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APPLY TO LEAD FOR OVERLAND Join us for our Wesleyan Information Session! Tuesday, November 3rd 6pm in PAC 004 Email liz@overlandprograms.com with questions or to set up an interview. To learn more, sign up for leader hiring up dates and download our application, visit www.overlandprograms.com/leaders. Our first application deadline is December 7, 2009. Overland offers outdoor trips (hiking & biking), community service projects, language study abroad, environmental science, summer writing and gap year programs for young adults ages 11 to 18 from across the country and around the world. Now in our 26th year, Overland is proud of our tradition of small groups, carefully-crafted programs and superb leadership. WHO ARE OVERLAND'S LEADERS? Overland's leaders are bright, dynamic and accomplished college students and recent graduates who are motivated by the desire to have an impact on the lives of the students they lead, while enjoying the camaraderie of inspiring colleagues and the excitement of world travel. Caring, motivated, and fun, our staff of 120 leaders ensures the safety and well-being of every Overland student. Far more than simply counselors, guides, or instructors, Overland's leaders are wonderful role models for our students, inspiring these young adults to understand the importance of friendship, consideration, teamwork, and determination. Our staff ranges in age from 20 to 27, with most leaders between the ages of 21 and 24. Most of our leaders have completed at least their sophomore year of college, worked with kids, and had extensive leadership experience--typically through high school and college leadership positions (e.g., sports teams, student government, outing club, service organizations, etc.). WHAT IS IT LIKE TO LEAD FOR OVERLAND? Leading an Overland program is one of the most challenging jobs you can imagine, but it's also one of the most fun and fulfilling. You'll begin with ten days of leader training. During these days you and your co-leader will learn about the logistics of your program, the backgrounds of your students and the basics of Overland's approach to leading. Once your program starts and your students arrive, you'll find that your days are exciting, fulfilling, and fun--and that they are long, tiring, and demanding: you will lead 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week on programs that last from two to six weeks long. At the end of your program, you will return to Williamstown for a few days to reflect on your experience, your students, and your program's logistics. These days serve as a fitting end to your Overland summer as you reconnect with the rest of the staff and share stories from your travels and adventures around the world. HOW DO I APPLY? Visit www.overlandprograms.com/leaders to download our application. Our first round application deadline is December 7, 2009 and finalists will be interviewed in December, January and February. Contactliz@overlandprograms.com with questions or to schedule an informal interview at Wesleyan. Appalachian Mountain Club YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM OUTDOOR ADVENTURE INTERN Job Description Summary Description: The AMC’s Youth Opportunities Program (YOP) provides training and support for more than 250 youth workers in the Northeast region to independently lead youth groups into the outdoors. YOP makes the outdoors accessible to urban and at-risk youth through provision of training, trip planning assistance, reduced rates at AMC facilities, and use of equipment. The Outdoor Adventure Intern will be responsible for supporting a new initiative that involves planning, organizing, and leading year-round outdoor adventures for five Boston youth agencies. The Intern will work closely with the project’s coordinator to offer a continuum of activities for youth that will promote leadership development. The goal of the project is to provide powerful leadership opportunities for youth in fun, challenging settings that inspire them to participate in future outdoor adventures. The position will be based out of our Boston, MA headquarters. A small stipend is available. Internships should last a minimum of two months and up to one year. Duties and Responsibilities:
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To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to James Barnett, Youth Programs Manager, Youth Opportunities Program, Appalachian Mountain Club, 5 Joy Street, Boston, MA, 02108;jbarnett@outdoors.org; or Fax: 617-523-0722. The Appalachian Mountain Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. Appalachian Mountain Club YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP TRAINING INTERN Job Description Summary Description: The AMC’s Youth Opportunities Program (YOP) provides training and support for more than 250 youth workers in the Northeast region to independently lead youth groups into the outdoors. YOP makes the outdoors accessible to urban and at-risk youth through provision of training, trip planning assistance, reduced rates at AMC facilities, and use of equipment. The Outdoor Leadership Training Interns will be responsible for supporting YOP’s Outdoor Leadership Trainings (OLT) and Advanced Skills Workshops for youth workers. The Intern will work closely with program staff on a variety of program trainings including OLTs, Canoe Workshop, Advanced Backpacking, Winter Exploration, and Map and Compass. The position will be based out of our Boston, MA headquarters. Internships should last a minimum of two months and up to one year. Trainings take place year-round. A full training calendar is available at http://www.outdoors.org/education/yop/yop-schedule.cfm Duties and Responsibilities:
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To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Kristen Peterson, Coordinator, Youth Opportunities Program, Appalachian Mountain Club, 5 Joy Street, Boston, MA, 02108; kpeterson@outdoors.org; or Fax: 617-523-0722. The Appalachian Mountain Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. October 7 2008 |