Needing a summer internship? Consider IURTC’s Technology Marketing/Licensing Internship. Apply on IUCareers.com today!
Indiana University Research and Technology Corporation (IURTC) is an affiliate of Indiana University (IU). IURTC owns, manages, markets, IU’s inventions. IURTC evaluates inventions for marketability, protects the underlying intellectual property, finds licensees to develop and commercialize products, and negotiates licenses.
We are seeking a summer intern to work with the professional staff at our headquarters in Indianapolis as well in Bloomington to assess life sciences disclosures from IU faculty disclosures and identify prospective licensees. The internship will provide an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of life sciences technology commercialization and develop contacts in Indiana’s life sciences community. The incumbent should have a major or equivalent in a life sciences discipline. An undergraduate degree would be helpful.
A blog dedicated to informing Indiana University Bloomington Psychology and Neuroscience majors of the latest happenings of interest throughout the university and within the department.
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Human Resources - Business Intern - Chicago
AON CORPORATION
BUSINESS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
JOB TITLE: Human Resources - Business Intern - Chicago
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Aon is a global leader in risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human capital and management consulting, and outsourcing with more than 45,000 employees in over 500 offices and 120 countries. We integrate customized services, leverage expertise across industries and apply business knowledge to our clients' strategic goals. Aon helps clients anticipate how change intersects with opportunity. Each of our clients has unique business needs and we have developed expertise for a complete range of business processes, products and industries based on their needs. Aon’s account and relationship managers form a comprehensive perspective of our clients’ organizations, matching our expertise to their business strategy.
Our President & CEO Greg Case’s thoughts on Aon’s future and joining the Aon team?
“The best way to reach our goal of being the world’s premier provider of risk management and human capital consulting services is by making sure the industry’s best and brightest call Aon home. We hope you'll consider joining Aon. It's a great time to be here.”
AON’S INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Aon currently has excellent summer internship positions available. Aon’s Business Internship Program provides interns with 10 weeks of value packed real world experience along with a formal development plan. Below are some of the key components of the Aon intern experience…
Aon Business Area
Aon human resources interns will learn and develop the fundamentals of corporate operations. Aon’s 10-week summer Business Internship Program is comprised of:
Human Resources – Interns working within one of Aon’s Human Resource groups will have the opportunity to gain exposure and skills in one or more areas including compensation, recruiting, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), AAP/EEO compliance, training and employee relations.
A Value Adding Program Development Plan (Curriculum)…
In addition to on the job internship assignment training, our interns actively participate along with their fellow intern colleagues in a formal Development Plan. This provides interns…
An understanding of the basic functions and types of clients within Aon’s businesses
• An understanding of Aon’s ethical requirements
• Training geared toward enabling interns to demonstrate an ability to work in a professional business environment
• Opportunities to network with fellow intern peers at program social events and with Aon colleagues/management at weekly interactive speaker forums
• Opportunities to learn and utilize Aon’s internal systems
• Opportunities to demonstrate interpersonal and teambuilding skills through many networking events
An Opportunity to Explore Post Graduation Career Path Opportunities…
The goal of the Business Internship Program is to give students significant exposure to Aon’s client base and services through assignments, continuing education and a training curriculum. The Program also provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn and prepare for post-graduate career opportunities at Aon. Upon successful completion of the Business Internship Program, highly qualified interns may be offered post graduation full-time positions in Chicago within Aon’s 18-month Early Career Development Program.
HUMAN RESOURCE CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Intern selection will be based upon, but not limited to, the following criteria:
• Undergraduates of junior year status majoring in Business, Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Human Resources (Labor Industrial Relations), Liberal Arts and Sciences or a related degree
• Must graduate between December 2008 and June 2009
• A minimum overall GPA of 3.5 strongly preferred
• Interest in partnering with business lines to consult and advise on Human Resources policies such as the rollout of Aon’s Global Leadership Model, Compensation & Bonus plans and strategic Global Human Resources
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels on the organization
• Critical and innovative thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills, data modeling
• The ability to work with limited direction, extremely proactive, highly driven and self directed
• Demonstrate analytical skills through solid examples of finance, accounting and statistics coursework
• Desire to learn and display Aon’s values including acting with integrity and displaying a client, colleague and community commitment.
