bishop externship opportunities: march 2018

Bishop Externship Opportunities: March 2018

Office of Career Services – Ohio Wesleyan University http://careers.owu.edu/bishopexternship.html

Contact [email protected] or 740.3668.3152 for more information.

2018 Spring Externships (as of 1/26)

Animal Care Unlimited, Columbus, OH

Berk Eye Care Center, Gahanna, OH (Columbus suburb)

Carpenter, Lipps, & Leland, LLC, Columbus, OH

Columbus Rec and Parks-McKnight Outdoor Education Center, Columbus, OH

COSI, Columbus, OH

Goodman Media International, NYC, NY

Ohio History Center, Columbus, OH

Pinnacle Financial Group, Cleveland, OH

The Champion Companies, Columbus, OH

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

The Columbus Foundation, Columbus, OH

TLC Academy for Young Children, Hudson, OH (Cleveland suburb)

University of Findlay, Findlay, OH (ESL and Applied Linguistics)

Waldheger Coyne Law Firm, Cleveland, OH

Zulily, Columbus, OH

http://careers.owu.edu/bishopexternship.html

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Animal Care Unlimited, Columbus, OH

Sponsor: Sam Valerius ‘08

Title: Veterinarian

Dates of Externship: March 12,13,14,15,16

Organization Website: animalcareunlimited.com

Organization Description: Private practice veterinary practice. Sees 50% cat/dog and 50% exotic

animals. One of only a handful veterinary practices in Central Ohio that will see reptiles, birds, and wildlife. Attached to the Ohio Wildlife Center.

Areas of Interest: Pre-vet, veterinarian medicine

Targeted Majors: Zoology

Experience Range: Shadowing experience to see a normal day in a veterinary practice. Will be exposed to appointments, surgeries, looking at radiographs,

etc. Will also see differences in treating various species of animals.

Other Info: Consider wearing scrubs






Berk Eye Care Center, Gahanna, OH (Columbus suburbs)

Sponsor: John R. Gwin, ‘98

Title: Optometrist

Dates of Externship: March 12, 13, 14, 15, 16

Organization Website: http://berkeyecarecenter.com/

Organization Description: A primary care optometry office with 4 optometrists. At our practice, you will find a compassionate and experienced team that is dedicated to

providing a full spectrum of high-quality personalized eye care for the

whole family. Our goal is to meet and exceed your expectations by providing friendly service, professional care, and quality products at

affordable prices. Our vision care services include complete eye examinations, contact lens exams and fittings and a full array of high end

designer frame selection. We conduct comprehensive exams which allow

us to accurately detect eye disease or other abnormalities early, often before they present any symptoms

Areas of Interest: Optometry, medicine

Targeted Majors: Science Majors, pre-med

Experience Range: An Extern will have the opportunity to shadow me over 5 days. This includes observing different exams, exposure to equipment used, gain

insight into why different treatments or recommendations are made and be exposed to the operational side of being an optometrist in a

private practice.






Carpenter, Lipps, & Leland, Columbus, OH

Sponsor: Nikki Reiss ‘00

Title: Of Counsel, Public Policy


Organization Website: http://www.carpenterlipps.com

Organization Description: A mid-sized law firm specializing in litigation and public policy with offices in Columbus, New York, and Chicago

Areas of Interest: Law, healthcare, legal services, public policy

Targeted Majors: All majors

Experience Range: An Extern will have the opportunity to attend General Assembly hearings

and meetings, complete small research projects, attend meetings with legislative staff and potentially members. An Extern may also engage

in legislative analysis, fiscal analysis and will potentially have the opportunity to talk with other lawyers at the firm who work on

litigation cases, should that be of interest.






COSI (Center for Science and Industry), Columbus, OH

Sponsor: Josh Kessler ‘00

Title: Director of Experience Production


Organization Website: http://cosi.org

Organization Description: COSI, Columbus, Ohio's dynamic Center of Science and Industry, inspires the scientists, dreamers, and innovators of tomorrow. Opened in 1964 at

Memorial Hall in downtown Columbus, COSI moved in 1999 to a new 320,000-square-foot home designed by internationally-renowned

architect Arata Isozaki, creating one of the largest modern-built science centers in the United States. COSI continues to represent a significant

investment in the economic development and community revitalization of downtown Columbus.

Areas of Interest: Non-Profit, Museums, Arts/Entertainment

Targeted Majors: Mechanical Engineering, Non-profit, Design

Experience Range: Externs will be able to shadow various departments in the Visitor Experience division, including Design, Production, Fabrication, and

Exhibits. Externs may be able to sit in on meetings, such as project

team meetings and brainstorming sessions. Externs will also receive behind-the-scenes access to various exhibit areas and work spaces

(such as the curatorial space, exhibit shop, and animal care area) and meet a variety of COSI's employees and volunteers.






