Virtual Panel discussion

The AAS Continued Education/Science Committee had its first project done on Saturday, January 26th, 2008. It was a Virtual Panel Discussion on Pursuing Careers in Healthcare and it was done over a teleconference that day from 1pm to 3pm. It consisted of a discussion of between moderators and several professionals.

The event received positive reaction from those who participated and those who were able to listen in. It is in general agreement that the discussion was very helpful in many ways. It was nice to see the perspectives of students in several diverse fields related to science and healthcare.

One moderator commented how hearing first hand perspectives not only highlighted the enjoyment and satisfaction that comes along with being in graduate school and working alongside motivated peers towards a personal goal but also the difficulties that come. It was especially helpful to hear what realistically can and cannot be accomplished.
A moderator recalled how the professionals were very open and interactive, and did not shy away from any of the questions. Their personal recollections and advice helped the listeners empathize with what the professionals are going through right now and what they went through in the past. Needless to say, each professional had something unique to say and this diversity of experiences helped the students gain rich insights into many different fields.

Among many things that were learned that day, it was clear that it is important to learn to stay organized. One would have to learn to manage his time and he may have to put his social life on hold for a while. “But that's the way it works,” a moderator commented, “but more importantly, the effort is worth it in the end.”

The status of the recording of the discussion is unknown at the time but the Education/Science Committee hopes to put it up somewhere soon for others to benefit.

AAS healthcare internship

Introduction

Choosing lifetime career can sometimes be critical to many students. In order to guide students through the transition state of their life, AASuccess now offers an internship opportunity to meet rising interest of some students in the field of science and medicine. This program is particularly designed for AASuccess members who are currently attending high school and/or university and plan to pursue health or any science-related careers. Throughout the program interns are given the opportunity to work with AASuccess Friends who are physicians, dentists, and other participating professionals of the same field

Objectives

The purpose of this program is to supply students with hands-on experiences in various careers including health and science related fields. By working with physicians, dentists and other professionals who have devoted their times to serve others in the community, students will further enhance their understanding towards their life’s calling.
Moreover, the program educates students about the state of art of science such as the field of medical science and the importance of preventive techniques and treatments. For example, the medical science internship covers a wide range of different topics, such as etiology of disease, best practices, job responsibility, communication coupled interaction at the professional level and so on. In addition to expanding students’ scope of knowledge, the program also serves to allow students to discover and recognize their full potentials

Procedure

Endurance

a) Each intern is required to complete 30 hours (2 months period) of learning with their professionals.
b) Starting date of internship:
Session 1: march 15th – may 15th
Session 2: June 15st – august 15st
Session 3: September 1st - November 1st
Session 4: Jan 15th – March 15th
c)The student needs to send in the application 3 months before the first date of their wanted session.

Applicants’ requirements

a) All applicants must be above the age of 15
b) 1 letter of recommendation
c) The student applicants must submit a 200-300 word essays explaining their reasons and purpose for the positions that they are interested in.
c) The AAS application form. (see attachment below)

Evaluation

All applications will be sent to the Project Committee, where they are screened and evaluate. The chosen applicants will be notified two weeks before their session time. They will receive the information of the professionals that they’ll be working with. The interns, then, are responsible for contacting the professionals for the internship schedule.Upon completing the requirement hours for internship, the interns need to notify the Project Committee. The interns are required to do a presentation which lasts no longer than an hour at the end of the internship program. All individuals will have a chance to express their personal feelings and/or new knowledge they have acquired throughout the entire program. This is designed to encourage a proactive environment for both the professional lifeline and interns. Professionals and/or physicians in the field of medical science are required to attend both the graduation ceremony and presentation.

And finally, here is the application:

INTERNSHIP APPLICATION
THE AASuccess Career Outreach Program
(All Intern Positions are Unpaid)

Name

______________________________________________
Address

______________________________________________
Email Address

______________________________________________
Phone

______________________________________________
Current High School/University

______________________________________________
Current standing

____Freshman ___Sophomore ___Junior ____Senior

Major of Study (or intended to study)

______________________________________________

When would you like to do your internship? (check one) :
-----Session 1: march 15th – May 15th
-----Session 2: June 15st – August 15st
-----Session 3: September 1st - November 1st
-----Session 4: Jan 15th – March 15th

Please email all applications to:
AASuccess’Project Committee (by email)

A short description of the professionals who are hosting the internship will be posted soon.

Medical Hanbook Internship Opportunity

Hey everyone, Diane just introduced a new internship, read below for more details.

Application Screenings are open for 1 week, from now till Feb. 26th.
Please send applications and resumes to aasprojects@aasuccess.org

What to include on the application:
1. Resume
2. Are you fluent in vietnamese/english?
3. Explain fully:
a) why do you want to join?
b) what do you expect to benefit from this internship?
c) what are your skills in relation to this internship tasks?

