Description

Public Relations Internship with International Non-Profit Sporting Agency

With a presence in almost 200 countries throughout the world, this organization is one of the world's largest sporting organizations. They are a non-profit organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for people with an intellectual disability. Many of the participating athletes live lives of neglect and isolation, hidden away or socially excluded from full participation in schools or society. Transforming the athlete, this organization provides a gateway to empowerment, competence, acceptance and joy.

This internship will be focused on the public relations side of this organization's 2010 event. You will assist in contacting sponsors from previous year to try to re-engage them in the organization and get them involved in upcoming events. You will also be involved with website maintenance, including checking websites links and other information. A special PR project will also be created in conjunction with your goals and previous experience.

Highlights

* Work one on one with Dr. David Adams, a cultural anthropologist and respected author
* Academic credit available
* Letter of Recommendation on completion
* Career and academic advising available

Qualifications

* Applicants must be 18 years old or older.
* We accept GAP YEAR students through college graduates
* Positive attitude
* 20 - 40 hours per week

Intern Types

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 1,895.00 and up

Program Fees Include:

Housing, Internship setup, Airport pickup, Pre-trip reader, Office support

Salary/Pay

Unpaid positions. We charge a fee to set up the internship and provide housing.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7 days

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Institute for Cultural Ecology's Mission Statement

The Institute for Cultural Ecology was founded on the conviction that visits to exotic destinations imply a commitment to cultural sensitivity and environmental stewardship. Our programs match the interests, academic goals, and passions of the participant to premier host organizations and researchers. Once you connect with a place and its people, they become a part of you. Forever.

Year Founded

1999