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Paid Internship Opportunity for LGBT College Graduate
LifeWorks Mentoring is seeking a gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender college graduate (by June 2008) to apply with the organization for The R. Scott Hitt Foundation Internship in Leadership Development. The internship is an eight month full time position. The recipient will work closely with the Executive Director and key members of the Board of Directors learning about non-profit management in the following areas:
- Communications
- Fundraising and Development
- Board Operations and Development
- Policy and Grassroots Organizing
- Event Production
- Managerial Operations
Qualifications
The R. Scott Hitt Foundation and LifeWorks Mentoring intend to develop a future leader who is ready to work hard and take on new challenges and responsibilities, who has a passion for the LGBT community and who wants to learn solid leadership skills. Successful candidates are required to have demonstrated outstanding academic performance in acquiring their undergraduate degree and significant leadership potential in LGBT affairs. They will also need to demonstrate some of the personal qualities (e.g. vision, determination, communication skills) necessary to be an effective leader. For more information, visit their website at www.hittfoundation.org.
Process
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February 1 - March 1, 2008
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LifeWorks Interviews Candidates
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April 1, 2008
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R. Scott Hitt Foundation Application Deadline
(LifeWorks and Candidate will work together on application)
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May 15-31, 2008
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Internship Awarded
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June 1-July 15, 2008
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Negotiated Start Date
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Organization Overview
LifeWorks Mentoring provides an innovative one on one, group and peer mentoring program for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth ages 14-24. The organization focuses on “post-crisis” youth who are prepared to work with the staff and their mentor towards higher achievement in the areas of health, education, career, home and personal development. LifeWorks also provides a safe space/resource center called the Green Room with computer and internet access, life skills workshops, social activities, tutoring and peer support.
Prospective Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to:
LifeWorks, Attn. Executive Director, 9021 Melrose Avenue #309, West Hollywood, CA 90069
or mferrera@lifeworksmentoring.org.
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