Internships
This Summer, the Windward Network is offering virtual internships and other experiential learning opportunities! Internships offered through the Windward Network provide meaningful Summer experiences for current students (rising Juniors and Seniors) and college-age alumni in a variety of different fields. Participants have the opportunity to gain valuable insights into their industries of interest, develop skills, cultivate professional connections, and strengthen their resumes.
Any currently enrolled student who completes an internship organized through the Windward Network and the required reflection at the culmination of the internship will receive course credit documented on their transcript. This course credit will be graded as Pass/Fail and in the amount of 0.5 credits, and will be awarded for the semester preceding the internship.
For college-age students (including the Class of 2023), you are responsible for coordinating course credit through your university.
To be considered for a summer internship, please complete the following steps:
1. Review internship descriptions on our online mentoring below.
2. Complete application linked here.
3. Submit by Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at 3 p.m. (PST)
4. Wait for notification of interview and complete if selected.
5. Notification of placements will be completed early Spring.
6. If you have any questions throughout this process, please contact Robin Pickett at rpickett@windwardschool.org.
Windward at Work
Our online mentoring and professional support platform, Windward at Work, now has over 850 users! Through Windward at Work, students and alumni are able to seek guidance from mentors (Network Advisors and others) who have signed up to help assist in areas ranging from building a compelling resume and preparing for interviews to making introductions within their network.
Additionally, students and alumni are able to search for and apply to both internship and job openings through the platform.
We are always looking for people interested in joining our amazing group of Network Advisors. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Robin Pickett at rpickett@windwardschool.org or complete this form.
Summer 2022
Highlights
54 Summer Interns!
- 36 Student Interns
- 18 Alumni Interns
28 Internship Sites
- 25 Internship Sites in LA
- 3 Out of State
Entertainment
DOMO
Term Length: JUNE-AUGUST
Weekly Schedule: T/W/TH
Working hours: 15 hour weekly minimum
Location: Remote/Hybrid
DOMO Application Brief:
DOMO is an in-house production company whose capabilities span the full creative spectrum, with multidisciplinary expertise that includes ideation, production, finishing, and music. Working alongside global leaders at the intersection of storytelling and culture, DOMO shepherds projects through a bespoke collective process, to radically change the future.
DOMO is looking for interns who are interested in pursuing a career in creative producing, with a focus on high-end advertising. This is a hands-on internship with opportunities to learn multiple aspects of production. There is also the potential for on-set work, if/when the opportunity arises. Candidates should be personable, self-motivated, and have exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
Responsibilities include but not limited to: Liaising between creative, sales and editorial teams, assisting in travel management, sitting in on internal and external meetings, maintaining and organizing calendars, and supporting executive producers and production teams in their management of projects and processes.
Requirements:
- Must be legally able to work in the United States
- Must have proof of vaccination.
- Must have access to computer for the duration of internship
- Must be able to receive school credit, as this is an unpaid internship
- Experience using Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Calendar) is NECESSARY
- Experience using Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Premiere) would be a plus but is not mandatory
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience on set / any technical camera operation experience would be a plus but is not mandatory
- Must be 17 years or older at the time of internship
To contact our team, click THIS LINK
Gotham Group
Overview: The Gotham Group is a Hollywood-based management and production company. The Gotham Group's literary management practice encompasses all aspects of writing and directing, whether it be film, television, publishing, journalism, or content creation.
Beginning with Tony DiTerlizzi's award-winning family adventure THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES, which Gotham produced for Paramount in 2008, the Gotham Group has sought out visually stunning and compelling stories that strive to entertain audiences worldwide. In the YA space, the Gotham Group produced the MAZE RUNNER trilogy for 20th Century Fox, based on James Dashner's New York Times #1 bestselling novels. The first movie in the series was released in 2014, and the series has made over $1 billion worldwide. On the prestige drama front, Gotham recently produced the father/son road trip film KODACHROME, which stars Ed Harris, Jason Sudeikis, and Elizabeth Olsen. KODACHROME is based on a New York Times article by A.G. Sulzberger, and premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it was acquired for distribution by Netflix, who released the film to race review in April 2018. More recently, Gotham produced the movie adaptation of Jerry Spinelli's STARGIRL, which is one of the most beloved and acclaimed YA novels, which over a million copies in print worldwide. STARGIRL was one of the first original productions for Walt Disney Studios' new streaming platform, Disney+. Gotham also recently produced the Netflix movie ALL TOGETHER NOW, based on the novel SORTA LIKE A ROCKSTAR by Matthew Quick.
Beginning with Tony DiTerlizzi's award-winning family adventure THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES, which Gotham produced for Paramount in 2008, the Gotham Group has sought out visually stunning and compelling stories that strive to entertain audiences worldwide. In the YA space, the Gotham Group produced the MAZE RUNNER trilogy for 20th Century Fox, based on James Dashner's New York Times #1 bestselling novels. The first movie in the series was released in 2014, and the series has made over $1 billion worldwide. On the prestige drama front, Gotham recently produced the father/son road trip film KODACHROME, which stars Ed Harris, Jason Sudeikis, and Elizabeth Olsen. KODACHROME is based on a New York Times article by A.G. Sulzberger, and premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it was acquired for distribution by Netflix, who released the film to race review in April 2018. More recently, Gotham produced the movie adaptation of Jerry Spinelli's STARGIRL, which is one of the most beloved and acclaimed YA novels, which over a million copies in print worldwide. STARGIRL was one of the first original productions for Walt Disney Studios' new streaming platform, Disney+. Gotham also recently produced the Netflix movie ALL TOGETHER NOW, based on the novel SORTA LIKE A ROCKSTAR by Matthew Quick.
Responsibilities: Interns must be available to work remotely a minimum of two days a week. Interns will learn to write coverage, research projects, attend production and staff meetings, as well as pitch meetings with our clients. With many managers and assistants coming from internal promotions, Gotham looks to allow eager interns to learn and grow in the business with such opportunities as entertainment industry speaker meetings and assistant/manager shadowing.
Requirements: Interest in books, animation, live action film and television. Must be a self-starter and eager to participate in a team environment.
Time Frame: May/June 2022 – late August/early September 2022
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Seniors
JLTV
Mentor: Brad Pomerance (current parent)
Overview: Brad Pomerance is a television journalist and is looking for interns to work with him on non-fiction television projects. For Jewish Life Television (JLTV), he hosts and produces a travel series entitled “Air Land & Sea” and an interview program entitled The J Report. For PBS affiliate KVCR, he hosts and produces a history-themed show entitled, “Uncovered in the Archives.”
Responsibilities:
Overview: Brad Pomerance is a television journalist and is looking for interns to work with him on non-fiction television projects. For Jewish Life Television (JLTV), he hosts and produces a travel series entitled “Air Land & Sea” and an interview program entitled The J Report. For PBS affiliate KVCR, he hosts and produces a history-themed show entitled, “Uncovered in the Archives.”
Responsibilities:
- Research and writing
- Media library maintenance
- Scheduling
- Assistance with in-studio and field shoots
- Social media management
- Potential voice over and on-camera work
- Requirements:
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong research and writing skills
- Interest in history, travel, and current events
- It is not a requirement that the intern be of the Jewish faith.
Time Frame:
Three- to six-week time frames, three days per week, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June/July/August
Eligibility: Rising Juniors, Seniors and college students, with a demonstrated interest in television/journalism
Living Popups
Overview: Living Popups is an Interactive Augmented Reality Content Platform and Multi-Media
Company focused on delivering quality education and entertainment to a diverse and
inclusive audience. LPBookspace, created by Living Popups, has produced a library of
AR titles (The Boxcar Children, My Father’s Dragon, Of Mice and Men, Romeo and Juliet,
etc.) that span the k-12 demographics. Cheryl Bayer, CEO, former Head of Talent and
Development at ABC Productions and Senior Vice President of Comedy at FOX, is
currently in pre-production for a six episode series based on the novel Keep This To
Yourself at Peacock, and for a limited series based on the friendship of Ella Fitzgerald
and Marilyn Monroe, with more exciting projects on the way – all through the lens of
the Living Popups brand and mission. Living Popups fosters creative and innovative
collaboration between every area of media: from animation, to education, to social
media, to entertainment, and beyond.
