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Global Leader Internship | CIEE 300 Fore Street, Portland, Maine 04101 | www.ciee.org/globalleader

Accessory Powerwww.accessorypower.com

Number of Positions: 2

Length of Training: 18 months

Location(s): Westlake Village, CA

Compensation: $9 per hour plus overtime

Ideal Start Date: As soon as possible

Average Hours Per Week: 40

InternshIP DescrIPtIon:Department/Company Area/Field of Training: IT

Trainee’s Title: Software Developer Intern

Intern Main Tasks / Responsibilities:

Analyze business problems and help to design technicalsoftware solutions to solve those problems

Key Objectives of Training:

To be able to test company web sites, provide maintainence of web sites using various applications, software development for integration to website, and record keeping.

Task/Activities Associated with Training:

• Help build custom software applications and web applications which may interact with order systems, customer service systems, inventory systems and/or shipping systems.

• Help to identify and resolve bugs occurring in software and web applications.

• Analyze current software solutions and build enhancements to improve those solutions.

Other Relevant Details:Must have the desire to resolve complex problems with creative and organized technical solutions. Must be extremely organized and have an obsessive attention to detail.

comPAny InformAtIon:Accessory Power has grown into a globalmanufacturer and distributor of Batteries, Chargers, and Cases for Digital Cameras,Laptop Computers, GPS, iPod, MP3 Players, Smart Phones, and DVD Players. Headquartered in Westlake Village, California and with global offices in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, China, Accessory Power has established itself as an industry leader providing unsurpassed high-quality product, technical knowhow, and impressive packaging and marketing support. Accessory Power products are sold through wholesale distribution channels and retailers world-wide in conjunction with the ecommerce sites Amazon.com and Buy.com as well as through their own branded portals AccessoryGenie.com and BatteryGenie.com. The Accessory Power team is comprised of tech-savvy, bright, energetic, creative, and enthusiastic professionals from around the U.S. and across the globe.

APPlIcAnt requIrements:

Academic Background Professional/Practical Experience:

• BA or BS in Computer Science or related field of study

Skills / Knowledge/ Language Proficiencies:

• Proficient in speaking and writing in English• Proficient in the programming languages: C#, .NET

and/or PHP• Proficient in working in and manipulating MS SQL,

MySQL, or Firebird datgabases• Must have a basic understanding of Windows services,

web services, SOAP or XML file exhchange• Knowledge of C#/ CSS/ HTML/ JAVA/ Asp.Net/

Sequel Database/ JDBC/ ODBC/ VB.Net/ Ajax/PHP



InternshIp DescrIptIon

Department/Company Area/Field of Training:

Incoming Tour Operator/Destination Management Company

Trainee’s Title: FIT Department / Groups Assistant

Intern Main Tasks/Responsibilities:

• FIT or Group reservations including researching itineraries, booking required services such as sightseeing arrange-ments, hotel stays, restaurants, and special events


• Impart concepts and hands-on experience of incoming tour operations including creating realistic itineraries, fulfilling client expectations and problem resolution, accounting and client/vendor communications.

Methods of Training:

• Peer to peer training followed by hands on involvement in day to day operations closely monitored by supervisor.

ApplIcAnt requIrements


• Preferred trainee profile includes academic background in tourism studies.

• Previous work or internship experience in travel related companies such as outbound or inbound tour operators.

Skills/Knowledge/Language Proficiencies:

• Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English as well as Portuguese.

Other Relevant Details:

• Pleasant office with friendly international staff. • Challenging and fulfilling work experience.

Agentourswww.agentours.com


Length of Training: 12 Months

Location(s): San Francisco, CA

Compensation: $1,500 per month

Housing: Not provided

Ideal Start Date: Immediate

compAny InformAtIon

Receptive tour company and Destination Manage-ment Company provides services of a touristic nature to individuals and groups from Europe and South America visiting the USA. Services may include airport transfers, sightseeing tours, hotel reservations, special events such as gala dinners with or without entertain-ment, awards ceremonies etc.

