[bioundgrd] FW: LAST CALL! Spring 2021 Social Impact Internships. Summer opportunities coming soon!

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From: Jill Bassett <jbassett at mit.edu<mailto:jbassett at mit.edu>>
Subject: Please share with undergrads: LAST CALL! Spring 2021 Social Impact Internships. Summer opportunities coming soon!
Date: February 24, 2021 at 3:17:51 PM EST

Please share these part-time social impact internship undergrad opportunities for the spring semester. These internships are paid through the ELO guarantee. We soon will be sharing summer opportunities, and we will post them on Handshake as they are ready.

Any student who is interested in a social impact internship who does not see something of interest, or has questions, should feel free to reach out to me at jbassett at mit.edu<mailto:jbassett at mit.edu>. Thank you for spreading the word!

All best,
Jill

Jill S. Bassett
Associate Dean + Director
PKG Center for Public Service<https://pkgcenter.mit.edu/>
MIT
617-216-8233 (cell)

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Spring Internships | February 19th, 2021
Time is running out to secure a Social Impact Internship and fulfill your ELO Guarantee<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=f7db58cec8&e=df0326c3ad> for Spring 2021! We encourage you to apply now before the application deadline of Sunday, February 28. If you have any questions about your eligibility or any of our positions, please feel free to reach out to studentworker at mit.edu<mailto:studentworker at mit.edu>.

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Featured Internships

Each of the internship positions below represent some of our most high profile internships offered this Spring 2021! We encourage you to browse through and prioritize applying to these internships spanning racial justice, climate change, health, and tech for social good.

Data Fellow Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=68065755d3&e=df0326c3ad> City of Miami
Interested in supporting citywide data projects that enable data-smart decision-making? Join the department of innovation and technology at the City of Miami. As a Data Fellow intern, you would be responsible for creating interactive data visualizations for City management or for public consumption and identifying datasets for open data through the analysis of public records requests and/or website analytics.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Urban Analytics Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=9a1b8ecb45&e=df0326c3ad> City of Tucson
The City of Tucson Planning and Development Services Department manages land use planning and reviews all development in the City of Tucson. As development is proposed and occurs, the department seeks an Urban Annalytics Intern to use 3D modeling tools to explore various site proposals and visualize the development of built form over time.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Web Application Engineer<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=eafad5d285&e=df0326c3ad> Hope for Youth by Providing Education (HYPE)
Interested in collaborating with tech and e-commerce giant Amazon? HYPE will be developing an online learning portal/web app with levels of access for students, parents, HYPE program instructors, and educational partners in partnership with Amazon Web Services. This will allow them to exponentially scale their impact, provide secure virtual spaces for scholars to connect and learn, and ultimately reach students nationally and internationally. The Web Application Engineer will support this work by developing and deploying a User Interface, Web Application, and Cloud Storage.
Application Deadline: March 15th, 2021

Data Visualization Associate for Racial Justice<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=ae5ab8e04d&e=df0326c3ad> The Liberty Hill Foundation
The Liberty Hill Foundation is a LA-based organization who organizes national social justice movements. They are searching for an intern to work with their youth justice team, who are currently working in partnership with community leaders to create the nation’s largest youth development system, and measurably improve the health and wellness of Black, Brown, and Native American and Indigenous youth.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Application Integration Project Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=3a18863bcb&e=df0326c3ad> Lovin' Spoonfuls
Lovin' Spoonfuls is a non-profit organization that facilitates the recovery and distribution of perishable and unserved foods that would otherwise be thrown away and wasted. Join their team this Spring to assist in integrating two of their programs (Salesforce and Inventory Cloud), which together help them to better measure their food inventory and distribute food to those who need it.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Climate Resilience Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=a79b8f3372&e=df0326c3ad> Miami-Dade County
Do you care about mitigating the widespread effects of the climate crisis? Join Miami-Dade County in their cutting edge efforts to build their region's climate resilience, the capacity of a system to remain function in the face of external stresses caused by climate change and prepare for future climate change impacts. The climate resilience intern will not only build awareness about the climate crisis, but actively collaborate with a team to develop an innovative online hub that supports the long-term sustainability of Greater Miami and the Beaches.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Social Impact Intern Analyst<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=938b930359&e=df0326c3ad> Msaada Partners
Did you know that entrepreneurs of color and those seeking to service communities of color disproportionately face challenges to running and growing a successful business? Majira, originally operating under their partner Msaada, provides the technical assistance and network connections needed for businesses to overcome the post-accelerator “Valley of Death”and get to 1st and 2nd stage growth. With 4 years of proven success on a small scale, Majira is beginning to scale and expand its programs to reach more companies. Majira is seeking an intern to assist in the internal operations work of developing and standardizing processes to support this growth.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Pandemic Online + Gaming Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=49bb0c607c&e=df0326c3ad> Naval War College
While the United States and nations around the globe continue to confront the challenges posed by COVID-19, there is an inherent need to develop online games and simulations to support the next generation of responders who will confront future existential threats posed by disease. Continue building upon the existing work of MIT social impact interns in creating a dynamic learning space to simulate the challenges of senior decision making in a global pandemic.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Map Designer/Developer<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=221c6f0f9a&e=df0326c3ad> Newburgh Community Land Bank
The Newburgh Community Land Bank (NCLB)’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Newburgh by stabilizing and revitalizing abandoned properties. The intern will assist in the design & development of a map of NCLB’s properties and projects as an interactive digital and/or printed interface that showcases the work accomplished by the organization for the last 8 years. The goal is to incorporate individual stories, before/after imagery, and tangible data for each property to illustrate the impact of NCLB's work on the neighborhood.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Racial Justice

