Planet Aid in Elkridge is recruiting interns for
International Partnership Development
Planet Aid is nonprofit organization that collects donated
clothing and shoes to protect the environment and support sustainable
development in impoverished communities around the world. The clothing
collected by Planet Aid is processed, bundled and then sold to exporters, who
make clothes available at low costs to lesser-developed regions of the world.
The funds Planet Aid generates through the sale of donated clothing are used to
help support international aid and development projects in Africa, Asia, Europe
and the Americas. You may recognize our yellow bins.
Located in Elkridge, Maryland, Planet Aid is the USA non-profit representative of Federation Humana People to People, that implements development contracts from USAID, USDA among others, for teacher training, AIDS prevention, farmers clubs and other programs in Africa, China, India and Latin America. Since 1997, Planet Aid has supported more than 60 projects in 15 countries with more $79 million. Our Corporate Partners include Johnson & Johnson, DELL, Nokia and Kraft Foods among others.
International Corporate
Partnership Development Intern
Support the work of the
Partnership office - research, profile and catalog potential corporate Partners using a variety
of techniques and sources. Assist with
Power Point Presentations and local meetings.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a multifaceted organization
and a small entrepreneurial team learning about international project development, business
development and partnering. Focus for
Fall 2012 is preparing for the Clinton Global Initiative and BSR Annual
Meetings in NYC (unfortunately interns are not able to attend), TCE Program for
HIV/AIDS (Total Control of the Epidemic) and Teacher Training. Summer interns prepared and participated in
the XIX International AIDS Conference in Washington, DC.
Must have own reliable transportation to facilities in
Howard County. Current college or
graduate student in relevant study area preferred. Fall period - 10 hours a week minimum
required. This is an unpaid position.
For consideration, please e-mail your resume
and cover letter to kspanogle@planetaid.org