Columbus Recreation & Parks: McKnight Outdoor Education Center, Columbus, OH

Sponsor: Dan Conroy ‘10

Title: Nature Programs Administrative Manager


Organization Website: https://www.columbus.gov/recreationandparks/

Organization Description: We provide environmental education and outdoor programming to residents of all ages in the City of Columbus and surrounding

communities. We host free and/or low cost programs annually. We offer after school enrichment classes, school field trips, winter and summer

day camps, scout and youth group programming, private programs for

the general public and special events. We facilitate opportunities for children and adults to form personal connections with nature and peers

through experiential learning.

Areas of Interest: Environmental Education, Outdoor Recreation, Government

Targeted Majors: Environmental Education, Outdoor Recreation, HHK, Zoology

Experience Range: It will be a unique opportunity to experience many sides of Outdoor

Education.

The Extern will receive an overview of the Outdoor Education section and visit the main office for the City of Columbus Recreation and Parks

located downtown Columbus.

The Extern will have an opportunity to experience the size and scope of a

large, urban recreation and parks department.

The Extern may participate in educational activities with groups or help

with small projects to experience the preparation and processes for outdoor/environmental education related activities.

The Extern will have the opportunity to handle/feed the snakes and turtles that are kept at the McKnight Outdoor Education Center for

conservation education.

NOTE:

Due to the nature of the job, we are often outside in the rain, snow,

and mud. Appropriate footwear is required. We typically wear casual boots and outerwear that is 'current condition' appropriate.

Attire is business/outdoor casual.






Goodman Media International, Inc., New York City, NY

Sponsor: Tom Goodman, ‘76

Title: President and CEO


Organization Website: http://www.goodmanmedia.com/

Organization Description: Goodman Media International is a leading public relations firm based in NYC. We specialize in media relations and large-scale media initiatives

for major corporations and not-for-profit organizations. The firm was

founded in 1966 by Tom Goodman, the former head of communications for CBS, Inc. and, before that, CBS News.

Goodman Media, with 25 full-time professionals, represents major media companies in television, radio, newspaper and magazine publishing, book

publishing, and other areas of entertainment; electronics, retail, and other consumer companies; healthcare organizations; professional

services firms in law, accounting and executive recruitment; business and

trade groups; and not-for-profit organizations in the arts, education, and advocacy.

Our services include: media relations and publicity campaigns, corporate communications, national advocacy campaigns, product launches and

event publicity, local market media outreach, multicultural communications, crisis communications, and online media campaigns.

The firm offers an extraordinary combination of first-rate people, high-quality clients, and exceptional results, and together those traits form the

foundation of the firm's distinctiveness. At Goodman Media, we work

together as a team and in close collaboration with our clients to achieve their goals and objectives

Areas of Interest: Marketing, Advertising, Media, Communications

Targeted Majors: All Majors Welcome – Journalism, Economics, Economics with Management concentration, Advertising, Marketing

Experience Range: The student would be exposed to the inner workings of a leading public relations firm. They would attend internal meetings, shadow 1 or 2 executives and possibly attend a client PR event.






Ohio History Center, Columbus, OH

Sponsor: Diane Rennick (Friend of OWU)

Title: Lead Volunteer Coordinator

Dates of Externship: March 12,13,14,15, 16

Organization Website: www.ohiohistory.org

Organization Description: The Ohio History Connection’s mission is to spark discovery of Ohio history! We help people connect with Ohio’s past to understand the

present and create a better future

Areas of Interest: Non-Profit, Museums

Targeted Majors: Archaeology, sciences, history

Experience Range: The externships focuses on the steps necessary to properly curate

collections in OHC’s archaeology collection facility and possibly assist with archaeological field work under supervision of the archaeology

staff. The extern will be able to experience various aspects of the curatorial process. Working with our staff could include: developing a

working inventory of the collections, wash, weigh, number and catalog

the collections, collections research, identify, organize and assign object numbers to un-catalogued materials, prepare condition reports

on selected artifacts, write a blog about skills learned.

Other: Some knowledge of archaeology, especially of the Ohio area, is useful.

Ability to communicate well in an office or lab setting. Will involve stooping, bending, and lifting (up to 40 lbs).






