April 15 Email from Career Planning and Professional Development
Dear Students,
Here’s this week’s list of events, resources, and opportunities.
At the request of a few of you, we’ve added a bit of organization in the list of opportunities here. Fellowships come first, followed by full-time positions. Then we list part-time, paid opportunities, then last, unpaid internships. Here’s the table of contents:
Events (at GC):
Careers in Writing and Editing
Careers in Research and Evaluation
Events (Elsewhere):
CUNY Big Apple Job Fair
Data Visualization Event, sponsored by ASIS&T Metro New York Chapter
Articles and Resources:
#AltAc resources from Katina Rogers
Teaching high school with a Ph.D.
Fellowships
2 upcoming NEH deadlines
Fulbright Israel Post-Doctoral Fellowships for American Researchers in All Academic Disciplines
Full-Time Positions
Manager / Senior Manager – Risk Management Job (13004936), American Express, NYC
Director of Social Strategy, Togather/Huge, Brooklyn, NY
Curatorial Assistant with Emphasis in Textile Arts, Berea College (Kentucky)
Non-Tenure Track Position, African American History, Drexel University, Philadelphia
Assistant Professor of Humanities, Northern New Mexico College, Espanola, New Mexico
Research Assistant/Data Analyst, Biostatistician, Hunter College
Lead Data Scientist, Vibrant Media, New York
Part-time and Full-Time Opportunities, Freedom House
Part-Time, Paid Positions
DUC Library Program Assistant, Art Resources Transfer, Inc., New York, NY
French/German Editor, Morningside Translation
Research Assistant, Part-time, Schoenberg Database of Manuscripts, Grolier Club, New York
Unpaid Internships
Volunteer-ship – ACLU National Office Archives, New York, NY
Knowledge3, New York, NY
Feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions or want to schedule an appointment (careerplan@gc.cuny.edu). Walk-in hours are today (Monday) from 12-2, and again on Wednesday from 4-6.
Best,
Jenny
Events (at GC):
We have some terrific alumni panelists lined up next week! Please RSVP if you are planning to attend (CareerPlan@gc.cuny.edu). Snacks will be served!
Careers in Writing and Editing
Wednesday, April 24, 4-6 p.m.
Graduate Center, Room C203
Speakers:
Bennett Graff, English, Senior Editor, Scarecrow Press
Joan Liebmann-Smith, Sociology, Editor, Sloan-Kettering and Freelance Writer
Sonia Jaffee Robbins, Liberal Studies, Managing Editor, Publishers Weekly
Marian Wassner, French, Senior Editor, Pearson PLC
Careers in Research and Evaluation
Thursday, April 25, 4-6 p.m.
Graduate Center, Room 203
Speakers:
Jonathan DeBusk, Sociology, IBM
Mariana Diaz-Wionczek, Psychology, Senior Director of Research and Development, Dora the Explorer
Janet Quint, Sociology, Senior Associate, MRDC
Cynthia Weinman, Psychology, Principal, Weinman Schnee Morais, Inc.
Events (Elsewhere):
CUNY Big Apple Job Fair
The CUNY Big Apple Job Fair will take place on Friday, April 26, from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at the Javits Center (River Pavilion & Galleria, enter on 11th Avenue at 35th Street).
More information about the fair, including a list of employers, can be found here:
http://www.cuny.edu/news/features/bigapplejobfair/student.html
Does it make sense for a graduate student to go to this fair? It depends on who you are, what your background is, and what your career goals are. Take the time to research the employers who are coming—this will help you to decide if attending the fair is right for you. Also, be sure to go early, as I’m told this fair can get very crowded.
If you’ve never attended a career fair before, and are wondering what to expect, please take advantage of these upcoming webinars on making the most of a career fair. They are offered by Shannon Gallo
Manager of Career Services, CUNY School of Professional Studies, who has generously opened them up to all CUNY students.
Webinar: Make the Most of the CUNY BIG APPLE JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR
Get insider tips from the recruiter’s perspective and learn to make the most of the 2013 CUNY Big Apple Job & Internship Fair (set for April 26th). Find out how to best utilize valuable face-time with the NY-metro area’s most sought-after employers and network your way to a job. Hear about the most effective techniques to use when following-up and take full advantage of this event in its 25th year!
