.), spring semester (Jan. – May) and summer (June-Aug.). Applicants applying for the Spring should have applications in by mid-November and priority will be given to those who do by then.  Please download application at website below. Application, resume, and cover letter should be sent to email below.
CRC CATEGORIES: Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP), Education (ED), Event Planning (EP), Management (MA)
WEBSITE:          www.micglobe.org
EMAIL:               mic@mic.umn.edu

Northfield Senior Citizens, Inc. – Northfield, MN         ON-GOING
Project Description:  Compile a report of current data on immigrant groups in the Northfield area, survey existing programs and services provided by the community to immigrant groups through interviews, and develop a list of individuals who could serve as liaisons between NSC and immigrant adults. 
Applications Process:   This internship is sponsored by HECUA’s Partners Internship Program which has provided a grant to Northfield Senior Citizens, Inc. for the summer.  A full description of the internship and contact information is available on the HECUA website: www.hecua.org/pip. (Click on the PIP Internships for Summer 2006 link) Note:  Applications for this internship should be made directly to Northfield Senior Citizens, Inc.
CRC CATEGORIES:   Human Services (HS)

Organic Consumers Association (OCA) – Little Marais, MN                                   ON-GOING
The OCA is a grassroots, non-profit public interest organization dealing with issues of genetic engineering, food safety, industrial agriculture, fair trade, and environmental sustainability.  The OCA is looking for interns to work in their main headquarters to help coordinate their organizing efforts.  The responsibilities of an intern include: organizing events, researching and writing, assisting with media outreach, and assisting staff with daily duties such as responding to telephone inquiries and emails.  The intern should be self-motivated with strong research and writing skills, and have some computer knowledge.  Knowledge of Spanish is also helpful.  A commitment of six months and 32 hours per week is preferable but exceptions may be made.  Interns will receive a $100/week stipend and shared rustic housing during this time.  If interested in applying for an internship, please send the following materials to the address below: cover letter including why you would like to intern with the OCA, past experience, skills, anticipated start/end dates, a current resume, writing sample, creative description of yourself, and two reference letters.  Internships are available year round.
CRC CATEGORIES: (CM) COMMUNICATION, (IP) INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
ADDRESS: (headquarters location) Little Marais, MN
EMAIL: barbara@organicconsumers.org

Partners for Violence Prevention – St. Paul, MN                              ON-GOING
The mission of PVP is to promote peace, reduce the incidence and impact of violence, and build the capacity for violence prevention in the community.  Community Violence Prevention with a Focus on Children addresses the public health of primary prevention, addressing violence before it occurs, which is best accomplished by working with children through community education and awareness, collaboration and provision of resources to schools and community agencies.  This program includes West 7^th Family Center, which focuses on early childhood education, and the EastSide Peacemakers, a network of agencies dedicated to promoting a peaceful community on the EastSide of St. Paul.  Interns are responsible for assisting the Peace Council Coordinator at after school Peace Councils, assisting with Child Witness to Violence training, developing contact with a faith community and speaking to them about issues surrounding violence prevention and peace promotion, organizing and implementing a Large Blue Ribbon Campaign for Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, and assisting in developing activities and materials on the topic of gender violence prevention in EastSide high schools.  This position is paid a stipend; hours are flexible and arranged between site and intern but are not 40 hours per week.  The position is an annual position, meaning academic year long, not just a semester.
CRC CATEGORIES: Human Services (HS), Intercultural (IP)
CONTACT: Moira Lynch, Community Violence Prevention Coordinator
ADDRESS: 340 Walnut Street
                St. Paul, MN 55102
PHONE: (651) 241-5862

