Leadership Internship ISSOS Summer School Yale

WHAT DOES THIS JOB INVOLVE?

Leadership Interns at ISSOS Yale work as a team to look after the welfare of up to 160 students aged 13-18 years old. They also help to organise and run the sporting activities and our varied evening programme. 

Individually, each Leadership Intern is in charge of their own group of up to 15 students. Leadership interns act as positive role models and are the first point of contact for our students, who come to us from over 80 countries around the world.

All of our summer positions are fully residential and all of our staff teams will be actively involved in the various events and activities that we put on for our students.

WHO CAN APPLY?

To apply for our roles you must either be a UK or a US citizen, or have the legal right to work in the US.

IMPORTANT 

All applicants must submit their application via our website. For the Leadership Internship role, please choose Male or Female Counselor from the role list. 

YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Looking after the welfare of our students
• Helping your group to bond and being a positive role model for them
• Running and taking part in the evening programme and sporting activities
• Running and supervising the cultural trips included in the programme
• Making sure our students are happy and safe at all times.

WHAT SKILLS/EXPERIENCE DO YOU NEED? 

• Previous experience working with young people (minimum 2 years) is essential
• Interests in sport, music, theatre, dance and other hobbies would be advantageous
• You must be fluent in English.

THE TYPE OF PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Wants to have a positive impact on young people
• Is fun in nature and doesn’t take themselves too seriously
• Works well in a team and has a flexible attitude
• Stays calm under pressure
• Has clear and effective communication skills
• Is enthusiastic with the ability to self-motivate and use their initiative.

REIMBURSEMENT:

Before the start of the session, we run a three-day orientation (dates are inclusive of this).

Staff members receive reimbursement after the session. Travel reimbursements and any finders’ fees are paid separately. 

We provide accommodation in all locations for all staff. Meals are provided in the halls of residence once students arrive, however, staff are responsible for their meals during Orientation. 

$2400 USD for the session

Travelling within the US:

Up to $350 reimbursed for travel to/from Yale  

Session Dates 

Yale: Wednesday 10th July – Monday 5th August 2024

WHAT WILL YOU GET OUT OF IT

Our Leadership Intern roles are a brilliant opportunity for anyone looking to gain more experience working with young people. You will improve your leadership and teamwork skills while working with students from over 80 nationalities, at the same time as having a fantastic summer experience of your own. No two days at ISSOS are the same and we are really proud of the fact that our staff team have as much fun during the summer as our students do.