AfterSchool Program Lead Intern, Puentes Hacia el Futuro
Posted by Puentes de Salud on June 13, 2016
Puentes Hacia el Futuro
AfterSchool Program Lead Intern
Description
We seek a highly motivated student in the fields of education, psychology, public health or related field to support our education program, Puentes Hacia el Futuro for children in grades K 8. This advanced internship provides any student with an unparalleled opportunity to work and learn at both the intersection of research, action, and social justice and at the cutting edge of urban education. The Coordinator will engage with issues of education and equality in a community-based, multilingual, and transnational context, preparing them as a future leader and expert in their field.
Education at Puentes de Salud
Puentes Hacia el Futuro (Bridges Towards the Future) is the education branch of Puentes de Salud , which serves the rapidly growing Latino immigrant community of South Philadelphia and enhances community wellness through an integrated approach to health, education, and empowerment. Puentes Hacia el Futuro is predicated upon the well-evidenced fact that education is inextricably tied to the health of individuals and communities. Our mission is to improve the educational achievement of children in our immigrant community to improve long-term health outcomes.
Requirements
This internship is available to an undergraduate student. We are seeking a highly motivated, independent person with excellent interpersonal skills that is passionate about supporting the education, health, and wellness of Latino children. Intermediate/Advanced level of Spanish is preferred.
Hours: 10-12 hours per week with more hours possible if required by sending institution or desired by student.
Dates: Intern must be available from September 11, 2016 to May 10, 2017 at least two days/week in the Monday-Thursday, 2:30pm-5:30pm.
Please send your resume and cover letter to Alexandra Wolkoff at alexandra.wolkoff@puentesdesalud.org
For other program information please visit http://www.puentesdesalud.org
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