Company focused on delivering quality education and entertainment to a diverse and
inclusive audience. LPBookspace, created by Living Popups, has produced a library of
AR titles (The Boxcar Children, My Father’s Dragon, Of Mice and Men, Romeo and Juliet,
etc.) that span the k-12 demographics. Cheryl Bayer, CEO, former Head of Talent and
Development at ABC Productions and Senior Vice President of Comedy at FOX, is
currently in pre-production for a six episode series based on the novel Keep This To
Yourself at Peacock, and for a limited series based on the friendship of Ella Fitzgerald
and Marilyn Monroe, with more exciting projects on the way – all through the lens of
the Living Popups brand and mission. Living Popups fosters creative and innovative
collaboration between every area of media: from animation, to education, to social
media, to entertainment, and beyond.
Responsibilities/Requirements:
• Assist in coordination, overall organization and development in a timely and
appropriate manner (including meetings, emails, retrieving contacts, organizing
drive files and compiling information)
• Provide input and coverage on prospective scripts and projects for Living Popups
• Work collaboratively with Living Popups’s animation team, education and
curriculum sector, entertainment division, and social media platforms
• Familiarity with google workspace (calendar, drive, docs, excel and slides etc) as
well as final draft and Adobe PDF is preferred.
• Preferred: In School studying: film, writing, animation, Media, social media etc.
• Assist in coordination, overall organization and development in a timely and
appropriate manner (including meetings, emails, retrieving contacts, organizing
drive files and compiling information)
• Provide input and coverage on prospective scripts and projects for Living Popups
• Work collaboratively with Living Popups’s animation team, education and
curriculum sector, entertainment division, and social media platforms
• Familiarity with google workspace (calendar, drive, docs, excel and slides etc) as
well as final draft and Adobe PDF is preferred.
• Preferred: In School studying: film, writing, animation, Media, social media etc.
Overseers: Sara Delgado (Head of Creative Development), Nicholas
Cerofeci (Production Assistant and Coordinator)
Cerofeci (Production Assistant and Coordinator)
Hours: 20 hours/week (for college applicants, must be able to receive school credit)
# of Positions: 3
Lori Gottlieb
Overview: Lori Gottlieb, Author, Podcast Host, Psychotherapist
Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk To Someone, which has sold over a million copies and is currently being adapted as a television series. In addition to her clinical practice, she is co-host of the popular "Dear Therapists" podcast and writes The Atlantic's "Dear Therapist" advice column. She is a sought-after expert in media such as The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, CNN, and NPR’s “Fresh Air” and her recent TED Talk was one of the Top 10 Most Watched of the Year. She is also the creator of the Maybe You Should Talk To Someone Workbook: A Toolkit for Editing Your Story and Changing Your Life, and the Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Journal: 52 Weekly Sessions to Transform Your Life. Learn more at lorigottlieb.com.
Responsibilities: Lori is looking for an intern to create a digital library of engaging graphics, video clips, and audiograms from the Dear Therapist podcast, along with media interviews for social posts, and assist with editorial research on my current book project based around my advice columns. This internship is virtual and the time commitment is estimated at 10-15 hours per week (hours very flexible). Requirements: Has experience with graphics creation, audio/video clip editing, and social media platforms. Those with a background in graphic design preferred but not required. Ability to organize creative material into categories and put together easy-to-read documents/spreadsheets. Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently on deadlines.
Eligibility: Offered to rising juniors, seniors, and college students.
Myriad Pictures
Myriad Pictures: International Sales and Production
Mentor: Mithra Alavi
Internship provided by: Kevin Forester ’89
Overview: Based in Los Angeles, Myriad Pictures is a leading independent entertainment company specializing in production, financing, and worldwide distribution of feature films and television programming. Participating in top markets and festivals around the world, Myriad has garnered a strong reputation as a high-quality distributor of content for all formats. Myriad Pictures is currently acquiring projects in all stages, broadening the definition of distribution. By beginning the process before a film is complete, the team at Myriad is able to assist productions and lend their years of experience to every project. The company holds an impressive and diverse library of critically acclaimed art house and commercially successful mainstream filmed programming including “Kinsey,” “Goon,” “The Good Girl,” “Factory Girl,” “Van Wilder,” “Jeepers Creepers 2,” the Academy Award-nominated “Margin Call,” and the critically acclaimed “The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby.”
Responsibilities: Complete script coverage (read scripts that are submitted in order to be considered as potential films and then write a short synopsis of the plot as well as comment about what makes the script strong or weak). Interns' opinions on each script will be heard in our Friday Submissions Meetings, where about 10 people come together, including our VPs of sales, acquisitions, development, and Myriad’s CEO.
Interns will also be asked to watch films and write up coverage on completed films to see if we would want to acquire them. Interns assist with our actor/actress/director grids, which includes researching specific information about them and calling their agencies to find out their availability to be a part of upcoming projects. Interns will gain valuable desk experience while occasionally covering reception fielding calls and greeting clients. Interns may also track films for acquisitions by checking different online platforms for new projects on the horizon.
If interested, they may also shadow the CEO's assistant's desk a few times to gain knowledge on the verbiage of what is needed to be an assistant in the entertainment industry.
Marketing: Attend weekly sales and marketing meetings as well as weekly distribution meeting, which includes our Canadian sister company, Pacific Northwest Pictures (PNP). PNP is a theatrical distribution company based in Canada and primarily distributes theatrical films mainly in Canada and is gradually expanding into U.S. distribution. Press coverage: check very frequently for news about PNP titles, then compile news into a PDF used to send out to potential buyers and sellers.
BOTH Development/Production + Marketing interns: Helping the office run smoothly (e.g. answering phones, making coffee, keeping office neat and tidy, having a positive, can-do attitude! Film Festivals and Markets: where the majority of the deals are made and where our projects get to be seen for the first time.
Requirements: Excellent analytical, reading, and writing skills necessary, as coverage is requested regularly. Transportation and laptop also required.
Time Frame: Two to four days per week
Eligibility: Rising Seniors and college students
Requirements: Excellent analytical, reading, and writing skills necessary, as coverage is requested regularly. Transportation and laptop also required.
Time Frame: Two to four days per week
Eligibility: Rising Seniors and college students
RESET
Overview:
RESET is a production company owned by David Morrison and his partner of 27 years, director David Fincher. RESET specializes in high-end commercials, as well as short and long form content, and boasts an impressive roster of the world’s top directors, such as Guy Ritchie, Garth Davis, Ian Pons Jewell, Tim Miller, Nabil, JC Chandor, amongst others. RESET has produced many high-profile projects for clients such as Apple, Beats, Nike, Activision, XBOX, Playstation, Pepsico, Coca-Cola, Calvin Klein and a myriad of other 21stcentury corporate clients.
Responsibilities:
RESET is looking for a paid intern who is passionate about producing as a whole, with a focus on high-end advertising. Intern responsibilities would include assisting in preparing research materials, organizing files, proofreading, general office management and duties, assisting staff and Directors, as well as potential set work, if the opportunity arises. Candidates should be organized, personable, self-motivated, and have exceptional communication and time-management skills.
*In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, immunization of employees will be required upon widespread availability of the COVID-19 vaccine.
RESET is a production company owned by David Morrison and his partner of 27 years, director David Fincher. RESET specializes in high-end commercials, as well as short and long form content, and boasts an impressive roster of the world’s top directors, such as Guy Ritchie, Garth Davis, Ian Pons Jewell, Tim Miller, Nabil, JC Chandor, amongst others. RESET has produced many high-profile projects for clients such as Apple, Beats, Nike, Activision, XBOX, Playstation, Pepsico, Coca-Cola, Calvin Klein and a myriad of other 21stcentury corporate clients.
Responsibilities:
RESET is looking for a paid intern who is passionate about producing as a whole, with a focus on high-end advertising. Intern responsibilities would include assisting in preparing research materials, organizing files, proofreading, general office management and duties, assisting staff and Directors, as well as potential set work, if the opportunity arises. Candidates should be organized, personable, self-motivated, and have exceptional communication and time-management skills.
*In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, immunization of employees will be required upon widespread availability of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Finance
CohnReznick
Transaction Advisory Internship
CohnReznick currently has an exciting career opportunity as a Transaction Advisory (TAS) Summer Intern to help support our national practice. This will be a paid internship and will run from June – Aug/Sept.
CohnReznick currently has an exciting career opportunity as a Transaction Advisory (TAS) Summer Intern to help support our national practice. This will be a paid internship and will run from June – Aug/Sept.
If you are:
- A highly dedicated student with impressive credentials and driven by new challenges and growth opportunities;
- A team player who is interested in becoming immersed in various industries including branded Consumer, Technology, Healthcare, Manufacturing etc.