• Adaptability – quick learner
• Mature and professional demeanor
• Positive attitude & strong work ethic
• Strong PC skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - extremely strong Excel skill are a must
• Must have a desire to work in a fast paced Human Resources opportunity in Chicago post graduation
• Human resources and/or consulting industry experience a plus
Aon recognizes the value of diversity in our workforce and encourages all qualified applicants to apply.
Aon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are evaluated without regard to race, creed, sex, age, national origin, color, sexual orientation, handicap, or disability. An internship with Aon does not confer permanent full-time employment status. Interns are not entitled to employment benefits.
For more information about Aon Corporation, visit our website at www.aon.com
BUSINESS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
JOB TITLE: Human Resources - Business Intern - Chicago
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Aon is a global leader in risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human capital and management consulting, and outsourcing with more than 45,000 employees in over 500 offices and 120 countries. We integrate customized services, leverage expertise across industries and apply business knowledge to our clients' strategic goals. Aon helps clients anticipate how change intersects with opportunity. Each of our clients has unique business needs and we have developed expertise for a complete range of business processes, products and industries based on their needs. Aon’s account and relationship managers form a comprehensive perspective of our clients’ organizations, matching our expertise to their business strategy.
Our President & CEO Greg Case’s thoughts on Aon’s future and joining the Aon team?
“The best way to reach our goal of being the world’s premier provider of risk management and human capital consulting services is by making sure the industry’s best and brightest call Aon home. We hope you'll consider joining Aon. It's a great time to be here.”
AON’S INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Aon currently has excellent summer internship positions available. Aon’s Business Internship Program provides interns with 10 weeks of value packed real world experience along with a formal development plan. Below are some of the key components of the Aon intern experience…
Aon Business Area
Aon human resources interns will learn and develop the fundamentals of corporate operations. Aon’s 10-week summer Business Internship Program is comprised of:
Human Resources – Interns working within one of Aon’s Human Resource groups will have the opportunity to gain exposure and skills in one or more areas including compensation, recruiting, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), AAP/EEO compliance, training and employee relations.
A Value Adding Program Development Plan (Curriculum)…
In addition to on the job internship assignment training, our interns actively participate along with their fellow intern colleagues in a formal Development Plan. This provides interns…
An understanding of the basic functions and types of clients within Aon’s businesses
• An understanding of Aon’s ethical requirements
• Training geared toward enabling interns to demonstrate an ability to work in a professional business environment
• Opportunities to network with fellow intern peers at program social events and with Aon colleagues/management at weekly interactive speaker forums
• Opportunities to learn and utilize Aon’s internal systems
• Opportunities to demonstrate interpersonal and teambuilding skills through many networking events
An Opportunity to Explore Post Graduation Career Path Opportunities…
The goal of the Business Internship Program is to give students significant exposure to Aon’s client base and services through assignments, continuing education and a training curriculum. The Program also provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn and prepare for post-graduate career opportunities at Aon. Upon successful completion of the Business Internship Program, highly qualified interns may be offered post graduation full-time positions in Chicago within Aon’s 18-month Early Career Development Program.
HUMAN RESOURCE CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Intern selection will be based upon, but not limited to, the following criteria:
• Undergraduates of junior year status majoring in Business, Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Human Resources (Labor Industrial Relations), Liberal Arts and Sciences or a related degree
• Must graduate between December 2008 and June 2009
• A minimum overall GPA of 3.5 strongly preferred
• Interest in partnering with business lines to consult and advise on Human Resources policies such as the rollout of Aon’s Global Leadership Model, Compensation & Bonus plans and strategic Global Human Resources
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels on the organization
• Critical and innovative thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills, data modeling
• The ability to work with limited direction, extremely proactive, highly driven and self directed
• Demonstrate analytical skills through solid examples of finance, accounting and statistics coursework
• Desire to learn and display Aon’s values including acting with integrity and displaying a client, colleague and community commitment.