Offered free at two convenient times – online!
• Wednesday, April 17th 12:30-1:30 p.m.
o Register here: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/514902186
• Thursday, April 18th 6-7 p.m.
o Register here: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/267913610
And, if you’d like to talk more about this event and whether you should attend, feel free to come in and chat (walk-ins 12-2 on Mondays, 4-6 on Wednesdays, for an appointment email careerplan@gc.cuny.edu)
Data Visualization Event, sponsored by ASIS&T Metro New York Chapter
Pop Data Forum: May 11 @ 2:00 pm @ Library Journal’s offices
Representations of data are everywhere and seem to be easily available. Data visualizations can inform people’s understanding of the world and even affect their political engagement. We’ve brought together some panelists who work with the nuts and bolts of presenting both responsible and interesting data to the public to convene a discussion about data, people and how the two work together to broaden worldviews.
Our panelists include: Eric Buth, architect of TPM’s Polltracker and current member of the New York Times graphics team, and Ky Harlin, from Buzzfeed’s data team.
Join us for an afternoon of chatting about data and people.
More details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/493148154084384
RSVP on the fb page or to asistmetrony@gmail.com
http://asistmetrony.tumblr.com/
Articles and Resources:
For those of you wanting to learn more about #altac careers, Katina Rogers, Senior Research Specialist at UVA’s Scholarly Communication Institute, has compiled a great list of resources.
http://katinarogers.com/resources/
An excellent article on teaching high school with a Ph.D.:
http://chronicle.com/article/A-Literature-PhD-Goes-to/138247/
Fellowships:
Two NEH Grants with a May 1st deadline
1. Fellowships support individuals pursuing advanced research that is of value to humanities scholars, general audiences, or both. Recipients usually produce articles, monographs, books, digital materials, archaeological site reports, translations, editions, or other scholarly resources in the humanities. Projects may be at any stage of development.
Program Statistics: In the last five competitions the Fellowships program received an average of 1,261 applications per year. The program made an average of 88 awards per year, for a funding ratio of 7 percent.
The number of applications to an NEH grant program can vary widely from year to year, as can the funding ratio. Information about the average number of applications and awards in recent competitions is meant only to provide historical context for the current competition. Information on the number of applications and awards in individual competitions is available from
http://www.neh.gov/grants/research/fellowships
2. The Fellowship Program for Advanced Social Science Research on Japan is a joint activity of the Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Awards support research on modern Japanese society and political economy, Japan’s international relations, and U.S.-Japan relations. The program encourages innovative research that puts these subjects in wider regional and global contexts and is comparative and contemporary in nature. Research should contribute to scholarly knowledge or to the general public’s understanding of issues of concern to Japan and the United States. Appropriate disciplines for the research include anthropology, economics, geography, history, international relations, linguistics, political science, psychology, public administration, and sociology. Awards usually result in articles, monographs, books, digital materials, archaeological site reports, translations, editions, or other scholarly resources.
The fellowships are designed for researchers with advanced language skills whose research will require use of data, sources, and documents in their original languages or whose research requires interviews onsite in direct one-on-one contact. Fellows may undertake their projects in Japan, the United States, or both, and may include work in other countries for comparative purposes. Projects may be at any stage of development. http://www.neh.gov/grants/research/fellowships-advanced-social-science-research-japan
Fulbright Israel Post-Doctoral Fellowships for American Researchers in All Academic Disciplines
The United States-Israel Educational Foundation (USIEF), the Fulbright commission for Israel, offers 8 fellowships to American post-doctoral researchers in support of work to be carried out at Israeli universities during the course of the 2014/2015-2015/2016 academic years.
The US Post-Doctoral Fellowship Program is open to candidates in all academic disciplines.
Program grants total $40,000, $20,000 per academic year.
Program fellows must be accepted as post-doctoral researchers by Israeli host institutions, which agree to provide them with a standard post-doctoral grant, which they will receive in addition to their Fulbright Fellowship. Thus, the total financial support received by Program Fellows is likely to be in the range of at least $35,000-$40,000 per year.