Cableorganizer.com Internship Proposal Company name and address CableOrganizer.com 6250 NW 27th Way Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 USA Company activities and website

Cableorganizer.com is a premier online wire management and cable related product vendor, offering a wide range of products and information over the internet to a variety of companies, individuals, and organizations 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Since 2002 and as of now over 78,000 consumers worldwide have become Cableorganizer.com customers. Among other recognitions received, Cableorganizer.com has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, South Florida Business Journal, Lifestyle Magazine, Real Simple Magazine and a variety of industry related newspapers such as Maximum PC and Smart Computing. Our mission is to provide 24/7 cable related and wire management one-stop-shop services where anyone will find the best selection of products, catalog and information at their fingertips, on their terms, worry free. http://cableorganizer.com/ Tasks to accomplish: Optimize and Automate the Supply Chain

- Analyze the different functions of the supply chain (Suppliers, Purchasing, Production, Distribution, Customers)

- Make recommendations on how to optimize or automate the workflow

- Create tools and setup third party solutions Competencies required:

- .Net (C#)

- Php

- XML

- EDI

- SQL Server 2005

- MySQL Contact :

Send resume, cover letter, last 2 years transcripts and rankings, and recommendation letters to Nicolas Dubus, IT Director [email protected] Conditions and Advantages: $1,000/month gross



EuroquEst LLCNumber of Positions: 1

Length of Training: One year

Location(s): Hoboken, New Jersey

Compensation: $400 monthly


Latest Start Date: November 15, 2011

Company InformatIon:TheEuroQuest Travel Group provides travelers with a vast array of diverse experiences to more than 90 countries worldwide –escorted, independent,

group, Fly and Drive, and Cruise and Land programs that range from the traditional sightseeing itineraries to very specialized travel opportunities, including religious pilgrimages, adventure travel, and cultural and educational travel. We also maintain partnerships in many international locations including Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa, and the South Pacific that coordinate the day-to-day aspects of our client’s travels.

IntErnshIp DEsCrIptIon:Department/Company Area/Field of Training:

Travel Sales and Promotion

Trainee’s Title: Sales and Quotation Agent

Intern Main Tasks / Responsibilities:• Follow up on all leads remitted by company• Research, develop, and price custom travel packages based on

customer’s requirements• Pitch customers and close sales and report all sales

Key Objectives of Training:Intern will gain hands-on experience in the field of travel and tourism and American Business Standard especially in the area of sales and customer service. They will learn concepts and hands on experience of incoming tour operations including creating realistic itineraries, fulfilling client expectations and problem resolution, accounting and client/vendor communications.

Task/Activities Associated with Training:• Follow up on all customer’s leads submitted by the company - By email

or by phone.• Reach out to customers, and listen to their travel needs. Gather all

pertinent information regarding the customer’s traveling habits, patterns, and likings.

• Develop and create a custom travel package to fit the customer’s needs.• Research all aspects of the customer’s demands via the office resources,

Internet search engines, tourism boards, Partner’s dedicated web sites, and local partners.

• Gather all research and suppliers information and create custom itinerary.• Contact appropriate suppliers to request pricing, space, and assistance.• Price in all components into a company spreadsheet created to that

effect.• Apply profit margins to quotations according to company policy.• Modify quotes at customer’s request and/or close the sale.• Liaise and remit customer’s file to the operation’s department for verifica-

tion/accuracy and book all services according to the customer’s file.• Follow up with customer regarding travel services confirmations, pay-

ment deposits, and any eventual questions.• Review each customer’s travel vouchers for accuracy with operation’s

department.• Upsale customer on Travel insurance protection program.• Customer care and assistance as required.

appLICant rEquIrEmEnts:Academic Background Professional/Practical Experience:• Currently pursuing a degree in travel and tourism and/or a

degree in business with an emphasis on sales and marketing/IT

Skills / Knowledge/ Language Proficiencies:• Strong knowledge of international travel within Europe • Sales skills and customer care and assistance• Good understanding of numbers and margins• Native English speaking and writing language is a must and

required• Impeccable knowledge of Microsoft Office programs required• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel for basic

functions are required

Other Relevant Details:• Euroquest is in Hoboken NJ and is a University Town (Stevens

University of Technology) and affordable rooming is readily available by sharing / rooming with other students.





Tour Operations Management

Trainee’s Title: Tour Operations and Management Intern


• The Trainee will be responsible for learning all aspects of the day to day operations of our Retail Tour Office. The Trainee will learn about the tour destinations and respon-sible for booking tours within our store and over the phone.


• The main objective of this training is to give the trainee experience in a real “live” work environment covering everything from the company structure, day to day objectives of a tour office. Upon completion of the traineeship, the Trainee will have a greater understanding of policies and procedures, customer markets, and other tour operators in California.