• Adaptability – quick learner
• Mature and professional demeanor
• Positive attitude & strong work ethic
• Strong PC skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - extremely strong Excel skill are a must
• Must have a desire to work in a fast paced Human Resources opportunity in Chicago post graduation
• Human resources and/or consulting industry experience a plus
Aon recognizes the value of diversity in our workforce and encourages all qualified applicants to apply.
Aon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are evaluated without regard to race, creed, sex, age, national origin, color, sexual orientation, handicap, or disability. An internship with Aon does not confer permanent full-time employment status. Interns are not entitled to employment benefits.
For more information about Aon Corporation, visit our website at www.aon.com
Floatation Therapy Research Group Internships
Looking for something a little different?
Interested in psychology, alternative health, research and non-profit
associations?
Need an internship which can fit to your schedule and which will allow
you to work from home or school?
The Floatation Therapy Research Group (FTRG) seeks interesting,
enthusiastic and responsible individuals to help further the
understanding of floatation therapy and Reduced Environmental
Stimulus Therapy (REST), two therapeutic techniques developed at
the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). In non-clinical uses,
FT and REST promote learning, creativity, visualization, general
relaxation and well-being. In clinical and supervised settings, FT and REST are used to treat depression, addictions, chronic pain, trauma, seasonal disaffective disorder and more.
**Internships are ongoing and are offered both in summer and during
the school year. Internships can start immediately or at a later date.
Interns will work from home or school. Internships are unpaid but offer valuable real-world experience, mentoring and a collegial learning environment.**
We are offering internships in the following areas (some overlap may occur):
Research
- Compile a database of research literature
- Synthesize and highlight key research findings
- Interview lead researchers in the field of floatation therapy and REST
- Investigate new areas of research
Advocacy
- Assist in the application process for non-profit status of the FTRG
- Educate health agencies about FT and REST
- Lobby health insurance companies regarding FT and REST
- Research insurance coverage of alternative health services
- Research federal and state policies re: alternative health services
Organizational Development
- Maintain an existing database of FT practitioners
- Maintain contacts with floatation therapy experts
- Handle media inquiries and marketing
- Assist in website development
- Write and edit web content such as articles and FAQs
- Maintain contacts with floatation therapy experts
- Handle media inquiries and marketing
- Assist in website development
- Write and edit web content such as articles and FAQs
To respond, please send a brief statement of interest (and resume, if
possible) with the subject heading "FTRG Internships" to: info@floatation-therapy.org
Please indicate your preferred internship area (Research, Advocacy,
Administrative or choose more than one) and your availability.
Interested in psychology, alternative health, research and non-profit
associations?
Need an internship which can fit to your schedule and which will allow
you to work from home or school?
The Floatation Therapy Research Group (FTRG) seeks interesting,
enthusiastic and responsible individuals to help further the
understanding of floatation therapy and Reduced Environmental
Stimulus Therapy (REST), two therapeutic techniques developed at
the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). In non-clinical uses,
FT and REST promote learning, creativity, visualization, general
relaxation and well-being. In clinical and supervised settings, FT and REST are used to treat depression, addictions, chronic pain, trauma, seasonal disaffective disorder and more.
**Internships are ongoing and are offered both in summer and during
the school year. Internships can start immediately or at a later date.
Interns will work from home or school. Internships are unpaid but offer valuable real-world experience, mentoring and a collegial learning environment.**
We are offering internships in the following areas (some overlap may occur):
Research
- Compile a database of research literature
- Synthesize and highlight key research findings
- Interview lead researchers in the field of floatation therapy and REST
- Investigate new areas of research
Advocacy
- Assist in the application process for non-profit status of the FTRG
- Educate health agencies about FT and REST
- Lobby health insurance companies regarding FT and REST
- Research insurance coverage of alternative health services
- Research federal and state policies re: alternative health services
Organizational Development
- Maintain an existing database of FT practitioners
- Maintain contacts with floatation therapy experts
- Handle media inquiries and marketing
- Assist in website development
- Write and edit web content such as articles and FAQs
- Maintain contacts with floatation therapy experts
- Handle media inquiries and marketing
- Assist in website development
- Write and edit web content such as articles and FAQs
To respond, please send a brief statement of interest (and resume, if
possible) with the subject heading "FTRG Internships" to: info@floatation-therapy.org
Please indicate your preferred internship area (Research, Advocacy,
Administrative or choose more than one) and your availability.