Applications for 2014/2015-2015/2016 Fulbright Post-Doctoral Fellowships must be submitted to the Council for International Exchange of Scholars by August 1, 2013.
Further details on the program and on application procedures may be found at:
http://fulbright.org.il/en/?page_id=1024
http://catalog.cies.org/viewAward.aspx?n=4397&dc=IS
http://www.cies.org/us_scholars/us_awards/Application.htm
Potential candidates should contact Ms. Judy Stavsky, Deputy Director, USIEF (jstavsky@fulbright.org.il; +972-3-517-2392) for advice and assistance.
As noted above, applications may be submitted in any discipline or sub-field. The following list is indicative, rather than exhaustive: ethnic/multicultural studies; religion; English language/literature; foreign languages/literatures; classics; history; philosophy; social work/human services; law/legal studies; public administration/policy; security studies; physics; space sciences; geology; earth sciences; biology; biotechnology; bioengineering; computer science; life sciences; mathematics; engineering; chemistry; biochemistry; agriculture; animal sciences; plant sciences; economics; education; curriculum and instruction; anthropology; archaeology; political science; international relations; sociology; psychology; criminal justice; criminology.
Full-Time Positions:
Manager / Senior Manager – Risk Management Job (13004936), American Express, NYC
This role reports to the Director, New Member Targeting. The New Member Targeting team is responsible for the design and implementation of data-driven targeting strategies for the direct mail and email channels, which will drive profitable growth and acquire new cardmembers for American Express. The incumbent for this position will be tasked with the development of targeting logic as well as testing and deploying various changes to incentives, offer constructs, messaging, and other facets of marketing offers that target consumer prospects.
Responsibilities:
-Generate business insights through the analysis of data from multiple sources (credit bureaus, demographic databases, etc.), conduct experimental test design, and implement enhancements to campaign strategies
-Leverage big data environment and analytics to identify new attributes and segments to enhance prospect targeting
-Lead the analytics behind prospect segmentations, define campaign eligibility criteria, and manage campaigns to ensure operational risks are mitigated
-Drive large-scale projects to reengineer and transform the campaign processes to improve efficiencies in the way we execute prospect marketing campaigns
-Provide thought leadership and partner with cross-functional teams across Risk Management, Marketing, Information Management, Finance, Compliance, and Technologies
Qualifications
-3-5 years of hands-on experience using quantitative analysis to solve business problems
-Ability to create insights from data analysis is a critical skill
-Experience with data manipulation tools (e.g., SAS, SQL, SPSS) is a must-have
-Experience with big data techniques is a plus
-Proficiency with MS Excel and PowerPoint
-Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a team player mentality
Educational requirement:
-Advanced degree (Masters) in a quantitative field such as Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or Engineering is a plus
http://jobs.americanexpress.com/job/New-York-Manager-Senior-Manager-Risk-Management-Job-NY/2540657/
Director of Social Strategy, Togather/Huge, Brooklyn, NY
[An interesting position for someone who is book-savvy, media-savvy, and tech-savvy.]
For the right candidate, this will be the opportunity of a lifetime. The Togather platform has a huge cache of talented authors—everyone from bestselling megastars, press-worthy upstarts to you-haven’t-heard-of-them-yet-but-you-will newcomers. To complement all this talent is a growing group of hungry libraries, bookstores and clubs who allclamor for access to their cultural icons.
It’s your job, Ms. or Mr. Director of Social Strategy to engage the communities around these authors, venues and genres and plunge them into a world of great cultural connections focused around IRL and online events. When you succeed, you’ll have reshaped how a $30B industry approaches marketing and publicity.
We are a small but extremely dedicated team who believes strongly in both the business and socia mission of Togather. We have an open-plan, casual office located in DUMBO. We offer competitive pay, stock options, health care and a fridge stocked with beer. And we’re never short on great book recommendations.
•Evolve strategy for developing and distributing content to connect with and engage relevant reader communities
•Work closely with product and partnerships team to identify opportunities that expand our reach and build a loyal user base
•Actively monitor and participate in online conversations to foster meaningful relationships with key influencers
•Manage and grow a team of community managers who will expand relationships and meaningful exchanges
•Continually evaluate the community’s needs and engage the product team to insure relevancy in a dynamic and shifting ecosystem.
