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Education Administrative Intern
ORGANIZATION: Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, CIANA
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8 people are interested
Position Overview
The Center for the Integration & Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is a social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants from the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia, and Latin America into the socio-economic and civic life of American society while maintaining pride in their cultural heritage.
CIANA is seeking an Education Administrative Intern to carry out basic administrative tasks for our Education Programs. This is a great opportunity for a college student seeking to complete fieldwork hours and to gain hands-on experience in education or a non-profit organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Answer door, welcome guests to the office and direct them to the appropriate staff member
- Conduct general intakes with clients and provide them with information for the service requested (ESL, Civics classes, legal services, etc.)
- Enter new clients’ info into our database and Google platforms
- Answer the main phone line, respond to inquiries, and take messages when necessary
- Return calls to clients when needed
- Help organize education materials both in the office and online
- Tutoring elementary and middle school students in our virtual programs
Qualifications
- Fluency in another language is required (especially Spanish)
- Interested in Education
- Must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Exhibits professional and courteous demeanor and phone etiquette
- Respectful and sensitive to other cultures
- Experience using Google Drive is strongly preferred
Location
Hybrid (details to be determined based on availability)
Time Commitment
- Regular schedule required
- 15-20 hours a week during CIANA office hours (Monday-Friday, 10AM-6PM)
Compensation
Unpaid, but may be completed for academic credit
Training/Support Provided
Interns will undergo orientation and training with CIANA staff.
To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to recruitment@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 411Astoria, NY 11102
DATE POSTED
October 24, 2022
SKILLS
- General Education
- Office Management
- Administrative Support
- Data Entry
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 15-20 hours per week during CIANA office hours (Monday-Friday, 10AM-6PM)