- Interested in working with Company Owners and founders;
- Looking for a work environment that values and promotes camaraderie, collaboration and giving back to the community.
Look ahead. Imagine more. And consider joining the CohnReznick team.
We offer:
- Endless opportunities to contribute to one of the largest professional services firm in the US
- A unique culture that values collaboration in everything we do
- A team of professionals driven by a sense of excellence, integrity, commitment to lifelong learning, respect for one another, adaptability, and making a difference
- A network of 2,700 professionals committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and giving back to the communities in which we live and work
- Varied career paths supported by strong professional development programs and resources
- A flexible work environment with competitive benefits
- As an Intern with CohnReznick, you will work on real engagements from start to finish. And don’t worry, we’ll teach you everything you need to know.
Transaction Advisory (TAS) Interns:
- Assist the team on all aspects of buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements deal (i.e. agenda writing, note taking, excel databook of analysis and key performance metrics).
- Assist with analyzing historical financial statements and evaluating operational trends to identify sustainable earnings for a variety of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, hospitality, branded consumer, technology, and healthcare.
- Evaluate financial models and underlying assumptions for reasonabless.
- Participate in client meetings.
- Assist team with daily client workflow.
Requirements
- Excellent organization and analytical skills;
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment;
- Interest in business, finance and accounting and working with owner-founder companies.
- Leadership positions in extracurricular activities are looked favorably upon, as well as work and internship experience
- Some computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
- This internship will run June 12 through August 18
CohnReznick is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include background check and credit check.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at CRaccommodation@cohnreznick.com.
Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Gideon Strategic Partners
Overview: Gideon Strategic Partners, like most successful investment advisory firms, follows a core satellite investment philosophy.
These fundamental principles guide the investment decisions we help our clients make:
- Investments are used to achieve long-term goals, while savings are used for short-term goals
- Asset allocation with diversification among stock, bond and other markets reduces risk
- Investors should know and understand how investments fit into their portfolios and why they own particular assets
- Minimizing investment costs is crucial for long-term success
- An investor’s primary decisions involve choosing a mix of assets to be held in a portfolio, not the selection of individual investments
- Risk is multi-dimensional; investors should weigh “shortfall risk”—the possibility that a portfolio may not meet long-term financial goals—against “market risk,”—the reality that returns may fluctuate
- Market-timing and performance-chasing are not part of a winning strategy
- Future long-term returns are expected to be very similar to historical returns for various asset classes and subclasses
Responsibilities:
- Run hypothetical portfolios for high net worth clients
- Run asset allocation analysis for current client accounts
- Develop spreadsheets to monitor and track client performance
- Analyze investment options and alternative investments for current prospective clients
- Build decks for new and existing clients
- Use our CRMs to file and track client/ prospect communication (Wealthbox, Pipedrive)
- Administrative duties
Requirements: See above
Roxbury Consultants
Mentor: Scott Diamond (current parent)
Summary: Roxbury Consultants is seeking an intern interested in learning about the duties, roles and responsibilities involved in the financial services industry. You will shadow a 25-year professional throughout the day and help handle projects as needed.
You can expect to learn about:
• The investment advisory field
• Financial solutions for business entities
• Advanced life insurance design
• Private capital fundraising
• Marketing
Summary: Roxbury Consultants is seeking an intern interested in learning about the duties, roles and responsibilities involved in the financial services industry. You will shadow a 25-year professional throughout the day and help handle projects as needed.
You can expect to learn about:
• The investment advisory field
• Financial solutions for business entities
• Advanced life insurance design
• Private capital fundraising
• Marketing
Additional learning opportunities include:
- attending sales training conference calls
- viewing training videos about wealth planning, and more.
Requirements: The candidate should have excellent communication skills both verbally and written; be familiar with Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Word and
PowerPoint; and be comfortable in a small, entrepreneurial work environment.
Hours: Flexible
Medicine
- Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
- Lilian Jensen
- Marc Cohen
- Robert Watkins Orthopedic Spine Surgery
- Shamsah Amersi, MD
- UCLA Otolaryngology / UCLA Head and Neck Surgery
- UCLA Summer Urban Health Fellowship
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Mentor: Dean M. Anselmo, MD (current parent)
Overview: The purpose of this internship is to provide an opportunity for volunteers to gain experience and exposure to a busy pediatric surgical practice.
Pediatric surgery is a subspecialized field, which is focused on general surgery of the infant and child. Pediatric surgery includes a variety of disease and encompasses all anatomic areas of the body including: abdominal surgery, thoracic (chest) surgery, complex congenital anomalies, childhood cancers and trauma, to name a few. The interns will be shadowing a pediatric surgeon in the outpatient setting during clinic hours where preoperative and postoperative patients are seen. There will also be opportunity to directly observe surgical procedures in an operating room. In these arenas, the interns will be observing direct patient care, workup, diagnosis and treatment of surgical diseases, and complex medical decision-making.
Additionally, interns will have opportunities to learn about common pediatric surgical diseases as well as the principles of surgical treatment options.
For interns who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine, there will be opportunities for mentorship and guidance to prepare for the path towards a career in medicine.
For interns who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine, there will be opportunities for mentorship and guidance to prepare for the path towards a career in medicine.
Responsibilities: This internship will likely be virtual but if possible, Interns will primarily have the opportunity to observe direct patient care in a busy pediatric surgery practice at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
# of Positions: two
Time Frame: June-August, Wednesday and Friday - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Eligibility: Must be at least 16 years old
Lilian Jensen
Medical Terminology Workshop: Learn the basics of medical terminology to help with courses in medical school, PA school, physical therapy, or occupational therapy school. An hour a week of study will be given as well as zoom sessions. Weekly zoom sessions for one hour per week. Weekly homework totaling three to four hours per week. Medical terminology text will be provided.
Suture workshop:
Rising Seniors or Alumni who are applying to medical school, PA school or veterinarian school with an intense drive to learn basic surgical or outpatient suturing skills necessary to close wounds. Practice kit will be given to perfect skills. Informational and hands on training will be provided. Covid permitting student will also be able to shadow me working as a Physician Assistant as well as my supervising Physician see consults, follow up visits as well as EMG/NCS studies and ultrasound guided trigger point injections and PRP injections.
Self Study: June 26-July 7
In-office shadowing: July 11, 18, 25
Suturing and medical terminology: July 19, 20, 26, 27
Marc Cohen
Internship Description:
The internship will provide students with exposure to the interface between psychiatry, medicine, and the law. Students will spend a half-day (3 hours) per week in the mental health court where they will observe psychiatric evaluations of defendants who are charged with a variety of crimes and whose competence to stand trial is at issue. Students may also have the opportunity to observe trial testimony by psychiatry experts, when available. Students will also spend one day (5-8 hours) per week in the psychiatric emergency room at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center, where they will observe evaluations and treatment of patients in an acute care setting. In the psychiatric emergency room, students will be exposed to a wide variety of acute psychopathology, including but not limited to alcohol and drug intoxication, mood disorders, and psychotic disorders. The internship will also offer students the option of touring the Twin Towers Correctional Facility (TTCF), the largest known jail mental health facility that is located in downtown Los Angeles.
Objectives:
At the end of the internship, students will have gained an appreciation and understanding of the following:
- The purpose of a competence to stand trial psychiatric examination
- The interface between psychiatry and the law
- The legal criteria used for involuntary acute psychiatric hospitalization
- The assessment of suicide risk
- Available mental health services in Los Angeles County (i.e., DMH, DHS, Department of Veterans Affairs).
Responsibilities:
Students will be observing psychiatric examinations and treatment of patients in an acute care facility as well as forensic examinations of defendants in a courtroom setting.
Schedule:
The internship requires a commitment of four consecutive weeks from June-to-July. Students are expected to spend 8-10 hours per week in the settings described above.
Eligibility:
Seniors and college-age alumni
Robert Watkins Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Overview: Dr. Robert G. Watkins, IV, is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital. He is the Chief of Staff of the hospital, creator of the Back Doctor app and podcast, and the spine consultant to the Dodgers, Rams, Clippers, Kings, and LAFC. His practice entails helping people decide the safest, least invasive, and most effective treatment for neck and back pain and pathology.
His areas of expertise include: minimally invasive surgery, artificial disc replacement, computer-guided surgery, and non-surgical options such as: injections and rehabilitation.
Students will get to experience the detective-work in figuring out the source of the problem, the decision-making in determining the best treatment, and the follow-up of outcome evaluation.
