Applications must be submitted on or before Friday, February 9, 2017
The Riverdale Neighborhood House Career & College Youth Internship Program is a stipend-based paid internship. If you are a high school student between the ages of 14 and 18 looking to develop job skills, explore careers and college, and gain experiences that will boost your resume and/or college application then you are encouraged to apply. Selected interns participate in various activities to enhance their experience including career club, academic assistance, college information, health & mental health education, peer-to-peer education, trips, and year-end events.
NEW: The Youth Internship Program is proud to include college access. Besides job readiness training and career explorations, our interns will now receive individualized strategies and support for their post-secondary goals. This includes, but not limited to, academic assessment, college workshops & fairs, and college visits.
If applying you must submit the following:
- Internship Application (1 page)
- Intern YIP Blog (must be typed)
- 2 Reference Forms (references will be checked if accepted)
- Working papers (to be submitted if accepted)
- Copy of current report card (to be submitted if accepted)
When you are satisfied with your completed application please mail or bring to:
Attention:Teen Program
Riverdale Neighborhood House
5521 Mosholu Avenue
Bronx, New York10471
*Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. *
For further information, please contact Teen Program @ (718) 549-8100 ext. 112 or
Visit our website and download the application.
(Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted)
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Career & College Internship Application Form- Spring 2017
I. Applicant’s Contact Information(Please print clearly using a blue or black ink pen.)
Name: ______
(Last) (First)(Middle Initial)
Address: ______
(Street) (Apt) (City) (State) (Zip)
Telephone: ( ) ______ ______( ) ______ ______
(Home) (Cell)
E-mail: ______
Date of Birth: ______/______/______ Age: ______Gender: Female ____ Male ____
II. Education
Name of School: ______Borough: ______Grade: _____
Please list any current after school activities and the days and time it meets:
______
______
______
III. Parent or Guardian Contact Information
Name: ______
(Last) (First)
Telephone: ( ) ______ ______( ) ______ ______
(Home or cell) (Work)
Name: ______
(Last) (First)
Telephone: ( ) ______ ______( ) ______ ______
(Home or cell) (Work)
IV. Work Experience (Please list all previous employment, internship, and volunteer/ community service experience.)
1. ______/ ___ to ___ / ___
(Name of company/organization) (Position)Mo Yr Mo Yr
2. ______/ ___ to ___ / ___
(Name of company/organization)(Position)Mo Yr Mo Yr
3. ______/ ___ to ___ / ___
(Name of company/organization)(Position)Mo Yr Mo Yr
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Career & College Internship Application Form-Spring 2017
Youth Internship Program- Spring 2017Descriptions
A commitment of3 months (March- June) is expected and required for this program. Interns work four hours per week and attend monthly Friday meetings.
A. Garden Internship – Food Connections
Friends of Van Cortlandt Park(80 Van Cortlandt Park South)
For years, Friends of Van Cortlandt Park’s and KingsbridgeCommunity Center’s Garden has educated young people about gardening and its vital role in their community. This internship allows young people to assist in developing and maintaining a community garden. Interns will work in an outdoor gardenlearning about planting, composting and other environmental topics. Interns will promote and implement many aspects of the garden program to community members. This is a great internship for young people who like the outdoors, and interested in food production, horticulture and the environment. Work days/times are to be determined but interns work 4hrs/week with monthly meetings on Fridays.
B. Media and Broadcasting Internship
BronxNet
BronxNet, located on the LehmanCollege campus, is home to the Bronx’s only public access television station and offers diverse programming showcasing the Bronx. Interns will get a behind-the-scenes look on how a television station operates and of the various careers in this field. Teens will learn about studio production, editing, and camera operation as they create their own field-production packages that will be broadcasted at the Open 2.0 show; a show created by teens for teens. This internship is for a motivated, hands-on, and creative teen that wants to expand their knowledge about media and broadcasting. Interns work Mondays and Wednesdays4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. for a total of 4hrs/week plus monthly Friday meetings.
C.TeenCenterMakers
Riverdale Neighborhood House
RiverdaleNeighborhoodHouseTeenCenter, a place for teens to call their own, to discover who they are- and who they want to become, is now redesigned with all new features. The RNH Teen Program is looking for high school students who can help us develop and structure our TeenCenter. As a Teen Center Maker, you will assist in planning recreational activities for our TeenCenter, host special monthly events and actively promote the center. You will development leadership and event planning skills, as well as, strengthen your verbal and written skills. Work days to be determined, but the work times are 5:00 .p.m. -7:00 p.m.