Tasks/Activities Associated with Training:

• Selling to customers and informing them about our ser-vices over the phone and in the retail store.

• Manage daily tasks, projects, and the in-house reservation system.

• Taking reservations over the phone • Troubleshooting tour pickups • Handling customer complaints by solving problems and

finding solutions



• University Graduate or Undergraduate student studying Travel and Tourism or Hospitality (or similar)

• Preference for Previous Phone Experience


• Fluency in English essential. Other foreign language(s) beneficial.

• Microsoft Office including Word and Excel


• Creative problem solving skills, ability to multi task

extrAnomIcAl tourswww.extranomical.com


Length of Training: 12-18 Months

Location(s): San Francisco, CA

Compensation: $500 per month plus Monthly MUNI travel pass

Housing:Accommodation in a student residence (shared room with private bath)


compAny InformAtIon

Extranomical Adventures is a San Francisco sightsee-ing tour company that specializes in tours for people that generally do not like to take tours. Our clientele is very independent and likes to venture to places where most tour companies do not. Due to the small size of our groups, our tours offer a distinct “traveling with friends” feel.




Department/Company Area/Field of Training: Tourism

Trainee’s Title: Business Management Internship


• Participants will rotate through several departments within the organization including Customer Service, Customer Care, Product Knowledge, Database/Computer Software training, Communications, and Sales & Marketing


• Participants will learn major aspects of the travel business as they complete this program; immersing themselves in a different culture and widening their overseas exposure

• Participants will gain a thorough understanding of HSI’s products and services in order to be able to assist mem-bers with their queries, travel arrangements, and bookings


• The participant will be introduced to Holiday Systems International (HSI) structure and rules. They will become acquainted with employees and departments. The partici-pant will be introduced to the customer service depart-ment, sales, and marketing/communications departments.

• The participant will be introduced to company computer software and telephone systems. They will be tested on their current computer knowledge with respect to the fol-lowing: Word, Excel, and the Internet.

• The participant will also receive a comprehensive intro-duction to HSI Reservation Software—to understand the HSI customer, the participant will read and review printed documents related to HSI existing clientele.

• The participant will gain complete knowledge of the HSI Terms & Conditions of membership and all programs which an HSI member may participate in by reviewing all necessary company handbooks, marketing materials, and website information.



• Applicants should be in the process of earning or have earned a degree in Tourism, Sales and Marketing, or Business Management

• Applicants should be fast learners and adapt to different departments easily

• Applicants should have experience conversing with clients over the phone and liaising with other departments


• Fluency in English Required as well as fluency in one or more of the following languages: Russian, Portuguese, Mandarin, and Italian

• Proficient In Microsoft Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, and Excel


• No Smokers

holIDAy systems InternAtIonAl



Location(s): Las Vegas, NV

Compensation: $2,000/month

Housing: Not provided

Ideal Start Date: Immediate

compAny InformAtIon

Holiday Systems International is a travel industry leader providing a wide variety of exclusive benefits to an international clientele. We are an exclusive members-only service that provides unmatched benefits to our members including service in five different languages.




Department/ Company Area/ Field of Training:

Software Engineering Department

Trainee’s Title: Embedded Systems Engineer

Intern Main Tasks/Responsibilities:You will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on embedded design and implementation doing embedded programming, and system integration of machine vision and sensor systems using single board computers and discrete hardware components. Projects include new product design and on board software programming for wireless sensors, system design, and component specifications.

Key Objectives of Training:IEM offers a dynamic atmosphere that would provide a broad range of training opportunities depending on the candidate’s interest. Major training objective would concern utilization of programming skills in an hands on environment.

Tasks/Activities Associated with Training:Programming; Hardware Design; Analog Circuit Interfacing; Schematic Capture; and Board Layout. Position will likely include some hands-on work in labs, industrial, and outside field environments. An ability to occasionally travel to customer sites is preferred.



Bachelor’s Degree Preferred; Two years related work or equivalent internship/coop experience demonstrated by completed embedded projects.


