General Information
The Center for Latin American Studies has contacts with several local organizations in the San Diego area that have internship possibilities. For more information on how to receive credits for internships please contact esaenz@mail.sdsu.edu
Listings
ProSalud: In Tijuana
A health clinic specializing in community health education located in Tijuana, Mexico.
Tasks:Train to be a sexual and reproductive health promoter and visit maquiladoras, schools and other venues in Tijuana and deliver health education materials to young people and lead them in discussion.
Requirements: Advanced Spanish and a commitment to work in Tijuana one full day a week over a two-semester period.
Read more under: Tijuana Internship Opportunities, or email mlenoue@mail.sdsu.edu for more information.
Mixtec Cultural Exchange Program: In San Diego
Tasks:
- Teach English or Spanish to Indigenous Mixteco Adults
- Provide tutoring and educational activities to Mixteco youths
This is a great opportunity to learn about the Mixteco culture, practice your Spanish, and gain practical experience in language instruction. No prior tutoring experience needed; this is a hands on learning experience for you and the Mixteco community.
Requirements: Must be available to teach on Tuesdays or Thursday evenings in Linda Vista from 5:30-8:30 and help with cultural workshops on two Saturdays over the course of the semester. Spanish preferred, but not required.
Email mlenoue@mail.sdsu.edu for more information.
Unaccompanied Minors Shelter Program: In El Cajon and Lemon Grove
Teach life skills and provide educational and recreational activities to refugee minors while they await reunification with their families in the U.S or abroad. Learn first hand about the experience of youths who have immigrated to the U.S. alone, while helping them learn about American culture and practicing your Spanish.
Requirements: Must be 21 years old and commit to work both fall and spring semesters. Spanish speaking preferred, but not required.
For further information please contact Michelle Lenoue at mlenoue @mail.sdsu.edu or 594-1103
American Friends Service Committee
Tasks: Strategic planning for center activities, involvement in decision making and press conferences. Also participate in current research projects (including the environmental costs of the triple fence, High chases of border patrol and other Human Rights projects)
Requirements: Preferably bilingual and up to date with current immigration issues and policies.
Apply: Send resume and cover letter stating why you would like to be part of their organization.
Contact: (619)233-411
Legal Aid Society of San Diego
Contact: Jason Turner (619)262-5557 Ext.2638
San Diego Arts Media Center
Task: Marketing, office work, distribution
Requirements: Will be assigned according to major and interest
TV Channel 61 KGHB
Tasks: Production-editing, photography, operations-administrative, business
Requirements: Chicano/Journalism/Broadcasting
Contact: Armando Corral (858)278-6161
Casa Familiar
Task: Depends on student's interest and availability
Contact: Andrea (619)428-1115
U.S. Pretrial Services Internship Program
Tasks: Will be paired up with officer and part take in daily activities, a lot of computer work, participate with clients in custody and supervision of cases, learn the job of an officer, improve report writing and how to interpret criminal records.
Requirements: Good computer skills and drug screening
Contacts: Tammy Wiedling (619)557-3414
Web Site: www.caspt.uscourts.gov
AIXA Quiros Latinos and Latinas in Action
Tasks: Community organizing and advocacy, leadership building, survey building, administrative tasks.
Requirements: Interest and preferably Spanish speakers
Contact: Aixa Quares (619)283-9624
Website: www.midcitycan.org
Big Sister League Mentor Programs
Tasks: The intern would be responsible for recruiting/training/matching and supervising volunteers.
Requirement: Interest
Contact: Maryann Kissling (619)297-1135
Environmental Health Coalition
Dedicated to the prevention and cleanup of toxic pollution threatening public health, and the environment in the San Diego/Tijuana region.
Requirements: 16 hours a week and at least 1 semester commitment.
Apply on line: www.environmentalhealth.org
Contact: (619)235-0281
Last Update: 03-Sep-2009