D. Education Internship
Riverdale Neighborhood House
The Learn, Educate and Develop (L.E.A.D) internship at Riverdale Neighborhood House provides youth the opportunity to work side by side with teaching professionals in an after-school setting. Working with young children in a classroom and library setting, teens will have the chance to develop skills required for promoting literacy and learn classroom management skills. As an intern, you will also gain valuable job readiness skills and college preparedness. Interns work Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. for a total of 4hrs/week plus every other Friday from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
E. Health Internship
Hebrew Home
The health internship offers young people an opportunity to intern in a nursing care facility working with the elderly. Interns will work alongside health care professionals to learn about the career and develop the skills to care for the residents. Interns will also participate in various social and recreational activities. As an intern, you will also gain valuable job readiness skills and college preparedness. Work days are to be determined, but interns will work a total of 4hrs/week plus every other Friday from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Interns must be 16 years old or older and will need a PPDandMMR vaccine to intern at this site. ***Applicants are strongly advised to submit their application early.
***All dates and times are subject to change***
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Career & College Internship Application Form-Spring 2017
VI. Spring Internship (March to June)
Please select your top 3 choices (write 1st, 2nd, 3rd ).
____Garden Internship(choose one site) ____Media and Broadcasting ___Friends of Van Cortlandt Park BronxNet
____Education Internship ____Teen Center Maker
Riverdale Neighborhood House Riverdale Neighborhood House
____ Health Internship
Hebrew Home
VIII. References
The last two pages include 2 reference forms. Please identify and give to two (2) reliable people (teachers/guidance counselors, coaches, club advisors, previous employers, family friends, or neighbors) who can vouch for your good character and who have known you for at least six months. Please ensure that the reference forms are returned with the completed application Attn: Teen Program.
Rev. 8/2014
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Internship Application Form 2014-2015
VIII. YIP Blog
On a separate page, blog about why we should hire you. Describe yourself and your career goals. What are your expectations of having a job and being part of an internship program?
Like most blogs, this blog is informal and describes your own experiences and observations. Your blog should be at least150 words and MUST be typed. DON’T FORGET TO CHECK YOUR GRAMMAR AND SPELLING. IT COUNTS!!
Rev. 7/2012
Reference Form
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Career & College Youth Internship Program Spring 2017
Name of applicant: ______Program: ______
(Please print)
To Whom It May Concern,
The applicant named above has applied for one of our internships. As a part of our application process, we require each applicant to obtain two references, which will assist in our selection process. Please rate the applicant objectively based on your personal or professional relationship.
Thank You
Name of reference: ______
(Please print)
Please rate the applicant by the following criteria:
Excellent / Very Good / Average / Below AverageCompetence/Ability to learn and perform assigned tasks / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Leadership skills / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Interpersonal skills / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Creativity / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Dress & Personal Appearance / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Dependability / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Quality of work and workmanship / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Initiative / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Cooperation / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Ability to work with
others/ teamwork / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Patience / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
I know this applicant as: Student Employee Other ______
If employed, list their duties: ______
Remarks: ______
______
Please return completed reference form to applicant in a sealed envelope Attn: Teen Program. If you have any additional questions or concerns please contact me at (718) 549-8100.
Reference Form
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Career & College Youth Internship Program Spring 2017
Name of applicant: ______Program: ______
(Please print)
To Whom It May Concern,
The applicant named above has applied for one of our internships. As a part of our application process, we require each applicant to obtain two references, which will assist in our selection process. Please rate the applicant objectively based on your personal or professional relationship.
Thank You
Name of reference: ______
(Please print)
Please rate the applicant by the following criteria:
Excellent / Very Good / Average / Below AverageCompetence/Ability to learn and perform assigned tasks / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Leadership skills / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Interpersonal skills / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Creativity / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Dress & Personal Appearance / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Dependability / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Quality of work and workmanship / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Initiative / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Cooperation / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Ability to work with
others/ teamwork / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Patience / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
I know this applicant as: Student Employee Other ______
If employed, list their duties: ______
Remarks: ______
______
Please return completed reference form to applicant in a sealed envelope Attn: Teen Program. If you have any additional questions or concerns please contact me at (718) 549-8100.
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