REQUIRED:

• Computer Science or Electrical Engineering student• Must be fluent in English• Quick learner, highly motivated, self starter, and eager to

learn• Excellent Programming Skills (i.e. C/C++/C#, VB, etc. under

Windows .Net framework)• Hands on experience with embedded software coding and

debugging• Knowledge of real-time embedded operating systems• Hands on digital system, single board computers, and sensor

integration experience• Desire to design, prototype, build, and test new products

towards their commercialization• Engineering Analysis skills (e.g. for data collection and

system operation validation)

DESIRED:

• Familiarity with the .NET framework (prefer VB.NET) and Visual Studio is a definite plus

• Simple hardware design: microcontrollers, analog circuits interfacing, schematic capture, and board layout

• Familiar with basic Software Engineering design principles• Linux or embedded Linux, MATLAB, and Labview working

experience• Capable of using hardware development and debug tools

including emulators, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multi-meters, and other lab test equipment

• Familiarity with image processing or machine vision algorithms

• TCP/IP programming through .NET or raw sockets• Wireless and RF experience (including WIFI security and data

compression)• Ability to select and integrate real time control packages

(perhaps embedded Linux) with sensors, navigational control, mapping software, etc.

• Experience with navigational sensor technology (laser range finders, GPS, inertial guidance, sonar) is a plus

• Simple hardware design: microcontrollers, analog circuits interfacing, schematic capture, and board layout

• Embedded image processing: camera interface, machine vision systems, basic image processing algorithms working experience

• Able to work in all environments: individual contributor or team, on site, outside doing installations, etc.

• Excellent record keeping and documentation keeping skills: specification creation, test output documentation, design documentation, final reports, block diagrams, simple schematics, etc.

InternAtIonAl electronIc mAchInes corporAtIon


Length of Training: 12 to 18 months

Location(s): Troy, New York

Compensation: $12-$14/hour Depending on experience

Ideal Start Date: Immediately

Website: www.iem.net

compAny InformAtIon

IEM is an electronics firm specializing in the development, manufacture, and marketing of instrumentation and imaging systems.

We specialize in embedded systems development ranging from custom sensors, to development of leading edge imaging products such as digital cameras.



inSegment

Number of Positions: 2+

Length of Training: 12-18 months

Location(s): Needham, MA

Compensation:About $1,000 /month commensurate w/experienceHousing provided nearby


Website: www.insegment.com

Company information

InSegment is a multilayer digital marketing firm that combines creative output with no-nonsense success metrics. We provide our clients with full service marketing solutions, not just pretty pictures. We frequently sponsor J-1 visa internships and usually have several at a time. Out internships promote intelligent, quick and independent thinking by putting candidates into the position of full employee.

internShip DeSCription


Graphic Design/Web Design/Website Programming

Trainee’s Title: Web Designer


The Web Design Intern will be required to implement design ideas into practical solutions for our clients. The candidate will be shown firsthand the integral role of technology-inspired design in today’s marketing atmosphere. They will be given varying design projects which will range from iPhone game design and website creation, to collateral design, design for print, and special projects. Experience with Adobe Illustrator and / or Adobe Photoshop or something equivalent is mandatory for this position as you will be making finalized pieces for submission to clients. This is a 40 hr. per week position.


• Improve fundamental techniques

• Develop new skills and learn more tools

• Better understand the demands of the business world and how they differ from natural design tendencies and techniques taught in the classroom


Design assignments, shadowing senior designers, attending client meetings, attending design and strategy meetings, regular review sessions, etc.

appliCant requirementS


Degree in Web/Graphic Design or in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering


Mandatory: Adobe Photoshop (Moderate to Expert) Adobe Illustrator (Moderate to Expert)

Desired: Adobe InDesign (Any level) Flash Markup (HTML)

Portfolio of past work related to web design is required as part of application package submitted.



ApplicAnt RequiRements


Education and/or background in computer engineering, computer science, and/or software engineering.


Required:

• 1+ year experience in overall web development • Experience with PHP; OOP and basic

knowledge of design patterns• MySQL, x(HTML), JavaScript/AJAX

Preferred:

• CSS & HTML-markup• Experience with PHP frameworks or popular

CMS

insegment

Number of Positions: 2+


Location(s): Needham, MA

Compensation:About $1,000 /month commensurate w/experienceHousing provided nearby


Website: www.insegment.com

inteRnship DescRiption


Graphic Design/Web Design/Website Programming

Trainee’s Title: Web Developer


The Web Development Intern will be required to implement development requests. They must be able to program well, specifically for the web. This will require knowledge of internet-based computer languages such as HTML and PHP. They will be building (according to their ability) everything from websites to databases to software to iPhone apps. Focus, however, will be on websites and this will constitute the bulk of the work. This is a 40 hr. per week position.