Responsibilities: A series of 4 weekly zoom lectures throughout the summer on Wednesdays from 6-7pm, and an opportunity to shadow Dr. Watkins one day during the summer.
Eligibility: rising Juniors/Seniors, college students
# of positions: 6
Shamsah Amersi, MD
Overview: Students who spend their summer with Dr. Shamsah Amersi will expect to have a memorable Summer. Dr. Amersi, mother to Jaden Amersi Anselmo (12th Grade) is ranked the top obstetrician/gynecologist in Los Angeles. She created Amersi MD to offer her patients a personalized, compassionate, integrative approach to health and wellness by combining advanced diagnostic and emerging medical alternative treatments to achieve optimal health and longevity. Dr. Amersi is a leading advocate for women through all journeys of their life, from adolescence, child birth, menopause and beyond. Her patients seek her care for hormone imbalances, chronic pain, infertility, pregnancy, and beyond.
Students will join Dr. Amersi in a Summer of caring for her patients. They will witness the miracles of childbirth, pregnancy and fertility evaluations. They will also witness the sadness that women experience along their life journey such as miscarriages, severe hormone imbalances and infertility. Students will learn about the art of compassion and healing and be given a rare insight into the life of an obstetrician/gynecologist.
Students will also learn about the importance of being your own boss and running a medical practice while simultaneously balancing work and life.
Responsibilities:
Due to the sensitive nature of her work, this internship is open to female students only. Interns will be directly observing Dr. Amersi in her private practice office in Santa Monica. They will also join her at Saint Johns Medical Center to observe childbirth, c-sections and surgeries.
Requirements:
10 hours a week—dates to be agreed upon Summer 2023; option to join Dr. Amersi during evenings if available for after-hours child birth.
10 hours a week—dates to be agreed upon Summer 2023; option to join Dr. Amersi during evenings if available for after-hours child birth.
UCLA Otolaryngology / UCLA Head and Neck Surgery
UCLA Head and Neck Surgery Research
Sponsor: Maie St. John, MD. PhD
Mentors: Yazeed Alhiyari, PhD
Overview:
A highly renowned surgeon, scientist and educator, Dr. St. John is Professor and Chair of Department of Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. St. John’s laboratory studies the mechanisms of tumor progression and metastasis in head and neck cancer and seeks to identify and study novel genes and pathways for future targeted therapies, while actively incorporating the results of their laboratory-based research into the development of novel therapeutics.
Sponsor: Maie St. John, MD. PhD
Mentors: Yazeed Alhiyari, PhD
Overview:
A highly renowned surgeon, scientist and educator, Dr. St. John is Professor and Chair of Department of Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. St. John’s laboratory studies the mechanisms of tumor progression and metastasis in head and neck cancer and seeks to identify and study novel genes and pathways for future targeted therapies, while actively incorporating the results of their laboratory-based research into the development of novel therapeutics.
Dr. St. John’s clinical expertise is in intraoperative tumor margin delineation in the resection and treatment of head and neck cancers. Her laboratory research is translational with a focus on improving therapies and outcomes for patients with head and neck cancer. In collaboration with the school of Engineering, Dr. St. John’s lab has built a camera that can see cancer cells intraoperatively in surgery so that tumors can be resected precisely. If world circumstances permit an in person rotation, the student will join in with tissue culture and hands on experiments. If it will be a virtual rotation, students will be guided into a deep study of cutting edge scientific articles relevant to translational research within head and neck cancer. Students will be expected to read articles, ask questions, attend mentorship sessions and make a presentation at the conclusion of the internship given their understanding of the research material.
Throughout the internship students will attend scheduled zoom meetings in which they will get to interact and learn from researchers at various levels within their careers (Medical Residents, Staff scientists, and graduate students).
Responsibilities:
Volunteer Interns will work in person or virtually (depending on world circumstances) with a senior mentor either hands on in the lab or via regular zoom meetings. Students will be assigned research project to present on at the end of the experience.
Requirements:
Participants must have completed multiple science courses including AP/Honors Biology and Chemistry, have a strong interest in medicine and research, and proven self-starting skills.
Time Frame:
Three-week period during the summer.
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility:
Rising Juniors and Seniors.
Responsibilities:
Volunteer Interns will work in person or virtually (depending on world circumstances) with a senior mentor either hands on in the lab or via regular zoom meetings. Students will be assigned research project to present on at the end of the experience.
Requirements:
Participants must have completed multiple science courses including AP/Honors Biology and Chemistry, have a strong interest in medicine and research, and proven self-starting skills.
Time Frame:
Three-week period during the summer.
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility:
Rising Juniors and Seniors.
Minimum age is 16 years old.
UCLA Summer Urban Health Fellowship
Harbor-UCLA Summer Urban Health Fellowship
Mentor: Jyoti Puvvula MD MPH
Overview: This is a six-week pipeline program that aims to introduce students to the health professions, community health, structural racism and health disparities along with providing tools to conduct social justice advocacy and promote health equity in our marginalized communities.
Program components include:
MENTORING: Multi-level mentoring among physicians, medical students, premedical undergraduates and high school students. Form lasting relationships that will guide and encourage our youth towards community leadership and higher education.
PUBLIC HEALTH/ SOCIAL JUSTICE & ANTI-RACISM CURRICULUM: Workshops, field trips & seminars to understand the issues facing our marginalized communities
COMMUNITY BASED PARTICIPATORY RESEARCH: Research will focus on the impact of COVID on our communities and vaccine hesitancy.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH: Students will facilitate health education workshops on health promotion and prevention to community members and youth. They will also help staff the Harbor-UCLA Food Pharmacy to provide food and PPE to patients and the community.
CLINICAL PRECEPTORSHIP: Students shadow health professionals working at safety net clinics.
HEALTH SUMMIT: All components are brought together at the end of the program when students present and make recommendations to local, state and federal health leaders at our annual health summit.
Application Deadline: March 31, 2023
Fellowship dates: June 20 - July 28, 2023
Location: Our program will most likely be hosted on the Gardena High School campus which is 15 miles south of the Windward campus.
Time Commitment: Full-time with some optional weekend and evening commitments.
If interested, please apply using the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdudv1dwLJK9_OyCdVE2_GCKkb6JetKYzR6x6WEEGtWJJEv8A/viewform
If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at: harborucla.suhf.coordinators@gmail.com
STEAM
- Bluestone Health
- Boeing
- Jenn Feldman Designs
- Norton LifeLock
- Reav General Building Contractors, Inc.
- SmartSoft
Bluestone Health
Overview: We become our clients healthcare system. Bluestone Health is focused on the creation of novel health ecosystems for Native American tribes and business entities around the country. We assist our clients in all other services ranging from concierge care, telemedicine, diagnostic testing, Rx, and more.
Responsibilities: As a Bluestone Health intern, you will be joining the Technology and Design team. This team is focused on analyzing the needs of users and stakeholders and building systems and products to support them -- custom clinical platform, admin dashboard, user web app, posters, website, and more. As a rapidly growing company, needs are evolving on a monthly, weekly, and daily basis. As such, we're looking for someone who shares our interests and is comfortable wearing different hats as needed during this extreme period of growth and expansion.
Requirements: If you're hard-working, detail oriented, a creative problem solver, and interested in technology, UI/UX design, and/or graphic design, there is a place for you at Bluestone Health.
Time Frame: Flexible
We will work together to determine your work days and hours.
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Anyone who meets the above criteria
Responsibilities: As a Bluestone Health intern, you will be joining the Technology and Design team. This team is focused on analyzing the needs of users and stakeholders and building systems and products to support them -- custom clinical platform, admin dashboard, user web app, posters, website, and more. As a rapidly growing company, needs are evolving on a monthly, weekly, and daily basis. As such, we're looking for someone who shares our interests and is comfortable wearing different hats as needed during this extreme period of growth and expansion.
Requirements: If you're hard-working, detail oriented, a creative problem solver, and interested in technology, UI/UX design, and/or graphic design, there is a place for you at Bluestone Health.
Time Frame: Flexible
We will work together to determine your work days and hours.
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Anyone who meets the above criteria
Boeing
Overview: Boeing offers a summer program that pairs Boeing role models with top high school students to provide experience and increases exposure to STEM.
Responsibilities: Students will have learning opportunities for technical skill-building, networking, and presentation skills through special projects, training or other assignments.
# of Positions: 3-5
Eligibility: Open to rising Seniors.
