For those who want to get some career experience during J Term, or want to spend J Term exploring their passion there is a wide range of great Winter Term internship options! Be sure to get on MOJO and apply by Tuesday, November 15th. Each of these opportunities would allow you to get outside the classroom and spend a month in an interactive and hands-on environment! Have you already signed up for a class? No worries–to get credit for your J Term internship, you’ll need to apply for credit on MOJO and then just fill out an add/drop card once you’ve been approved. Still have questions? Go to go/wtintern to get more information about interning during J Term.
Here are just of the few internship postings up on MOJO:
1. High School Completion Coordinator at Vermont Adult Learning in Middlebury, VT
Interested in education and the non-profit world? Vermont Adult Learning seeks an intern that will help make a difference in the lives of students by providing them better access to educational opportunities. You could combine your interest in the non-profit world with your background as an Education Studies major.
2. Social Justice in Urban Education Experience at West Denver Preparatory Charter School in Denver, CO
This leadership development opportunity would allow you to expand your leadership skills through a mentorship with a teacher and administrator and provide you with insight on the instructional and administrative areas of education.
3. Research and Web Site Intern at Isea Risk in Middlebury, VT
This PAID internship in financing and banking would include constructing a website and conducting background research on essay topics and responses. Along with these responsibilities, this Midd parent has a strong sense that there is a good chance for greater learning and connecting and networking with other people in the field. Even if you are remotely interested in this opportunity, you are encouraged to apply and talk with John more about your interests and how you can contribute.
4. Writer/Blogger position at Film Annex in NYC
Film Annex, online film promotion and distribution company, offers internships to talented students who are seeking careers in film, fashion, journalism, politics, new media, and the arts at large. You will be expected to do interviews and research to strengthen your piece. What’s more you will get to learn about new media and online film distribution, one of the fastest growing and most appealing industries in today’s world. You will network with colleagues, other writers, filmmakers, and get a chance to do coverage at film festivals as well.
5. Legislative Aide at Vermont Farm Bureau in Montpelier, VT
This PAID position is a legislative aide to our lobbyist. General responsibilities include: assisting our lobbyist with agricultural advocacy at the state house, attending meetings, taking notes, analyzing bills, formulating policy positions, answering simple questions, and writing the weekly legislative newsletter that is emailed and mailed to members.