• Improve fundamental techniques

• Develop new skills and learn more tools

• Better understand the demands of the business world and how they differ from natural design tendencies and techniques taught in the classroom


Design assignments, shadowing senior designers, attending client meetings, attending design and strategy meetings, regular review sessions, etc.

compAny infoRmAtion

InSegment is a multilayer digital marketing firm that combines creative output with no-nonsense success metrics. We provide our clients with full service marketing solutions, not just pretty pictures. We frequently sponsor J-1 visa internships and usually have several at a time. Out internships promote intelligent, quick and independent thinking by putting candidates into the position of full employee.





Non-Profit/Arts Organization Fundraising

Trainee’s Title: Development Assistant


• Development Assistant will work with our team in maintaining lists and developing our individual donors campaign


• To provide a training in Non-Profit Development work in theatre management and production.


• Helping with grant writing, working on budgets, preparing mailing labels for events, organizing fund raising events, and some data entry.


• La Mama is entering their 50th Anniversary Season and will be busy fundraising for and promoting their projects and organization. Typical of any small non-profit organization you will be exposed to and involved in many aspects of the organization.

ApplIcAnt requIrementsAcademic Background Professional/Practical Experience:

• 2-3 years of college in business, theater, arts management or non-profit management.

• College degree preferred• Experience in fine arts, marketing, development,

grant writing, and fundraising


• Fluent speaking and writing in English• Required: Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Internet

skills• Both Mac and Windows knowledge a plus• Desired: HTML skills

lA mAmA experImentAl theAtre club

www.lamama.org



Location(s): New York City, New York

Compensation:• $400 month• No housing provided• Free tickets to all events

Average Hours/week: 32-36 hours per week

Ideal Start Date: August 15, 2011

Latest Start Date: September 15, 2011

compAny InformAtIon

La MaMa is a world renowned cultural institution located on the Lower East Side of Manhattan that is home to three theaters, an art gallery, a six-story rehearsal studio building, a visiting artist dormitory, commercial and not for profit office spaces, and an extensive archive documenting the history of Off-Off Broadway.




Department/ Company Area/ Field of Training:

Web Programming and Development

Trainee’s Title: Programmer

Intern Main Tasks/Responsibilities:• Work with programming team to develop and support

web applications.• Write code and design applications as part of a larger

project.• Create application prototypes and architecture. • Produce, test, implement, and maintain applications.• Work with project managers to gather requirements and

conceptualize architecture for web applications. • Assist in maintaining project documentation.

Key Objectives of Training:• Participate in on-going projects with a high level of

responsibility. • Improve English communication skills, including

speaking, writing, and presenting. • Develop goals to accomplish during the training. • Prepare and make presentations to the company about

trainee’s background, projects, and accomplishments during training.

Other Relevant Details/Additional Materials for Submission:Our interns have a great personal and professional experience. An essential part of teams working on high profile engagements with project managers, web programmers, and interactive designers, our interns receive individualized mentoring and training by our company leaders and staff. We also have social gatherings, sporting events, and a friendly atmosphere to make interns feel welcome and appreciated.


Academic Background Professional/Practical Experience:• Master’s degree completed or in progress in

Information Systems or Computer Science.• Candidates should have experience in engineering,

information systems, networks, and programming.

Skills/Knowledge/Language Proficiencies:• Strong knowledge or experience in CMS platforms

WordPress, Drupal, and Site Finity required. • Knowledge of the following languages: PHP, C#, Cold

Fusion, JSP, and .NET.• Programs: Sql Server, Visual Studio, Notepad ++, and

SVN• Good skills in speaking and writing English.

meDIA GenesIs



Location(s):Troy, Michigan (metropolitan Detroit area)

Compensation:

• Months 1-6: $550/month• Months 7-9: $850/month• Months 10-18: $1,000/month

Housing, shared vehicle, and cell phone are provided.

Ideal Start Date: September 19

compAny InformAtIon

As a leading Internet Services firm based in Troy, Michigan, Media Genesis services over 300 companies and nonprofit organizations. Our in-house team provides a wide range of services including web design & development, e-learning, search engine optimization, application development, intranet, social networking, and content management systems.