•Define and track key success metrics and update team regularly on community health and evolving topics and trends.
Huge is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We strongly support diversity in the workforce. (http://www.hugeinc.com/contactus/brooklyn) To apply: http://www.hugeinc.com/careers/job-1053-oL6mXfwU
About Togather
Togather is an event creation platform that unites authors with new audiences nationwide. We created Togather because book events are broken. Unless you’re one of the most established authors around, it’s impossible to consistently create book events that garner big audiences and actually sellbooks. And in most places readers live, it’s not easy to find great book talks.
We’re here to change all that.
Togather’s crowdfunding model means that every talk, book signing or lecture is guaranteed to be full of dedicated, interested readers. We use a group-buying mechanism to make sure that RSVPs mean people are really coming. We make it easy for authors to connect with readers who want to host and participate in readings, workshops and book club video chats.
Togather is a new way for writers to find their readership and for readers to support the writers they care about. It makes book events useful and relevant again. If you’re an author, a librarian, a bookseller, a publicist, a publisher, a bar owner, an event planner, a book club member — if you’re a person who cares about books, reading, and writers — Togather is for you.
Curatorial Assistant with Emphasis in Textile Arts, Berea College (Kentucky)
Berea College invites applications for a Curatorial Assistant with an emphasis in fibers and textile arts, beginning July 1, 2013. This is a grant-funded, full-time, twelve-month, one-year position in the Art and Art History program, with full employee benefits. Berea College has undertaken a full inventory of its Art Collection. The next stage of this process is to re-house and stabilize our textile collection, which consists of approximately 700 objects, ranging broadly in origin and material. The curatorial assistant will work closely with the Director and Curator to plan and implement a comprehensive and consistent re-housing of the textile collection. Berea College is an undergraduate work college that offers a BA in Art with concentrations in studio art and art history.
Candidates should have completed an M.A. in textile conservation, art history, museum studies, historic preservation, or a related field and have previous museum-related experience. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated understanding of museum standards and their implementation; have strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills; and have the ability to work both independently and on a team.
Please submit application materials to Dr. Eileen McKiernan González, Program Coordinator of Art and Art History, at curatorialsearch@berea.edu, including: letter of application, curriculum vita, short statement of research interests, three recommendation letters, and unofficial transcripts. For full consideration, all application materials must be received by April 26, 2013.
Berea College achieved national distinction as the first coeducational and interracial college in the South. With an emphasis on service to the people of Appalachia and beyond, Berea enrolls 1,600 students from 40 states and 60 countries. As a reflection of its continuing commitment to interracial education, Berea is among the most racially diverse private liberal arts college in the United States. Berea admits only students whose families are unable to afford the high cost of tuition and awards each of them a four-year tuition scholarship. Berea’s students excel in the College’s supportive but demanding academic environment, and many are the first in their families to graduate from college. The College is one of seven federally recognized Work Colleges, and all students hold a labor position in which they work 10-12 hours per week. Graduates distinguish themselves in a variety of fields, including social service, government, ministry, the arts, business, education, medicine, and science, and many go on to earn graduate degrees.
Located where the Bluegrass Region meets the Cumberland Mountains, the town of Berea (pop. 16,000) lies forty miles south of Lexington and is approximately two hours from Cincinnati, Louisville, and Knoxville. More information about Berea College is available at www.berea.edu <http://www.berea.edu>.
Berea College, in light of its mission in the tradition of impartial love and social equality, welcomes all people of the earth to learn and work here.
Non-Tenure Track Position, African American History, Drexel University, Philadelphia
The Department of History & Politics at Drexel University invites applications for a non-tenure-track, teaching faculty position in African American History. The successful applicant will begin in September 2013. We are primarily interested in candidates who can teach African American History, including introductory and upper-level courses, as well as surveys in U.S. History, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and U.S. Women’s History.
