Global Brain Education Leader Internship
1. Organizations
- Host Organization: International Brain Education Association (IBREA)
- Program offered by: IBREA Foundation, New York, USA
- Sponsor: Korea Institute of Brain Science (KIBS), Republic of Korea
2. The Internship Program
The International Brain Education Association (IBREA) is an international not-for-profit educational association which offers training to realize the unlimited potential of the brain for creating health, happiness, and peace on earth. IBREA is composed of a board of directors drawn from leaders in the brain education field, certified brain education instructors, and a general membership of individuals who support the principles and goals of Brain Education.
In the US, the IBREA Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to educate individuals, communities, and nations to realize the potential of the human brain to bring health, happiness and peace to all of humanity and the Earth. IBREA Foundation increases awareness of the brain's potential through education and training, events, research, publications, and partnerships with others including governments, corporations, non-governmental organizations, schools, academic institutions, hospitals, and other community and international organizations.
The IBREA Foundation offers the Global Brain Education Leader Internship program to develop leaders who will contribute to global society using the principles and practices of Brain Education. The Internship program provides an opportunity for participants to train their mind and body to become productive, creative and peaceful global leaders who understand the spirit of world peace and learn to take responsibility for the Earth through practice.
Initially, interns will take part in a Global Leadership Workshop and learn about: themselves, leadership, the United Nations, Brain Education, and the activities of IBREA. During the internship, interns will have the opportunity to apply this knowledge in the real workplace in a Brain Education-related organization.
As the main sponsor of the internship program, the Korea Institute of Brain Science (KIBS), an NGO in consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council, is a not-for profit research institute whose mission is to develop innovative, behavioral interventions for bettering human brain function, to elucidate their mechanisms of action, and to identify practical applications. Sponsorship by KIBS provides interns with the opportunity to be able to participate in conferences or seminars held at the United Nations.
3. Internship Terms and Activities
1) Terms and Number of Interns (12 weeks)
(Spring) March 1 - May 21
(Summer) June 14 - Sept 3
2) Pre-Education (Korea only)
- Interns will learn the history of Kookhak and Brain Education basics
3) Internship Program (USA)
1. Introduction to the United Nations, IBREA, and Internship arrangements: IBREA, New York
2. Internship practice: At Brain Education Organizations including IBREA,
the Power Brain Center, and Brain Education Centers in the New York area
4. Intern Duties
- Interns will have the opportunity to work on a variety of different projects in different Brain Education-related organizations.
- Possible duties include assisting with: Promotion of the Earth Citizen Movement; Publication of newsletters and BrainWorld magazine; Development of Brain Education Online program; Brain Education programs for children, youth, and adults; Outreach to the local, national, and international community; Preparation for conferences or meetings; Website management; Other administrative duties.
5. Qualifications
- Brain Education experience
- University student (senior) or graduate
- Good grasp of spoken and written English (Knowledge of other languages such as French, Spanish,
or Chinese is an asset)
- Proven interest in international activities
- Brain Management Consultant or Brain Trainer certification (not required, but an asset)
6. Benefits for those who successfully complete Internship:
- Certificate of Completion
- Brain Management Consultant course scholarship, USA (up to 30% of program course fee)
- Possible referral to other Brain Education-related opportunities
7. Application Process
- Application deadline: December 30
- Successful applicants will be notified by Jan. 2010 (to be announced)
- Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview by Jan. 2010 (to be announced)
8.Internship Expense
- Interns are responsible for their own costs related to travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
9. How to Apply for the Internship
Please forward your application form, a resume and cover letter to: Yujung Lim (lim@ibrea.org).
Please include the follow information in your resume:
Education, Work Experience, Volunteer Experience, Special Skills (Languages, Computer-related, Other)
Please include the following information in your cover letter:
Why do you want to be a Global Brain Education Leader intern?
Why do you think you would be a good fit for this program?
What, other than work experience, do you hope to gain from this experience?
How will the internship help you meet your goals?
Please note: Although placement staff is welcome to recommend this program, we prefer to communicate directly with applicants. Due to the large number of applications expected, only those successful applicants will be contacted. Please do not contact us to inquire about your application.
For more information, please contact Yujung Lim (lim@ibrea.org)