15th Annual CISAB Animal Behavior Conference
Register for the 15th Annual CISAB Animal Behavior Conference on Friday April 25th at Indiana University.
Our plenary speaker for this year's conference is Irving Zucker, UC Berkeley who will be speaking on biological rhythms. As usual, we welcome contributed papers with special encouragement to undergraduate presenters. Registration and abstract submission ends March 27th 2008.
For out of town guests, a block of rooms has been reserved at the Indiana Memorial Union hotel for the nights of Thursday April 24 and Friday April 25 at a rate of $89/night (Group code: ABC). Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance. The Union Hotel is conveniently located in the same building where the Animal Behavior Conference will take place and within walking distance of several local shops and restaurants.
For more information please see our website: http://www.indiana.edu/~animal/symposium/index.html. If the web site doesn't provide the information you are looking for call 812-855-9663 or email cisab@indiana.edu.
Register now!
See you on April 25
Our plenary speaker for this year's conference is Irving Zucker
For out of town guests, a block of rooms has been reserved at the Indiana Memorial Union hotel for the nights of Thursday April 24 and Friday April 25 at a rate of $89/night (Group code: ABC). Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance. The Union Hotel is conveniently located in the same building where the Animal Behavior Conference will take place and within walking distance of several local shops and restaurants.
For more information please see our website: http://www.indiana.edu/~animal/symposium/index.html. If the web site doesn't provide the information you are looking for call 812-855-9663 or email cisab@indiana.edu.
Register now!
See you on April 25
Join the Criminal Justice Association!
Looking for a way to help your community?
Join the Criminal Justice Student Association as they walk for Middle Way House in Homeward Bound 2008!!!!
Click here to join our team: http://homewardboundindiana.org/dashboard/teams/browse.
For additional information on this visit the homepage for Homeward Bound Indiana: http://homewardboundindiana.org/.
Date: Sunday, April 6th
Time: 12pm (2pm start time)
Location: 3rd St park, Bloomington
Looking for a volunteer opportunity?
Join the CJSA as it volunteers at Midwest Pages to Prisoners
Date: April 7th
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Boxcar Books, 310 S. Washington St.
The Criminal Justice Student Association presents:
Interested in a career in Probation? Come here what this career path is all about!
Jill Barnett & Tracy Carlson from Monroe County Probation
(Current CJSA members, this is election night as well)
Date: Monday, March 24th
Time: 7pm
Location: Ballantine Hall 109
Help the CJSA fundraise! Very easy! No hassle! And delicious!
All you have to do is purchase food on the dates and times listed from Jimmy John's and a percentage of the total sales (dine in, carry out, delivery included) will be donated to the CJSA!
Date: March 20th, April 13th, April 28th
Location: Jimmy John's locations in Bloomington!
Time: 5-10pm!
Haven't you always wanted a CJSA t-shirt?? Don't miss the chance to get a new one!
The CJSA has new 2008 t-shirts for sale ($10.00)
If interested, come to Sycamore Hall 336 to purchase your new favorite shirt. The shirts look great, are comfy and your purchase will help support the CJSA!!!
Interested in joining the Criminal Justice Student Association? Email CJSA@indiana.edu for more information! Or check at the facebook page "Criminal Justice Student Association"!
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Join the Criminal Justice Student Association as they walk for Middle Way House in Homeward Bound 2008!!!!
Click here to join our team: http://homewardboundindiana.org/dashboard/teams/browse.
For additional information on this visit the homepage for Homeward Bound Indiana: http://homewardboundindiana.org/.
Date: Sunday, April 6th
Time: 12pm (2pm start time)
Location: 3rd St park, Bloomington
Looking for a volunteer opportunity?
