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Volunteer and Internship Possibilities

1. Introduction
2. Table of Contents
3. GERMANY:
3.1. Volunteer at Doctors Without Borders - Médecins sans Frontieres (MSF)
3.2. Education: Volunteer in a school
3.3. Professional Development: Volunteer at Carl Zeiss Jena
3.4. Volunteer at the Institute of African Affairs
3.5. Volunteer at Peace Brigades International (PBI)
4. INDIA:
4.1. Volunteer at Ashoka India
4.2. Volunteer at ARIVU
4.3. Volunteer at Murray Culshaw Advisory Services (MCAS)
4.4. Volunteer at NEED (Network of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development)
4.5. Volunteer at Eco Friends
4.6. Volunteer at CRED - Centre for rural education and development Madurai, India
4.7. Volunteer at JAGORI Women's Documentation, Training and Communication Centre
4.8. Volunteer at Akanksha Foundation
5. USA:
5.1. Volunteer at Global Kids / New York City
5.2. Volunteer at MADRE
6. CHILE
6.1. Volunteer at PREINFAM (Preventive Center for Children and Family Promotion).
7. NORTHERN IRELAND:
7.1. Volunteer at Wishing Well Family Centre
8. BANGLADESH:
8.1. Volunteer at Grameen Bank
9. INTERNATIONAL:
9.1. Volunteer at Ashoka
10. APPLICATION FORM FOR VOLUNTEERS
11. Note to Editors

See also: http://www.connectedforever.org/projects/hdc/internship/2003/index.htm

1. Introduction

THE HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CENTER - VOLUNTEER AND INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

(update April/5/2003)

In the HDC Internship Group are a number of Fellows and Alumni working together. We promote human development related volunteer and internship activities in various MF countries. This opportunity is open to Fellows and Alumni.

The following list contains volunteer possibilities in the Melton Foundation countries Germany, India, USA, Chile, projects in non-MF countries Bangladesh, Northern Ireland and an international operating project

The basic idea is to volunteer in a Human Development related project or organization for a certain time. We can establish the contact between the project and you. It makes sense to volunteer before or after the Symposium (to save some costs), but you can do it all year around as well.

But the following is basically valid: The volunteer will have to cover for their up/down airfare/food, accommodation, etc. In some cases are homestays possible. We try to arrange that. Volunteering might be granted by the MF Intercampus Project. Please contact them for any Intercampus grant possibilities.

If you are interested or if you have questions, contact the Human Development Center - Volunteer and Internship Project:

Send Email to: portal@meltonfoundation.org
subject: put hdc.internship

For volunteer requests please fill out the [application form] at the bottom of this page and send it to us.
Note: MF Members only

2. Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Table of Contents
3. GERMANY:
3.1. Volunteer at Doctors Without Borders - Médecins sans Frontieres (MSF)
3.2. Education: Volunteer in a school
3.3. Professional Development: Volunteer at Carl Zeiss Jena
3.4. Volunteer at the Institute of African Affairs
3.5. Volunteer at Peace Brigades International (PBI)
4. INDIA:
4.1. Volunteer at Ashoka India
4.2. Volunteer at ARIVU
4.3. Volunteer at Murray Culshaw Advisory Services (MCAS)
4.4. Volunteer at NEED (Network of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development)
4.5. Volunteer at Eco Friends
4.6. Volunteer at CRED - Centre for rural education and development Madurai, India
4.7. Volunteer at JAGORI Women's Documentation, Training and Communication Centre
4.8. Volunteer at Akanksha Foundation
5. USA:
5.1. Volunteer at Global Kids / New York City
5.2. Volunteer at MADRE
6. CHILE
6.1. Volunteer at PREINFAM (Preventive Center for Children and Family Promotion).
7. NORTHERN IRELAND:
7.1. Volunteer at Wishing Well Family Centre
8. BANGLADESH:
8.1. Volunteer at Grameen Bank
9. INTERNATIONAL:
9.1. Volunteer at Ashoka
10. APPLICATION FORM FOR VOLUNTEERS
11. Note to Editors

3. GERMANY:

3.1. Volunteer at Doctors Without Borders - Médecins sans Frontieres (MSF)

Volunteer at the MSF-Office in Berlin / Germany Ärzte ohne Grenzen

Médecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders or MSF) delivers emergency aid to victims of armed conflict, epidemics, and natural and man-made disasters, and to others who lack health care due to social or geographical isolation.