Located in Philadelphia, Drexel is a privately endowed university founded in 1891. With approximately 20,000 students, it has one of the largest undergraduate cooperative education programs in the nation. The University offers an attractive benefits package. It is an opportunity to join an exceptional University; one achieving record growth and strongly committed to further enhancing its reputation in research and teaching. Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The History & Politics Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
For more information about Drexel University, please visit www.drexel.edu<http://www.drexel.edu>.
Please apply online at: www.drexeljobs.com<http://www.drexeljobs.com> — the Department of History and Politics is #3649. Candidates should include: 1) a cover letter; 2) curriculum vitae; and 3) the names and email addresses only of at least three references. Please do not submit reference letters at this time as such letters will be requested at a later date for short-listed applicants. Only applications submitted via the online system will be considered. The successful applicant must have completed all requirements for their PhD by September 15, 2013. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled. Please address all queries to Prof. Scott Barclay at scott.barclay@drexel.edu<mailto:scott.barclay@drexel.edu>
Assistant Professor of Humanities, Northern New Mexico College, Espanola, New Mexico
The Humanities and Social Sciences Department of Northern New Mexico College, which lies 20 miles north of Santa Fe, seeks applicants for a tenure track position in the humanities at the Assistant Professor level. Candidates will be considered for the fall semester 2013.
The successful candidate will be a generalist able to teach general education courses and create interdisciplinary courses for a unique and exciting program (Integrated Studies in the Humanities and Social Sciences) that grants an interdisciplinary BA in three concentrations: psychology, humanities, and Pueblo Indian Studies. Ideally, the candidate would be able to create at least one upper-division course cross-listed between humanities and other concentrations. Primary consideration will be given to candidates with interdisciplinary interest or experience between either the humanities and social sciences or the humanities and Native American Studies/ Pueblo Indian Studies.
Minimum Requirements:
— PhD in the humanities (priority given to specialists in history, philosophy, or religious studies, or a related field within the humanities);
— Two years’ experience teaching at the university level with culturally diverse students;
— A history of interdisciplinary interest between the humanities and psychology and/or humanities and Pueblo Indian Studies/Native American Studies.
Desired Qualifications: For more information about the Integrated Studies Program, please visit http://humanities.nnmc.edu/integrated-studies-BA.
Materials Needed: Please send a letter of interest, CV, official transcripts, and three references. A statement of teaching philosophy is optional. In the letter of interest, please clearly state your interest and/or experience in interdisciplinary work.
Review of applications will begin May 10 and continue until filled. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. We offer a competitive nine-month contract with an excellent benefits package. The teaching load is four courses per semester with the possibility of course reduction for equivalent academic service.
Northern New Mexico College is a Hispanic and Native-American serving institution located 20 miles north of Santa Fe in the historic Espanola Valley.
Contact Information: Nicole Fresquez; 505.747.5483; nicole.fresquez@nnmc.edu
Research Assistant/Data Analyst, Biostatistician, Hunter College
This position will involve assisting with oversight and management of existing grant projects, data analyses and manuscript development, and grant writing. The analyst will be responsible for conducting complex multivariate analyses, and for assisting staff with statistical analysis and study design. Opportunities exist for the development of independent research projects/areas, as well as integration into existing funded projects.
We are looking for a motivated junior researcher to become an integral part of our collaborative team. More information about CHEST can be found at http://www.chestnyc.org Salary: Commensurate with experience
Core Competencies/Qualifications:
Requirements:
• Master’s degree (minimum) or enrollment in a doctoral degree program in social sciences or public health with strong training in statistics;
• Research experience, particularly with large, NIH-funded projects (as evidenced by previous experience and peer reviewed publications);
• Significant proficiency with SPSS/SAS (other software such as Mplus and Access are desirable);
• Experience working in research on LGBT populations, HIV/AIDS, sexuality, or substance use is highly desired;
• Experience with and knowledge of one or more of the following is highly desired: multilevel modeling, structural equation modeling, or the analysis of complex randomized controlled trials (RCTs; e.g., waitlist control design, cross-over design, comparative effectiveness trials);
• Must be able to work independently and manage multiple tasks;
• Full-time preferred but part-time commitments will also be considered.
