Internships
OAR welcomes interest from undergraduate and graduate students who are seeking to:
- Increase their knowledge and experience of autism and autism research,
- Gain work experience in a nonprofit organization,
- Apply academic experience in a real world setting, or
- Simply help a good cause.
Purpose
The purpose of the internship program is to provide talented young persons the opportunity to gain work experience in a nonprofit organization and learn about autism and autism research in the process.
Location
All internships occur in OAR's office in Arlington, VA.
Applications
OAR accepts applications year round. All intern positions are filled through summer 2009. The next openings are for fall 2009.
Pay
OAR offers a modest stipend. The intern must have their own arrangements for travel to Washington, DC and housing while here.
Internship Roles at OAR
Because OAR has a small staff and a variety of interesting programs and activities, interns may fulfill an assortment of important roles such as:
- Research—Help administer and support annual research competition
- Information—Help manage OAR’s Life Journey through Autism series and monthly e-newsletter
- Communications—Help prepare press releases and promotional materials and maintain this Web site
- Special projects—Concentrated work on a specific program such as the Biennial Research Convocation or a new Life Journey through Autism guide
- RUN FOR AUTISM—Learn about fundraising in OAR’s signature event
- Annual conference—Help prepare conference materials, register attendees, and provide general support during the conference.
For more information or questions, call (866) 366-9710 or email intern@researchautism.org. To apply, please complete the form below.
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