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Community Internship 3002GIH

“I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve.”

Albert Schweitzer

Carol-joy PatrickCoordinator, Service Learning

Senior Lecturer, GIHE

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS: Community Internship

“I highly recommend this course. Not only is it thought provoking and inspiring . It’s also a fantastic way to make a practical, positive change in our world.” Shae Costella

“Community Internship teaches you far more than a text book. It’s a hands on, rewarding subject that instills a sense of purpose and perspective into your ordinary university routine.” Annabelle Hughes

"The impact this [course] had on me was profound and unexpected.  It has changed my global views and has opened my mind to working on something beyond my own interest in my working life."  Scott Carboni, B.Commerce

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THIS PRESENTATION

1. Student Testimonials

2. Course structure & activities

3. Why students choose Community Internship

4. Range of internship roles and places

5. What employers think of volunteering

6. Personal benefits of volunteering

7. Choosing mentoring as a volunteering activity

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COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP COURSE DETAILS

Minimum 50 hours volunteering in community sector Individual internships 10 Credit Points Free-choice elective course (Not fee-free-choice elective) Fully graded Self-paced modules Academic Advisor Reflective Journaling

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COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP: ACTIVITIES

Minimum 50 hours volunteering in community organisation Three face-to-face lectures (available on-line) Four face-to-face tutorials Four self-paced modules

Two face-to-face consultations (or more) (optional) Opportunity for assessor feedback for all assessment preparation

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COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP: ASSESSMENT

Internship Plan 20% Peer Discussion 20% Internship Report 50% Project Conduct 5% + 5%

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SEMESTER AVAILABILITY

Semester I Semester II Summer Semester Across semesters Within the semester timeframe Inside and outside the semester timeframe

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RANGE OF INTERNSHIPS

On campus Off campus Uni-organised activity Single person activity Group activity Discipline based Fund raising Positive Activism BYO

• Activity-based

• Role-based

• Project-based

• Research-based

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WHO CAN DO COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP

WHO CAN:

GU undergraduate studentsStudents who have completed minimum of 80CP credit pointsMasters students International studentsStudents without “free-choice” elective space

WHO CAN’T:

• QIBT Students

• Open University students

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MORE STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

"I was looking to make a positive difference in someone's life but I had no idea that it would be my own.  This experience has changed me as a person and I would recommend it to anyone."  (Brittany Laidlaw, B.Env)

"The community internship is worth the equivalent of a whole degree in interpersonal skills, professional skills & personal values."  (Skye Miller, B.Arts)

"Amazing professional experience with a supportive company.  Amazing staff for the course.  You will be changed."  (Clare Smith, B.Crim & Crim Justice)

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WHY STUDENTS CHOSE COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP

Resume and reference Work experience Real life experience Practice English skills Challenge myself Support in refining

career choices

Giving backHelping othersChance to volunteerGive something back to communityGet to know what the real needs are in community

Recommended by others

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ACHIEVE ALL THAT PLUS …

You can make a change Improve someone else’s life You grow as a person Contribute positively to

community Life changing New perspective towards the

community Experience working with others Understand the need to give

rather than take Learn new things every day

Improved English skills **** Gives you a sense of purpose Puts things in perspective Opens your eyes Absolutely rewarding It’s exciting No exams Rewarding Develop personally and

professionally Builds confidence and

competence

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INTERNSHIPS

• Animal Welfare

• Australia’s First Peoples

• Community Centres, Social Enterprises

• Disability

• Disadvantage/Poverty

• Emergency Services

• Environment & Sustainability

• Health & Well-being

• Homelessness

• Mentoring

• Multicultural

• Seniors

• Youth

• Refugees

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TYPES OF ROLES AND PROJECTS

Finance Liaison and Promotions; Event Coordinator; Fundraising; Researcher; No Interest Loans (NILS) Officer; Various Support Roles; Project Co-ordinator; Social Media Engagement Researcher; Landscape and Arts Designer; Conference Co-ordinator; Reuse and Recycle; Business Analyst; Retail Consultant; Sales and Marketing Management; Supply Chain Management; Lifestyle and Education Co-ordinator; Red Cross Researcher; Day Service Volunteer and Education Advisor; Finance Intern; Stage Manager; Volunteer Manager; Sales Manager; Fundraiser; Office Manager; Market Researcher; Environmental Support Worker; Rehabilitation and Environment Researcher; Companion and Lifestyle Coordinator; Data Analysist; Learning Club Tutor; HR Assistant; Activity Assistant; Administration Support; Community Researcher; Child, Youth and Family Services; Volunteer Migrant & Refugee Settlement Support Volunteer; Aged and Disability Services Volunteer; Mentor Tutor and Engagement Volunteer………..