http://www.rfcuny.org/hr/pvn/cgi-bin/show_job.asp?pvn=REA-1569
Lead Data Scientist, Vibrant Media, New York
Vibrant (www.vibrantmedia.com) is the world’s leading provider of in-content contextual technology that gets brand content and advertising discovered across multiple platforms. With over 6,600 premium publishers and top brand advertisers, Vibrant reaches more than 300 million unique users per month (comScore, 2012). Vibrant gives top brand marketers the opportunity to deliver highly targeted, user-initiated campaigns, within relevant text and images. Vibrant was founded in 2000, headquartered out of New York with multiple offices throughout the United States and Europe. Vibrant’s rapid growth has been recognized by the Inc. 500 and Deloitte Fast 50 lists and has also been named a “Best Place to Work” by Ad Age and Crain’s. Vibrant was named a 2012 Highest Rated Media Brand by Advertiser Perceptions and also received Inc. Magazine’s 2012 Hire Power Award.
Vibrant is seeking a Lead Data Scientist responsible for leading, managing and executing highly complex statistical and data mining techniques to provide insights in audience intelligence data.
This individual will identify opportunities to apply statistical methods within the business, design statistical and analytical solutions and lead the development and implementation of those solutions. They will play a crucial role in advancing Vibrant Media’s advertising and data platform, helping to design audience targeting solutions as well as working hands-on, deep in the data. He/she will partner with other members of the business to initiate, prioritize, scope, design and deliver high-visibility quantitative projects. Other responsibilities include advancing the statistical capabilities of the business through increase statistical knowledge, development of statistical capabilities, and incorporation of research into usable solutions. The right person will be a creative, focused, and technically curious individual who does not mind rolling up their sleeves to get the job done. He/she is a self-starter, problem-solver, strong writer, and creative thinker who enjoys working in a fast-paced, growth environment and is never satisfied with mediocre work or missed opportunities.
We are looking for someone that can:
• Develop statistical techniques, sampling procedures and scoring algorithms for use in decision algorithms
• Develop, monitor and validate in-house models and programs
• Ensure provision of appropriate analytical support and outcome recommendations for key partners in the business
• Ensure effective project management/ delivery of analytics projects.
• Develop analytical solutions to marketing problems, helping to reduce risk and focus investment more efficiently.
• Provide insightful analyses to solve key business problems using advanced statistics and data mining techniques.
• Derive appropriate action recommendations and work in partnership with the business to ensure implementation.
• Stay abreast of ‘best in class’ analytic (forecasting/modeling) intelligence (market/competitor) and information / knowledge management systems.
• Apply statistical theory and techniques to the analysis of media audience data
• Communicate and document statistical analyses and methods in a logical and understandable manner for internal and external audiences
• Manipulate and analyze complex high volume data sets in a distributed environment
Skills you will need to be successful in this role:
• Master’s Degree or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, or related discipline required
• Minimum 4-7 years of hands-on experience in model development, statistical methodologies and quantitative analyses
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience leading an analytics team
• Experience with statistical software such as Matlab, R, SAS, or SPSS and SQL, relational database design and methods for efficiently retrieving data from databases
• Experience with audience segmentation and targeting for advertising/marketing purposes
• Experience in statistical and data mining analysis (customer profiling, segmentation analysis and use of design of experiments to structure tests), statistical modeling principles, concepts and techniques
• Experience with contextualization and natural language processing a plus
• Solid project management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Powerpoint
• Strong direct/database marketing skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to adapt in a rapidly changing, fast-paced work environment.
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH07/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=VIBRANT&cws=1&rid=695
All regular Vibrant Employees are eligible for competitive pay and benefits packages.
Vibrant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Part-time and Full-Time Opportunities, Freedom House
Freedom House acts as a catalyst for freedom through a combination of analysis, advocacy, and action. Our research and analysis frames the policy debate in the United States and abroad on the progress and decline of freedom. Leading experts on democracy have called our flagship publication, Freedom in the World, an “essential source” and “indispensable guide” to democracy’s development.
We advocate for U.S. leadership and collaboration with like-minded governments to vigorously oppose dictators and oppression. We amplify the voices of those struggling for freedom in repressive societies and counter authoritarian efforts to weaken international scrutiny of their regimes.