Jenn Feldman Designs
Mentor: Jenn Feldman
Jenn Feldman Designs (JFD) is a Los Angeles-based interior design studio committed to creating sophisticated, timeless, bespoke interiors by bringing an unparalleled level of detail, service and aesthetic integrity to each and every project. From the onset of the creative process through the final touches of our seamless installations, JFD is dedicated to our clients throughout the entire scope of the project, large or small. Our team’s passion for design is one of the main ingredients to our firm’s success. We believe that when you love what you do, it shows.
We are looking for a Summer 2023 Intern to join our team. JFD Internship Roles & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- JFD full team integration
- JFD internal design coordination
- JFD office management, orders, supplies
- JFD library - organization & filing
- JFD pick ups/drop offs
- JFD social media support
We are flexible on days, ideally Tues, Wed, Thursday 10 - 4 would be a starting point.
Norton LifeLock
Norton LifeLock
Overview: Symantec was founded in 1982, and Symantec and Norton software today protect more than 100 million systems from the largest enterprise data centers, to critical government systems, to laptops and mobile devices used by consumers.
Overview: Symantec was founded in 1982, and Symantec and Norton software today protect more than 100 million systems from the largest enterprise data centers, to critical government systems, to laptops and mobile devices used by consumers.
Job Description:
Interns will learn to apply sound engineering and design concepts to commercial software development to help enhance the position of Symantec and Norton as global leaders in cyber security software.
Interns will learn to apply sound engineering and design concepts to commercial software development to help enhance the position of Symantec and Norton as global leaders in cyber security software.
Job Requirements
- Enrolled in a college or university degree program or rising Senior at Windward
- Some proficiency in any of C/C++, Python, Java
- Understanding of object-oriented design principles a strong plus
- Familiarity with common algorithms and data structures a strong plus
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing projects and requirements
Time Frame: Six to 10 Weeks
# of Positions: One
Eligibility: College students and rising Seniors at Windward
Roles and Responsibilities will be varied and would include:
- Work on various real time protection technologies to block malicious software, stop network-based threats, and protect against cloud-based attacks
- Research emerging opportunities in the cyber threat landscape, including opportunities to leverage machine learning and big data techniques to solve complex security problems
- Develop new test and process automation to allow us to react to changes in the threat landscape even more quickly
Reav General Building Contractors, Inc.
Mentor: Adam Finkel (current parent)
Overview: Reav General Building Contractors, Inc. is a General Contracting Company building residential and commercial projects on Los Angeles’ Westside. Out of our full-service woodshop, we provide Millwork and Custom Cabinetry for luxury homes locally and to projects in the Big Sur/Carmel area.
Summer 2023, RGBC will be working on single and multi-family residential
homes in Santa Monica and Playa Del Rey, and assorted millwork projects in our Inglewood, CA Woodshop.
RGBC is excited to offer Student Internship in Construction Management, with an
introduction to Building and Woodworking Techniques.
introduction to Building and Woodworking Techniques.
Responsibilities: The intern seeking experience in Construction Management can attend construction meetings for projects for exposure to all aspects of project
delivery; the intern seeking exposure to Construction Techniques and Carpentry best practices can shadow a job supervisor or woodshop manager; the intern seeking experience with hard labor can learn how to use a pick and shovel. Supervision and Snacks provided.
delivery; the intern seeking exposure to Construction Techniques and Carpentry best practices can shadow a job supervisor or woodshop manager; the intern seeking experience with hard labor can learn how to use a pick and shovel. Supervision and Snacks provided.
Requirements: This internship is open to individuals with excellent
communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills, enthusiastic about exploring all facets of the construction environment from design through completion. Some computer literacy, studio art background, or hands-on “maker
space” experience is preferred.
Successful candidates will arrange 40-hour minimum commitment to attend on-site or workshop hours, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8am-3:30pm.
communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills, enthusiastic about exploring all facets of the construction environment from design through completion. Some computer literacy, studio art background, or hands-on “maker
space” experience is preferred.
Successful candidates will arrange 40-hour minimum commitment to attend on-site or workshop hours, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8am-3:30pm.
Available Late Spring and Summer 2023.
SmartSoft
Mentor: Anitra Tarpey (current parent)
Summary: SmartSoft is seeking an intern interested in learning about the duties, roles and responsibilities involved in the software development area of the technology industry. SmartSoft has been a provider of print management and data quality software for over 25 years. We provide SAAS, on-premise and enterprise-level solutions for address correction, postal discounts, and print workflow automation, in the United States and Canada. Our customers are Fortune 500 companies, small to medium sized businesses, government agencies, financial institutions, not-for-profit organizations, major online retailers and a whole host of other businesses that rely on us for their data quality needs.
You will have the opportunity to be a junior member of the software development team. You will not be doing any coding but experience and/or interest in writing code will definitely be helpful. You can expect to learn about:
• The B2B software business
• Product management for software products. You will learn how to use JIRA to manage a project.
• The software development process and life cycle. You will attend software development meetings, update the Development Roadmap and contribute to writing Business
Summary: SmartSoft is seeking an intern interested in learning about the duties, roles and responsibilities involved in the software development area of the technology industry. SmartSoft has been a provider of print management and data quality software for over 25 years. We provide SAAS, on-premise and enterprise-level solutions for address correction, postal discounts, and print workflow automation, in the United States and Canada. Our customers are Fortune 500 companies, small to medium sized businesses, government agencies, financial institutions, not-for-profit organizations, major online retailers and a whole host of other businesses that rely on us for their data quality needs.
You will have the opportunity to be a junior member of the software development team. You will not be doing any coding but experience and/or interest in writing code will definitely be helpful. You can expect to learn about:
• The B2B software business
• Product management for software products. You will learn how to use JIRA to manage a project.
• The software development process and life cycle. You will attend software development meetings, update the Development Roadmap and contribute to writing Business
Requirements Documents. You will learn about SAAS, desktop and on-premise software products.
• Working across teams
• Working across teams
Requirements: The candidate should have a strong interest in software development/engineering. They should also have excellent communication skills both verbally and written, be familiar with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and be comfortable in a small, entrepreneurial work environment.
This is a paid internship and will last for 3-4 weeks.
This is a paid internship and will last for 3-4 weeks.
Position: Development Intern (Summer)
Location: Los Angeles, CA
This is a paid internship and will last 3-4 weeks.
Lifestyle, Fashion, Food
Haney
Mentor: Mary Alice Haney
Fashion designer, celebrity stylist, costume designer, TV host, producer, and mother of five, Mary Alice Haney is a multi-hyphenate who has been responsible for some of the most iconic red carpet moments in Hollywood over the last twenty years.
Growing up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Mary Alice was always a visual artist who, at an early age, discovered her two greatest passions: fashion and film. While attending Parsons School of Design in Paris, she worked for Haper's Bazaar, then earned an MFA in film studies from the American Film Institute, where she studied costume/production design. Mary Alice then became the West Coast editor for GQ, ALLURE, Marie Claire and Domino Magazine. Her experience laid the ground work for what would soon become a groundbreaking career in both the fashion and entertainment industries.
In 2013 after years as a celebrity stylist and fashion editor, Mary Alice launched HANEY, a luxury ready-to-wear label, based in downtown Los Angeles, with a clear mission: to bring Hollywood sensibility to every woman. Mary Alice's signature style is a sophisticated sexiness that exudes luxury and confidence and enhances and flatters the figure with impeccable tailoring, luxurious fabrics and luxe embellishments. She has designed dresses that are red carpet - glamorous but still easy and relaxed. Celebrity clientele include Reese Witherspoon, Emily Ratajkowski, Chrissy Teigen, Kate Hudson, Gal Gadot, Scarlett Johannson, Heidi Klum, Jessica Biel, Suki Waterhouse, Karolina Kurkova, Jane Fonda, and Taylor Swift.
Launched by Net-A-Porter, the collection was available at select retailers including Net-A-Porter, Intermix, Shopbop, Neiman Marcus, Saks, FWRD by Elyse Walker, Browns, Nordstrom and online at Shophaney.com. She has worked on collaborations with Escada, Le Catch and Amazon. Most, recently, Mary Alice has moved into producing and costume designing for film and TV.
Intern
This internship will provide valuable experience for a student to develop experience in both the entertainment and fashion industry. The intern will assist Mary Alice and support her in her creative development for the various tv shows she is producing and designing costumes for.
