29 January: FYI -- internships, internet & society (US)
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Berkman Center for Internet & Society 2016 Summer Internship Program*
*Application deadline for all students for summer 2016 is Friday, February 12,
2016 at 11:59 p.m. ET*
*Information about the summer program and links to the application procedures
can be found below and at **http://brk.mn/summer****
About the Program*
Each summer the Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University
swings open the doors of our vibrant yellow house to welcome a group of
talented and curious students as full-time interns - Berkterns!
- who are passionate
about the promise of the Internet. Finding connected and complementary
research inquiries among their diverse backgrounds, students represent all
levels of study, are being trained in disciplines across the board, and come
from universities all over the world to tackle issues related to the core of
Berkman’s research agenda. Summer interns jump head first into the swirl of
the Berkman universe, where they are deeply and substantively involved in our
research projects and efforts.**
Becoming invaluable contributors to the Center’s operation and success,
interns conduct collaborative and independent research under the guidance of
Berkman staff, fellows, and faculty. Specific roles, tasks, and experiences
vary depending on Center needs and interns' skills; a list of expected
opportunities for Summer 2016 is on the Berkman summer internship page .
Typically, the workload of each intern is primarily based under one project or
suite of projects, with encouragement and flexibility to get involved in
additional projects across the Center.
In addition to joining research teams, summer interns participate in special
lectures with Berkman Center faculty and fellows, engage each other through
community experiences like weekly interns discussion hours, and attend
Center-wide events and gatherings with members of the wider Berkman community.
As well, each year interns establish new channels for fun and learning, such
as organizing debates and pub quizzes; establishing reading groups and book
clubs; producing podcasts and videos; and hosting potlucks, cook-offs, and
BBQs (fortunately for us, people share).
The word "awesome" has been thrown around to describe our internships, but
don't take our word for it. Interns Royze Adolfo and Hilda Barasa documented
the summer 2012 internship experience here
. Former intern
Zachary McCune had this to say: "it has been an enchanting summer working at
the berkman center for internet & society. everyday, i get to hang out with
some of the most brilliant people on the planet. we talk, we write (emails),
we blog, we laugh, we play rock band. and when things need to get done, we
stay late hyped on free coffee and leftover food. it is a distinct honor to be
considered a peer among such excellent people. and i am not just talking about
the fellows, staff, and faculty, though they are all outstanding. no, i mean
my peers as in my fellow interns, who are almost definitely the ripening next
generation of changemakers."*
Time Commitment*
Summer internships are full time positions (35 hours/week) for 10 weeks.
The Summer 2016 program will run from Monday, June 6 through Friday, August
12.*
Payment*
Interns are paid $11.50 an hour, with the exception of certain opportunities
for law students who receive summer public interest funds (more about these
specific cases at the link for law students below).
No other benefits are provided, and interns must make their own housing,
insurance, and transportation arrangements.*
Commitment to Diversity*
The work and well-being of the Berkman Center for Internet & Society at
Harvard University are strengthened profoundly by the diversity of our network
and our differences in background, culture, experience, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, and much more. We actively seek and welcome
applications from people of color, women, the LGBTQIA community, and persons
with disabilities, as well as applications from researchers and practitioners
from across the spectrum of disciplines and methods.
*Eligibility*
* Internships are open to students enrolled across the full spectrum
of disciplines.
* Internships are open to students at different levels of academic
study including those in bachelor’s, master’s, law, and Ph.D programs.
* Summer interns do not need to be U.S. residents or in school in the
U.S.; indeed, we encourage international students to apply.
* Summer interns do not need an existing affiliation with Harvard
University.*****
*
*To Apply*
We know what you're thinking. /Yes please. I want that. That sounds magical.
Did I mention that I have incredible dance moves
?/ Here's what you should do...
* *Law students:* please find application instructions and important
additional information here
.
* *Students from disciplines other than law:* please find more
information and application instructions here
.
*The application deadline for all students for summer 2016 is Friday, February
12, 2016 at 11:59 p.m. ET*
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