We also empower frontline human rights defenders and civic activists to uphold fundamental rights and to advance democratic change. With Freedom House’s support, these activists expand the boundaries of freedom in repressive societies and hold their governments to account.
http://www.freedomhouse.org/content/career-opportunities
Part-Time, Paid Positions:
DUC Library Program Assistant, Art Resources Transfer, Inc., New York, NY
Art Resources Transfer, Inc., founded in 1987, is a non-profit organization committed to documenting and supporting artists’ voices and work, and to making these voices accessible to the public through innovative methods of distribution and access. The organization maintains two distinct, yet interconnected, program areas: publishing (A.R.T. Press), and the free distribution of books to underserved communities (DUC Library Program). The DUC Library Program distributes books on contemporary art free of charge to rural and inner-city libraries, schools and alternative reading centers nationwide. It currently provides more than 20,000 free books to communities in need each year.
A.R.T. seeks a part-time assistant to help coordinate the DUC Library Program, supervise high school interns, and maintain its extensive inventory of art books. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic self-starter with an interest in arts education. The assistant position involves a good deal of manual labor, including unloading pallets of art book donations and helping to manage book inventory both on site and in storage. The ability to lift heavy boxes of books (between 35 and 55 lbs.) is required.
Candidates must be available to work Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per week from mid-April through June, and 20 hours per week from July through mid-August. Precise work schedule beyond the summer months is to be determined. Compensation is $15 per hour.
Duties include:
–Process incoming book donations from contemporary art publishers, galleries and museums and manage book inventory on-site and in storage units.
–Train, supervise and work alongside a group of high school interns in processing, packing and shipping book orders from public schools and libraries.
–Maintain the DUC’s inventory on its computer system and generate reports as needed.
–Research art publishers, galleries and museums for potential program donations.
For more information about A.R.T. and the DUC Library Program, please visit our websites, www.artresourcestransfer.org and www.ducprogram.org.
Please send a cover letter and resume by email to info@ducprogram.org.
No phone calls please.
Website: http://www.ducprogram.org
French/German Editor, Morningside Translation
Morningside is currently seeking part-time editors proficient in German and/or French to assist with the editing of technical translations in our New York City headquarters. The position is paid and open to either students or individuals looking for part-time work. An individual with an engineering or technical background is helpful as the translations can be complex.
Requirements:
Candidates must be willing commit to at least 12-15 hours per week
Candidates must be willing to commit to at least a one-year editing program with our company
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Excellent command of French or German AND English.
High attention to detail
Strong computer skills
A technical/scientific background is a plus
To contact us about French and German Editor opportunities with Morningside, please email your résumé and cover letter to reviewer.careers@morningtrans.com with the job posting in which you are interested listed in the subject line.
http://www.morningtrans.com/careers
Research Assistant, Part-time, Schoenberg Database of Manuscripts, Grolier Club, New York
The University of Pennsylvania’s Schoenberg Database of Manuscripts (SDBM) Project is seeking a part-time (10 hours per week) researcher to work on behalf of the SDBM (http://dla.library.upenn.edu/cocoon/dla/schoenberg/index.html) at the Grolier Club in New York, NY (http://www.grolierclub.org<http://www.grolierclub.org/>). The SDBM makes available data on medieval manuscript books of five or more folios produced before 1600. Its purpose is to facilitate research for scholars, collectors, and others interested in manuscript studies and the provenance of these unique books.
Responsibilities
• Researching auction and bookseller catalogs for relevant data on manuscript sales and entering data into proprietary online Oracle database.
• Answering research queries from other SDBM staff involving material at the Grolier Club.
Qualifications
Successful applicants for this position must be highly detail oriented and comfortable handling rare and/or fragile materials. The individual must be able to work independently with minimum supervision; possess good computer skills; and have knowledge of basic Microsoft office applications. Experience in data entry required. Demonstrated knowledge of and/or interest in the antiquarian book trade is a plus. A basic understanding of library preservation practices is welcome but not required.
In addition, a background in manuscript and/or rare book studies or medieval and/or classical studies is highly desirable, as is a basic reading knowledge of Latin, Greek, Hebrew, or Arabic, and at least one European language, especially French or German.