MSF is an international network with sections in 18 countries. Each year, more than 2,500 volunteer doctors, nurses, other medical professionals, logistics experts, water/sanitation engineers, and administrators join 15,000 locally hired staff to provide medical aid in more than 80 countries.

More information (German webpage)
http://www.aerzte-ohne-grenzen.de/coding/index.php3

(US webpage)
http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/

Jutta Eich, Personnel Advisor Office
Ärzte ohne Grenzen e.V. / Médecins Sans Frontières
Am Koellnischen Park 1 - 10179 Berlin - Deutschland
Tel. +49-30-22 33 77 - 00 (Fax - 88)
Jutta.Eich@berlin.msf.org

Philipp Mosch mailto:mosch.philipp@web.de

Volunteering at the office in Berlin / Germany or volunteering in the field (medical and non-medical)

- you should be interested in humanitarian aid
- people with different skills and education are welcome
- German language skills not necessary, but good English
- at least 6 weeks

Volunteering at the office:
- work in the different office fields:
projects, fundraising, finances, public relations, adminitration
- it involves clerical work

- No.

- homestay might be possible

3.2. Education: Volunteer in a school

Christian Gymnasium (secondary school) in Jena
(volunteering might be possible in other schools as well, e.g. Bilingual School in Jena or International School in Weimar)

visiting different school classes, assisting in teaching, observe teaching skills

You should be interested in Education. Knowledge in German language is not required, but is helpful. You should be willing to talk infront of school children and be interested in learning more about teaching and school reality in Germany ;)

visiting different school classes, assisting in teaching, talk in front of classes about certain topics (e.g. situation your home country, your culture, etc.), learn teaching skills

Homestay in a family might be possible

3.3. Professional Development: Volunteer at Carl Zeiss Jena

Industrial Optics - Optical Components and Systems

Jena, Germany

Optical Image Processing
Product Management
Ordering, Sales, Service

We cannot guarantee that in every case volunteering at Carl Zeiss Jena might be possible. It depends on the sitiuation in the business and according to this, volunteer requests might be limited or denied.

you should be a student of computer engineering, business or related subjects; you do not necessarily need to speak German (though it might be useful)

homestay with host family might be possible

3.4. Volunteer at the Institute of African Affairs

Hamburg, Germany

Scientific research and documentation of contemporary political, economic, and social developments in Africa south of the Sahara

Susan can establish

Susan Steiner (susan.steiner@gmx.de)

the Institute receives volunteers (mainly students of political science, ethnology, geography, economics) at a regular level.

you should be a graduate student of any of the mentioned or related subjects; you do not necessarily need to speak German though it might be useful, French would be good

according to your studies and the ongoing research projects, you will be involved in different activities related to research; you could also write own articles

Hosting Situation: The best alternative would be to share an apartment with other students in Hamburg.

3.5. Volunteer at Peace Brigades International (PBI)

volunteer in the office in Hamburg, Germany

protects human rights and promotes non-violently fighting for human rights, peace keeping actions

PBI Deutscher Zweig e.V.
Hohenesch 72
22765 Hamburg
Tel: 040 - 380 69 03
Fax: 040 - 386 94 17
Email: pbiger@shalom.life.de
http://www.peacebrigades.org

able to work in a team; working with computers; knowledge of English, Spanish and/or German, interest in questions of human rights

public relations, fundraising, lobby working, projects, organization in the office, translation

room in a flat sharing community or in a host family

Note::

Volunteering in the field of health care or Medicine in Jena might be possible. Further information can be provided if you are interested to volunteer in that field.