The Public Affairs Group, Inc. – Washington DC                                             ON-GOING
Description:  The Public Affairs Group, Inc. (PAG) is a strategic communications firm owned by iVillage and is the umbrella title uniting three separate divisions: The Business Women’s Network, *Diversity Best Practices, and *Best Practices in Corporate Communications.  All sects promote and encourage diversity and women in the workplace.  PAG’s goal is to provide each student with an experience relevant to their major or area of interest.
Responsibilities:  Assist in event planning, verbal/personal interaction with Fortune 500 clients.  The work will be detailed and challenging, and will provide first-hand corporate experience. – Experience that could be included in the intern work portfolio.
Requirements:   PAG interns should be  juniors/seniors (or grad students) who possess excellent oral and written communication skills, have strong on-line and off-line research and organizational skills, pay attention to detail and accuracy, have good decision-making skills, have a strong interest, understanding, and appreciation for women and diversity issues, and a willingness to work independently and as a team.
Application Process:  All interested interns should submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and three references: professional, academic, and personal.  Apply online at www.tpag.com/intern.

Business Women’s Network (BWN) – The Business Women’s Network focuses on the needs of women in business, nationally and internationally.  Throughout various events, activities, and projects they provide women all over the world with opportunities, information, linkages and support.  BWN wants to empower business women with the ability to make sound, profitable business decisions, which will ultimately lead to a stronger economy across all corporate and government borders.  BWN interns should have an interest in international women’s issues related to business exports and trade.

Diversity Best Practices (DBP) – Diversity Best Practices is a one-stop information center for Diversity and benchmarking.  They organize peer-group workshops for their members addressing specific diversity issues (i.e. Mentoring and Leadership, and Multicultural Marketing).  They are committed to voice the need to increase equity, equality, advancement, and retention in Corporate America for women and minorities (encompassing not only ethnic groups, but people who have been socially marginalized).  Projects include event planning elements for day-long conference and awards dinner, diversity project support, diversity client file organizing, developing a diversity resource library, and organizing special project materials from diversity member files.  DBP interns should have well-developed interpersonal skills, professional appearance and manner, is computer literate in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Internet applications.  Experience with desktop publishing (PageMaker, Quark, PowerPoint) is preferred but not required.

Best Practices in Corporate Communications (BPCC) – Best Practices in Corporate Communications builds relationships and develop innovative solutions, which help member companies utilize and improve communication.  Interns can focus, but are not limited to, three areas of interest: research-based (helping to write reports and white papers), technology-based (maintaining the BPCC website – both in content and look), and sales/marketing-based (assisting selling the products and services of BPCC).  Projects include conference calls and reports/white papers.  Additional responsibilities include assist with sales and marketing efforts, content for the website and BPCC Newsletter, and maintaining database of BPCC Contacts. 
CRC CATEGORIES: Communication Writing, Marketing/Promotions (CM), Global/intercultural (IP), Management (MA), Women’s Issues (WI)
CONTACT: Sandy Strzyzewski, Senior Vice President or Maiko Banno
ADDRESS: The Public Affairs Group, Inc.
                 1990 M Street NW, Suite 700
                 Washington, DC 20036
PHONE:     (202) 466-8209
FAX:         (202) 833-1808 (general fax)
                (202) 293-3327 Attn: Sandy Strzyzewski
EMAIL:       Sandy hr@tpag.com
WEBSITES:  www.tpag.com
                www.bwni.com
                www.diversitybestpractices.com
                    www.bpincc.com  

Policy Internship Opportunities – Washington, D.C., New York, elsewhere.              ON-GOING
Policy experience is a real bonus when applying for certain competitive fellowships such as Truman, Pickering or Fullbright.  Many of these opportunities are unpaid, but they could provide a valuable experience as well as open doors into exciting policy problems. A selection of opportunities is listed below.
CRC CATEGORIES: Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP), Government (GO)

Center for Defense Information - Washington, DC
http://www.cdi.org/about/internships.cfm\
Deadline for application: March 1 of current year
CDI conducts research on defense and military issues focusing on areas like technology, the procurement process, arms control and the like.  Great opportunity for students interested in international relations, peace studies or political science.

