campus leaders program

BT’s Campus Leaders Program is the most direct way for college students to support Building Tomorrow.

Campus Leaders are the heart and soul of what we do as they are the ones who (along with the help of their classmates, friends and university communities) commit to raising $45,000 to construct a BT academy and give 325 kids in Uganda the opportunity to learn inside of a classroom–a first for most.

100% of the funds raised by BT Campus Leaders & their chapters goes directly towards program costs in Uganda. BT’s administrative costs are covered by outside donations and grants.

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high school internship

BT’s high school internship is a perfect opportunity for high schools students to establish a BT presence at their schools.

In general, HS Interns work to raise awareness and funds to provide learning space for current and future students at BT academies in Uganda through events such as Sit for Good and Buy a Brick-Build a School.

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internship criteria

We want you to apply if you…

• have a passion for education equality and believe in empowering young people
• are a self-starter and committed to the greater good
• enjoy navigating unforeseen challenges
• are an incredibly creative thinker
• are an exceptional team player with a great work ethic
• have an unshakable thirst to be at the heart of social change
• seek to find ways in which education aid can be sustainable and life-changing
• wish to put your talents and skills to work in an office setting

All applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a current undergraduate or graduate student in good academic standing.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Have experience using basic office software suites including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• A flexible schedule enabling one to work 20 hours a week.

compensation
All fall 2010 internships are unpaid.

to apply for an internship

Please send resume, cover note, three writing (or design) samples and three references by e-mail to intern@buildingtomorrow.org, with the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line. Application acknowledgment will be sent and short-listed candidates will be contacted.

digital media intern

creating & disseminating BT videos

Specific responsibilities will include:

• create & disseminate weekly video updates to BT’s online networks
• create 7-10 minute BT “documentary”

sit for good intern

Continuing to develop BT’s K-12 service learning campaign—Sit for Good

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Outreach to elementary, middle and high schools throughout the Indianapolis area
• Contact national education organizations to help spread the word
• Contact education schools, programs and education-related student organizations at colleges
• Develop new educational materials for Sit for Good
• Solicit teacher and participant feedback

civil/structural engineering fellowship

General responsibilities of this 12-month commitment include:

• overseeing construction efforts at BT sites in Uganda
• implementing community construction training programs
• assisting in evaluation and solving of design and structural on-site challenges
• providing support as needed to BT’s in-country staff

fellowship criteria

We want you to apply if you…

• have experience successfully working alongside a team of diverse individuals
• have a passion for education and believe in empowering young people
• are a self-starter and committed to the greater good
• enjoy navigating unforeseen challenges
• are an incredibly creative thinker
• are an exceptional team player with a great work ethic
• have an unshakable thirst to be at the heart of social change
• seek to find ways in which education aid can be sustainable and life-changing
• wish to put your talents and skills to work in a developing country

The Civil/Structural Engineering Fellow will play a large role in successfully implementing the construction of BT academies. Specific responsibilities include:

• Approving future BT Academy building site designs
• Ensuring structural integrity as a top priority in the construction of BT academies
• Making weekly visits to all active construction sites and approving completion of contracted work
• Providing feedback to Building Tomorrow Uganda/USA on progress reached at BT academy sites
• Other duties as assigned

compensation

This fellowship is a volunteer position. BT will provide accommodations, international health insurance and allowances for all business-related expenses in Uganda including transportation. Travel to Uganda will be covered by BT.

All applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Willing to make a 12 month commitment (with possibility of renewal) to Building Tomorrow
• Hold at least an undergraduate degree in civil/structural engineering
• Ideally have experience working in a developing country
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Have experience using basic office software suites including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

to apply for the fellowship

Please send CV, cover note, and three references by e-mail to george@buildingtomorrow.org. Application acknowledgement will be sent and short-listed candidates will be contacted.