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Program Coordinator Internship

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ORGANIZATION: YIDDISH ARTS AND ACADEMICS OF N AMERICA INC

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Dear Applicant,

The Yiddish Arts and Academic Association of North America (YAAANA) and its physical location called Yiddishland California, both based in San Diego, California, are looking for a Program Coordination Intern. The mission of YAAANA and Yiddishland California is to promote Yiddish language and culture through academic and artistic events. To learn more about the organization, please visit www.yiddishlandcalifornia.org.

We are currently seeking an organized, energetic, and diligent individual to assist us. No knowledge of Yiddish language is required. Our interns receive free access to all YAAANA events and classes as well as to the YAAANA archives. Internships are unpaid, but can be taken for college credit. We offer in-person and remote internships.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

1. Scheduling and administrative support of programs, including Yiddish language classes, Yiddish Theater Academy events, intensive language and culture programs, and fundraisers.

2. Coordination of Zoom classes and events and future in-person programs.

3. Establishing and maintaining relationships with other organizations.

4. Data collection and analysis for future program development.

Work Experience & Skills

1. Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

2. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

3. Strong initiative and creativity.

4. Familiarity with Jewish culture is a plus.

Learning Objectives

1. Interns will learn how to develop, implement, and coordinate in-person and virtual events, courses, workshops, and fundraisers. Interns will learn how to identify and maintain partnerships with a variety of stakeholders and wider community.

2. Interns will learn how to communicate effectively with event attendees and program stakeholders.

3. Interns will learn time management and organizational skills.

4. Interns will learn how to troubleshoot issues that frequently arise in event planning and program coordination.

Learning Outcomes

1. Interns will be able to implement and coordinate in-person events and workshops.

2. Interns will be able to analyze and collect necessary data to assist with successful future program implementation.

3. Interns will be able to successfully communicate with attendees, event hosts, presenters, participants, and other stakeholders.

Estimated Duration

Full-time: preferably 8, minimum 6 week engagement with a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week.

Part-time: preferably 16, minimum 12 week engagement with a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week.

Longer internships with a less demanding time commitment are available upon request.

If an intern wishes to receive academic credit for the internship, it is their responsibility to check with their academic institution for approval prior to beginning the position.

Some educational institutions require prior approval before the start of an internship. It is the responsibility of the student to check with their institution to be sure they meet any requirements before they accept a position.

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About YIDDISH ARTS AND ACADEMICS OF N AMERICA INC

Location:

1128 WALL ST, LA JOLLA, CA 92037, US

Mission Statement

The Yiddish Arts and Academic Association of North America (YAAANA) and its physical location called Yiddishland California, both based in San Diego, California, are looking for voulenteers. The mission of YAAANA and Yiddishland California is to promote Yiddish language and culture through academic and artistic events. To learn more about the organization, please visit www.yiddishlandcalifornia.org.

Description

Yiddishland California in La Jolla is the physical space of a non-profit organization called the Yiddish Arts and Academics Association of North America (YAAANA). Our mission is to expand awareness of the beauty and joy of Yiddishkeit and to preserve and advance Yiddish language and culture within the US and worldwide. Our events and offerings include concerts, performances, language and art classes, lectures, exhibits, and much more. We educate and entertain while offering both in-person and online participation for those who are local or far-flung. People of all ages and backgrounds are invited to attend our programs.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Computers & Technology
Education & Literacy
Arts & Culture, Computers & Technology, Education & Literacy

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Performance Management
  • Program Management
  • Management
  • CSR / Volunteer Coordination
  • Resource Development / Management
  • Project Management

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