Responsibilities:
● 5-10 hours per week (2-3 days)
● Assist in organizing writers’ lists
● Creating visual decks to help in pitch new ideas
● Research new intellectual property (books, articles, etc) for any current or future shows
● Assist with meeting preparation
● Assist with social media management (Instagram)
Preferred Qualifications:
● Student has a car and drivers license
● High sense of responsibility and confidentiality
● Interest in entertainment and fashion industry
● Ability to receive constructive feedback
● Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Olive & June
Responsibilities/Requirements:
Olive & June believes in beautiful nails for everyone and bringing the salon experience and salon-perfect nails accessible everywhere. We're looking for enthusiastic, amazing humans excited about all things social media. This role will work across all our social media platforms, helping to support content planning and creation, partnerships, data analytics, community outreach and more across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.
Olive & June believes in beautiful nails for everyone and bringing the salon experience and salon-perfect nails accessible everywhere. We're looking for enthusiastic, amazing humans excited about all things social media. This role will work across all our social media platforms, helping to support content planning and creation, partnerships, data analytics, community outreach and more across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.
# of Positions: 1-2
Taste of Nature
Intern Description
We are looking for an intern for who will serve as a Jr. Social Media Coordinator. Intern will assist in the development and execution of creative content for social campaigns and day-to-day initiatives across social channels. Identify social media trends and uncover untapped opportunities that will deliver measurable results.
Responsibilities:
We are looking for an intern for who will serve as a Jr. Social Media Coordinator. Intern will assist in the development and execution of creative content for social campaigns and day-to-day initiatives across social channels. Identify social media trends and uncover untapped opportunities that will deliver measurable results.
Responsibilities:
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Assist with development of innovative social content and campaign ideas that achieve marketing goals
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Craft and curate visual assets that are built with specific social platforms in mind
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Stay current and educated on platform updates and new social media opportunities to reach our audience
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Research and understand how competitors use social media marketing
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Assist in social media management and engagement across all platforms
Qualifications:
- Understand the workings of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn and can create campaigns using them
- Ability to anticipate roadblocks and come up with alternative solutions quickly
- Ability to take creative feedback and build on it
- Strong aesthetic sense and an eye for specific art direction and photography
Minimum Requirements:
- Have a stellar attitude and ready to “give it your all”
- Some experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, or other Adobe programs
- Some experience in photography or videography
- Proficient in today’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn)
- Creative mind
Art, Photography, Music
Craft Contemporary Museum
About: Founded as a museum in 1973, Craft Contemporary reveals the potential of craft to educate, captivate, provoke, and empower. With a focus on contemporary art made from craft media and processes, Craft Contemporary presents dynamic exhibitions by established and emerging artists and designers who are often underrepresented in larger art institutions. Craft Contemporary complements these exhibitions with a creative line-up of educational programs, including hands-on workshops led by professional artists. Craft Contemporary cultivates an environment for people in Los Angeles to deepen their relationship to art, creativity, and one another.
Responsibilities: This is a general internship where the intern will be asked to serve in a variety of positions including the front desk, social media assistance and workshop assistance. The intern will report to Billie Rae Vinson, Director of School and Family Programs who will manage their schedule depending on the intern’s availability.
Successful candidates will have excellent written and oral communication skills, research experience, an entrepreneurial spirit, and an interest in craft and contemporary art.
Term: Availability on Tuesdays, possibly one other weekday, and occasional availability on Thursday evenings and weekends.
Roger Fishman Photography
Mentor: Roger Fishman Overview: Based in Los Angeles, Roger Fishman is an artist and adventurer. And he has created the largest fine art collection of Greenland and has photographed and filmed some of the most remote parts of Mother Earth. This includes Greenland, Iceland, Antarctica, Kenya, DRC, Namibia and many more places.
Roger is now focused on aerial photography and filmmaking. Which means that he flies around these remote countries in a helicopter with his pilot, capturing moments of our ever transforming planet. Roger and his colleague Melissa also collaborate with a wide range of scientists from MIT, Brown, U of Buffalo, UCLA and more. They also collaborate with a wide range of environmental non-profits such as Conservation International, NRDC and Oceana from a science and art perspective. They also fuse art forms by creating original videos that take Roger’s art work and combine them with amazingly talented musical artists.
Responsibilities: The intern(s) will be working remotely, using their creativity and skills to photoshop and video edit art. Other tasks may be assigned as well.
Start-Ups
Brittney Castro, Inc.
Overview: Brittney Castro, Inc. focuses on creating fun and engaging financial literacy content through video marketing, brand partnerships, and speaking engagements.
Job Description: The Marketing Intern is responsible for creating social media graphics and content to post regularly on social media platforms to drive customer engagement and brand recognition.
Length of term: three months
Start Date- June 2022
End Date- pending Time
Job Description: The Marketing Intern is responsible for creating social media graphics and content to post regularly on social media platforms to drive customer engagement and brand recognition.
Length of term: three months
Start Date- June 2022
End Date- pending Time
Tantos
eattantos.com
Overview: This summer-long internship is for a student who is eager to learn about what it takes to be an entrepreneur and grow a startup in the food industry. You will be focused on helping the two co-founders on many facets including sales, marketing, website, and operations. Your work will directly affect the business, and you will take on meaningful responsibilities. We have a very hands-on approach here, and it will be an action-packed summer!
Responsibilities: Assisting the Co-Founder with sales, marketing, and business development
Requirements: Go-getter attitude, hard-working, focused, self motivated, and eager to learn about building and growing a business.
Time Frame: Summer
# of Positions: 1-2
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and up, college students
Non-Profit/Leadership
- Echo Horizon STEAM Summer Camp
- Holocaust Museum Los Angeles
- Inner City Law Center
- JA SoCal
- JVS SoCal
- Play 2 Progress
- Triple Threat Youth Basketball
- Wags & Walks
Echo Horizon STEAM Summer Camp
Holocaust Museum Los Angeles
Holocaust Museum LA High School Internship Program offers opportunities for high school students to connect with history, arts, museum work, education, and mentors to develop professional skills, connect, and gain experience. Teens will sharpen their professional and leadership skills, contribute to the Museum field, and gain valuable insight.
Applicants must be entering 9th-12th grade. The High School Internship will run in-person, Monday-Thursday for 4 weeks beginning June 26, 2023. Class credit available.
Deadline to apply is Friday, March 17, 2023
Inner City Law Center
Overview: Inner City Law Center is a nonprofit poverty-law firm serving the poorest and most vulnerable residents of Los Angeles. With generous support from donors, foundations, and dedicated volunteers, ICLC’s diverse and talented staff fights for justice for individuals experiencing homelessness, low-income tenants, working-poor families, immigrants, people living with HIV/AIDS or other disabilities, and homeless veterans.
Responsibilities: ICLC is looking for a student interested in spending their summer with our Homeful.LA program, which connects Angelenos interested in addressing our Country’s housing crisis with service and policy-based solutions. The intern will help coordinate volunteer opportunities for community members and keep them apprised of policy initiatives. They will also assist with social media, collaborate with volunteers and partner nonprofits, help draft written pieces about housing and homelessness, and help organize donation drives and service day projects.
Eligibility: College students
JA SoCal
About JA of Southern California
Junior Achievement of Southern California (JA SoCal) is a non-profit organization that provides financial literacy, career readiness and entrepreneurship education to K-12 students, empowering them to succeed. JA SoCal is headquartered in Los Angeles and is part of a national network of JA non-profit offices around the country. We train volunteers to teach JA lessons to students in their classrooms (in person or virtually). JA lessons teach students about how to manage money, how to plan wisely for their future careers and success, and how to think like an entrepreneur. Our program team will be supporting JA classes with approximately 20,000 students this school year, including virtual and in-person learning experiences.
Junior Achievement of Southern California (JA SoCal) is a non-profit organization that provides financial literacy, career readiness and entrepreneurship education to K-12 students, empowering them to succeed. JA SoCal is headquartered in Los Angeles and is part of a national network of JA non-profit offices around the country. We train volunteers to teach JA lessons to students in their classrooms (in person or virtually). JA lessons teach students about how to manage money, how to plan wisely for their future careers and success, and how to think like an entrepreneur. Our program team will be supporting JA classes with approximately 20,000 students this school year, including virtual and in-person learning experiences.
Job Description
The Development Intern works with a small team that is responsible for all fundraising, special events, marketing and communications for our organization. The Development Intern will work closely with the team members to provide much needed support assistance in our local funder research, organization and filing of marketing materials, marketing media and resources, assistance with preparation for specific event and specific funder outreach as needed, preparation for upcoming special events, editing and replicating graphic outreach materials as intern skills permit, and other organizational projects as needed.