Further details:

Name: Diane Nguyen

Email Address: NGUYENDI917@GMAIL.COM

Work-at-home Internship: Yes

Name/Title of Contact Person: Diane Nguyen

Name of Internship Project: Medical Handbook (VN to English, English to VN)

How many interns are needed for the project? Team or individual: 2-3, Depending on the scope of the project...TBA

How many internship positions are open for AAS: 2-3

Internship Duration including start date and end date: As soon as possible; End date depends on the scope of the project and the final decision from the team.

Describing Intern duties. What the interns will be doing (Goal & Expectation): The interns are expected to me project managers, outling their taks, objectives and goals. I will share with the interns my vision of the handbook and will collaborate with the interns in setting a reasonable finish product as well as the end date.

Special skills that are needed for this internship and other criteria: There are not criterias required nor specific majors requested from the interns. It is expected the intern(s) be committed and dedicated to completing this project. The scope of the project realy depends on the teams willingness to communicate, use their resources and efforts for outreach support if needed.

Skill sets or knowledge the intern will learns from this project: The intern will enhance their communication skills as well as their leadership knowledge. Depending on the scope of the project.. the intern may gain other speciality skills, such as process for illustration or publication. However, the project is unique in the fact that it can be modified to meet the interns personal and career interest

Instructions for applying for this internship (résumé, cover letter etc). How application should be received: I do request resumes to be forwarded to me (Diane). Also, I would like to know if the intern is fluent in Vietnamese. Please send inquires to me.

Special skills that are needed for this internship and other criteria:

There are not criteria required nor specific majors requested from the interns. It is expected the intern(s) be committed and dedicated to completing this project. The scope of the project really depends on the teams willingness to communicate, use their resources and efforts for outreach support if needed.

THE END DATE DEPENDS ON THE SCOPE OF THE PROJECT AND THE FINAL DECISION FROM THE TEAM

Dave Nguyen provides some helpful hints regarding this. He says: "Think outside of the box if you are ready to be bold in order to realize your potentials. While I am not involved in the decision making process, but if i were you reading this, i would entertain myself what can a handbook deliver to a those who are in need of such? Who are the target groups? Why would we even need a handbook, if a dictionary is already out there? Costs including real money, time and resources? What resources? Marketing resources, e.g. selling handbooks? sponsorship? and teamwork, help from friends and those who are fluent in Viet language? My answers are probably not the same as yours, but that is the beauty of stepping up to challenge yourself as an "Apprentice" to learn/build up your business and aforementioned skills while on job, of wanting to seek engagements including the project's lifeline (Diane). Even if you may not apply, but the act of seeking information and utilizing your intellectual capacity to deliberate about your potential involvement is a good exercises for an AASuccessor!"

AASuccess Scholarship Opportunity!

Asian American Success is offering scholarship opportunities to minority student leaders in the community.

Multiple Scholarships, up to $1000 each, are to be awarded.

The deadline is April 7th, 2008.

Eligibility guidelines: 1)Applicants should be College Undergraduates of High School Students. 2) Applicants should have completed at least 4 community service activities in the past 12 months.

Finalists will be required to present one public speaking engagement at the 2008 AASuccess Awards Ceremony.

Applications should be submitted via http://www.aasuccess.org/.

Have any questions? Contact us:scholarship@aasuccess.org
Or:
Dave Nguyen: (703)864-6558
Min-Ha Do: (571)331-1614

MORE INFORMATION WILL BE POSTED UP LATER! (date of ceremony, time, place)

T-Shirt Design Contest Internship

PROJECT: T-Shirt Design Contest internship

REQUEST: 2 students
OBJECTIVE: Professional exchange program with the students by creating a t-shirt design contest allowing them hands on experience from an apparel company. The students will collaborate with the CEO to design a campaign to launch the t-shirt design contest. One part will focus on the photoshoot and web design (1st student intern). The other focus (2nd student intern) will be writing and marketing to promote the contest and brand.
This project will begin as soon as AnhOi/AAS announces the names of the accepted interns.

The duration will go on until April 30, 2008, which is when the winning designs will be printed.
Must have led one AAS project or subproject with a positive altitude and/or have earned an AAS On-The-Spot award as the lead or co-lead of a project or subproject.

Web related skills; Business related skills, desire to work and learn
Must be a self starter and must be able to work in a team environment.
Must be a able to independently work remotely (e.g. from home), evaluate and write documentation
Must be able to coordinate and still be involved in your assigned committee at AAS as the intern
Stipend will be provided up to $300 depending on the evaluations at the end of the internship

Send your resume (click here for resume tips) to: aasproject@aasuccess.org

Deadline for qualified AASuccess Student Members: Feb 5, 2008