United Way branch in The Woodlands offering student internships

The Montgomery County United Way will be the recipient of United Ways of Texas' Robert M. Tinstman Fellowship for internships for the fall semester of 2011.

The Tinstman Fellowship offers students the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of non-profit organizations. Fellows are being sought specifically for income and marketing positions. Income fellows must have taken courses in economics, sociology or social work, and have research and analysis experience, writing experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Marketing fellows need strong communication skills and must possess an attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. Additionally, they must have experience with Microsoft Publisher, Word and Photoshop. Experience with the Joomla website application is a plus, as are Spanish-speaking skills.

Fellows must be undergraduate or graduate students at an accredited college or university who have completed 45-plus college credit hours with a minimum 2.5 grade point average overall. The student will spend 20 hours each week at the Montgomery County United Way. The United Way system is comprised of professionals of diverse backgrounds, therefore students of any major course of study will be considered.  

To apply for the fellowship, click here. Call Julie Martineau with any questions at 281-292-4155, ext. 245, or e-mail julie@mcuw.org. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, Feb. 28.

The Montgomery County United Way is a non-profit organization working to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of community. For more information, call 888-844-6289, ext. 235, or 888-825-9682, ext. 235, for Spanish, or visit the website at www.mcuw.org.