Wednesday, April 25, 2007

DVRPC- Internship.

DVRPC is still looking to fill a few summer internships. Specifically, we have an internship with a Transportation Planner in our Transportation Operations Management unit who is seeking help on a ONLINE INTERACTIVE MAPPING PROJECT.

This staff member has experience as a GIS Analyst, and is looking for an UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT for assistance on a full-time basis this summer. This will be a paid internship.
The student's major responsibility will be cartographic production. Candidate should have experience working with ArcGIS. Experience with Illustrator is preferred; Flash experience is a plus.

Submit resumes to resumes@dvrpc.org.

Davenport Investments, LLC-Summer Intern

Davenport Investments, LLC
Scriptwriter/Summer Intern

Job is: Full-time Summer internship starting at end of Spring semester to possible Fall, Winter internship to Full-time position

Job is intended for: Undergraduate Seniors & Graduate students with concentrations in Screenwriting, Theater, Television and Film.

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Company: Davenport Investments, LLC, (“DI, LLC”) a Lenfest Enterprises, LLC Company, is a national real estate investment firm that develops and invests in new and existing multi-family properties.

Position Objective: Develop a script for a unique TV show which features various real estate developments domestically and internationally. The show highlights properties for sale to U.S. buyers.

Position Description: Script writing will be geared towards marketing real estate developments in the US, Canada, Caribbean and Central America to U.S. buyers. Property types will include single family homes, condominiums, condo-hotels, track developments and resorts. The show will have a host format and the script will describe the benefits, unique attributes and amenities of each development while incorporating footage of the property and surrounding area as well as graphics, testimonials etc. In addition, the candidate will be exposed to all aspects of producing and airing the television show.

The candidate will gain great experience, exposure and insight into script writing, production, marketing and development of television content/programming and the ability to contribute their own insights and recommendations.

Position involves direct interaction with companies Principals.

Requirements: Candidate must have script writing experience and coursework as well as excellent written communication skills and be energetic and creative. Real estate knowledge helpful.

Compensation: To be discussed

Please forward resumes to: Lisa Neris
Davenport Investments, LLC
1800 JFK Boulevard
Suite 603
Philadelphia, PA 19103
lneris@dvnpt.com

Davenport Investments, LLC-Summer Intern

Davenport Investments, LLC
Scriptwriter/Summer Intern

Job is: Full-time Summer internship starting at end of Spring semester to possible Fall, Winter internship to Full-time position

Job is intended for: Undergraduate Seniors & Graduate students with concentrations in Screenwriting, Theater, Television and Film.

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Company: Davenport Investments, LLC, (“DI, LLC”) a Lenfest Enterprises, LLC Company, is a national real estate investment firm that develops and invests in new and existing multi-family properties.

Position Objective: Develop a script for a unique TV show which features various real estate developments domestically and internationally. The show highlights properties for sale to U.S. buyers.

Position Description: Script writing will be geared towards marketing real estate developments in the US, Canada, Caribbean and Central America to U.S. buyers. Property types will include single family homes, condominiums, condo-hotels, track developments and resorts. The show will have a host format and the script will describe the benefits, unique attributes and amenities of each development while incorporating footage of the property and surrounding area as well as graphics, testimonials etc. In addition, the candidate will be exposed to all aspects of producing and airing the television show.

The candidate will gain great experience, exposure and insight into script writing, production, marketing and development of television content/programming and the ability to contribute their own insights and recommendations.

Position involves direct interaction with companies Principals.

Requirements: Candidate must have script writing experience and coursework as well as excellent written communication skills and be energetic and creative. Real estate knowledge helpful.

Compensation: To be discussed

Please forward resumes to: Lisa Neris
Davenport Investments, LLC
1800 JFK Boulevard
Suite 603
Philadelphia, PA 19103
lneris@dvnpt.com

Transit, Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Intern

Transit, Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Intern participates in transportation planning surveys, studies and programs within the Office of Transit, Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning. Close supervision is provided by a supervisor who assigns tasks, gives preliminary instructions, reviews work in process and upon completion for quality and adherence to established standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participates in transportation studies, surveys and programs including collection, entry, tabulation, and analysis of technical data.
Assists in the preparation of study reports and memoranda.
Assists in the preparation of presentation material including graphs, maps and other visual displays.
Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of, and interest in, transit, bicycle and pedestrian planning.
Knowledge and ability with mathematical and statistical procedures and their applications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Access.
Ability to perform field studies and inventories.
Ability to analyze and prepare technical data clearly and concisely.
Ability to organize time and and flexibly shift between different tasks.
Ability to establish effective relations with associates and with representatives of public and private organizations.

