The ECDC Multicultural Community Center – Wausau is a branch office based in downtown Wausau serving refugee families and individuals living in Central Wisconsin. 

The Ethiopian Community Development Council, Inc. (ECDC), established in 1983, is a non-profit, community- based organization that advocates on behalf of refugee and immigrant issues; conducts cultural, health education, and socio-economic development programs; and resettles refugees in the U.S. through a network of affiliate partners. While organized to respond initially to the needs of a growing Ethiopian community in the Washington, D.C. area, ECDC from its inception has been serving newcomers from diverse cultural backgrounds while maintaining a focus on African refugees and immigrants. 

Internship Summary:  

The Community Outreach and Engagement Intern provides support to the ECDC Multicultural Community Center Staff in Wausau, reporting directly to the Co-sponsorship Coordinator, producing deliverables to enhance the office’s ability to serve its clients. 

Duties 

Assist the staff in the following ways: 

1. Supporting communication efforts with community groups, such as civic organizations and faith communities, to recruit potential partnerships in refugee support 
2. Creating and updating outreach materials designed for a broad public audience 
3. Creating and developing web-based resources and social media campaigns 
4. Supporting staff in the direct delivery of refugee support services such as setting up apartments for new arrivals, gathering donations, and assisting case workers and co-sponsorship teams 
5. Supporting the outreach manager in setting up meetings and running events with community groups 
6. Tabling at public outreach events and some basic office support 

The Stevens Point Public Defender, located in Stevens Point, WI, represents defendants who cannot afford an attorney, The Public Defender fulfills the Constitutional guarantee of the right to have an attorney. In Stevens Point, the Public Defender Office provides legal representation to individuals facing incarceration without the financial means to hire their own lawyer. 

You may contact the Public Defender for questions about: 

• Legal representation in Stevens Point 
• Criminal defense services and assigned counsel 
• Stevens Point Legal Aid, Bar Association and Defender Association 
• Public court records 
• Free legal advice 

Option 1: Paralegal (located in Stevens Point) 

Learning objectives include: 

• Direct client contact  
• Drafting correspondence  
• Introduction to legal research  
• Observing court. 

Option 2:  

Legal Secretary (located in Stevens Point, Wausau, or Wisconsin Rapids) 

Learning objectives include:  

• Answering the phone  
• Reviewing criminal complaints  
• Contacting attorneys to see whether the attorney would accept appointment in a criminal case 
• Filing and other administrative tasks

When traveling in any area of Nicaragua, all it takes is the mention of Wisconsin to elicit a large smile and a warm greeting. The reason? For 55 years Wisconsin and Nicaragua have been involved in a partnership following their motto, “Working Together We Make A Difference”.  

Wisconsin/Nicaragua Partners of the Americas {aka W/NP} is a progressive and viable humanitarian service organization actively implementing and administering programs in Nicaragua. 

W/NP’s goals are to: 

• Promote mutual understanding and establish lasting relationships among citizens and institutions of Wisconsin and Nicaragua; 
• Foster volunteerism and self-help attitudes through the implementation of education, economic and social development projects; 
• Leverage development assistance funds from public and private sources. 

W/NP is a not-for-profit, non-political organization working together to enhance quality of life in both countries, by people-to-people programs promoting cultural awareness and sustainable community development. W/NP is comprised of individuals of all ages, groups of all types, educational institutions and businesses. Programs are divided into focus areas which include cultural diversity, women and families, agriculture, youth, health and humanitarian assistance.

The Cornerstone Press is a small, independent publishing house and teaching press. As the only press of its kind in the University of Wisconsin system, and one of four undergraduate, student-staffed presses in the United States, the Press operates with the support of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point Department of English, the School of Humanities and Global Studies, and the College of Letters and Science. Established in 1984, the press has published over 50 titles to date in multiple genres. 

We are located in the Collins Classroom Center (Room 127) of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. 

Interested in the Press? 

If you are an undergraduate or graduate student English major or minor with questions about courses related to the Press, are a writer interested in publishing a book through the Press, or are looking for general Press-related information, please contact: 

Dr, Ross K. Tangedal 

Director/Publisher, Associate Professor 

Stevens Point Campus 

715-346-4532 

127 Collins Classroom Center  

ross.tangedal@uwsp.edu 

Midwest Review is a literary journal housed at UWSP. Multiple internships allow students to receive first-hand experience in the area of publishing literary works. 

