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The Kiran Anjali Project

Non Paid Summer Intern

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$17 - $20.25/hr

Summer intern would co facilitate the Kiran Anjali Project youth program, Teen KAP. There a 3 groups in the Peninsula and South Bay. Teen KAP makes things for our sponsored programs and hosts small ...

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Non Paid Summer Intern

The Kiran Anjali Project

Burlingame, CA • On-site

$17 - $20.25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Company Description

The Kiran Anjali Project(KAP) has a mission to advance the education for disadvantaged children in India, especially girls. KAP provides financial grants and administrative advice to vetted quality educational organisations that educate poor children.

Job Description

Summer intern would co facilitate the Kiran Anjali Project youth program, Teen KAP. There a 3 groups in the Peninsula and South Bay. Teen KAP makes things for our sponsored programs and hosts small fundraisers. Additional opportunities in content research and nonprofit management.

Qualifications

Completed at least one year of undergraduate studies in social work, psychology, sociology, education or nonprofit management. Passion about women's issues and enjoy working with teens. Must have valid CA driver's license and access to a car.

Additional Information

Positive enthusiastic group of teens and a dynamic board of directors.

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