AVAILABILITY:This position requires a minimum commitment of 15-20 hours per week (2-3 days/week) and 37.5 hours per week during the summer semester.

SALARY:Paid position at hourly rates.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & TRAINING:Must be in an approved internship program as part of a college or university, or have a baccalaureate degree in any related discipline, plus substantial experience, interest or involvement in transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation issues.

TO APPLY:
Forward a cover letter and resume to: resumes@dvrpc.org.



DVRPC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. FULL CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO ALL ELIGIBLE, QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARDS TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATIONS, DISABILITY OR MARITAL STATUS. MINORITY AND DISABLED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

The Clean Air Council-Campaigner

The Clean Air Council is the most effective environmental organization in Philadelphia. We have been protecting the publics right of a cleaner environment and to breath clean air for over 40 years now. The council has been so effective due to our outstanding campaign team. If you would like to get involved with this organization call 215-567-4004 ex.118 and ask for Jim Black or email him at jblack@cleanair.org.
Location: Philadelphia, Pa
Compensation: $400/week for full time staff
This is at a non-profit organization.
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Community Organizer: Progressive Voters Network

Community Organizer: Progressive Voters Network

Reply to: see belowDate: 2007-04-24, 3:59PM EDTThe Progressive Voter Network is hiring community organizers to build progressive infrastructure for issue and electoral campaigns. Organizers will recruit, train, and work with volunteers on the local level for real progressive change in DC. Right now we are engaged in a campaign to address global warming and energy independence. This will culminate in an innovative get-out-the-vote campaign in the ’08 Presidential election. We are hiring organizers in Philadelphia to launch and run the campaign in Congressional districts 3, 4, and 14, build a sustainable network of trained volunteers, and lay the foundation for a successful ’08 election in Pennsylvania.

QUALIFICATIONS include a desire to change politics as usual in DC, willingness to work hard, and experience with working with volunteers. Campaign experience not necessary, but helpful.

SALARY: Starts at $24,000/year; increases with relevant experience

TO APPLY: Send Resume and Cover Letter to Erin at: organize@progressivevotersnetwork.org

Location: Philadelphia
Compensation: Starts at $24,000/year; DOE
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.PostingID: 318019296

People's Emergency

From Dr. Szekely

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Wonderful internship opportunity at People's Emergency Center!!!Any student studying economics, math, or accounting and/or has an interest in real estate would be an ideal fit for working with the portion of the PEC program that deals with finding low income housing for our clients. The student would not only have the opportunity to work in an established and effective non-profit but also gain experience with HUD, PHA, Section 8, and many other aspects of housing.

For more information, E-MAIL:Michael Szekely, PhDCoordinatorCenter for Internships and Career DevelopmentAcademic Advising CenterCollege of Liberal ArtsTemple University3rd Floor, 1810 Liacouras WalkE-Mail: mszekely@temple.eduPhone: (215) 204-6704

Please visit the CICD website:http://www.temple.edu/cla/CICD/

Tuesday, April 3, 2007

Health Care Organizer

Health Care Organizer

Philadelphia Unemployment Project

The Philadelphia Unemployment Project has undertaken to expand access to healthcare for people without insurance in Philadelphia and throughout the state. A coalition supporting the Governor's Prescription for Pennsylvania is already operating out of PUP. Next, we hope to dramatically increase our role as a healthcare referral and advocacy resource. We are seeking a healthcare organizer to run this effort, and to organize a large group of uninsured people in the region to support increased access to healthcare.

Primary Responsibilities: Develop a strong understanding of healthcare programs, facilities and resources, both public and private, throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. Promote PUP as a resource for people without insurance or in need of medical access counseling throughout Southeast Pennsylvania. Work with members to flier neighborhoods, reach out to community organizations and houses of worship. Organize events around the issue of healthcare access. Provide counseling to people who are having trouble accessing the healthcare they need, serving both in a referral and advocacy capacity. Organize the uninsured around campaigns to expand access, such at the Prescription for Pennsylania and the City's Neighborhood Health Centers. Assist the Director with the Cover All Pennsylvanians Coalition, outreach, agendas, follow-up, lobbying and events.

