Education/Business Development Intern
Host Company:
LaFaFa
Location:
Dates of Internship:
June 18 - August 10, 2012
Language Level:
0 (No Mandarin required)
Internship Description:
LaFaFa Education is focused on providing early childhood development education programs for Chinese children ages 4-8. With a staff of 20-30 in their headquarters in Beijing and over 280 staff across China, LaFaFa teachers strive to create unique learning experiences for kindergarten age students, utilizing a kit of tools to teach including music and other innovative methods.
Currently LaFaFa is working with over 300 kindergartens in China by offering an English language program, music program and science program.
Skill & Experience Required:
- People-oriented and collaborative work style
- Interest in business development and international education
- Background in early childhood development preferred
Sample Projects:
LaFaFa interns would work primarily on developing potential business networks and development opportunities between LaFaFa and schools, educator development organizations, and universities in the United States. Additionally, interns would support development plans for setting up an international teacher recruitment plan and program to bring educators to China.
Benefits for Intern:
Interns would have the opportunity to combine a passion for education, cultural and language education, and early childhood development.
Benefits for Company:
The importance of quality education and English language skills continues to grow as the world becomes even more connected. LaFaFa Education will greatly benefit from a motivated, passionate intern who can help the company improve and refine the company's early childhood development strategy.
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