Pinnacle Financial Group, Independence, OH (near Cleveland)

Sponsor: Chris Litzler ’14

Title: Vice President


Organization Website: pinnaclefinancialgroup.com

Organization Description: Pinnacle Financial Group was formed in 1990 and we have grown into one of the largest independently owned commercial real estate

investment banking companies in the Midwest. We have placed in excess of $12 billion in financing, including traditional permanent financing,

construction loans, acquisition loans, redevelopment loans, mezzanine loans and equity placements. For more information about our experience

and recent transactions please visit our website,

www.pinnaclefinancialgroup.com.

Areas of Interest: Commercial Real Estate/ Investment Banking

Targeted Majors: Business and business related majors

Experience Range: Business Casual environment;

Completing a small project, shadowing various departments, conducting

market research, attending department/team meetings, etc.






The Champion Companies, Westerville, OH (Columbus suburb)

Sponsor: Michelle Murphy Friend of OWU

Title: Human Resources Manager

Dates of Externship: March 12,13,14 (3 days)

Organization Website: https://thechampioncompanies.com/

Organization Description: The Champion Companies is a market-leading multifamily investment, development and management firm. Champion owns 5,000 Class A and B+ multifamily units (rental properties) in Central Ohio’s fast-growing suburbs.

Areas of Interest: Marketing, Advertising, Customer Service, Sales, Advertising

Targeted Majors: Business, Communications, Marketing

Experience Range: Do you ever wonder what a career in Property Management looks like?

Now is your chance! Get a glimpse into a day in the life of a property manager as well as help with marketing projects and shadow various

departments at our corporate office. Most importantly you will get a chance to see why we were a Best Place to Work in 2016 & 2017

when you help prepare for and attend our company wide quarterly

Vision Meeting.

Other: Dress – Business Casual. Externship is 3 days, but can be extended to 5 depending on student interest/need.






The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

Sponsor: Susan Foutz ‘01

Title: Director of Research and Evaluation


Organization Website: http://www.childrensmuseum.org/

Organization Description: The largest children's museum in the world, located in urban Indianapolis, The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is a collecting institution (i.e. we have objects and artifacts) that creates exhibits,

programs, and live performances for children and their families. We

attract local audiences as well as tourists from across the country. Our exhibits and programs cover a range of subjects including the arts,

humanities, STEM, and now sports and fitness with the soon-to-open Sports Legends Experience, a 7.5 acre outdoor experience.

Areas of Interest: Non-Profit, Social Services, Arts and Entertainment, Education/Academics

Targeted Majors: Communications, Applied Social Science Research

Experience Range: Observation of team meetings within the exhibit development division, visitor observation in public settings, data entry of survey or interview

data, and visiting the existing museum's current exhibits.






The Columbus Foundation, Columbus, Ohio

Sponsor: Dan Sharpe ‘06

Title: Vice President, Community Research & Grants Management


Organization Website: http://www.columbusfoundation.org/

Organization Description: The Columbus Foundation is the trusted philanthropic advisor to more than 2,500 individuals, families, and businesses that have created unique

funds and planned gifts to make a difference in the lives of others

through the most effective philanthropy possible. More than 70 years strong, The Columbus Foundation is the eighth largest community

foundation in the United States. The Foundation’s new Giving Store is a one-stop shop for easy and effective philanthropy.

Areas of Interest: Non-Profit, Social Services

Targeted Majors: Government, Social Justice, SOAN

Experience Range: This Externship can be tailored to the interest of the applicant, but will focus on nonprofits and the philanthropic sector of Central Ohio.

Extern will shadow community foundation Community Research and

Grants Management officers to learn more about the nonprofit

application and grant-making process. Depending on Extern's interest area, and current Foundation work topics, visits to local organizations

may be possible to learn about a variety of nonprofit missions. Ample reading material about the community foundation and nonprofit sector

will be made available. This is a great opportunity to learn more

about Central Ohio's strengths and challenges.






TLC Academy for Young Children, Hudson, OH (Cleveland suburbs)

Sponsor: Alexandra Koorn ‘10

Title: Director

Dates of Externship: March 12,13, 14, 15,16

Organization Website: http://www.tlchudson.com/

Organization Description: TLC is an independent, family-owned child-care experience unlike any other. We are a cozy home away from home where the natural wonder of each child is celebrated and explored daily!

Our philosophy is based on the foundations of the Reggio-Emilia approach. We believe that all children are capable, independent, and

curious thinkers. We have established a school with low ratios and small

group sizes to guarantee your child receives an individualized approach to child care and education. Creating authentic experiences, meaningful

relationships and stimulating environments is our secret to capturing your child's heart and mind every day. We consider your children to be a part

of our TLC family, and we are honored that you would entrust your child

in our care. Our promise to you is that we will strive each day to create an environment that each child will thrive in all areas of their

development.

