[Arizona-students] Announcement of Internships at Institute

[David Andrews]

>        The National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute is at the center of innovation in the field of blindness.  In its first year, the Institute has established itself as a leader in creating innovative education programs, technologies, research, and partnerships that will forever change opportunities for the blind.  As we imagine and build a future full of opportunities, we are interested in fostering leadership and innovation through Jernigan Institute Internships.  Internships might be for a month or a semester depending on the needs of the Institute and the skills and interests of the intern.  Those interested in internship opportunities with the NFB Jernigan Institute should contact Mark Riccobono, Manager of Education Programs, at (410) 659-9314, extension 2368, or email mriccobono at nfb.org to learn about current and future opportunities.
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>Who:    Individuals interested in working on behalf of the blind of America through the NFB Jernigan Institute, the only research and training institute operated by an organization of blind people
>Where:  Baltimore, Maryland
>What:   Internships will vary in length depending on the needs of the organization and will pay up to $1,500 per month, with a sleeping room provided at the National Center for the Blind.
>When:   Apply now for summer 2005 internship opportunities.
>How:    Send a resume with a cover letter to:
>National Federation of the Blind
>Jernigan Institute Internships
>Attn: Mark Riccobono
>1800 Johnson Street
>Baltimore, Maryland   21230
>Email: mriccobono at nfb.org
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>Current opportunities include:
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>Education Program Intern
>This intern will work on projects under the NFB Jernigan Institute Education Programs.  
>Duties may include but not be limited to:
>·       Researching educational issues for projects
>·       Developing content or curriculum
>·       Working in NFB Science Academy
>·       Assisting with writing grants for program development and operation
>·       Writing white papers on critical educational topics
>·       Assisting in the general operation of the education programs department
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>Online Education Program Intern
>This intern would work on content and resources related to the NFB Online Education Program.  
>Duties may include but not be limited to:
>·       Researching information for the program
>·       Assisting with marketing, including performing market research to increase use of the program
>·       Developing new content as needed
>·       Making suggestions for program improvements
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