Company/Organization: Know My World

Description:

As an Educational Coordinator Intern you will help to oversee the general management of Know My World cross-­cultural exchanges by facilitating new exchanges, helping to build our international database, seeking new opportunities for international growth and collaborating with participants to create projects.

Show experience in multicultural and/or humanistic education with a
genuine interest in self­directed learning initiatives. Possess strong communication
awareness and writing skills.

What you give:
? Assist in exchange management and relations, maintain ongoing matches.
? Assist in internal development and general management of partnerships/projects.
? Help to generate ideas and bring them into fruition.
? Seek out new opportunities for database growth such as conferences, seminars,
and organizations.

What you develop:
? Knowledge and understanding of international organizations
? Communication and interpersonal skills utilized in various parts of the globe
? Exposure to various cultures and customs
? Leadership experience in group dynamics
? A community of globally minded individuals
? Experience in international relations and schools

Qualifications:

Ability to follow directives and apprentice an established KMW facilitator via digitaltechnology (ie. reliable internet service and email capability)
? Attend telecommunication staff conferences Sunday evenings at 630pm EST
? (1 hour per week)
? Maintain organization of participant and potential database on Google Docs. Be in
communication with staff about changes, additions and requests. (1 hour)
? Facilitate and engage in dialouge with potential participants and current participants
around project development, KMW guidelines and requirements. Ability to answer
emails within 24 hours. (1 hour)
? Research and organize leads for future conferences, seminars and organizations
that support KMW databases and growth. (1­2 hours)

Hours:

4-6 hours per week

Start Date:

Immediately

Additional Info:

Know My World is able to offer up to 3 credit hours for interns

Tags:

Global  Education    Classroom  Projects    Classroom  Exchanges    International    Communication    Cultures    Global  Citizenship    Conferences    Organize    Facilitate   

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