4. INDIA:

4.1. Volunteer at Ashoka India 

                Sohini Bhattacharya (ashokamail@vsnl.net)  [Mumbai]

    1. Fellowship Support Services
    2. Marketing and Communications
    3. Environmental Innovations (EI) Initiative
    4. Development
    5. Small Producers Initiative

    1. Proven writing and research skills; strong cultural sensitivity; and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Fluency in a second language relevant to Ashoka.
    2. In addition to being a skilled writer and editor, the intern should be detail-oriented, able to handle several tasks at once, and should enjoy editing and rewriting copy.
    3. Qualified candidates will have excellent research, writing, and problem solving skills; familiarity with and interest in environmental issues; and proficiency with MS Word and Excel, Internet, and email. Knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese, or other languages a plus. Candidates must be able to commit to a minimum of 30 hours a week for 10 weeks,
    4. Qualified candidates will have excellent analytical, organizational, computer, and research skills. Spanish/French language skills a plus.
    5. Applicants should have knowledge of the one or more of the themes encompassed by the SPI and should be proficient in MS Access. Excellent writing and people skills, enthusiasm for taking initiative, and the ability to tackle problems creatively are a must.

    1. Responsibilities may include: researching and responding to individual requests from Ashoka Fellows in Africa, Asia, Central Europe, Latin America, and the U.S.; creating topic-specific information resource packets; planning Fellow visits; and building strategic partnerships with other organizations. Developing, managing, and updating of content for the ¡°Fellows Only¡± section of the Ashoka website, as well as coordinating with Spanish and Portuguese "Fellows Only" sites to share new content and ideas.
    2. The intern will work closely with staff in the Marketing and Venture departments to compile, edit, and proof read content for the publication. The intern will also assist in coordinating with the in-house layout and design team.
    3. Responsibilities include: researching the environmental field; sharing resources with Ashoka Fellows through a monthly newsletter and targeted mailings; responding to requests from environmental Fellows for information and assistance; planning Fellow visits; building partnerships with other organizations to obtain publications, funding opportunities, and other services for Fellows; and managing the database
    4. Responsibilities may include: researching prospective funders and current donors; organizing individual donors and foundations files; helping to plan and coordinate Development events and fundraising trips; formatting and helping prepare materials for grant proposals and reports.
    5. Primary responsibilities include public outreach (identifying and establishing relationships with like-minded organizations as potential partners and/or marketing distribution channels) and researching/analyzing the work of Ashoka Fellows. Other responsibilities may include facilitating Fellow visits to the US, assisting with funding proposals, and devising/implementing creative strategies for building a participative worldwide network of Small Producer-related Ashoka Fellows.

4.2. Volunteer at ARIVU

Bangalore / India
address: 88 ,1st main road ,Chamarajpet West ,Bangalore 560018, INDIA
Tel:(0091).(0)80.6506425
Email : contact@arivu.net
http://www.arivu.net
www.peacechild.org
www.unitedgames.org

international youth exchange
The aim is to raise peace and human rights awareness and promote education through art, theatre and music

Anyone from the Mf is welcome, only requirement is that whoever comes down has to cover for themselves

A Volunteer will get an opportunity to chip in with any talent he/she may possess like -> ability to play musical instruments (any kind), being able to do craft/drawings/ theatre / or simply working with the children in any capacity ! They even had to say that , volunteers learnt a lot of things that they had not know before. A volunteer by definition does what he /she sets out to do on their own initiative .They will organise the activities ,help the volunteer with whatever

if the volunteer has come down to india,for say the first week they could be hosted at their residence to learn and experience the culture and also the activities of these projects first hand. From the next week on they could either help to find them reasonable accommodation,or we mf people in bms could host them/or we could find them budget accommodation / but in the overall perspective of things this should not be a problem.

