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INTERN & VOLUNTEER DUTIES

The Center is looking for people who have an interest in community and grassroots work. All interns and volunteers should be organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and willing to learn. Strong writing and speaking skills is preferred. Bilingual students (Asian languages & Spanish) are especially encouraged to apply.

Conflict Resolution Specialists (CRS): Interns and Volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks:

Conducting intake interviews, interacting with clients, performing casework.
Possibility of observing and participating in mediation (with completed training).
Assisting with community education, public presentations, and outreach programs.
Assisting in the day-to-day activities and special projects of the Center.

Conflict Resolution Specialists must attend the Center's 25-hour mediation and conflict resolution training. Intern and volunteer positions are available throughout the year. Hours are flexible, but Conflict Resolution Specialists are expected to work at the Center a minimum of 12-15 hours per week, preferably a 3-4 hour shift three times a week, for at least 16 weeks.

Those interested should send or fax a cover letter and resume outlining their skills and interests to:

Kent Zhu / Carolina Garza
Assistant Program Director/ Program Coordinator
Asian Pacific American Dispute Resolution Center (APADRC)
1145 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Fax 213-250-8195
e-mail: kent.zhu@apadrc.org / carolina.garza@apadrc.org




ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

If someone is unable to meet the Conflict Resolution Specialist time commitment, they may still volunteer at the Center and assist with intakes and other projects like:

Language Specialists/Translator: Assist in the translation of APADRC materials for casework, outreach and/or recruitment.
Non-Profit Development/Outreach Specialists: Work with Development Director on grant research & writing, event planning and outreach projects. Outreach efforts include: Raising awareness of APADRC services to various communities through community education, public presentations, and media relations.




HOW TO APPLY

Those interested should send or fax a cover letter and resume outlining their skills and interests to:

Ing Phansavath
CIC Program Director
Asian Pacific American Dispute Resolution Center (APADRC)
1145 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Fax 213-250-8195
e-mail: ing.phansavath@apadrc.org


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