Global Programs Intern, Open Learning Exchange, Cambridge MA

Posted May 5, 2014

Summer Internship Opportunity: Global Programs Intern
What we are seeking: Open Learning Exchange (OLE) seeks a creative and enthusiastic Global Programs Intern who is excited about working toward OLE’s vision of achieving quality universal basic education. This individual will work under the direction of the Global Programs Manager to assist with the day-to-day operations of global programs, with a specific focus on OLE’s Community Learning Centres Program. The CLC Program provides high-quality learning opportunities to nearly 500,000 refugees – mostly children and youth – in the UNHCR refugee camps of Dadaab, Kenya. This position is ideal for an undergraduate or graduate student interested in international development, conflict resolution, international education, refugees,
activity-based learning, nonprofit administration, or entrepreneurship.

About the organization: OLE [www.ole.org] is a social benefit organization (501c3) that is working with innovators and their governments in the developing world to transform their villages and cities, and ultimately their entire nation, into powerful learning communities. We emphasize team-based coaching, open source content and frequent sharing of information using a low cost digital library network that works off the Internet with locally-generated power. Currently, OLE is providing strategic advice and technical assistance to its partners in Somalia, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, Nepal, India, Rwanda, Uganda, Mexico, and Peru.

Internship details: We ask that our summer Global Programs Intern commits to 25-35 hours a week. Telecommuting is possible, but two days per week must be spent in our conveniently located office in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA. Preference will be given to a candidate who can commit at least 4 months to OLE. Please note that this position is unpaid, but it will provide diverse experiences in the workplace.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•  Assisting with CLC Program implementation and reporting.
•  Working closely with OLE’s refugee staff in Dadaab.
•  Developing, maintaining, and drafting content for OLE’s web page on the CLC Program.
•  Identifying OERs for OLE’s digital library that are aligned with requests from the field.
•  Providing quality assurance for our digital library.
•  Providing administrative support to OLE team, International Partners and Centers.

An ideal candidate will:

•  Be committed to OLE’s mission.
•  Bring skills in project management, business administration, writing, blogging, and social media.
•  Self-direct, multi-task, prioritize, and take initiative.
•  Have high levels of professionalism and interpersonal skills.
•  Have a sense of humor and enjoy working as part of a small team.
•  Be proficient in Somali, Swahili, Spanish, or French.
•  Have previous experience in an international or nonprofit setting.

Those interested can apply at: http://applywizard.com/5ed3.b4cf