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JAIN DIGEST
JAINA Student Internship Program (JASI)
Recent JASI Interns:
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN for the 2015 JASI PROGRAM!
What is it?
What are some of the benefits of Interning?
The current JASI interns obtained several benefits including:
The JAINA Student Internship (ASI) is a fulltime, intensive internship offering U.S. undergraduate and graduate students a chance to work with a service-based community organization in a start-up environment.
Palak Bhandari 13 Intern Bryn Mawr Colege Vierra, VA
JASI interns receive hands-on experience that provides professional and personal growth in the areas of non-profit project management, IT support and social networking/community building, as well as rewarding opportunities to support the global Jain community
. IT Support • Copy Writing & Editing • Website Development
Enhanced Communication Skills Knowledge of the inner workings of a non-profit organization Increased confidence Enhanced expression of their own abilities
Application Timetable
Maral Vagacia, 13hter Wake Forest University Facturo MA
Who can apply & materials do I need to submit?
Student Internship Process
In order to be considered for the JASI Internship, applicants must electronically submit:
Application Opens
March 25
Appkation Deadline (includingal supporting
documents)
April 24, 11:59pm EST
Saurin Shah 13 Intem Mc University Bloomington
A 500-750 word essay explaining how their interests could help strengthen the Jain community and/or an awareness of Jain principles while addressing why they are suitable Unofficial electronic copies of their Undergraduate and Graduate degree transcripts One letter of recommendation from a relevant faculty member, community leader or previous employer
Selection Process Student
contacted for interviews
May 4-10
Applants Notified by IAINA office(Selectee notified via
emalandin writing)
May 8
This sounds awesome, where do I apply?
Internship Start Date
June1
www.jaina.org/internshipapplication
Internship Ends
August 24
Parth Savia, Contrator SanFrancica C
For full details, go to: www.jaina.org/internship
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