College
Internships
We are excited to offer up to five internships each year through a competitive application process open to returning undergraduates who are currently attending an institution of higher learning in Appalachia. We will also consider students who are from the region or have a meaningful connection to this place.
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This is a paid internship opportunity that also includes a living/transportation stipend.
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We invest deeply in the education and mentoring we provide for PAGE Interns. We provide pre-program training for the Summer projects, which in years past have included oral histories, digital storytelling, podcasts, gardening, and other interdisciplinary labs. Our staff each Summer includes Project Facilitators: documentary and visual artists, digital learning specialists, teaching artists, historians and scientists. These Project Facilitators provide mentoring and guidance for our College Interns, so they can create empowering learning experiences for girls.
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PAGE interns are financially compensated for their work, although the details of their pay depends on the specific school they attend (whether their school or program offers internship stipends, for example). In addition, they can apply for a living stipend that can be used for their housing and/or transportation needs. If desired, PAGE interns can use these funds to live on nearby UNCA's campus for June and July. A personal vehicle is required, though some interns prefer to carpool for the commute. Questions about pay will be discussed during the interviews or can be directed to maia.surdam@pageprograms.com
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Interns benefit from the leadership and support provided by PAGE’s Programs Director (Maia Surdam), Assistant to the Program Director (Debbie Chandler), Executive Director (Rebecca Stephens), Creative Communications Specialist (Ryn McCall), and Future Pathways Coordinator (Dr. Cathryn Hughes-Barnett).
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We foster community among our Summer team members by planning cultural activities that allow interns to learn more about the traditions, histories, and landscapes of southern Appalachia. Food is an important part of the PAGE Summer program as well. During active programming, our Food Coordinator and “Kitchen Angels” provide two delicious meals per day featuring seasonal and local ingredients as much as possible.
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In years past, we have hired college students from Berea College, Mars Hill University, Duke University, University of North Carolina-Asheville, and Western Carolina University. We invite Undergraduates who are from Appalachia or who are currently attending an institution of higher learning in the region to consider applying to become part of our team — and our story.