Midwest Review is an annual literary magazine that features work by writers, photographers, and artists who live in, have lived in, or have spent time in the Midwest—that diverse region of the northcentral United States that includes the Great Lakes area and the upper Mississippi River valley, and the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Kansas, and Missouri. Of course, the Midwest is also a state of mind. 

Awards and Recognitions 

Taxi by Pardeep Toor appeared in Midwest Review 8 and was anthologized in the Best Debut Short Stories 2021: The PEN America Dau Prize. 

In Aerial Views by Elizabeth Favorite appeared in Midwest Review 7 and was a 2019 Notable Essay in Best American Essays. 

The Fixer by Dennis Day appeared in Midwest Review 4 was a distinguished shotts in the 2016 Best American Mystery Stories. 

Editors 

Jeff Snowbarger 

Jill Stukenberg 

Publisher 

Ross Tangedal 

The Portage County Literacy Council is a nonprofit based in Stevens Point. We believe all adults have a right to literacy. We work with adults to help them achieve the ability to read, write, and speak English; and understand and use information to make decisions about their lives. Literacy gives adults the tools they need to care for their families, maintain employment, avoid poverty, understand health information, get involved in the community, access further education, and more. 

PCLC offers one-on-one tutors and small group instruction at different times and locations throughout the county in order to increase accessibility. We serve adults with different socioeconomic and racial/ethnic backgrounds. We’re committed to creating a learning environment that is focused on the learners’ goals and advances mutual respect, trust, dignity, and fairness. 

Volunteer with the PCLC to tutor an adult in our community, or you may have another skill to share to help us do our work behind the scenes. 

How to Apply:  

Contact the PCLC anytime to receive an introductory orientation to tutoring and complete a Tutor Application. 

Benefits of Tutoring? 

Tutoring is a rewarding experience. Our learners choose to come to us for services and are motivated to learn. With your support, they can build their skills and achieve their goals! 

Make a difference in someone’s life 

• Meet new people 
• Strengthen your community 
• Build your skills and resume 
• Experience the world without leaving town 

Tutor Qualifications 

• Adults age 18 and over 
• The ability to read, write, and speak English at an advanced level   
• Completion of new tutor training and activities 
• Ability to volunteer for 2-4 hour/week for at least 6 months 
• Flexible, dependable, and patient teaching style 
• Respect for adult learners and people with diverse backgrounds 

Leopold Fellowship Programs support fellows at different career stages. Visit for information on current openings.

Internship opportunities with the Wisconsin State Public Defenders Office are available across the state of Wisconsin.

• Investigation internship
  • Investigation interns work with our talented team of public defender investigators to gather facts and evidence in support of trial attorneys. Interns may gain hands-on experience locating and interviewing witnesses, reviewing bodycam footage, or otherwise helping to build a strong defense for our clients.
• Paralegal internship
  • Paralegal interns assist SPD attorneys with essential legal and organizational tasks. A day on the job could mean conducting client intake and interviews, performing legal research, or working with attorneys to prepare for trial.
• Client services internship
  • Client services interns help our dedicated team of client services specialists connect clients with the resources they need. These interns will evaluate the social, emotional, and health needs of our clients in order to identify relevant treatment programs and alternatives to sentencing.

Contact the Wisconsin State Public Defenders HR department to learn more.

The Forest History Association of Wisconsin is funding a student as an intern at the UWSP.

Archives for the purpose of developing research packets for the use of students participating in National History Day. Packets will be fully digitized and include at least ten primary sources, a bibliography, and a summary in the manner of a Friendly Finding Aid. While the focus will be on materials within the FHAW collection at the UWSP Archives, other relevant material might be incorporated. The packet will be housed digitally at UWSP Archives website. 

This packet is precisely the resource NHD students are looking for and its creation will increase the likelihood that participants in future National History Days choose this important topic in the history of Wisconsin forests. 

Brad Casselberry of the UWSP Archives will have day-to-day supervision of the intern at the archives. Brett Barker will be the intern’s instructor of record, as the intern will have to enroll in History 450 Public Internship. 

The History Archive Lab is a student-work space in 308 CCC. It is designed to offer hands-on experience for students interested in working on cataloguing historical artifacts in order to make these available to researchers and a general public. 