Join the CJSA as it volunteers at Midwest Pages to Prisoners
Date: April 7th
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Boxcar Books, 310 S. Washington St.
The Criminal Justice Student Association presents:
Interested in a career in Probation? Come here what this career path is all about!
Jill Barnett & Tracy Carlson from Monroe County Probation
(Current CJSA members, this is election night as well)
Date: Monday, March 24th
Time: 7pm
Location: Ballantine Hall 109
Help the CJSA fundraise! Very easy! No hassle! And delicious!
All you have to do is purchase food on the dates and times listed from Jimmy John's and a percentage of the total sales (dine in, carry out, delivery included) will be donated to the CJSA!
Date: March 20th, April 13th, April 28th
Location: Jimmy John's locations in Bloomington!
Time: 5-10pm!
Haven't you always wanted a CJSA t-shirt?? Don't miss the chance to get a new one!
The CJSA has new 2008 t-shirts for sale ($10.00)
If interested, come to Sycamore Hall 336 to purchase your new favorite shirt. The shirts look great, are comfy and your purchase will help support the CJSA!!!
Interested in joining the Criminal Justice Student Association? Email CJSA@indiana.edu for more information! Or check at the facebook page "Criminal Justice Student Association"!
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Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Jewish Studies Course List/Descriptions
The Jewish Studies Program's Fall 2008 course list/course descriptions can be found at: http://www.indiana.edu/~jsp/documents/fall2008courses.pdf
Since Fall Jewish Studies courses are listed in 13 different departments/programs, you will only find this complete list at the website above and not on the Dean of Faculties course description website.
Here you will not only find a list of courses, times, course numbers, course descriptions, but also information about distribution/requirements of courses. Jewish Studies majors, area certificate students and Hebrew minor students can also learn how to reserve seats in some courses.
From "History of the Holocaust" to "American Jewish Popular Music" to "American Jewish Thought and Culture" to Yiddish and Hebrew language courses, there are 28 courses offered during the fall semester.
Check out these exciting Jewish Studies courses at: http://www.indiana.edu/~jsp/documents/fall2008courses.pdf
Since Fall Jewish Studies courses are listed in 13 different departments/programs, you will only find this complete list at the website above and not on the Dean of Faculties course description website.
Here you will not only find a list of courses, times, course numbers, course descriptions, but also information about distribution/requirements of courses. Jewish Studies majors, area certificate students and Hebrew minor students can also learn how to reserve seats in some courses.
From "History of the Holocaust" to "American Jewish Popular Music" to "American Jewish Thought and Culture" to Yiddish and Hebrew language courses, there are 28 courses offered during the fall semester.
Check out these exciting Jewish Studies courses at: http://www.indiana.edu/~jsp/documents/fall2008courses.pdf
Monday, March 3, 2008
Research Assistants Needed: Prairie vole behavior and ecology
We are hiring undergraduate research assistants to work on a project investigating the effects of genetic and ecological factors on monogamous behavior of the prairie vole at the Indiana University Bayles Road Preserve (just north of the IU campus). Assistants will conduct live-trapping and radiotracking of voles, vegetation surveys, and data entry. Previous experience with any of these techniques is desirable. However, the primary requirements for the position(s) are an interest in behavior and/or ecology and enthusiasm for working outdoors under a range of weather conditions. Most work will take place in the early morning and afternoon/evening.
Project dates: mid July-mid September 2008. Number of hours/week are flexible, ranging from ~10-40/week, depending upon employee availability and project needs. Pay $7.00/hour. Assistants may start at full time during summer, with fewer hours scheduled once fall semester starts.
To apply: send a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for two references to Dr. Karen Mabry, Department of Zoology, Miami University. Email applications preferred (mabryk@muohio.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.
Project dates: mid July-mid September 2008. Number of hours/week are flexible, ranging from ~10-40/week, depending upon employee availability and project needs. Pay $7.00/hour. Assistants may start at full time during summer, with fewer hours scheduled once fall semester starts.
To apply: send a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for two references to Dr. Karen Mabry, Department of Zoology, Miami University. Email applications preferred (mabryk@muohio.edu
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