Need a job this summer that will enhance your resume? The Hillel Summer Internship Program is an 8-week paid internship and cohort experience open to incoming Jewish sophomores, juniors and seniors who are either enrolled in a Buffalo area university or who are from Buffalo and attend school out of town. Students will be placed in internships across Buffalo that match their professional goals and that will provide them with relevant, hands-on experience and mentorship. On Fridays students will participate in professional development and immersive learning experiences, such as a networking power lunch with local Jewish professionals, volunteering with local non-profits, and exploring Buffalo’s start-up scene. Internships are available in a variety of fields in both the non-profit and business sectors.
I’m emailing from the International Institute of Buffalo about an exciting internship opportunity that we are looking to fill immediately for the Spring 2023 semester!
The position is in our International Exchanges and Education department working with our Global Education programs. This position is a collaborative role requiring teamwork and creative thinking skills. Duties of the role include assistance with our Model UN, Academic WorldQuest and Community World Trivia events, helping organize our Great Decisions lecture series and International Visitor Leadership Program, creating materials for cultural competency trainings and children’s programs and so much more!
If you have students that are interested in this role, you can have them sign up on the Intern Application Form here!
43North is an accelerator program that invests $5 million per year to attract and retain high-growth startups in Buffalo, NY.
Portfolio & Selection
The Portfolio Application Intern will play a key role in supporting 43North’s application process leading up to their annual startup competition. This individual will have a hand in recruiting applicants, assisting companies with questions during the application process, and screening applicants for quality and fit.
Marketing
The Marketing Intern will play a key role in supporting 43North’s marketing team leading up to our annual startup competition in the fall. This individual will support all marketing team members, including assisting with content creation, gathering art assets and images for the creative team, organizing, and serving as an on-the-ground resource for in-person events.
Events
The events intern assists with the planning and execution of events for our current portfolio companies leading up to 43North Finals week. Events include weekly Bagel Tuesdays, quarterly community education events, cultural tours around Buffalo, press events, career fairs, and more.
The University at Buffalo (UB) School of Dental Medicine’s (SDM) Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is pleased to announce the 2023 application cycle for Destination Dental School (DDS) is open! Please share this announcement with your students, advisees and colleagues.
DDS is an eight-week summer pathway program for individuals interested in a career in dentistry. This program prepares students who have been historically underrepresented in the profession to successfully apply and be accepted to dental school. DDS Fellows participate in seven weeks of virtual Saturday meetings, and then visit the UB SDM for a one-week, in-person, intensive training program.
DDS fellows receive Dental Admissions Test (DAT) study resources, reimbursement for one DAT, a waived application fee to UB SDM, and a stipend to cover the costs of travel and lodging for the in-person component.
Eligibility requirements:
U.S. citizens, permanent residents or DACA recipients. Canadian citizens may be considered.
Enrolled undergraduate students or post-baccalaureate.
Minimum overall college GPA of 2.5.
Meets eligibility requirements as underrepresented in the field.
DURATION: Intern needs to be available for minimum of 4 months, as program requirements require a dedicated intern, and who is able to work independently.
SUPERVISOR: Work will be overseen by Volunteer Coordinator and Employment Team:
DESCRIPTION:
Employment Interns work with the Employment Team in teaching refugee and immigrant clients about the process of seeking and obtaining employment, the economic structure in the U.S., and fiscal responsibility. Employment Interns help to run our workplace readiness program, Job Club, through fun and engaging workshops.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Able to provide a “trauma-informed” approach and a sensitivity to working with refugees and other vulnerable populations
Ability to work independently and with a small team
Willingness to use public transportation with clients
Use of excel and other computer programs
Must demonstrate quality communication skills such as speaking on the phone and writing
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Update client database to reflect: attendance to Job Club, completed resumes/cover letters and interview times and locations.
Call our offsite employment partners to schedule and/or confirm appointment times
Assist clients with the job hunt process
Assist clients with filling out job applications
Show clients how to utilize public transportation from their home to their place of employment
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Provide an updated professional resume, cover letter, and contact information for two references to volunteers@iibuff.org
Meet with the Volunteer Coordinator
Provide proof of covid-19 vaccination, including booster shot
INTERNSHIP TITLE: Donations and New Arrivals Intern
HOURS PER WEEK: 8-10 (Needs to be a minimum of 4-hour blocks for two days per week)
DURATION: Intern needs to be available for minimum of 4 months, as program requires a dedicated intern that is able to work independently.
DESCRIPTION:
Interns work with the New Arrivals Specialist to provide initial housing acquisition and services to newly arrived refugee clients. They will also work alongside the Donations Coordinator to continually improve the in-kind donations inventory system and organize donation storage. This internship is a split combination of field and administrative work.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge/willingness to learn about and show respect for a diverse array of cultures
Ability to work and communicate independently, with landlords and with a small team
Knowledge of basic housing and accommodation requirements
Ability to complete forms and checklists accurately and with attention to detail. Follow up on any issues noted.