Congressional Internships
http://hillzoo.com/?s=jobs
The Hillzoo website provides a regularly updated list of internship and entry-level job opportunities on the Hill and in other DC policy circles.  Worth checking regularly.

Freedom House - Washington, DC and New York City, NY
http://www.freedomhouse.org/aboutfh/empopp.htm
Freedom House produces the famous “survey on freedom” as well as other programs to promote human rights and civic participation in emerging democracies.  Freedom House also houses a center on religious freedom.   

Government Accountability Office - Washington, DC and elsewhere
http://www.gao.gov/jobs/intern.pdf
The accounting arm of Congress, the GAO investigates government programs to prevent waste and fraud.  The GAO has earned a reputation in recent years as a great place to work and their work products have garner a great deal of press attention.  A good opportunity for accounting, economics, management and political science majors.

International Crisis Group - Washington, DC and New York City, NY
http://www.crisisgroup.org/home/index.cfm?id=2497&l=1
Deadline: March 1 of current year
ICG provides research on current or potential conflicts, particularly in South Asia, Central Asia, the Balkans, and parts of Africa.  Great opportunity for those interested in international relations, peace studies and political science.

International Republic Institute - Washington, DC
http://www.iri.org/opportunities.asp
Check for updated information
The counterpart to NDI, IRI supports political party building, election assistance, and civic participation programs for USAID and the NED around the world.  Great opportunity to learn about international development, political party processes, and electoral campaigns while working with interesting Republican Party consultants.  Good for students interested in area studies or political science.

National Democratic Institute - Washington, DC
http://www.ndi.org/employment/internships/internships.asp
Check frequently for updated information
NDI supports political party building, election assistance, and civic participation programs for USAID and the NED around the world.  Great opportunity to learn about international development, political party processes, and electoral campaigns while working with interesting Democratic Party consultants.  Good for students interested in area studies or political science.

National Endowment for Democracy - Washington, DC
http://www.ned.org/employment.html
Application Deadline: March 15 of current year.
The NED supports democracy-building worldwide by managing programs and funding in a variety of programmatic and regional areas.  A variety of internship opportunities exist in program support and with the Journal of Democracy.

Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars - Washington, DC
http://www.wilsoncenter.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=internships.welcome
Deadline: March 18 of current year.
The WWICS is a center for research and scholarship in a variety of policy areas including international affairs, economics, Cold War history and many more.  Opportunities for students with backgrounds in economics, history, peace studies and more.

South Side Boys and Girls Club – St. Cloud, Minnesota                 ON-GOING
Post-Secondary Prep Program Coordinator
Description:  The Post-Secondary Program Coordinator will lead the development and  implementation of a curriculum that will lead to expanded and in-depth knowledge about post-secondary options for the senior members at the Southside Boys and Girls Club.  The candidate will enjoy working with underrepresented youth and act as an advocate for these Club members.  The intern will be making additions to an existing curriculum, as well as, providing feedback about this program.  Opportunity to work with outstanding youth and staff members.
Qualifications:  Excellent written and verbal communications skills, strong orientation to detail, interest in working with multicultural youth, passion for social justice, self starter.
Responsibilities:  Plan activities, research and develop post-secondary prep curriculum, initiate and maintain contact with community organizations, implement post-secondary prep curriculum with senior Club members.
Application Process:  The application deadline will be open until position is filled.  Interested candidates should apply to:
CONTACT:      Cindy Pederson
                   College of Saint Benedict/St. John’s University
                   37 College Avenue
                   St. Joseph, MN   56377
PHONE:          320-363-5117
CRC CATEGORY:  Human Services (HS) Global/Intercultural/Language  (IP) (05-06)

The Population Institute- Washington, DC                                                                        ON-GOING
The Population Institute is offering an internship in the fields of international relations and development of the non-profit sector. The job entails maintaining a press list, talking with media, writing, reporting, proofreading, and editing. Applicants should have good leadership qualities, international experiences, and know a foreign language. This is a paid, year-round position.
CRC CATEGORIES: Foreign Language/International (IP)