Secondary Responsibilities: Assist with PUP member events, social, fundraising and activism. Participate in coalition meetings around other issues, as needed. Work with the Community Organizer to maintain the PUP membership, expand it, organize meetings, communicate with members and organize activities with members that contribute to PUP campaign goals. Assist Community Organizer with statewide organizing as needed. Assist with donor outreach, fundraising, website updates, media tracking and building relationships with peer organizations, community groups and houses of worship. Assist with other campaigns as necessary. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred. Experience working with low-income communities and communities-of-color. Experience as a community organizer and/or healthcare advocacy preferred. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Willingness to learn complex healthcare systems and PUP's unique approach to organizing. Proficient with Microsoft Office. Creative, energetic and self-directed. Women and people-of-color strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary commensurate with experience. Strong medical, retirement, dental and other benefits. Generous vacation and medical leave. UNITE-HERE shop. www.philaup.org. The position would begin in late April. Full-time.
To apply: Email or Fax: 215.557.6981




Job with Big Brothers Big Sisters SEPA

I got this from Craigslist, there wasn't a lot of information, but this looks like a good job for a recent graduate.

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Part time and full time openings supporting Big and Little relationships with Big Brothers Big Sisters Southeastern PA. Full time openings in Philadelphia and Full and Part time openings in Exton.

Send resumes to matchsupportjobs@bbbssepa.org or fax to 215-701-8139, Attn. J. Carroll.






  • Compensation: 30,000 Full Time, $13/ hour PT
  • This is a part-time job.
  • This is at a non-profit organization.
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  • Please, no phone calls about this job!
  • Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Community / Activist Organizer ( Social Justice)

Work for Social & Economic Justice

ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) is building a "national movement" for social and economic justice by organizing low and moderate income communities, immigrants and communities of color for power and social change.

Join the fight for affordable housing, living wages, quality public schools, immigrant & civil rights.

ACORN is working in the trenches with grassroots organizations across the United States, Canada, The Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru & Mexico.

In recent years, participating organizations have: helped win living wage and minimum wage campaigns, fought for rights of tenants, won countless campaigns for racial justice (including bank red-lining and racially unequal schools) fought to end ‘predatory lending’ and have forced corporations to change their practices.

Pennsylvania ACORN is looking for political/community organizers in the Philadelphia area to work with low and moderate-income communities on community-run grassroots and political campaigns to advance renters’ rights, health insurance for all, immigrant rights, quality public schools, etc.

Work with community residents to build grassroots organizations, develop leadership, register/mobilize voters and community residents and run community organizing programs.

Full time salaried position with benefits.

Experience, especially in management, a big plus.

To learn more about ACORN visit our website: www.acorn.org

To apply, e-mail your resume with cover letter to: recruit@acorn.org

  • Location: Philadelphia
  • Compensation: $25,500 + benefits
  • This is at a non-profit organization.
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Capital Campaign Assistant

Friends Center is undertaking a landmark, environmentally-sensitive renovation of its Center City Philadelphia campus. In the support of this project it is conducting a successful and active capital fundraising campaign. The campaign now needs a committed and focused person to maintain the behind-the-scenes office activities.

Duties:
The key responsibility is to maintain the database, including posting of donations and sending thank yous, producing reports as requested, and maintaining the mailing list. Requires accuracy and attention to details.
Maintain donor relations including receiving donor inquiries and making follow-up phone calls to donors and solicitors.
Manage calendar of campaign events and assist campaign staff in preparing for those events including copying and collating packets of materials.
Assist with public events including sending out mailings and assisting with logistics.
Accompany Campaign Director and Assistant Director to events and assist with follow-up.
Assist with developing campaign public relations materials and displays.
Possible supervision of some volunteers.
Additional responsibilities as indicated by available time, skills, interests, and campaign needs.

Qualifications:
Skillful in use of word processing, databases, and spreadsheets. Web skills desirable. Excellent written and spoken communication skills. Well organized self-starter. Ability to manage varied duties and deadlines. Knowledge of Religious Society of Friends desirable.

Period of Employment: This is a full-time, temporary position. We seek someone who can start immediately and who can work through the project end date of December 31, 2007.

Salary: Salaried based on $22,000 - $27,000 per year, with benefits

Applications:
Please send a cover letter and resume through e-mail, or mail to:
Heather Shayne Blakeslee
Associate Director, Capital Campaign
Re: Capital Campaign Assistant
Friends Center
1501 Cherry Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102





  • Location: Center City Philadelphia
  • Compensation: $22-$27K/yr with benefits
  • This is at a non-profit organization.
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Healthcare Volunteer Position

I heard about this position through the PHEND newsletter run by Upenn. It didn't have much information, but it appears to be a good volunteer position with the state government.

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Volunteers Needed, PathwaysPA Self-Sufficienccy Department
PathWaysPA’s Self-Sufficiency department is looking for volunteers to help with the following: administrative work, food stamp and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) screenings, Health Fairs, free tax preparation, and more! Make someone’s day – be a volunteer! If you know someone who is interested in gaining some valuable work experience while helping others or if you are interested, contact Joy McManus at 610-543-5022!