[Ohio-talk] Fwd: [nabs-l] National Federation of the Blind 2017 Summer Internship Program

Tue Feb 28 03:08:51 UTC 2017

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From: "Lewis, Anil via NABS-L" <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2017 22:45:03 +0000
Subject: [nabs-l] National Federation of the Blind 2017 Summer
Internship Program
To: "NABS List (nabs-l at nfbnet.org)" <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
Cc: "Lewis, Anil" <ALewis at nfb.org>

National Federation of the Blind 2017 Summer Internship Program
(https://nfb.org/blog/vonb-blog/national-federation-blind-2017-summer-internship-program)

The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) knows that blindness is not
the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise
the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create
obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Since 1940, the members
of the National Federation of the Blind have come together in state
affiliates and local chapters to share the real life experiences,
practical techniques, and innovative strategies we use to transform
our dreams into reality. In 2004, we established the National
Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute as the first research and
training facility developed and directed by blind people. Fueled by
the dreams of the blind of America, the Jernigan Institute is now a
leader in creating innovative education programs, accessible
technologies, pioneering research projects, and collaborative
partnerships that empower the blind to live the lives we want.
As we continue to raise expectations of and for the blind, we realize
that we must actively work to empower the next generation of dynamic
leaders and innovative thinkers that will dream, develop, and
implement the next ground-breaking project or program that changes the
lives of all blind people. To that end, we must share our acquired
knowledge and life experience with young motivated blind students as
they travel their individual paths toward full participation. We seek
to accomplish this goal through our National Federation of the Blind
Summer Internship Program, a unique learning experience that can only
be directed by the National Federation of the Blind.
Our National Federation of the Blind 2017 Summer Internship Program
will provide an opportunity for individuals to contribute to the
programs of the Federation, while gaining valuable experience at the
center of innovation in the blindness field. Our 2017 summer interns
will be hosted at the NFB headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland. NFB
internships will begin on May 29 and end on August 4, 2017 (ten
weeks). NFB summer interns will be provided a stipend and may take
advantage of the sleeping accommodations at the NFB Jernigan Institute
if necessary. One of the requirements of the internship is
participation in program activities at the annual convention of the
National Federation of the Blind to be held in Orlando, Florida, from
July 10-July 15, 2017.
Our 2017 summer interns will have the opportunity to actively
participate in a variety of project and program areas including:
·         Access technology
·         Civil rights and public policy
·         Data management and information technology
·         Education programs
·         Governmental affairs
·         Jacobus tenBroek Library
·         Membership building
·         NFB NEWSLINE® for the Blind
·         Outreach and fundraising
·         Public relations and social media
The National Federation of the Blind Summer Internship Program is like
no other. It is filled with unique opportunities for personal and
professional growth. The following are some comments from our 2016
summer interns:
Julie: "My experience as an NFB summer intern proved to be more than
just a summer job. The various work assignments enhanced my
administrative and interpersonal skills. More importantly, the
mentoring and support of the leaders of the Federation continue to
help me set a path for my future. I continue to grow as a student at
the Colorado Center for the Blind, and I look forward to living the
life I want."
Michael: "The NFB Summer Internship [Program] was truly a
transformative invaluable experience. Having the opportunity to be
mentored by a variety of leaders throughout the Federation while
working on individual and group projects that impacted the members of
the NFB, was a wonderful experience; as a recent college graduate, I
decided to continue my personal and professional journey as a student
at the Louisiana Center for the Blind."
Jerad: "Learning from our national leaders, developing better
communication strategies, and working effectively with a team to
accomplish a task are only a few of the benefits I received as an NFB
summer intern. The experience was life-changing and helped me acquire
personal and professional skills that I will use in my future
employment and in my role as a newly elected NFB affiliate president."
If you are interested in applying to be a 2017 summer intern for the
National Federation of the Blind, please prepare the following
materials and submit them via email in an accessible electronic format
to alewis at nfb.org<mailto:alewis at nfb.org> no later than March 10, 2017:
·         A cover letter expressing why you are uniquely qualified for
an NFB internship, listing the program area(s) in which you are most
interested in gaining experience, and describing the projects that
drive your passion in those program area(s). Be sure to include a
description of any previous involvement you have had with the
Federation. Please feel free to include any innovative new projects
that you might want to help initiate during your internship. Also note
any scheduling conflicts that would prevent you from being available
from May 29 through August 4.
·         A résumé including current contact information.
·         At least two recommendation letters.
We anticipate selecting members of our 2017 internship cohort by April
14, 2017. Questions regarding NFB internships can be directed to Anil
Lewis at 410-659-9314, extension 2374, or
alewis at nfb.org<mailto:alewis at nfb.org>.
Sincerely,
Anil Lewis, Executive Director
National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute
200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21230

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