Applicants must be prepared to supply their own laptop to use in the Grolier Club and undergo a background check. Interviews will be conducted with personnel from both the SDBM project and the Grolier Club.
Salary: $15/hour
This part-time, one-year temporary position is available immediately. The one-year term is potentially renewable depending on research assistant’s performance and funding availability. Applications received by May 1, 2013, will be given priority.
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to the attention of Lynn Ransom, Project Manager, Schoenberg Database of Manuscripts, lransom@upenn.edu<mailto:lransom@upenn.edu>.
Unpaid Internships:
Volunteer-ship – ACLU National Office Archives, New York, NY
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) National Archives, located in downtown Manhattan, is seeking volunteers to assist with digitizing an important paper collection related to our organization’s history.
The ACLU National Archives maintains records from the founding of the organization in 1920 and does its part to support the ACLU’s mission: to defend the U.S. Constitution, in particular the Bill of Rights. The primary goal of the Archives is to ensure access to our paper and electronic records through the application of sound records management and archival principles.
We are looking for volunteers this summer (late May to August) to assist with the digitization of our National Board papers. This project will entail scanning historical documents, assuring the files are full-text searchable, and arranging files in the digital archive.
This project would provide good experience for anyone pursuing a career in Archives or Records Management.
We are asking for a commitment of at least 1 day a week, during the regular 9:30-5:00 workday, Monday – Friday, throughout the summer. We expect to start in late May or early June, but we can be flexible with the schedule.
This is a volunteer situation, and internship credit will not be offered for this project.
Interested volunteers should direct any questions to:
Allison DeMatteo, Assistant Archivist
Knowledge3, New York, NY
Knowledge3 is an online platform which spreads free high-quality education to developing countries. Our mission is to allow teachers to connect to create content, while providing a social ecosystem for learning.The vision is to make knowledge universally accessible for free.
Job Description
Looking for entrepreneurial and enthusiastic students in the fields of Economics, Finance & Accounting and Business for a part-time internship to help with a venture company promoting free education in developing countries. You will be working directly/side-by-side with a top economist who has over five years of experience building teams. The online education platform is near completion and is ready to enter Beta testing. The successful implementation of the online platform would have a significant impact on hundreds of thousands of students around the world by providing high-quality, text-book caliber educational content. You will be required to work independently and as part of a team to tight deadlines, developing and sourcing educational content. You will be also part of the launch strategy, with a focus on user generation, content promotion, marketing, and business development.
Work Hours
– Weekends (Saturday or Sunday): 10am- 4pm with a 45min break for lunch. First weekend will be both days due to onboarding.
– The internship will last for 3-4 months.
Key Learning Points:
– Work alongside a top economist (under 30) who runs strategy at one of the largest independent research houses to help promote systematic and user-focused educational materials
– Learn how to develop a launch strategy, with a focus on user generation, content promotion, marketing, and business development
– Improve your ability to think on your feet and problem solve, while boosting your ability to communicate complex ideas.
– Have first hand economics training with a senior strategist working in country risk financial markets and macroeconomic strategy
– All your work will contribute to your knowledge as an economist/business strategist/financial analyst and will help you with your college grades
Responsibilities:
– Your role is to help discover and develop high quality content for the online tool, in order to ensure a successful launch.
– You’ll do everything from online research, writing content, list building to community outreach as well as other requirements
– Testing the online tool and provide feedback on user navigation, user experience, bugs and other defects..
– You will be required to work pro actively to complete your tasks on time and to a high standard..
Candidates must:
– Be enthusiastic about the venture project, and understand the impact we are trying to achieve
– Have a minimum GPA of 3.5
– Be fluent in English and have excellent oral and written communication skills
– Be a self starter, professional and punctual
– Be able to work both as a team and independently and to problem solve.
Compensation
– Lunch money and subway ticket (for the day, or equivalent) will be provided, as well as some refreshments and snacks.
Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to bhakti@knowledge3.com
Jennifer S. Furlong
Director, Office of Career Planning and Professional Development
The Graduate Center of the City University of New York
365 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10016-4309
212-817-7416 (t)
212-817-1621 (f)