The company has a progressive work attitude and provides considerable hands on experience early on. Interns are often exposed to many real projects and develop new skills as part of their internship.



The Sherwin-williamS Company


Length of Training: One year

Location(s): Corporate office in Cleveland, Ohio

Compensation: $12.50/hour Commensurate with experience

Ideal Start Date: ASAP

Company informaTion:Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Sherwin-Williams is America’s largest paint company with over $8 Billion in

annual sales, over 25 consecutive years of increased earning and over 32,000 employees worldwide. We are ranked among the top U.S. Fortune 400 companies and were named one of “America’s 100 Best Companies to Work For” by Fortune magazine.

inTernShip DeSCripTion:Department/Company Area/Field of Training:

Information Technology

Trainee’s Title: Global ERP Analyst Professional Apprentice™

Intern Main Tasks / Responsibilities:• The Global ERP Analyst Professional Apprentice™ serves in a

development role for various projects in support of the Oracle Global ERP rollout.

• Works with the internal IT staff and SW business customers to conduct business process modeling, analyze system requirements, and review/produce specifications for any new projects or change requests to existing software.

• Develops technical objects on an as-needed basis in support of the implementation of the Global ERP rollout in areas not limited to reporting, dashboarding, systems integration, and interfaces.

• Collaborates with management and other development team members to ensure that they understand the specifications, documented system scenarios.

• Assist with the development of change management/training plans as necessary for existing and newly developed objects.

Key Objectives of Training:This opportunity will give the student a rich experience in using state of the art Oracle tools and technology. The student will use the development methodology and associated tools (e.g. Sourcesafe, request tracking, Subversion, Testdirector etc.) used in the software development cycle.

Other Relevant Details:Professional Apprentice™ does not need to have experience in all software application areas. The Professional Apprentice must be a self-starter with the ability to quickly learn and pick-up new skill sets on their own and learn by experimentation, reading, training and networking.

appliCanT requiremenTS:Academic Background Professional/Practical Experience:Formal Education & Certification• Currently enrolled in college degree program and actively

working toward an Associate, Bachelor or Master Degree in related field.

• Graduation date on or after May 2012 or recent graduate.• Minimum GPA of 2.5Knowledge & Experience• Basic Knoweldge of IT. Knowledge of software development

and support methodologies.• Understand essential business functions of an organization.Helpful, but not required skills• Database Development (Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server, etc.)• Enterprise Resource Planning (SAP, Oracle E-Business Suite)• Linux Administration Skills (Red Hat, Suse etc.)• Business Intelligence (OBIEE, Discoverer, Business Objects,

Microstrategy, Pentaho, JasperReports)• Extract, Transform, Load Tools (ETL) - (Informatica PowerCenter,

Oracle Data Integrator - ODI, Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services - SSIS, Pentaho Kettle, Talend)

• Version Control Systems (CVS, Subversion, PVCS, Microsoft Visual SourceSafe - VSS)

Skills / Knowledge/ Language Proficiencies:• Good written and oral communication skills.• Ability and initiative to learn and research new concepts, ideas,

and technologies quickly.• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. • Fluent in English.




Department/Company Area/Field of Training: FIT Department / Sales and Reservations

Trainee’s Title: FIT Reservations Coordinator


• Familiarize themselves with our product line, assist in arranging FIT itineraries, assist clients with hotel and destination selections, confirm reservations with hotels, request additional allotments from hotels.


• The trainee will gain knowledge and skills in preparing offers to clients such as offering FIT Hotels (from budget to Deluxe) in various destinations and in developing itineraries for Fly Drive Tours and City Packages. The trainee will also become proficient in the use of TourPlan tour operator operating system for back office and reservations.


• The trainee will assist with data entry of hotel rates, transfers, excursions, fly-drive programs, and packages, as well as correspond with client’s agents to help sell properties, assist in making client reservations; and contact hotel partners to request additional allotments on days where the company has already sold out its contingents.



• Degree or Certificate in Tourism / Travel• Intern/ Work for Tour Operator or travel company


• Fluency in English• One or more of the following languages is

preferred: French, German, or Italian• Microsoft Office


• Trainee must be extremely detailed, organized and thorough.