Specifically, the Department of History and International Studies and the University Archives are collaborating with the Portage County Historical Society. Currently, Portage County Historical Society owns about half a million artifacts (documents, maps, images, artifacts) stored in boxes in various  locations across Stevens Point. Over the course of the next years, UWSP students will be part of an effort to catalog these historical sources. Students can apply for internships or receive internship credit by registering for HIST 450 to participate in this project. 

Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes partners with 4,000 volunteers, serving approximately 10,000 Girl Scouts, and covers 58 counties across Northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We are the champions of Girl Scout ambition. We raise our collective voices to emphasize the Girl Scout difference. We provide a safe and inclusive environment where Girl Scouts can discover accessible experiences designed to nurture leadership, innovation, and compassion. 

As part of our commitment to inclusivity and community engagement, we are seeking a Translation Services Intern to support our efforts in reaching Spanish-speaking populations and fostering stronger connections with Spanish-speaking girls and families. This internship will provide valuable hands-on experience in translation, cultural adaptation, and community outreach within a dynamic and supportive environment. 

Internship Overview: 

As a Translation Services Intern, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our materials and communications effectively reach Spanish-speaking individuals and communities. This internship will involve both written translation and real-time interpretation to facilitate effective communication with Spanish-speaking girls, families, and stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to work closely with our team, review documentation through a cultural lens, and contribute to the enhancement of our programs and initiatives for the Spanish-speaking community. 

Responsibilities: 

• Provide written translation services for various Girl Scout materials, including program materials, brochures, forms, flyers, and more, from English to Spanish.  
• Support the development of culturally sensitive and inclusive communications that resonate with Spanish-speaking girls and families. 
• Assist in real-time interpretation during meetings, events, workshops, and other program activities to ensure effective communication with Spanish-speaking participants. This is an optional opportunity, and interns will be compensated for mileage. 
•  Collaborate with our team to review and improve existing documentation through a cultural lens, ensuring that our materials are culturally appropriate and accessible. 
•  Participate in community outreach initiatives, such as attending local events, organizing workshops, or delivering presentations to engage with Spanish-speaking communities and promote our programs. Interns will always be partnered with GSNWGL staff and volunteers. They would not be asked to recruit or host programming. They would be on-site to provide translation services only. 
• Contribute to the planning and execution of special projects aimed at improving the experience of Spanish-speaking Girl Scouts. 
• Stay updated on cultural nuances, current trends, and best practices in translation and cultural adaptation to provide accurate and relevant translations. 

Qualifications: 

• Students must be enrolled at UWSP, have junior or senior standing (undergraduate seeking; 60+ credits), and have at least a 2.0 GPA. They must also be first-generation, non-traditional, or Pell Grant-eligible. 
• Fluency in both English and Spanish, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages. 
• Strong cultural competence and understanding of the diversity within Spanish-speaking communities. 
• Experience in translation and interpretation, either through academic coursework, volunteer work, or previous professional experience. 
• Familiarity with Girl Scouts or similar youth-focused organizations is preferred but not required, 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. 
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality translations. 
• Sensitivity to cultural nuances and the ability to adapt communications accordingly. 
• Passion for community engagement and making a positive impact in the lives of girls and families. 

Benefits: 

• $10/hour, working up to 15 hours/week. Earn up to $1,500 per semester. 
• Gain hands-on experience in translation; cultural adaptation, and community outreach. 
• Work closely with a supportive team dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
• Expand your network and establish professional connections within the nonprofit sector. 
• Develop valuable skills in communication, project management, and intercultural competency. • Contribute to creating inclusive and empowering experiences for Spanish-speaking Girl Scouts. 
• Flexible scheduling options to accommodate academic requirements, if applicable. 

Additional Information & Requirements: 

• Remote work environment for written translation services. All written translation projects can be done remotely, including work time, communication, and meetings. 
• The location and travel requirements for any real-time translation service needs will be communicated in advance and are optional. 
• Interns will need access to a computer with word processing software. 
• Interns must provide an email address to communicate with the council on projects. 
•  A phone number where you can be reached by call or text is beneficial, but not required.

