University Intern for the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Learning Center  At The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation (Summer 2012)

Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that sustains the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, the Center for Public Affairs, Air Force One Pavilion, and the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Learning Center. Located in Simi Valley, California, the Reagan Library houses over 55 million pages of gubernatorial, presidential, and personal papers, and the Museum is home to more than 40,000 gifts and artifacts chronicling the life and legacy of Ronald and Nancy Reagan. It now serves as the final resting place of America’s 40th President.

The Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Learning Center

The Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Learning Center (APLC), a national resource for civics education and support, engages the future leaders of America with the aim of developing proactive, informed, educated, and conscientious citizens and leaders. The organization develops innovative educational content, makes it available to educators and students, and aligns the efforts of prominent local and national civics-oriented organizations. Additionally, the APLC increases awareness of the importance of civics education and encourages individuals from all parts of our society to become active participants in the democratic process.

Job Description:

The University Intern of the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Learning Center will have the opportunity to work with a small team in a dynamic professional setting while earning college credit as determined by the intern’s university. The APLC is committed to providing an authentic learning experience throughout the tenure of the summer internship. This position will provide exposure to various fields:

·         Education: The APLC’s experienced education team designs curricula, runs civics-themed programming for students, and offers professional development opportunities for educators.

·         Museum: The APLC is housed at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, one of thirteen presidential libraries. These libraries are both archives and museums, bringing together the documents and artifacts of presidents and their administrations.

·         Events: In addition to working with the APLC education team, the intern may assist our events group with logistics for major events and renowned speakers hosted at the Library.

During the internship, the Annenberg Presidential Learning Center will sponsor career lunches featuring various professionals throughout the Reagan Foundation and Library. Potential career lunches may include: Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Development Officer, Director of Communications and Programs, National Archivists, Director of Information Technology, Educators and more.

Responsibilities:

An intern must be a motivated and responsible team player able to multitask in pursuit of the following objectives:

·         Education and Programming: Contribute to the creation of guides or manuals to help workflow of the APLC and/or the Reagan Foundation. Implement social media projects to share the message of civics education and awareness with a wide audience. Assist with communication strategies such as an APLC newsletter. Create and maintain accurate and active lists of civics educations programs, curricula, and professional development opportunities for website.

·         General Support: Participate in planning, promoting, and staffing education events. Correspondence via email, social media, and phone. Perform standard office duties including maintaining office organization, printing, and spreadsheets.

Qualifications:

A successful candidate for this position should possess:

·         Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize with attention to detail.

·         Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and web navigation.

·         Interest in one or more of the following areas: Education, Civics, Service, History, Non-profits, or Museums.

Requirements:

Applicants must:

·         Be 18 years of age or older and provide evidence of full-time enrollment at a local university.

·         Be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week for ten weeks OR complete at least 100 hours of service. We highly encourage interns to commit to longer than the minimum requirement.

·         Submit and clear a background check as required by the Reagan Foundation.

·         Maintain a professional appearance and correspondence.

·         Knowledge of the following is a plus: blogging, social media, website design, wiki-space development, and social bookmarking.

Reporting Relationships:

This position will report to the Education Coordinator of the Annenberg Presidential Learning Center and work closely with the entire department.

How to Apply:

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to: [log in to unmask]

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Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation ATTENTION: Education Coordinator of the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Learning Center

40 Presidential Drive Simi Valley, California 93065

(805) 577-2759

Anthony Pennay

Director of the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Learning Center

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation

40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, California 93065

T: (805) 577-4156

F: (805) 577-4094

www.reaganfoundation.org/education

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