4.3. Volunteer at Murray Culshaw Advisory Services (MCAS)

Bangalore

Training in fundraising and communication for voluntary organizations/NGOs; Research and Publications about the subject

Bangalore/ India (address: Vijay Kiran Building, 2nd floor,
314/1 7th Cross, Domlur Layout, Bangalore 560071 India)
Tanja can establish contact

4.4. Volunteer at NEED (Network of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development)

39- Neel Vihar, Near 14-Sector Power House,
Indira Nagar, Lucknow- 226 016, Uttar Pradesh, INDIA

Skill development, employment creation, focus is on economic and socio-political empowerment of women.

Ability to cope-up with hardship both climate and economy wise. Only women volunteers.

No monetary payment.

Can provide support such as stay arrangements with food.

4.5. Volunteer at Eco Friends

It is a co-ordinated effort to curb further pollution of the Ganga River, one of the world's largest, and increasingly, most polluted, river systems. The main focus of work is to address key concerns relating to ongoing pollution of the river and working with impacted communities.

Address:
201, Akash Ganga Apartments
Civil Lines
Kanpur - 208001(UP)
INDIA
Telephone: 91 512 2330871
Fax: 91 512 2330861
E-mail: info@ecofriends.org
http://www.ecofriends.org

Volunteers can be involved in organizing community programmes (workshops, meetings, public hearings etc). They can also help in conducting field surveys and in documentation work. Can devise innovative environmental programmes with the school kids. They can work for a minimum 15 days and a maximum of 2 months.

Would be nice if they have some prior experience in the environmental sector.

The volunteers would be required to visit schools and interact with the kids to mobilize them for various environmental activities. Give presentations, share experiences and ideas. Visit villages affected by Ganga pollution and document their problems. Visit pollution hotspots of Ganga and various sites of Ganga Action Plan. Document the shortcomings and suggest solutions.

Modest accomodation can be arranged.

4.6. Volunteer at CRED - Centre for rural education and development Madurai, India

focus on women empowerment through vocational training and micro-credit enterprises, also training on gender, health, human rights, projects for old aged people and Environmental welfare, initiatives for labour children.
CENTRE FOR RURAL EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT
T.Vadipatty-625218.
Madurai District, Tamilnadu, India
Phone: 91+4543-54453(office), 91+4543-54314 (Resi)
Website: http://www.credindia.org
Email:

4.7. Volunteer at JAGORI Women's Documentation, Training and Communication Centre

network amongst women's groups and raise issues as violence against women, incest, abuse, alternative health, trafficking of women and children
Jagori Women's Documentation, Training and Communication Centre
C-54 Top Floor, South Extension Part II, New Delhi 110049, India
Phone number: 91-11-6257015
Fax: 91-11-6253629
E-Mail: system@jagori.unv.ernet.in
Internet:

4.8. Volunteer at Akanksha Foundation

provides education and vocational skills training opportunities to children

Akanksha - Mumbai,
Voltas House 'C',
T.B.Kadam Marg,
Chinchpokli,
Mumbai 400 033.
Telefax - 091- 022- 2370 0253
Email: akankshafoundation@vsnl.com
Internet: http://www.akanksha.org/index1.htm

5. USA:

5.1. Volunteer at Global Kids / New York City

Internship from June - August 2003 Apply by Mai-1-2003

Global Kids is an NYC-based nonprofit educational organization dedicated to preparing urban youth to become global citizens and community leaders. Global Kids is committed to assuring that people of diverse backgrounds gain access to leadership on all levels of society and are included in the making of public policy and international relations. The organization conducts programs during and after school in New York City and special projects in the surrounding region as well as nationally and abroad.

Our Human Rights & Internet Program seeks a summer Youth & Public Policy Intern for consultation and development of an innovative online game to inspire youth people about public policy issues.

The role of the intern will be, through using research and focus groups, to identify 1) the policy issues that most affect today's youth, 2) the policy issues that most interest today's youth, 3) the issues which are most vulnerable to collective youth action, and 4) where these three lists overlap.

