Talk:Prebuild Apprenticeship

=Prebuild Intern=

Responsibilities

 * Teach Build volunteers in Prebuild areas (Card & Motherboard Sorting & System Evaluation I + II)
 * Proactively communicate with other Free Geek staff and volunteers about Prebuild area.
 * Cross-train in other areas to occasionally cover shifts.
 * Help keep Prebuild area in line with Free Geek philosophy and capabilities.
 * Be aware of other Free Geek programs.
 * Attend pertinent committee meetings and keep up on relevant emails

Required Skills

 * Aptitude for and enjoyment of helping people
 * Experience coordinating and/or instructing people
 * Good interpersonal skills
 * Self-motivated, and able to eventually work with little supervision
 * Detail-oriented
 * Strong organizational skills (you like to put stuff in order)
 * Able to lift and carry at least 30 pounds on a regular basis
 * Basic hardware knowledge

In Addition
The ideal candidate will be able to work well under stress in a somewhat chaotic setting and maintain a positive attitude. The candidate will not be afraid to ask questions but will be able to upkeep the area almost entirely without supervision. The candidate will be able to remain flexible as Free Geek grows and changes.

Hours, Pay, and Duration
This position is temporary and part-time: 20-24 hours per week, 6-month duration. Pay is approximately $10/80/hr.

To Apply
Submit an essay to detailing: The essay must be submitted in plain text in the body of an email. Please clearly note the position you're applying for in subject line. Applications are due when the cows come home.
 * 1) why you'd like this internship
 * 2) why you're qualified for it
 * 3) how this internship fits into your career plans

We highly recommend that, before applying, job applicants take a tour of our facility and culture (so they better know what they're getting into). Tours are offered every day Tuesday through Saturday at noon and 6pm, and last about 30 minutes. Please mention that you're a job applicant so we can note that you were here!