• Dog friendly office in downtown Boston.

tourmAppers north AmerIcA, llcwww.tourmAppers.com



Location(s): Boston, MA

Compensation:$16/hr with Paid vacationHousing Not provided

Ideal Start Date: February 1, 2012

Latest Start Date: March 15, 2012

Average Work Hours: 40 hours/week

compAny InformAtIon

TourMappers is a full service receptive tour company selling FIT and Group programs to international tour operators.




Department/Company Area/Field of Training: Web Development

Trainee’s Title: Web Developer


• Develop websites and web applications• Learn the Drupal open source web content management

framework• Develop mobile applications• Provide support to internal and external clients.


• Provide hands-on web development experience• Learn in a professional and demanding web application

development environment in the US.• Introduce the candidate to the Drupal open source web

content management system• Extend candidate’s programming and communication skills.


• Implement Drupal themes and websites.• Develop Drupal custom modules.• Develop and support web applications.• Meet with project team members and develop an under-

standing of client requirements.• Work as part of a dedicated team of project managers,

developers and database pros.• Contribute modules, themes, or patches to the Drupal

project.• Participate in all phases of web application development

projects, from requirements-gathering to deployment.• Gain familiarity with Urban Insight’s task tracking, code re-

pository, documentation, and time management systems.



• Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, or related field.• Hands-on web development experience required.• Some Programming experience using PHP/MySQL,

Javascript, HTML, CSS and HTML • Previous experience with Drupal is a plus


• Written and verbal competency in EnglishRequired Computer Languages: PHP, Javascript, CSS, HTMLDesired Computer Languages: Drupal, MySQL

urbAn InsIght, Inc.www.urbAnInsIght.com



Location(s): Los Angeles, California

Compensation:$20-$24/hour+ Transit pass

Ideal Start Date: May1 or June 1, 2012

Latest Start Date: July 1, 2012

Average Work Hours: 40 hours/week

compAny InformAtIon

Urban Insight is an experienced, creative, and professional technology consulting firm. We plan, build and operate successful websites using web content management systems, including the open source Drupal web content management system.

We take on cutting edge, challenging projects for appreciative clients, and have a supportive and team-based approach. Developers work with three LCD monitors, the latest hardware and software, and the option to have Windows, Linux and MacOS environments available for testing and development.





Account Management

Trainee’s Title: Account Coordinator


The Account Coordinator will act as a liaison between the agency and the client, reports to Account Supervisor or Management Supervisor. As internal liaison with account team members, the Account Coordinator is also responsible for the administration and organizational support for the day-to-day management of client accounts.


The intern will learn the learn the day to day role, interactions and acitivities required to effectively serve as the liason between Wundermann and their client.


• Provide day-to-day account planning and client service support to account management.

• Coordinate process estimates and monitor media schedules

• Update and research reports and solve internal scheduling problems

• Coordinate and monitor internal work flow towads the completion and delivery of agency output



• Bachelor in Business/Marketing

• Understanding of a Marketing Agency’s functions• Strong communication skills• Excellent organizational, time and self management skills• Strong sense of initiative and ability to work under

pressure• Detail oriented with excellent follow through skills• Experience and demonstrated interest and focus in

advertising, marketing and account management


• Good command of the English language in speech and writing

• Proficiency in another European and/or Asian language

• Strong computer skills, proficient use of Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint)

WunDermAnNumber of Positions: 1


Location(s): Seattle, Washington

Compensation:• $12.00/hour + overtime

over 40 hours• Monthly Metrocard

Average Hours/week: 40 hours per week

Ideal Start Date: January 2, 2012

compAny InformAtIon

Wunderman is the original architect of response-driven marketing, an estimat-

ed trillion dollar global industry. Today, with 50+ years of innovation, creativity, and insight, Wunderman stands as the first name in advertising that delivers measurable results.

Throughout its network of 130+ offices in 55+ countries and 15+ specialized companies, Wunderman speaks the customer’s language—whatever the dialect—at the right time, creating profitable conversations that build brands and generate sales.

Wunderman Specialties:Interactive, digital marketing, agency relationship marketing, direct marketing





Marketing Research and Planning

Trainee’s Title: Junior Planner


Working with Planning team researching social trends for a range of target markets.


• Research social trends for a range of target markets.• Work with Planning team to analyze information

for insights and to build social media strategies and execution plans for various clients (recommendations, plans, community management, etc).

• Assist Planning team in developing and writing briefs.• Attend internal & external (including team &

brainstorming) meetings.• Create multi-touch point communication platforms.• Bring media neutral ideas to life.