Performs intermediate human support work Supports students with academics in classrooms and small group instruction in district programs. Assists in language assessments as needed. Facilitates homeschool communication by interpreting/translating information for families (e.g., referrals, special needs assessments, emergency information, student fees, parent conferences or parent meetings, truancy, registrations, after-school events) via meetings, phone calls, written communication, and home visits while maintaining appropriate confidentiality. Assists students and their families with completion of required forms and provides other information as needed., and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal. 

Qualification Requirements 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Essential Functions 

• Supports students with academics in classrooms and small group instruction in district programs. Assists in language assessments as needed. 
• Facilitates home-school communication by interpreting/translating information for families (e.g., referrals, special needs assessments, emergency information, student fees, parent conferences or parent meetings, truancy, registrations, after-school events) via meetings, phone calls, written communication, and home visits while maintaining appropriate confidentiality. Assists with completion of required forms and other information as needed. Keeps appropriate records of these communications. 
• Maintains order with students in cafeteria, on playground, and in hallways. 
• Provides clerical support (e.g., filing, copying, laminating, creating charts, etc.). 
• Communicates and collaborates with classroom teachers.  
• Assumes other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Skilled fluency in English and Hmong or Spanish, both orally and in written communication. 
• Ability to prioritize well and complete tasks on time as required.   
• Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality. 

Education and Experienc

Associates degree or completion of at least two (2) years post secondary study (at least 48 credits).

Performs intermediate human support work Supports students with academics in classrooms and small group instruction in district programs. Assists in language assessments as needed. Facilitates home school communication by interpreting/translating information for families (e.g., referrals, special needs assessments, emergency information, student fees, parent conferences or parent meetings, truancy, registrations, after-school events) via meetings, phone calls, written communication, and home visits while maintaining appropriate confidentiality. Assists students and their families with completion of required forms and provides other information as needed., and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the principal. 

Qualification Requirements 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Essential Functions 

• Supports students with academics in classrooms and small group instruction in district programs. Assists in language assessments as needed. 
• Facilitates home-school communication by interpreting/translating information for families (e.g., referrals, special needs assessments, emergency information, student fees, parent conferences or parent meetings, truancy, registrations, after-school events) via meetings, phone calls, written communication, and home visits while maintaining appropriate confidentiality. Assists with completion of required forms and other information as needed. Keeps appropriate records of these communications. 
• Maintains order with students in cafeteria, on playground, and in hallways. 
• Provides clerical support (e.g., filing, copying, laminating, creating charts, etc.). 
• Communicates and collaborates with classroom teachers.   
• Assumes other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Skilled fluency in English and Hmong or Spanish, both orally and in written communication. 
• Ability to prioritize well and complete tasks on time as required.   
• Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality. 

Education and Experience 

Associates degree or completion of at least two (2) years post secondary study (at least 48 credits). 

Selected applicants will visit Japan and gain English teaching experience in a program sponsored by the local Japan public school system in Fukuoka Prefecture. Funding by the city of Munakata, Fukuoka will cover the expenses in Japan for the selected participants.

Program Contents:

TEFL Training Workshops

Teaching Experience

Camp Counselor Experience

TEFL Certificate (optional)

Japanese Language Program (optional)

Teaching Practicum:

During the program the team will conduct a series of English day camps at Global Arena for 4th grade public school students. The camps consist of small group language and recreation activities. Our team will also do similar English classes in the public schools for various grades. All sessions are run as a team, dividing students into small groups, with support supervisors helping to facilitate each class. This is a fun, low-stress teaching-experience environment.

TEFL Training: The teacher training aspect of the program touches on a wide-variety of English as a Second Language teaching skills and focuses strongly on current developments in English Education in the Japan school system. Participants in this program will be well positioned to apply for teaching positions in Japan including the Japan English Teaching (JET) Program.

Housing & Meals: Weekday housing will be at the Global Arena camp facility. The facility is modern, but bedrooms are shared rooms with several bunk-style beds in each room. Bedrooms will be divided by gender. On Weekends, the team will travel to Nagasaki and stay in the GHJ

Dormit01y/Clubhouse, Weekends are off and team members are free to travel at their own expense. All meals are provided at Global Arena and a meal-stipend will be distributed for weekends.

Japanese Language Tutors: Participant interested in learning/improving Japanese language skills will be assigned Conversation Partners. 90-minutes sessions: 45 min. Japanese practice/45 min. English practice. All tutors are volunteers, so this is also a great way to make friends in Japan.