QingDao China – Leewin Internship                     ON-GOING
A 6-12 month work-study opportunity for university students or graduates interested in learning Chinese and experiencing the culture of a beautiful city on the Chinese coast.  Package Deal:  225 hours of organized (free) Chinese lessons every term, 60 hours of organized (free) Chinese conversation practice.  Free accommodations, $200/month living allowance, travel reimbursement of $1200 for 12 months, $600 for 6 months, 20 hours of English teaching during the weekend or evening.
Application Requirements:  Resume, basic level of Chinese, mission statement explaining briefly why you want to come to Qingdao for the internship, transcripts, letter of recommendation, recent photo. 
CONTACT:    cleo.liu@leewen.org for further information.
WEBSITE:    www.qingdaotefl.com.
CRC CATEGORIES:  Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP)

University of Minnesota – Human Rights Center - Minneapolis                                        ON-GOING
The Human Rights Center of the University of Minnesota encourages students and residents of the Upper Midwest to undertake opportunities for practical experience related to international human rights.  In early April, the Human Rights Center will award approximately twenty grants for transportation, lodging, and food expenses while working with a human rights organization relevant to the purposes of the Center.  In principal, placements will average at least ten weeks, although this period will vary according to the individual needs of participants and host organizations.  For eligibility requirements, procedures, and more information on the program and fellowship opportunities, visit the web site at http://www1.umn.edu/humanrts/center/uppermidwest
or contact:           Nick Hayes
                           University Chair in Critical Thinking
                           320-363-2623
                           nhayes@csbsju.edu
                           Chris Hummel
                           Competitive Fellowships
                           320-363-5465
                           chummel@csbsju.edu
CRC CATEGORIES:  Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language Internships (IP)

USAID - Europe and Eurasia - Washington, D.C.                                      ON-GOING
Description:  USAID is an independent federal government agency that receives overall foreign policy guidance from the Secretary of State.  Our work supports long-term and equitable economic growth and advances U.S. foreign policy objectives by supporting economic growth, agriculture and trade, global health, and democracy, conflict prevention and humanitarian assistance.  This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in international development.
Qualifications:  Must be US citizens who will undergo a security clearance process and sign a personal services contract.  Must be university or college students and be studying relevant disciplines (public policy, international relations, economics, journalism, agriculture, public administration, law, political science, health, science, finance, etc.)  Flexibility, initiative, enthusiasm, good interpersonal skills and lots of energy are desired.  Computer skillsar a necessity.
Application Process:  A letter of interest, resume or Curriculum Vitae, two letters of reference and verification from the university or college of current enrollment is needed.  If interested, please contact the following for furth details and instructions for applying.  Also, visit the website below to familiarize yourself with USAID's work in the region and to identify areas of particular interest.
CONTACT:    Jessica Schubel
PHONE:           (202) 712-5858
EMAIL:            jschubel@usaid.gov
WEBSITE:       http://www.usaid.gov/locations/europe_eurasia/
CRC CATEGORIES:  GLOBAL/INTERCULTURAL/FOREIGN LANGUAGE (IP) (1/07)

WISE (Women’s Initiative for Self Improvement) – St. Paul, MN 
Various Internships Available
WISE programs address both personal and societal factors that affect the empowerment of women and girls.  All of WISE’s programs highlight leadership development and capacity building in order to empower immigrant and refugee women and girls who, in turn, become involved and create solutions in their lives and in their communities.  WISE is currently seeking volunteers and interns for the following position:  Interpreters for Hmong and Spanish, Marketing and Research, Writer/editing, Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Research Analyst, Human Resources.  If interested in an internship please contact the following:
CONTACT:  Wilhemina Holder, Executive Director
                   WISE
                   Hamline Park Plaza
                   570 Asbury Street, Suite 110
                   St. Paul, MN   55104
PHONE:      651-646-3268
FAX:          651-646-3278
CRC CATEGORIES:   Global/Intercultural (IP) Gender Issues (GI) Human Services (HS),  Communications Web Design (CM)   (6-06)

