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Education within a college and/or university no longer guarantees you a good job.  The job market is more competitive now than it has ever been.  Stop Abuse for Everyone offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market but will transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for.  Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for a real-world experience.  This internship does not consist of merely typical thankless and menial work but provides a truly hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Having this intern experience can put you at the top of the list among job candidates.

Desired SKILLS:

 • Strong proficiency in Windows and/or Mac operating system. Linux a plus.
 • Knowledge of Photoshop as it pertains to web-related tasks such as creating buttons, slicing images, image optimization, etc.
 • Experience with HTML, CSS and the ability to code without the use of a WYSIWYG program.
 • Familiarity with Adobe Dreamweaver or equivalent programs.
 • Design skills including website layout, image selection, typography and use of color.
 • Up-to-date on all current market trends (SEO, Google analytics.)
 • Understanding of the importance of group work as well as individual work.
 • Strong analytical, problem solving, and research skills.
 • Strong written and oral communication skills.
 • Self-starter; organized; detail-oriented; able to manage time and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
 • Basic Social Media knowledge.
 • A basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications and email (Outlook.)
 • A desire to learn more about trending web technologies.
 • Knowledge and experience with any of the following a plus: Joomla, JavaScript, PHP, XML; SQL databases.

Duties Include:

 • Participate in website redesign and content review.
 • Website layout and interface creation and implementation, including graphics creation (banners, titles, buttons, etc.)
 • Edit and update existing website content.
 • Coordinate content updates and uploads to the websites.
 • Review and provide regular statistical and analytical reports of website traffic.
 • Integrate Blog applications and Social Networking functions into the websites and/or work with them in a stand-alone environment.
 • Keyword review and analysis.
 • Ad banner creation.
 • Cross-browser testing and troubleshooting.
 • Work as a team with other interns to assure office communication and organization.
 • Complete long-term projects assigned by hierarchy.

By the end of this training the trainee will have learned to:

 • Add real-world professional web production experience to their educational credentials.
 • Improve their knowledge and skills in numerous aspects of Web Development.
 • Compile a portfolio of completed assignments at the end of the internship.
 • Participate as part of a team, on shared assignments and projects.
 • Work on a strict deadline.
 • Build relationships through various networking channels.
 • Utilize teamwork skills.

Length Requirement:

We have Spring, Fall, and Summer internship programs available.  Upon successfully completing the program, interns will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Letter of Recommendation.  For more information on program length and hour requirements, email director@stopabuseforeveryone.org

Specifications:

This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real-world experience. The students’ interests must lie in web development.

College Credit:

While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.

Apply:

Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to intern@stopabuseforeveryone.org. For more information, please call 1-661-829-6847.

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The Disturbing Reason Why Half of All Girls in Pakistan Think Domestic and Sexual Violence is OK

By Teen Vogue 02/16/2016

“… A heartbreaking report revealed that more than half of teenage Pakistani and Indian girls believe that domestic violence is justified for at least one reason, including refusal to have sex. …”

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Hozier and Saoirse Ronan collaborate to raise money for domestic violence

By Cosmopolitan UK 02/14/2016

“… Hozier created a song called Cherry Wine – a piece that was written from a male perspective of an abuse sufferer. He has now enlisted the help of actress Saoirse Ronan and Emmy winning director Dearbhla Walsh to create a visual that further highlights the issue of domestic violence. …”

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Batesville nonprofit opens domestic-violence shelter for men

By Three Rivers Edition 02/11/2016

“… “Many people do not realize that domestic violence also affects men,” said Patty Duncan, executive director of Family Violence Prevention Inc. in Batesville. “It’s not just male/female relationships. Domestic violence includes intimate partners, family and household members.” …”

Read the entire article:http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2016/feb/11/batesville-nonprofit-opens-domestic-violence-shelt/?f=threerivers

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Abuse inquiry to meet elderly victims as ‘matter of urgency’

By The Scotsman 02/10/2016

“… The inquiry, which could take up to four years, will cover allegations of abuse of children in formal institutional care including faith-based organisations, children’s homes and secure care as well as those in foster care, long-term hospital care and boarding schools. …”

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Funding comes in for Aboriginal anti-domestic violence program

By The Townsman 02/09/2016

“… Announced by the provincial government, the Ktunaxa/Kinbasket Child and Family Services will use the funding for it’s new ‘In the Spirit of Peace’ program, which incorporates experiential therapy, responsive methods and traditions with current therapeutic practice to help families impacted by domestic violence. …”

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DA Announces Effort to Stop Teen Domestic Violence

By The Times of San Diego

“… “We know that it will ‘take a village’ to make a difference,” said Jessica Yaffa, the Domestic Violence Council President. “This campaign is not just about educating our youth, it’s about getting the attention of parents, teachers, school boards, officials and community members to start a conversation about what healthy relationships should and can look like.” …”

Read the entire article:http://timesofsandiego.com/life/2016/02/08/chargers-join-effort-to-stop-teen-domestic-violence/

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Elder Abuse Victims Protected Under Domestic Violence Law

By NJ.com

“… A “victim of domestic violence” also includes any person, regardless of age, who has been subjected to domestic violence by a person with whom the victim has a child, or with whom the victim anticipates having a child, if one of the parties is pregnant. “Victim of domestic violence” is also defined to include any person who has been subjected to domestic violence by a person with whom the victim has had a dating relationship. As set forth above, the Domestic Violence Prevention Act was drafted to cover a number of situations, including when the perpetrator is a spouse, significant other, live-in family member, or even a non-relative roommate. …”

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Gay Men Left Vulnerable as LGBT Domestic Violence Organization Faces Closure

By Take Part 02/06/2016

“… Because domestic violence is widely viewed as a women’s issue, federal funds are typically funneled to organizations that cater to female victims. But when that happens, some of the most marginalized communities are left with nowhere to turn in times of crisis. …”

Read the entire article: http://www.takepart.com/article/2016/02/06/lgbt-domestic-violence

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