Digital Art Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=cdf4169874&e=df0326c3ad> Bennett College Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Historic Preservation Mapping Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=ec01da97ec&e=df0326c3ad> Boston Preservation Alliance Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
BronXchange Data Management and Analytics Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=b2746f983f&e=df0326c3ad> Bronx Cooperative Development Initiative Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Climate Change & Environment

Climate Action Plan Research Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=358537d933&e=df0326c3ad> Bennett College Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

Tech, Data & Research

Data Visualization Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=5dda57ebce&e=df0326c3ad> Bennett College Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Business Analyst Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=157de0899a&e=df0326c3ad> City of Tucson Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Data and Engagement Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=0d815ca0c3&e=df0326c3ad> The Clinton Foundation Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Digital Technology Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=1c13b9a966&e=df0326c3ad> Ek Kadam Aur Foundation Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Housing Project Analysis Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=9b445a481d&e=df0326c3ad> Homeword, Inc. Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Software Engineer Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=5ebac7be4f&e=df0326c3ad> Kupenda for the Children Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Education Researcher + Data Analyst<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=eb7118635f&e=df0326c3ad> Learning Seeds Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Video Editing and Distribution Intern <https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=504fae7a8d&e=df0326c3ad> Learning Seeds Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Community Impact Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=fa28bf5267&e=df0326c3ad> Margaret Fuller Neighborhood House Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Curriculum Development Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=91d694c214&e=df0326c3ad> The Coding School Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Data Analyst Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=ac51168684&e=df0326c3ad> The Coding School Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Treatment Data Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=9ec01b974a&e=df0326c3ad> The Phoenix Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Data Analyst Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=9c3d2544f7&e=df0326c3ad> WalkBoston Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Data Analytics Intern (Social Impact)<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=82ef689582&e=df0326c3ad> Women of the World Endowment Application Deadline: February 28, 2021

Health & Medicine

COVID Public Health Data + Research Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=f300bbc9e2&e=df0326c3ad> Bennett College Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Culturally Responsive Mental Health Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=68edbcf194&e=df0326c3ad> Cambridge Health Alliance Health Equity Lab Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
COVID-19 Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=56d7f5a330&e=df0326c3ad> CDC Foundation Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
COVID Action Recovery Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=d86b0f44d1&e=df0326c3ad> City of Miami Beach Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Health Safeguarding Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=20367a2df2&e=df0326c3ad> MA Department of Developmental Services  Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
Anti-hunger Advocacy Intern<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=43908555c2&e=df0326c3ad> Project Bread Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021

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How to Find a Social Impact Internship

The PKG Center advertises all of our Social Impact Internships on MIT Handshake<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=5ee6379b1d&e=df0326c3ad>. Our internships are also listed on the new ELx platform<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=4efab28f81&e=df0326c3ad>, which provides links to apply on MIT Handshake. To search for Social Impact Employment positions on Handshake, use the filter feature:

1. Scroll down to the “Labeled by Your School” field
2. Select “ELO Public Service & Social Impact” to find eligible ELO-funded social impact internships.
3. PKG-specific internships will be marked as "PKG ELO" in the internship title

Watch this 1-minute video on how to search for internships using labels on Handshake<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=593fcdd2e4&e=df0326c3ad>. To apply for a position, follow the instructions in the posting on Handshake.

Note: Host sites will be screening applicants on a rolling basis, so please apply to internships ASAP. Application deadlines listed are subject to change.

Additional PKG Opportunities

- MIT 24-Hour Challenge<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=179a95598a&e=df0326c3ad>: 3/11
- PKG Summer Fellowships Application Deadline<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=25ace10d5c&e=df0326c3ad>: 3/30

To stay updated on further PKG opportunities, visit us at https://pkgcenter.mit.edu<https://mit.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fbfcbe5f8114f808637f837c4&id=39c46a25e9&e=df0326c3ad>.

Happy to help.
If you have questions about PKG Social Impact Internships, please reach out to studentworker at mit.edu<mailto:studentworker at mit.edu?subject=Newsletter%20Questions>.

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