Program and Operation Internship Opportunity
with
Disabled Sports USA National Headquarters

Accommodations in DC area provided

Internships with Disabled Sports USA offer valuable experience in:

• Program development
• Data collection and analysis
• Event management
• Public relations
• Non-profit Operations
• Working with beginner through elite athletes with disabilities
• Office administration and management
• Opportunity to live and work in the DC metro area

Disabled Sports USA was founded in 1967 by disabled Vietnam Veterans and is a member of the United States Olympic Committee. DS/USA has 86 chapters in 35 states, and is one of the largest community based organizations in the country providing sport and recreation opportunities for persons with physical disabilities.

A fall intern is required to assist the Programs Services Department. This includes a Department of Labor research project, observing ‘the relationship between organized recreational sport participation and the outcomes of career development and job attainment among individuals with recently acquired physical disabilities. The intern will work closely with University of Louisville personnel to assist with research methods as well as data collection. The intern will also assist with general office duties relating to other projects within program services (including mailing, data entry, responding to inquiries, among other tasks). Skills required include using the internet as a research tool, good skill level with Microsoft applications, such as excel and word. Database entry and maintenance will also be required. Applicants should have excellent task management and communication skills.

Send a resume and cover letter outlining interests and availability to: events@dsusa.org or fax: (301) 217 0968

Posted 9/02/05 - Position Open Indefinitely