Areas of Interest: Non-Profit, Early Childhood Education, Psychology

Targeted Majors: Education, Psychology

Experience Range: The extern will get to work in all the classrooms (6 weeks - 5 years

old). They will learn the ins and outs of each classroom and help with projects the teachers put together. They will learn what it takes to run

a classroom including the Reggio- Emilia approach to curriculum.

Other: To work at TLC- the student MUST have a background check done and get a physical.






University of Findlay, Findlay, OH

ESL Teacher in Training / Linguist in Training

Sponsor: Dr. Jennifer Fennema-Bloom and Instructor Greg Mott (Friends of OWU)

Title: Director, M.A. TESOL and Applied Linguistics; Instructor, Intensive

English Language Program (respectively)


Organization Website: https://www.findlay.edu/liberal-arts/tesol/

Organization Description: The University of Findlay, with 3800 students, is located in 90 minutes northwest of Columbus. The University of Findlay's TESOL and Applied Linguistic Program prepares students teach English to speakers of other languages as well as work in a number of cross-cultural settings including education, business, health care, or nonprofit organizations. Recently, our M.A. TESOL and Applied Linguistics program was ranked 8th nationally by masterstudies.com. In the Intensive English Language Program (IELP), faculty prepare ESL students with the necessary English skills and study strategies to be successful in their undergraduate and graduate courses. The IELP has national accreditation via the Commission on English Language Accreditation (CEA).

Areas of Interest: Education, Foreign Language, Culture Studies, International Business, nonprofit organizations, translation, working/teaching abroad, refugee

and immigrant work

Targeted Majors: All Majors across multiple disciplines

Experience Range: As an externship sponsor, the TESOL and Applied Linguistics program will work to meet the individual applicant’s needs and interests. We have purposely designed this experience for flexibility. Depending on the applicant’s individual preferences, this opportunity may include:

Observation of ESL classes in progress

Observation of graduate TESOL and Applied Linguistics classes.

Interviews/Conversations with full-time professionals (ESL Instructors, Directors, International admissions counsellors, Study abroad counselors, Multicultural programming staff, others professionals by request).






Observation of Tutoring sessions for ESL students in the English Language Learner Support Center.

Following an instructor through the process of preparing, implementing, and assessing a lesson.

Meeting other Graduate students who are pursuing careers in this field.

Discussing academic advising of international students with advisors.

Students participating in this experience may plan for 1 to 3 days. Longer periods may be possible, depending on the range of a student’s interests, and may require further discussion and arrangements.

Other: Lodging is available in the University of Findlay on-campus welcome

house (pending availability)

Externs may opt to participate in the meal plan in the campus dining hall.






Waldheger Coyne (Law Firm), Cleveland, OH

Sponsor: Michael Coyne ‘74

Title: President


Organization Website: http://healthlaw.com/

Organization Description: Located in Cleveland, OH, Waldheger Coyne is a law firm with ten lawyers and four paralegals; general business practice that includes

estate planning and litigation.

Areas of Interest: Law/Legal Services

Targeted Majors: Human Resources, Law

Experience Range: Attend Client meetings; staff meetings; assisting in development of processes and procedures.






Zulily, Gahanna, OH

Sponsor: Amy Wood “Friend of OWU”

Title: Assistant Buyer: Outdoor Furnishings and Pet

Dates of Externship: March 12, 13, 14 (3 day externship)

Organization Website: http://www.zulily.com

Organization Description: Zulily is an American e-commerce store that features an ever-changing,

always delightful collection of clothing, shoes, home décor, toys, gifts and more — for the whole family. Darrell Cavens and Mark Vadon launched

Zulily in 2010 (Seattle, WA) to give Mom a different way to shop, and now millions visit Zulily to discover something new every day.

Areas of Interest: Buying, Retailing, Merchandising

Targeted Majors: Business, Data Analytics, Design

Experience Range: The role of an Assistant Buyer is to curate, plan and complete events that go “live” on the company website every day. Responsible for some data

entry, vendor recruitment/interaction, and analytics to assess business needs. Also this position works cross-functionally with different

departments such as the studio to create new and exciting imagery for

events.

An Extern will have the opportunity to shadow everyday business needs including:

-Attending strategy meetings with an assistant buyer.

-Understand the relationship of merchandising for a large company.

-Participate in 1 on 1 interviewing with host to identify areas of interest in

the field.

-Complete small projects such as trend research as well as analyze the

website and social channels and provide fresh insight.



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