American Red Cross – St. Paul, MN
The American Red Cross is looking for a language Bank Recruitment Intern. As an intern your goal is building a corps of bi-lingual volunteers to assist with Disaster Services, International Services, Transportation Services and Health and Safety Education with the American Red Cross of the St. Paul Area. This is a paid position and it is a necessity that you have strong skills in a second language.
CRC CATEGORIES: Foreign Language (IP)

Amigos de las Américas – Houston, Texas
Amigos is an international nonprofit organization founded in 1965.  The organization trains and provides opportunities for high school and college students to conduct service projects in Latin America and their home communities.  Amigos volunteers and interns spend four to eight weeks in Latin America in a host community with other volunteers.  These individuals work closely with community members and partner agency representatives on projects that address needs identified by their host communities.  Projects focus on issues such as: community health, community service, environmental health, personal skill-building, and creative expression.  Volunteers and interns will gain skills such as designing educational programs and service projects, communicating with people of diverse backgrounds in Spanish or Portuguese, and assessing community resources and opportunities during this time.  If interested, contact AMIGOS or research their website to find out application deadlines, fees and training schedules. 
CRC CATEGORIES: (HS) HUMAN SERVICES, (IP) INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
CONTACT: Amy Woodell
                Correspondent Volunteer Administrator
ADDRESS: Amigos de las Américas
                5618 Star Lane
                Houston. Texas 77057
PHONE: (713) 782-5290 or (800) 231-7796
FAX: (713) 782-9267
EMAIL: Awoodell@amigoslink.org
WEBSITE: www.amigoslink.org

AZTECA – Minneapolis, MN
AZTECA soccer league is one of the largest Latino men’s soccer leagues in Minnesota.  The organization is offering a summer internship within a non-profit spectrum.  The league focuses on bringing families together through a variety of programs and events.  The intern will be responsible for marketing and promoting events, assisting in all clinic registrations, creating and managing a database, and managing all aspects of team and player registration.  The intern should be able to commit at least 10 hours per week from March 15 through September 30, 2005.  The hours do include some nights and weekends.  The intern should also have their own means of transportation, knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, and excellent organizational skills.  A bilingual applicant in English and Spanish is preferred.  Compensation is also available.  To apply, send a cover letter and resume by March 1, 2005 to Trina Kramer. 
CRC CATEGORIES: COMMUNCICATION – Marketing/Promotions (CM), GLOBAL AND INTERCULTURAL (IP),
CONTACT: Trina Kramer
ADDRESS: AZTECA
3041 4^th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55408
EMAIL: azteca@golatino.org

Casa Guadalupe - Cold Spring, MN                                                         
CSB/SJU students have interned at this site in the past.  Contact the Internship Office or visit the Career Resource Centers for information about current openings. 

Centro Campesino – Owatonna, MN
Centro Campesino is an organization dedicated to improving conditions for Latino migrant workers.  Centro Campesino provides these workers with the ability to fight for social justice through education and the values faith, hope and justice.  Centro Campesino is seeking an intern to help with research of the vegetable processing industry.   Research would include the identification and description of major employees, the financial structure of the industry, the global nature of seasonal vegetable processing, and information about the hiring practices of the industry.  The intern will be expected to complete a final report in both Spanish and English.  All applicants should be fluent in Spanish and English, have good research skills, and have to ability to work individually as well as with a group.  To apply, contact Kathryn Gilje.  This internship was sponsored by the HECUA Partnership Internship Program in summer 2004. 
CRC CATEGORIES: INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (IP)
CONTACT:   Kathy Gilje
                  Co-Director
ADDRESS:   Centro Campesino
                  104 West Broadway Street, #206
                  Owatonna, MN 55060
PHONE: 507-363-9239
FAX: 507-446-1101
EMAIL: Kathryn@cemtrocampesino.net
WEBSITE : www.hecua.org/pip 