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SAMPLE ORGANISATIONS

GU Multi-faith Centre; GU Pacifika Club; GU School of Education & Professional Studies; Hopewell Hospice (HH), Paradise Kids and Holiday House; Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF); Loganlea Community Centre; Multi-Cap; NACC / Green Streets; Relationships Australia; Ronald McDonald House; Royal Children's Hospital; St John's Ambulance; St Vincent de Paul; Studio Village Community Centre; Wesley Mission Brisbane; West End Community House; Anglicare Southern QLD formerley Spiritus; Dress for Success; Gateway Community Group Inc.; GU Golden Key International; GU Student LINX; Logan East Community Centre; Multiple Births Association; Queensland Academies: Young Scholars; Red Cross; The Smith Family; Uniting Care Community - Disability; 139 Club; ACCORAS; BABI; Blue Care Brisbane; Board of Benevolence (Free Masons); Burnie; GU Multi-faith Centre; GU Pacifika Club; GU School of Education & Professional Studies; Hopewell Hospice (HH), Brae; Drug Arm; Endeavour Foundation; Friends of the Earth; GU School of Human Services and Social Work; Logan Central Library; Multilink; Natural Connections; Rotary Club Ashmore; RSPCA; Set Free Care; Uniting Care Community - Special Projects; Yalari - Indigenous Organisation; Community Services Australia; Centacare Transitional Housing Program; Brisbane City Council Environment & Heritage Protection; MHANLEG Environment Group …………………

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WHAT IS COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP

It is different. It is unique. It is fulfilling. It is thrilling. It’s life-changing. It is REAL.

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WHAT IS COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP

It will be possibly the best experience you have at University. It will be the most rewarding thing you have done. It will be something of which you are extremely proud. It will challenge you to grow your professional and personal skills.

It is not just work experience. It is not just volunteering.

Not regular classroom. Not regular assessment.

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YET MORE STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

"Community Internship is the only subject in 3 years that I have been able to build and reflect on my personal values and feel like I can make a difference"  (Jessica Woosley, B.Photography)

"Community Internship is more than just a course.  You learn about yourself, the community, and the world around you.  You can't go wrong in choosing this course - you can work in your field of interest, get course credit, and get that good feeling of helping others."  (Zoe Hollinger, B.Bus)

"I highly recommend this course, not only is it thought provoking and inspiring, it's also a fantastic way to make a practical, positive change in our world."    (Shae Costello, B.Arts)

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EMPLOYERS VALUE VOLUNTEERING

Research shows that employers value volunteer experience highly and are more likely to select candidates who have volunteered over those who do not have this experience. (University of Western Australia)

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EMPLOYERS VALUE VOLUNTEERING

The following skills were both highly valued by employers and well developed in volunteers:interpersonal, communication and teamwork skillscross-cultural communication skillsorganisational and management skillsinitiative, resourcefulness and adaptabilityproblem-solving skills.

As one human resource manager insisted, these are ‘tough skills, not soft skills’, which are hard to develop and highly sought after in the Australian workforce. Due to the changes caused by globalisation and the emergence of a knowledge-based economy, employers value them even more highly than job-specific technical skills. (Monash University)

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EMPLOYERS VALUE VOLUNTEERING

TimeBank commissioned reed.co.uk to carry out research amongst over 3,000 employers and employees across the UK in June 2009. Findings include:84% of those responsible for hiring agree that volunteering is a way to help people find workOver 70% of employers believe that those who volunteer have a better chance of earning a higher salary and gaining promotion 20% of employees said volunteering helped their communications skills, 19% said their team working abilities were improved and 10% said their time management had improved When recruiting, 80% of employers value volunteering on a CV24% of employees said that volunteering helped them achieve a promotion and 14% said that volunteering had helped them achieve a higher salary 23% of employers said that they believed volunteering helped staff with team working skills, 15% said that it helped staff with organisational and time management skills, 21% said it helped with communication skills and 10% said it helped with leadership and management skills

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PERSONAL BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

“Among other things, the study found that service participation positively affects students’ commitment to their communities, to helping others in difficulty, to promoting racial understanding, and to influencing social values. In addition, service participation directly influences the development of important life skills, such as leadership ability, social self-confidence, critical thinking skills, and conflict resolution skills. Service participation also has unique positive effects on academic development, including knowledge gained, grades earned, degrees sought after, and time devoted to academic endeavours. “

(Astin, A W, Sax, L J and Avalos, J. (2003). Long-Term Effects of Volunteerism during the Undergraduate Years in Campus Compact)

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PERSONAL BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

“In total, the research on the benefits of giving (volunteering)is extremely powerful, to the point that suggests healthcare professionals should consider recommending such activities to patients.”.

“In addition, the survey results indicated that volunteers have less trouble sleeping, less anxiety, and better friendships and social networks.

“If you could create a pill with the same results as indicated by the survey of American volunteers, it would be a best seller overnight.”

Dr Stephen Poster, Professor of Preventive Medicine. Quoted on www.probonoaustralia.com.au/news/2012/10/confirmed-volunteering-good-you

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FINAL STUDENT TESTIMONIAL

"This Course exceeded all expectations and gave me memories, skills, connections and experience I will carry with me through the rest of my life.“ (Lauren Chalfont, B.Arts)

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COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP STAFF

Carol-joy Patrick: Coordinator & Convenor

Catherine Longworth: Academic Advisor

Ben Cameron: Partnerships Coordinator

Nicole Rasmussen: Coordinator, Student Partnerships Program

Bernadett Dobos: Marketing & Partnerships Officer

Maria Georgas: Administrative Officer

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