WunDerman www.wonderman.com



Location(s):

ZAAZ–Seattle (Wunderman Net-work)414 Olive Way Suite 500Seattle, Washington

Compensation:• $12.00/hour + OT over 40 hrs•Monthly Metrocard



applIcant requIrementsAcademic Background Professional/Practical Experience:

• Bachelors degree minimum in Marketing, Advertising and/ or Journalism

• Interest, passion, and energy for the world of advertising and marketing communications across all channels (digital, social, mobile, print, television, other forms).

• Passion and experience in writing or journalism


• Good command of the English language in speech/writing• Other European or Asian languages helpful• Microsoft Office tools: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook• Accuracy and attention to detail; Proactive and eager to

learn.• Curiosity of people and their motivations/behaviors.• Ability to digest information and recognize the

commonalities driving to consumer trends.• Good communicator with knowledge of communication

strategies. • Creative thinker. • A love of getting under the skin of customers – their

motivations, aspirations and connections to brands.• An innovative and logical mind that can think laterally.• Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and priorities.• Positive attitude and team player• Take-charge attitude.

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ZAAZ Marketing

Trainee’s Title: Marketing Design Intern


Assist the Marketing Team in daily marketing department activities.


The intern will learn the learn the day to day role, interactions and acitivities required in a US Marketing Department.


• Produce Digital materials for marketing events• Create assets for z-app• Layout for presentations• Design of infographics• Design on brand Materials for internal communications• And layout of ZAAZ case studies



• Working towards or degree in Marketing and Design

• Ability to think strategically and take initiative, as well as the ability to manage several ongoing projects simultaneously, overseeing all the details and proactively solving problems.

• Strong typography and design talent

• Sense of Visual and graphic design


• Good command of the English language in speech and writing

• Proficiency in another European and/or Asian language

• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office product

WunDermAnNumber of Positions: 1


Location(s): Seattle, Washington





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Design Studio

Trainee’s Title: Multi Media Product Designer


Responsible for next gen multi media design and production blending traditional, web and video media. Provide and execute resolutions for out of the box challenges in cross media advertising.


• Soup to nuts conception to production of studio lead creative assignments.

• Work closely with creative personnel to help with design tasks.

• Effective and timely management of assigned projects as requested by creative or senior Studio personnel; overtime and weekend work might be required due to client deadlines.

• Maintain expert knowledge of the latest industry technology to keep current with changing job requirements and work processes.

WunDermanNumber of Positions: 1


Location(s): New York, New York




Ideal Start Date: November 21, 2011

applIcant requIrements


• BA/BS degree; Background in Graphic Art• Knowledge of printing process to help achieve high

quality finished artwork• Strong typography and design talent; Sense of visual and

graphic design.• Familiar with latest multimedia technological advances and

a desire to keep up with current technology as it evolves


• Good command of the English language in speech/writing• Other European or Asian languages helpful• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite 4 (InDesign, Illustrator

and Photoshop), Flash, Quark Xpress, Typography and graphic design.

• Solid Macintosh and computer layout knowledge• Ambitious with a strive towards perfection.• Good communication skills, organization, great attitude,

strong work ethic, flexibility and time management skills.• A detail-oriented, collaborative, team-player

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Department/Company Area/Field of Training: Human Resources (HR)

Trainee’s Title: HR Clerk


• Participate in daily interaction with staff and new arrivals, observation and shadowing, instructional mentoring with the supervisor and hands-on training


• Intern Will gain Knowledge of Human Resources functions and operations in a U.S. settings


• Welcome new employees and assist them in completing required paperwork.

• Review company policies and handbook with new employees.

• Compile new employee files.• Assist with filing and answering phones



• Bachelor’s degree preferred.• Some experience in HR desired but not required.


• Advanced English skills required. Other languages beneficial, such as Spanish, Thai, Chinese, etc.

• Windows Office software products.


• Lawson knowledge helpful but not required.

XAnterrA south rIm, llc www.XAnterrA.com



Location(s): Grand Canyon, Arizona

Compensation:$8.00/hourShared dormitory rm $16/week Discounted meals

Ideal Start Date: February 28, 2012

Average Work Hours: 36-40 hours/week

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We are the in-park concessionaire who operates all the Restaurants, Cafeterias, Hotels and Gift shops within park boundaries.

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