Children’s Defense Fund – Minnesota – St. Paul, MN

The mission statement of the Children’s defense Fund is to provide a strong, effective voice for Minnesota children who cannot vote, lobby or speak for themselves, through research, policy advocacy and public education.    The Children’s Defense Fund of Minnesota is looking for a research intern.  The intern will assist in collecting case studies of successful programs for children and families of color in Minnesota.  Duties will include visiting 8-10 program sand writing summaries of their work for publication in their upcoming KIDS COUNT report on the well-being of children of color in Minnesota.
CRC CATEGORIES: (IP)

Japan America Society of Minnesota (JASM)– Minneapolis, MN
The Japan America Society of Minnesota is a non-profit, non-political association engaged in bringing the peoples of Japan and the United states closer together in mutual understanding, respect and cooperation.  Through programs and interchange, it endeavors to promote an appreciation of cultural, educational, economic, public and other affairs of interest to both peoples.  Membership in the society is open to individuals, corporations and other organizations interested in furthering its programs.  This intern would maintain JASM website and develop new content, assist with membership database and financial records, represent JASM to visitors and members in person, on the phone, and via e-mail. 
CRC CATEGORIES: Foreign Language/International (IP)  

Lighthouse Academy- Minneapolis, MN              Lighthouse Academy is a new charter high school designed specifically for immigrant and refugee youths. The school focuses on creating a caring learning community for students and helps them excel academically. Lighthouse Academy is looking for an intern to assist with all start-up activities including: coordination of facility design and furnishing, marketing, continued and expanding community planning and general assistances to the director. A good candidate would be working toward an education or business degree, teaching administrative experience, curriculum design experience, marketing and sales experience and able to work with people from diverse backgrounds. The internship is full time from June through August with a $4200 stipend.   Please email the application, cover letter, and resume by April 22, 2005.   If applications are later then April 22, send to the address below.
CRC CATEGORIES: COMMUNICATION-Marketing (CM)
CONTACT:     Erin Bursch
ADDRESS:    The James Ford Bell Foundation
                    1818 Oliver Avenue South
                    Minneapolis, MN 55405
EMAIL:         erin@fpadvisors.com

Mujeres Unidas del Red River Valley – Moorhead, MN
The mission of Mujeres Unidas del Red River Valley is to empower and educate Hispanic, Latina and Chicana women to help destroy the cycle of racism, poverty and oppression.  This organization is seeking an intern will work with youth leaders to help create training presentations, materials and a youth-led event to help change the education system.  All applicants should be laid back, have a willingness to learn, flexibility, persistence, enjoy working with teens, and preferably be bilingual.  This internship was sponsored by the HECUA Partnership Internship Program in summer 2004.  Visit the HECUA website at www.heua.org/pip . Contact the organization directly for information about current opportunities
CRC CATEGORIES: INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (IP)
CONTACT: Jill Danielson
                Co-Director
ADDRESS: Mujeres Unidas del Red Rever Valley
                200 5^th Street South, Suite 304
                Moorhead, MN 56560
PHONE: (218) 236-9884
FAX: (218) 236-9884
EMAIL: mujeresunidas@juno.com
WEBSITE: www.hecua.org/pip

