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1 person is interested
Summer Grants Intern (UNPAID)
ORGANIZATION: Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, CIANA
Please visit the new page to apply.
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1 person is interested
Our Department of Communications and Development is looking for a resourceful researcher and excellent writer to fill our Grants Intern position.
The Center for the Integration & Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is a social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants from South Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Latin America into the socio-economic and civic life of American society while maintaining pride in their cultural heritage.
Requirements:
- At least two years of college completed
- Studying Communications, Journalism, English, Writing, History, Nonprofit Management, Public Affairs or related fields.
- Experience in one or more of the following:
- Writing
- Researching
- Applying to and receiving personal scholarships and/or grants for student clubs and/or outside organizations
Everyday Duties:
- Researching foundations and grants at the Foundation Center or at other external offices at least once per week
- Continuing the above research in the office
- Working with Executive Director and Director of Development to plan grants calendar and strategy
- Develop and compile supporting documents including metrics, testimonials, and reports
Projects:
- Create grants calendar
- Create strategy document outlining eligibility for certain grants and what aspects to showcase
Compensation: Unpaid
Hours: 12-20 hours per week
For more information, please visit CIANA’s website at www.cianainc.org or check out our social media at @cianainc. To apply, please send a bio or resume to olivia@cianainc.org.
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About Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, CIANA
Location:
36-12 34th Avenue, 2nd Floor, Astoria, NY 11102, US
Mission Statement
To provide special transitional services which will lead to the successful integration of newcomers into American society while continuing to maintain pride in their own cultural heritage .
Description
Immigrants and refugees will be provided with the tools to emerge from poverty, isolation, and linguistic barriers to become full, productive American citizens. Our services promote family well-being and stability, provide counseling and support services, and expose newcomers to the social, economic and educational opportunities available to them. Professional social services will include ESOL and civics classes, citizenship preparation, adult literacy, child welfare and youth services, legal and immigration assistance, financial literacy, micro credit and finance, employment assistance, and information and referral services. Newcomers will gain a deeper understanding of western culture and how to incorporate its positive qualities into their lives without fear of losing their culture and identity; it will help them shape an identity that encompasses the best of both worlds and prevents their isolation and marginalization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
31-09 Newtown AvenueSuite 411New York City, NY 11102
DATE POSTED
May 14, 2019
SKILLS
- Technical Writing
- Grant Writing / Research
- Internet Research
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 10-15 hours per week