Paid Internship: Program Assistant for the IU Indianapolis Arabic Studies Program

Are you interested in learning how a higher education program runs? Do you like connecting with students and community members? Do you have an interest in learning about Arabic and Islamic studies? If so, please apply for a paid internship with the IU Indianapolis Arabic Studies Program. You will work up to 10 hours per week during the school year, getting paid $15 an hour.

The program assistant will (1) promote the program to Arab and Muslim communities, including religious congregations, public schools, and Muslim schools like MTI and Eman; (2) connect with college-bound high school students who may be interested in the program minor; (3) promote the program on campus at various Arab, Muslim, and multicultural affairs events and tabling at the campus center; and (4) work with community members to promote the program on social media (Insta, X, and Facebook). You will need to access transportation around central Indiana.

If you would like to apply, send an email to program director Prof. Edward Curtis, ecurtis4@iu.edu by August 15, 2024. Include your résumé or a simple list of your educational and extra-curricular achievements, previous work history, and the best way to contact you. In your email, explain why you have an interest in the job and why you think you can succeed in the post. Please note: you must declare a minor in Arabic and Islamic studies to be eligible.