Our Savior’s Housing – Minneapolis, MN
Our Savior’s Housing provides emergency shelter, transitional housing and aid for people experiencing homelessness.  They are currently seeking a summer intern to create an Employment Resource Center that will assist residents in finding jobs, developing a resume, receiving career counseling, and practicing interviewing skills.  The intern will be required to organize job listings, develop relationships with potential employers, research transportation and clothing resources, and facilitate classes around employment related topics.  Applicants should be ambitious, comfortable working with diverse populations, possess good resume writing skills, have good public speaking skills, be computer literate, bilingual (preferably in Spanish), and a valid driver’s license and vehicle.  To apply, contact Diana Valentine.  This internship was sponsored by the HECUA Partnership Internship Program during summer 2004.  Visit the HECUA website at www.heua.org/pip. Contact Our Savior directly for information about current opportunities.
CRC CATEGOTRIES: INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (IP)

CONTACT: Diana Valentine
                 Adm. Manager/Volunteer Coordinator
ADDRESS: Our Savior’s Housing
                 2219 Chicago Avenue South
                 Minneapolis, MN 55404
PHONE: 612-872-4193
FAX: 612-872-4442
EMAIL: info@oursaviourhousing.org
WEBSTIE: www.hecua.org/pip

Resource Center of the Americas - Minneapolis, MN

The Resource Center of the Americas is in search of an education intern.  The education department covers a variety political, economic, and human rights topics related to the Americas.  Interns will develop bilingual videos and discussion groups, launch letter writing campaigns to public officials, assist with creating and editing, and contacting potential speakers for events.
CRC CATEGORIES: History (HS), Global/Intercultural/Foreign Language (IP)

Riverview Economic Development Association – District del Sol, St. Paul West Side, MN
Riverview Economic Development Association (REDA) is a non-profit community development corporation working to increase the economic capacity and vitality of the businesses on St. Paul’s West Side.  The company is offering an internship for the spring of 2005.  The intern will work with staff at REDA and be exposed to the following activities: community organization, event management and promotion, community economic development, and small business banking.  The intern will be responsible for assisting in producing the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, supporting marketing and sponsorship initiative for REDA, and helping with administrative and clerical duties in the office.  Spanish skills are a plus. The intern should have general computer knowledge and the ability to multitask.  This is a 10-20 hours per week position with a stipend available based on the amount of time the intern is able to commit. 
CRC CATEGORIES: COMMUNCATION (Marketing/Promotions) (CM), EVENT PLANNING (EP) INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (IP)
CONTACT: Chris Romano, Marketing and Business Outreach Manager
PHONE: (651) 222-6347
EMAIL: cr@districtdelsol.com

Sepler and Associates - Eagan, MN
Sepler and Associates, an assessment agency for transportation companies, has an internship opportunity available for the summer of 2001.   Interns will translate surveys into Spanish and then administer them to Spanish-speaking employees who are taking the survey.   You will work under the supervision of a senior level consultant and will have a hands-on role in analyzing the data.  This is a part-time paid position.
CRC CATEGORIES: Foreign Language/International (IP)  

St. Paul Neighborhood Network – St. Paul, MN
The St. Paul Neighborhood Network is dedicated to helping people in expressing their political, religious, artistic, and individual beliefs to their community through non-commercial cable television.  They are seeking a summer intern to work as a pre-production coordinator for a local Spanish language public affairs television series.  The intern will be responsible for producing production contact lists, focus area and subject matter briefs for the television series and producing an outreach packet and a list of series, outreach partners to assist in program promotion.  The intern should have a knowledge and interest in community issues relevant to Spanish speaking audiences in the Twin Cities, be organized, and have good listening and communication skills.  A fluency in Spanish and video production skills or experience are preferred but not necessary.  This internship was sponsored by the HECUA Partnership Internship Program in summer 2004.  Visit the HECUA website at www.heua.org/pip for information about HECUA. Contact St. Paul Neighborhood Network directly for information about current opportunities.
CRC CATEGORIES: INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (IP)
CONTACT: Mike Wassenaar
                 Executive Director
ADDRESS: St. Paul Neighborhood Network
                 214 East 4^th Street, Suite 200
                 St. Paul, MN 55101
PHONE: (651) 298-8900
FAX: (651) 298-8414
EMAIL: info@spnn.org