The Development Intern works with a small team that is responsible for all fundraising, special events, marketing and communications for our organization. The Development Intern will work closely with the team members to provide much needed support assistance in our local funder research, organization and filing of marketing materials, marketing media and resources, assistance with preparation for specific event and specific funder outreach as needed, preparation for upcoming special events, editing and replicating graphic outreach materials as intern skills permit, and other organizational projects as needed.
The Development Intern needs to be a self-starter with strong communication skills, able to work efficiently while paying close attention to detail. This person is able to flourish in a fast- paced environment. Strong note-taking, excel and organizational skills are critical. Ability to use Canva is an additional bonus but not required.
Specific Responsibilities
· Assists with organizational effort to catalogue and curate our own internal marketing materials and assets, including source photos, different versions of completed outreach materials, and other.
· Assists with research of new potential funders as directed, and collection of internal funder history data as preparation for internal development meetings.
· May assist with some editing and graphic design of marketing materials depending on organizational need during the internship period and the skills and interest of the Development Intern.
· Files and stores documents and other resources on the cloud.
· Assist with adding notes/entries into fundraising database as requested.
· Maintains Excel and Google spreadsheets with notes and progress, updates our database as requested.
· Assists with the preparations and support for student visits to program facility. Student program experiences at on-site facility are expected to be minimal, if any, during the internship period, but the Development Intern will be asked to assist for any events that are scheduled during that time period.
· Participates in regular team meetings, for All-Staff and for Advancement/ Development team.
· Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as required Qualifications.
· Excel expertise, computer literacy is required.
· Filing skills (physical and digital).
· Accurate, organized, and detail oriented.
· Excellent people and communication skills.
· Self-motivated individual that can work independently and effectively with team members. Ability to learn quickly.
· Problem solving skills – data collecting, analyzing, recommending.
· Willingness to commute to office at a minimum a few (set) days a week.
· Ability to work remotely when needed, including: Access to reliable internet and personal computer set-up at home in which Development Intern is able to engage in regular work, phone calls, virtual meetings reliably and freely at home on some days, without disturbing others or being disturbed (within reason).
· Assists with organizational effort to catalogue and curate our own internal marketing materials and assets, including source photos, different versions of completed outreach materials, and other.
· Assists with research of new potential funders as directed, and collection of internal funder history data as preparation for internal development meetings.
· May assist with some editing and graphic design of marketing materials depending on organizational need during the internship period and the skills and interest of the Development Intern.
· Files and stores documents and other resources on the cloud.
· Assist with adding notes/entries into fundraising database as requested.
· Maintains Excel and Google spreadsheets with notes and progress, updates our database as requested.
· Assists with the preparations and support for student visits to program facility. Student program experiences at on-site facility are expected to be minimal, if any, during the internship period, but the Development Intern will be asked to assist for any events that are scheduled during that time period.
· Participates in regular team meetings, for All-Staff and for Advancement/ Development team.
· Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as required Qualifications.
· Excel expertise, computer literacy is required.
· Filing skills (physical and digital).
· Accurate, organized, and detail oriented.
· Excellent people and communication skills.
· Self-motivated individual that can work independently and effectively with team members. Ability to learn quickly.
· Problem solving skills – data collecting, analyzing, recommending.
· Willingness to commute to office at a minimum a few (set) days a week.
· Ability to work remotely when needed, including: Access to reliable internet and personal computer set-up at home in which Development Intern is able to engage in regular work, phone calls, virtual meetings reliably and freely at home on some days, without disturbing others or being disturbed (within reason).
Our normal work week is Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m- 5 p.m.; however, there may be certain times in the summer season with special summer accommodations.
COVID-19 Considerations
In an effort to protect the health and well-being of our employees, we have implemented best practices for ensuring social distancing and a clean and safe work environment. Staff are currently working remotely from home several days a week and in the office several days a week. While we are not yet certain of the extent of COVID conditions that will be impacting our staff arrangements during the summer internship period, it is likely a hybrid expectation will still be in effect.
JA SoCal is committed to a diverse staff and to a culture that holds equity as a value and a priority.
JA SoCal welcomes applicants who bring a variety of perspectives, experiences, and competencies. People of color, women, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ persons are strongly encouraged to apply. JA SoCal is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.
This is a paid internship
JVS SoCal
Overview: Founded in 1931 in the midst of the Great Depression, the legacy of today’s JVS SoCal began with a single desk in a Bunker Hill office in downtown Los Angeles, serving job seekers who were struggling to survive amid overt workplace discrimination. Eight decades later, the agency is a recognized regional leader in the field of workforce development, offering a broad range of innovative programs to 50,000 individuals each year and advocating on issues of public policy that impact the people we service.
Responsibilities: Job Description and Duties: JVS SoCal is expanding its partnerships with corporations with a goal of both adding new corporate partners and deepening our existing partners. These partnerships can participate in our programs as employers of the people we serve and provide funding for our programs. Our intern will report to the Director of Marketing and Communications.
Compensation: Prevailing minimum wage now at $13.25 an hour.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Will work in an office environment with the exception of attendance of our events, industry events, and/or partner events. Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Will work in an office environment with the exception of attendance of our events, industry events, and/or partner events. Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
Education/Certification/Licensure
• High School diploma and currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program ideally in business or the nonprofit sector.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office-Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• High School diploma and currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program ideally in business or the nonprofit sector.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office-Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Play 2 Progress
Overview:
We are founded under 3 core beliefs:
We are founded under 3 core beliefs:
applying the science of child development can give all kids a boost
Every child (and every family!) has differences to celebrate and strengths to embrace. At Play 2 Progress, we apply a deep understanding of the science of child development to help kids thrive in all areas of their lives. It could mean improving motor planning and coordination (sometimes tantrums happen when something is just too tough!), building the skills to manage big feelings and be in control of little bodies, or even teaching new moms to play with their babies in ways that boost physical development and promote cognitive learning.
play is the foundation of development
Play is at the core of child development, providing children with an array of learning opportunities. At Play 2 Progress, we create both individualized and group enrichment opportunities in a nurturing, safe, and fun environment where children can flourish. Individual sessions are custom-designed to help kids reach their unique learning goals through effective programs disguised as play sessions. Group sessions are also custom-designed for learning goals – and the group provides opportunities to teach children how to respond to emotions, work effectively in a team, communicate needs and build friendships.
it takes a village
At Play 2 Progress, we support parental goals by creating a shared vision between all members of a child's support network. With open lines of communication between families, teachers, and coaches, we are able to see a complete picture of each child – and to provide consistent support by helping the whole network use tools that enrich the child's development.
Our Story
Play 2 Progress all started with a simple idea.
Allie was finishing her occupational therapy clinicals in Chicago (while living on her best friend's couch) when she came home one day frustrated with the quality of toys available on the market to use in her sessions. There had to be a way to fix it.
It was an exciting idea, but she wasn't quite ready for it - yet. Allie finished her doctorate and began her work as an OT. Not too much later, another problem emerged – parents did not truly understand the science of development. When parenting was new or unexpected, it was scary; it was hard to know where to turn and – too often – the places parents turn are hard-to-understand, overly rigid, or even shaming. She also realized that parents didn't understand what sensory play really was or why it is so important for a child to engage their sensory system starting young.
Allie, who was always the out of the box thinker, wanted to do something more - and after a few serendipitous events, Play 2 Progress was finally born. And of course, Allie never forgot about the toy that first sparked the idea, and P2P’s sustainable and development-based toy line launched just a few years after the P2P doors first opened.
As we build P2P, our guiding light is always to go back to creating an environment that we’d want to raise our own kids within - a place where kids learn and grow through the simple beauty of play, where knowledge empowers and never shames, where parents feel seen, where we honor our kids’ feelings while also acknowledging our own. We are a whole community, and our mission is to help guide families on the messy, beautiful, scary, perfect journey through childhood – because it is a journey and, like any good journey, it will have highs and lows. P2P is here through it all.
Watching Play 2 Progress transform from just a small idea to what it is now has truly been the biggest blessing. It’s truly our privilege to have even a small part in your family’s journey.
Opportunities: Play 2 Progress holds a series of summer camps at their West Hollywood and Studio City locations. Please visit their website at https://play2progress.com/collections/west-hollywood-camps to read the descriptions and date ranges and indicate on the Windward application which camp and date/location you are interested in and why.
Triple Threat Youth Basketball
Triple Threat Youth Basketball is a non-profit whose mission is to empower kids to become better players, better teammates, and better people through a nurturing, yet competitive environment, developing \athletes into high-level HS and College basketball players with opportunities that transcend basketball.
