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<span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36);">Please see information below about BISMs Internship Program and share within your networks! This is a full-time, in-person paid internship in Baltimore, Maryland, with
housing provided. <b>The deadline for summer applications is March 27th, 2026.</b></span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36);"><u>BISMs Internship Program</u></span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36);">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.</span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36);">We are looking for applicants who:</span></p>
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Are comfortable with Microsoft Word and Excel, or willing to learn</li><li style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); margin: 0px;">
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); margin: 0px;">
Take initiative appropriately and apply problem-solving skills</li><li style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); margin: 0px;">
Are prompt and professional</li><li style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); margin: 0px;">
Are able to multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously</li><li style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); margin: 0px;">
Feel comfortable working both independently and as a team member</li><li style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); margin: 0px;">
Are passionate about changing what it means to be blind</li><li style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); margin: 0px;">
Exhibit a positive attitude</li><li style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); margin: 0px;">
Are self-driven, eager to learn, and want to be challenged</li></ul>
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<span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36);">If you would like to apply, please complete the
<a style="margin: 0px;" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" title="Original URL: https://forms.gle/nS3A9hpha6DY4YoZA. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="OWAAutoLink" id="OWA58c5415c-aa97-bd11-4956-84ef8afb730f" href="https://forms.gle/nS3A9hpha6DY4YoZA">
BISM Internship Program Application here</a>. <b>The deadline to apply for the Summer 2026 season is Friday, March 27th, 2026.</b> You may apply for future seasons as well if desired.</span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(36, 36, 36);">With any questions, please contact Juhi Narula at
<a style="margin: 0px;" data-linkindex="1" title="mailto:jnarula@bism.org" class="OWAAutoLink" id="OWAd109fb8c-aecc-c781-9e27-b56a3c1a3fca" href="mailto:jnarula@bism.org">
jnarula@bism.org</a> or Anica Zlotescu at <a style="margin: 0px;" data-linkindex="2" title="mailto:azlotescu@bism.org" class="OWAAutoLink" id="OWA5b0efea7-439b-c89b-7fa2-3c36d9f1e9c2" href="mailto:azlotescu@bism.org">
azlotescu@bism.org</a>. We look forward to seeing your application soon!</span></p>
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Blind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM)</p>
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3345 Washington Boulevard</p>
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Baltimore, MD 21227</p>
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(O): 410-737-2656</p>
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(C): 240-962-2733</p>
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