The research will inform and shape a proposal seeking funding and partners for the overall project. As a lesser focus, the intern will also collaborate on the development team, assist in the recruitment of talents and ideas to the project, and provide assorted administrative tasks required for the development of the full proposal.

Skills we are looking for, but not necessarily expecting to find in one person, include: - Experience working with or thinking about young people - Experience thinking critically about public policy issues - analytic and persuasive writing - researching, both online and in library - critical thinking - a comfort with young people - Experience with social change advocacy - Internet savvy - highly resourceful; doesn't easily take no for an answer - ability to take initiative - ability to work independently as well as collaboratively - comfortable making cold calls - an interest in alternative educational models or youth development methodologies

The internship will last from June through August and offers a $2,000 stipend. We intend to offer the position to the perfect candidate, or the most qualified student by May 1st, which ever comes first.

To apply, please send an attached cover letter, resume, and writing sample to

info@globalkids.org

with "Policy Intern" in the subjectline.

The writing sample should, if possible, display the applicants ability to think critically and write clearly about complex issues. No phone calls will be returned.

GK is an equal opportunity employer. This mean that GK is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relationship with its employees and does not discriminate against employees and applicants for employment on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, citizenship, alienage, mental or physical handicap or disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

5.2. Volunteer at MADRE

an international women's human rights organization promotes sustainable development, community improvement and women's health; violence and war; discrimination and racism; self-determination and collective rights; women's leadership development; and human rights education

MADRE
Attn: Internship
121 West 27th Street #301
New York, NY 10001
tel 212.627.0444
fax 212.675.3704
madre@igc.org
Internet: http://www.madre.org/intern.html

at the MADRE office in Manhattan

internships require a minimum commitment of 15 hours a week for 2 months.

6. CHILE

6.1. Volunteer at PREINFAM (Preventive Center for Children and Family Promotion).

This institution works for Children Rights and Women empowerment in a context of social risk in a very poor suburb of Temuco.

Andrea can establish contact

Carmen Centuri��nd Arturo Ram�z, Directors of the institution

Studies or experience on the field of Psychology, Social Service, and/or Administration.
Self initiative in projecting and developing the work.
Being Spanish speaker or working with a translator.

Coordinating and/or leading workshops for the people of the community.

Homestaying

7. NORTHERN IRELAND:

7.1. Volunteer at Wishing Well Family Centre

a social project for young adults

Wishing Well Family Centre
7/9 Alliance Crescent
Belfast
BT 14 7 PL
Norhtern Ireland

Linda Mooney

MF contact persons:

there are volunteer possibilities

8. BANGLADESH:

8.1. Volunteer at Grameen Bank

Bangladesh, headquarters in Dhaka

It is the most famous microfinance institution in the world. Provides credit to the poorest of the poor in rural Bangladesh

not sure

9. INTERNATIONAL:

9.1. Volunteer at Ashoka

Headquarters are in Arlington, Virginia, USA. Regional offices are located all around the world

invests worldwide in social entrepreneurs (extraordinary individuals with unprecedented ideas for change in their communities) Education, youth development, health care, environment, human rights, access to technology and economic development

10. APPLICATION FORM FOR VOLUNTEERS

Application Form for Prospective volunteers of the MeltonFoundation -> hdc.Internship Group

Please copy the following application form and send it filled out to: 

1] Name:

2] Campus (of origin) and status (fellow/alum):-

3] Partner Organization to work with :-

4] Period of internship (Date of commencement ,Date of completion, Please be specific):-

5] Do you need logistical support :like homestay...food ..etc ?

6] Reason for internship:-

7] How do you meet the volunteer requirements of this organisation?

8] How this will help the MF and hdc.internship?

9] What do you plan to achieve/change with the internship?

10] Anything else you would like to mention..

Please compose your detailed answer to the above queries and post them
to the AMS with subject :"put hdc.internship" and we will get back to
you.

Thanks ..

The Hdc. Internship Group
Same form as a txt file: Uploads:hdc.int_appl

11. Note to Editors

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