Do you want to change the world with Kaur Foundation? Apply to our summer internship program!
As a Kaur Foundation Intern, you have the opportunity to model and promote the values of respect, kindness, and generosity and create educational experiences for students, teachers, and community members to learn about diversity and overcome fear and prejudice. There are many ways that your talents, skills, and interests can support the mission of our work, and we are excited to work with you!
This year we are looking for a small group of 2-3 college students to work on projects in primarily in the areas of curriculum development and digital media, although projects outside of these areas will be considered. As part of your application, you should briefly describe a project that you would be interested in working on during the internship.
The internships will take place from Monday, June 12 through Friday, August 4. Students may set their own schedule, but are expected to work 15-20 hours per week and be available during standards working hours for U.S. time-zones to meet with supervisors and peers.
Eligibility:
Compensation:
This year we are looking for a small group of 2-3 college students to work on projects in primarily in the areas of curriculum development and digital media, although projects outside of these areas will be considered. As part of your application, you should briefly describe a project that you would be interested in working on during the internship.
The internships will take place from Monday, June 12 through Friday, August 4. Students may set their own schedule, but are expected to work 15-20 hours per week and be available during standards working hours for U.S. time-zones to meet with supervisors and peers.
Eligibility:
- College students enrolled in educational institutions in the United States
- U.S. citizens or otherwise eligible to work in the United States
- We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and academic fields
Compensation:
- $18/hr, expected to work 15-20 hours per week
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FAQs:
Do I have to be a Sikh to apply? No! We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are interested in promoting cultural and religious literacy. What are the intern responsibilities and expectations?
How do I come up with a project to propose? You can start with the examples listed below, but these are only a starting point. We also recommend looking at the resources and materials that we current offer and thinking about what you could contribute to expand or strengthen those resources. Reflect on learning experiences that have been particularly impactful for you. How might you create something similar in collaboration with Kaur Foundation? We do not expect you to have a fully formed project at the application stage—we just want to see the ideas you have. We will work together to develop and refine your project(s) during the internship. You are not limited to a single project either! What if I have an idea outside of the example projects and areas listed below? Tell us all about it in your application! The example projects are there to get you inspired and start thinking about what you would like to do. If your idea is beyond these areas of work, we would still like to hear about it. While these areas represent our current priorities, we are open to exploring other projects as well. Where will the internship take place? All internships will be virtual in 2023. Interns will meet online as a group weekly and with supervisors regularly. Group meetings will be arranged during regular working hours for US-based time-zones. What are the costs associated with participating in this program? There is no cost to apply or participate in this program. |
Learn More about the Areas of Work & Possible Projects:
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Internship Areas
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Curriculum Development & Research --
This is your opportunity to imagine the lessons that you wish had been included in your previous school experiences and then help create the resources to bring them to life in classrooms around the country. What do you wish your classmates or teachers had known about Sikhs when you were in their classes? The heart of Kaur Foundation's work has always been our classroom resources and programs to help teachers increase their knowledge about Sikhism. Interns in this area will work on existing and new curriculum materials, as well as research projects that support our work in school districts across the country. Example Projects:
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Digital & Creative Media --
Apply to your creative talents to showcase the Sikh-American experience through authentic and engaging media. Your skills in photography, video production, graphic design, illustration, or another medium can promote understanding and cultural and religious literacy for a wide audience. We are always looking for new and creative ways to generate understanding about Sikhs and bring our materials to life with images, videos, and other content. Example Projects:
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Communications & Writing --
While this is not one of our primary project areas for 2023, we still welcome applications that include draw on writing and communications skills. Stories and narratives teach us about how to live together and impart critical knowledge. Use your writing and storytelling skills to celebrate the achievements of Sikh students, educators, and other community members and bring attention to issues of concern to Sikhs in the US and around the world. Communications interns will advance the message of Kaur Foundation through both public facing communications and materials that will be used in our classroom materials. Example Projects:
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