Responsibilities:
-planning and execution of instagram and tiktok content
-capturing photos and videos during practices and games-editing photos, videos, reels, and more
-managing social media accounts
-tracking and supporting influencer campaigns
-planning and execution of instagram and tiktok content
-capturing photos and videos during practices and games-editing photos, videos, reels, and more
-managing social media accounts
-tracking and supporting influencer campaigns
Qualifications:
-rising juniors and above may apply
-knowledgeable of social media platforms
-appreciation for basketball and trends
-rising juniors and above may apply
-knowledgeable of social media platforms
-appreciation for basketball and trends
*This organization is looking for an intern to start NOW with the possibility of continuing through the summer
# of interns: 1 or 2
This is a paid internship
Wags & Walks
About: Wags & Walks was founded in 2011 by Lesley Brog who was devastated by the number of innocent dogs being euthanized in LA shelters due to overcrowding. Wags & Walks’ main goal is to break the stigma around rescue dogs and decrease the number of dogs euthanized in local shelters by proving that you can rescue wonderful dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
Since 2011, Wags & Walks has collectively saved more than 9,000 dogs. Our impact comes as a result of our dedicated team and a strong network of partners, incredible alumni, and loyal supporters that deeply believe in our mission. We are incredibly grateful for the way our community embraces our teams and our dogs. With your help, we can save so many more.
Onsite Contacts - Emily Bennington , Selena Schwartz , Tiffany Sgueglia
Position: Rescue Advocate + Outreach Intern
Eligibility: Age 16+, must have reliable transportation
Location:
Wags and Walks Adoption Center, West Los Angeles (2236 Federal Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064) and various local events
Mission: Wags and Walks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a dedicated community of dog lovers working to reduce euthanasia in local shelters and increase awareness of rescue dogs being wonderful pets.
Job Description:
Interns will have the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of rescue by collaborating with our team of dog loving staff and volunteers at our adoption center in West Los Angeles. Students will learn the basics of nonprofit operations, volunteer management and rescue dog handling before supporting the development team with education and outreach efforts. Activities will
include supporting event production, community engagement, direct supporter outreach, and social media content creation. As a final project interns will be responsible for finding, coordinating and educating a community group about the importance of dog rescue organizations and the impact of Wags and Walks.
You must be comfortable working with and interacting with dogs of all sizes. Passion and ability to speak in public about our mission and impact and most importantly excited about helping these amazing pups find their forever homes.
Responsibilities:
-Assisting with event production
-Research and coordination of outreach efforts
-Presenting to targeted groups
-Measure engagement with Wags and Walks from events and outreach efforts
-Creating social media content
-Engaging with volunteers
-Writing website/instagram bios for new dogs
Hours/Dates: 10 hour per week for 4-6 weeks, Summer 2023
Sustainability
Climate Action Santa Monica
About: Since 2016, Climate Action Santa Monica’s Climate Corps have engaged in local climate action for an informative, fun and empowering summer confronting the global climate emergency.
Responsibilities:
In collaboration with the City of Santa Monica, Climate Corps learn about and have real-world
experiences in:
experiences in:
-causes and impacts of climate change
-local sustainability policies and programs
-communicating feedback to leaders.
-engaging with and educating the community on sustainability issues.
-local sustainability policies and programs
-communicating feedback to leaders.
-engaging with and educating the community on sustainability issues.
Climate Corps members who complete the program are eligible
to earn a $300 honorarium.
to earn a $300 honorarium.
Returning Corps can apply as team leaders.
Afternoon meetings (9 hours/week) are compatible with summer school.
Dates: June 19 - July 21, 2023
Eligibility: Ages 15-21
RGC Coffee
Overview:
RGC Coffee is a family-owned and operated importer of high-quality green coffee. With more than 50 years of experience, we have become a trusted, globally recognized company commitment to sustainability and trading coffee with added value.
We aim to uplift the communities, businesses, and ecosystems that make coffee flourish by continuously seeking new and innovative ways to improve upon how coffee is brought to market. Our expertise in trading enables us to work collaboratively with roasters, brands, and coffee suppliers to develop resilient supply chains that generate shared value.
RGC Coffee is a family-owned and operated importer of high-quality green coffee. With more than 50 years of experience, we have become a trusted, globally recognized company commitment to sustainability and trading coffee with added value.
We aim to uplift the communities, businesses, and ecosystems that make coffee flourish by continuously seeking new and innovative ways to improve upon how coffee is brought to market. Our expertise in trading enables us to work collaboratively with roasters, brands, and coffee suppliers to develop resilient supply chains that generate shared value.
To ensure our efforts deliver real impact, we work directly with farmers, farmworkers, and families to implement community projects designed to foster long-term prosperity. By investing in technical assistance, infrastructure improvements, and capacity building initiatives, RGC Coffee is harnessing trade to secure the future supply of high-quality, specialty coffee.
Responsibilities:
RGC Coffee is seeking a Science Communication Intern to support our Corporate Journey to Net Zero. During the internship, the student will work closely with the Sustainable Sales Director to set and promote science-based GHG reduction targets through the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) Climate Hub.
The internship will consist of two primary responsibilities:
1) To learn and effectively communicate how small and medium-sized companies can join and set science-based emission reduction targets by:
a. By reviewing the Beginners Guide to Emission Reporting, reading the Foundations For Science-Based Net-Zero Target Setting In The Corporate Sector, and participating in the UN Global Compact Academy E-learning Course on Setting Science-Based Targets to Achieve Net-Zero
b. Learning about the SME Climate Commitment, the minimum criteria required for participation in the Race to Zero campaign, and how businesses can develop a climate action strategy by reading the The 1.5°C Business Playbook
c. And becoming an expert on the Science Based Targets initiative by reading the SBTi Corporate Manual
2) To help promote RGC’s commitment to Net-Zero and setting science-based targets by:
a. Developing written and visual communication material for internal and external use
b. Supporting the development and creation of a Community Educational Event in which RGC will support and offer educational workshops and seminars to the public. The goal of the event will be to connect with the broader community and raise awareness regarding the importance of utilizing a science-based approach to address and mitigate the effects of climate change.
Responsibilities:
RGC Coffee is seeking a Science Communication Intern to support our Corporate Journey to Net Zero. During the internship, the student will work closely with the Sustainable Sales Director to set and promote science-based GHG reduction targets through the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) Climate Hub.
The internship will consist of two primary responsibilities:
1) To learn and effectively communicate how small and medium-sized companies can join and set science-based emission reduction targets by:
a. By reviewing the Beginners Guide to Emission Reporting, reading the Foundations For Science-Based Net-Zero Target Setting In The Corporate Sector, and participating in the UN Global Compact Academy E-learning Course on Setting Science-Based Targets to Achieve Net-Zero
b. Learning about the SME Climate Commitment, the minimum criteria required for participation in the Race to Zero campaign, and how businesses can develop a climate action strategy by reading the The 1.5°C Business Playbook
c. And becoming an expert on the Science Based Targets initiative by reading the SBTi Corporate Manual
2) To help promote RGC’s commitment to Net-Zero and setting science-based targets by:
a. Developing written and visual communication material for internal and external use
b. Supporting the development and creation of a Community Educational Event in which RGC will support and offer educational workshops and seminars to the public. The goal of the event will be to connect with the broader community and raise awareness regarding the importance of utilizing a science-based approach to address and mitigate the effects of climate change.
Requirements:
This is a great opportunity for a creative, out-going, community-orientated individual interested in sustainability and connecting with local organizations to foster corporate climate action.
The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable engaging with and speaking to the public, and is eager to learn and execute ideas that are in line with the company’s long-term vision of harnessing trade to foster sustainable communities.
Time Frame: Flexible We will work together to determine your workdays and hours.
# of Positions: 1-3
Eligibility: Anyone who meets the above criteria
Additional Information
What are ‘science-based targets’?
Science-based targets provide a clearly-defined pathway for companies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, helping prevent the worst impacts of climate change and future-proof business growth. Targets are considered ‘science-based’ if they are in line with what the latest climate science deems necessary to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement – limiting global warming to well-below 2°C above pre-industrial levels and pursuing efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
What is the purpose of the initiative?
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) mobilizes the private sector to take urgent climate action. By guiding companies in science-based target setting, SBTi is enabling the private sector to tackle global warming while seizing the benefits and boosting their competitiveness in the transition to a zero-carbon economy. The SBTi’s vision is for science-based target setting to become the new normal, creating a thriving economy in harmony with the natural world that sustains us all.