Must demonstrate quality communication skills such as speaking on the phone and writing
Willingness to do physical work and ability to lift 10 – 20 pounds
Flexibility with schedule to accommodate home setups
Work will be overseen by both the Donations Coordinator and New Arrivals Specialist
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Help with checklist reviews of housing and apartment accommodation for new arrivals
Assisting with paperwork and housing appointment scheduling/follow up with Landlords
Setting up and accompanying New Arrivals Specialist to housing appointments
Assisting Donations Coordinator and New Arrivals Specialist with home setups and pre-arrival grocery purchases
Help organize in-kind donations and maintain in-kind donation inventory system
Sending thank you letters to donors and entering contact info into donor database
Work in partnership with Every Bottom Covered to distribute diapers to families in need, pick up diaper donations, ensure enrollment and tracking documentation is prepared and submitted, and assist in keeping donations organized
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Send an updated professional resume, cover letter and contact information for two references to volunteers@iibuff.org
Interview with the Volunteer Coordinator
Participate in any follow-up interviews as requested
Internships are for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in science, technology, mathematics, engineering, or business with an interest in entrepreneurship and technology commercialization.
In-person closing ceremony at a national laboratory. Travel arrangements and reimbursement will be provided.
Internships will be for 10-12 consecutive weeks beginning on or about June 1, 2023. Alternate dates may be considered depending on your class schedules and facility schedules.
Can’t wait to get started? You can find full details about this opportunity and work on your application through Zintellect.
Application Deadline:February 15, 2023, 8:00 AM EST
Please share this information with others at your university!
We look forward to receiving your application and are happy to answer whatever questions you may have.
New Marketing Internship Opportunity: Sadie’s Relish
Sadie’s Relish, a WNY food startup, is seeking interns to support their growing business. If you are interested in learning how to build a brand, create content, flex and build your digital marketing skills this is the experience for you. INTERN REQUIREMENTS: 10-12 hours per week. In total, interns must complete a minimum of 150 hours over the course of the semester, in order to receive 3 credit hours.
Join us for our “Summer Opportunities Information Session”next Thursday, November 17 at 4:00pm in 107 Capen (Honors Colloquium Room), in collaboration with the University Honors College, to learn about how to make the most of your summer! It is never too early to start planning for next summer! It is beneficial to think about what programs you want to apply for now so you can begin preparing your application materials. Food will be provided at the meeting. Please RSVP below.
Find out about the benefits and requirements of our CSTEP Summer Research Program, Roswell Park Summer Research Experience Program, CLIMB UP for Summer Research, Western New York Prosperity Fellowship Program, McNair Scholars Program, LSAMP Summer Research Program and InRoads Inc., an organization that creates pathways to careers for diverse college students through internship opportunities.
Stipends range from$2,800-$5,000 for summer experiences. These summer programs are a great way to get paid while gaining valuable experience for your resume such as team building, leadership, communication and research skills. Summer programs make you a more competitive candidate for graduate and professional school and allow you to determine if research is right for you and what topics you are interested in pursuing in the future!
Explore Buffalo is a nonprofit organization that offers walking, bike, bus, and boat tours of Buffalo and the surrounding areas. Explore Buffalo’s tours are led by volunteer docents, whom the staff and interns support by coordinating and promoting the tours.
Explore Buffalo is looking for an enthusiastic college intern for the Spring 2023 semester! This internship is a great match for students pursuing degrees in history, architecture, marketing, English, communications, Art History, education, and other fields.
We see students gain valuable skills in administrative coordination, project planning and project management, social media marketing, and interpersonal communication. Interns interact with every level of our organization, including staff, volunteers, board members, and community partners.
Intern projects and responsibilities are typically divided between office work and field work; some tasks can be done remotely. Intern projects for the Spring 2023 semester may include:
Supporting programs including the Spring Speaker Series, Young Professionals Program, and Docent Training Class
Supporting preparations and planning for Explore Buffalo’s Gala on March 25, 2023
Assisting with tours, including taking photos of tours for social media
Producing social media content
Research projects, including analyzing tour data
Other related duties to assist the Explore Buffalo staff
Skills/Qualifications:
Current college student (must be 18 years of age or older)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Attention to detail
Schedule:
10-12 hours per week, with flexible scheduling
Must have reliable transportation
Spring 2023 Internship:
February 6 – May 12
Application Deadline: November 30, 2022
Potential interns will be asked to come to Explore Buffalo’s office for an interview after submitting their application.
To Apply: Please send an email with resume to Brad Hahn (Honors Class of 2013), Executive Director, at brad@explorebuffalo.org
