There has never been a more exciting time to be an intern at the Harvard Foundation for Intercultural and Race Relations. The Foundation was started in 1981 by the president and deans of the College with the aim to "improve relations among racial and ethnic groups within the University and to enhance the quality of our common life."
This mission has come alive in events of all types:
-Cultural Rhythms: An annual celebration of diversity at Harvard that has traditionally featured over 30 student groups and over 1000 student attendees. Past Artist of the Year honorees have included Lucy Liu, John Legend, Shakira, Will Smith, Jackie Chan, and many more.
-Portraiture Project: The Foundation seeks to increase the number of portraits of minority distinguished alumni. Prominent figures to join the collection include Rulan Pian, Eileen Jackson Southern, Archie Epps III, and many more.
-Science Conference: An annual conference hosted to encourage local area students of all backgrounds to explore careers in math, science, technology, and engineering.
-Student-led initiatives: Interns at the Harvard Foundation have conceived a plethora of enriching programming, ranging from panel discussions on interracial dating and socioeconomic status to large events like Diversitas 2011, a celebration of culture at Harvard.
-And many more: The Harvard Foundation hosts a number of other dinners, ceremonies, and events including honoring a Humanitarian of the Year, hosting an Artist in Residence, funding over $50,000 in student organization grants, overseeing the Race Relations Advisor Program, and coordinating a Writing and Film Series. In the past, guests of the Harvard Foundation have included Secretaries-General of the United Nations, Heads of State, Nobel Laureates, and other world renown artists and leaders.
Interns are actively engaged throughout the Foundation’s event-planning process, from helping to compose invitations to speakers to publicity design and event logistics. Student interns also serve as liaisons between the Foundation and the over 80 cultural organizations on campus.
The Harvard Foundation emphasizes the importance of personal growth through the internship. Because of our commitment to mentorship and long-term development, only freshmen and sophomores are eligible to apply . Once hired, interns are expected to commit to the position for the remainder of their time at Harvard.
Important Dates:
Information Session in Philips Brooks House Parlor Room
Wednesday, September 7th at 8:00pm
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Application Deadline
Wednesday, September 14th at 11:59pm
The students and staff at the Harvard Foundation invite you to join our team. We are looking forward to receiving your application.