NOW ACCEPTING PHILIPPINES INTERNSHIP
APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER 2009

Philippines Cultural Immersion Internship

The Hubert-Yeargan Center (HYC), in collaboration with Family to Family, Inc., is offering a cultural immersion internship teaching at Mapa school in Camiguin, Philippines. Mapa is an elementary level boarding school serving students who come from extreme poverty who would otherwise have no access to schooling. The Mapa school also serves deaf students and students with orthopedic handicaps.

Timeframe: Approx. May 23-August 15, 2009 to coincide with the Duke academic calendar.

Responsibilities & Expectations

Cultural Immersion! Integrate into daily life at Mapa.
Assist Mapa staff with daily teaching and administrative responsibilities. Special emphasis on teaching English and/or math, however, other skills related to sign language, music, health, and/or sports are welcome. Other teaching opportunities may be geared to the unique qualifications of the candidate.
Accompany local nurse on community health visits.
Create a written/photo documentary project of your choosing.
Submit a written report and evaluation.

Eligibility

Duke graduates and undergrads are eligible to apply.

Criteria for selection include the following:

Strong recommendation letter;
Demonstrated skill in key support areas: English, math, sign language, health, sports and/or musical training;
Demonstrated maturity, integrity, and crosscultural awareness/sensitivity; and
Knowledge of the political and ethical issues surrounding issues of poverty, health and education in developing countries.

Room and board are provided. HYC does not provide tuition, academic credit, or salary. Students are encouraged to apply for funding through Duke Engage. Hubert-Yeargan Scholarships may be available for students with special needs.

Application & Selection Process

Deadline for applications is December 1, 2008.

Send application materials as Word or PDF attachments to cecelia.pezdek@duke.edu.

All applications must include the following:

Letter of recommendation from faculty or faculty advisor. We ask that faculty members send their recommendation letters directly to cecelia.pezdek@duke.edu.
Current resume and/or transcript.
A brief (1-2 page) personal statement describing your reasons for pursuing this opportunity, what you feel you’ll be able to contribute, and what you wish to accomplish.

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