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<p class="MsoNormal">Hi everyone,<span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Please see information below about BISM’s Internship Program and share within your networks! This is a full-time, in-person paid internship in Baltimore, Maryland, with housing provided. The deadline for spring applications is November
7th. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><u>BISM’s Internship Program<o:p></o:p></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">The BISM Internship Program offers an opportunity to promote real-world experience and mentoring in a supportive environment. In-person internships are available for fall, spring, and summer for approximately
3 to 4 months. <br>
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Interns have an opportunity to explore a variety of fields, some of which might include: management, teaching, information technology, human resources, and communications, among others. This opportunity is available for prospective and current college students,
recent graduates, and adults undergoing career exploration. BISM works with interns to offer a customizable work experience centered around an intern's areas of interest. This is a paid internship opportunity with housing provided.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We are looking for applicants who:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Are comfortable with Microsoft Word and Excel, or willing to learn<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Take initiative appropriately and apply problem-solving skills<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Are prompt and professional<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Are able to multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Feel comfortable working both independently and as a team member<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Are passionate about changing what it means to be blind<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Exhibit a positive attitude<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Are self-driven, eager to learn, and want to be challenged<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal">If you would like to apply, please complete the <a href="https://forms.gle/nS3A9hpha6DY4YoZA">
BISM Internship Program Application here</a>. The deadline to apply for the Spring 2026 season is November 7th, 2025. You may apply for future seasons as well if desired.
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<p class="MsoNormal">With any questions, please contact Juhi Narula at <a href="mailto:jnarula@bism.org">
jnarula@bism.org</a> or Anica Zlotescu at <a href="mailto:azlotescu@bism.org">azlotescu@bism.org</a>. We look forward to seeing your application soon!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Thanks,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Anica Zlotescu, M.S. (she/her)</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Manager of Training & Accessibility<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Blind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">3345 Washington Boulevard<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Baltimore, MD 21227<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">(O): 410-737-2656 <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">(C): 240-962-2733<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:azlotescu@bism.org"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:purple">azlotescu@bism.org</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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