About us

The Philip Jaisohn Memorial Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit health and human service organization created in 1975.  The Foundation’s mission is to promote and fulfill Dr. Philip Jaisohn ideals of humanity through medical, home health care (skilled), home care, mental health counseling, social/educational/cultural services for the enhancement of the quality of life in our nearby communities and particularly those of Korean Americans.  The Jaisohn Center has offices in Philadelphia and Montgomery counties and the Jaisohn Memorial House is located in Media, PA.

Internship

These internship assignments can provide you with an excellent way to begin a career in a nonprofit or health and human service industry.  An intern job is an opportunity to learn more about organizational governance, practices and the laws and regulations related to the healthcare industry.  An intern will also gain exposure to departmental operations, administrative management and projects in a nonprofit environment.

Position Basis

  • Volunteer college and graduate students only (There is no compensation by Jaisohn Center.)
  • Internship Period: June 11 – August 3 (8 weeks)
  • HIPPA signature required for some positions
  • Own transportation required

Responsibilities and Duties

The internship will include duties in business administration & operation, healthcare management, marketing, communication, development (grant writing, etc.), and healthcare laws and regulations.

Supporter

  • Chambers of the Honorable Ida Chen, Judge of the Court of Common Pleas (Family Court Division)

Positions Available:

  • Nonprofit Executive Operation Intern (Junior/Senior student) (1 position)
    • Reports to President & CEO, Philadelphia Office
    • Ideal for aspiring students in (nonprofit) management, public services, corporate development, public policy, etc.
    • Require good leadership, organization and writing skills
    • Job Scope:
      • Assist President & CEO
      • Limited Shadow of executive management operation
      • Support development activities, grant writing, etc.
      • Support event organization
  • Nonprofit Healthcare Administration Intern (Junior/Senior student) (1 position)
    • Reports to Executive Director, Philadelphia Office
    • Ideal for aspiring students in healthcare administration/management, public health administration, healthcare business development, etc.
    • Require leadership, communication, organization and writing skills
    • Job Scope:
      • Participates and leads ongoing internship projects
      • Performs analytical information using spreadsheets/documents
      • Support marketing & development activities, grant writing, etc.
      • Prepares presentation and quality reporting/benchmarkin
  • Nonprofit Marketing/Communication Intern (1 position)
    • Reports to Manager
    • Ideal for aspiring students in marketing, journalism, etc.
    • Require leadership, communication and writing skills
    • Job Scope:
      • Support or lead newsletter & publication activities
      • Establish & lead social media activities
      • Support development activities, grant writing, etc.
      • Support event organizatio
  • Legal Career Student Intern – Chambers of the Honorable Ida Chen (1 position)
    • Reports to Office, Chambers of the Honorable Ida Chen, Judge of the Court of Common Pleas (Family Court Division)

 

To apply, please submit the followings:

  • Letter of Interest, along with a resume (Please indicate which position you are applying for)
  • School Transcript
  • Letter of Recommendation

For applicants of ‘Legal Career Student Intern’, please refer to the following attached information (“ATTACHED 1”. “ATTACHED 2”)

 

Application Deadline :    May  25, 2018

 

Announcement of Applicants Selected:   May 28 – May 31, through personal notification

 

Please send your application materials to the address below via US mail:

Jaisohn Center
6705 Old York Road
Philadelphia, PA19126
Or,
You can email the application to info@jaisohn.org
 
 

LEGAL CAREER STUDENT INTERN(“Attached 1”)

   –  VOLUNTEER COLLEGE INTERN

 

Office

Chambers of the Honorable Ida Chen

Judge of the Court of Common Pleas (Family Court Division)

 

Location

Philadelphia Family Court

1501 Arch Street, Suite 1558

Philadelphia, PA  19102

 

Position

Volunteer College Intern (This is a volunteer position. There is no compensation.)

 

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have a genuine interest in the law
  • Be a conscientious worker
  • Able to work well with others and function as a “team player”
  • Possess a professional demeanor
  • Project a well-groomed appearance
  • Be respectful of coworkers and members of the public

 

Application Process (Please do not forward materials by e-mail.)

  1. Submit a letter of interest, along with a bio or resume
  2. Submit a high school transcript
  3. Submit an essay, “What I Hope to Achieve and Learn by Interning in the Judge’s Chambers”
  4. Submit a Letter of Recommendation from a Teacher
  5. Be available for an interview, if called upon

 

Contact Information: 

Miriam Cardona, Judicial Secretary, (215) 686.2545 (Chambers Phone Number)

 

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR LEGAL CAREER STUDENT INTERN(“ATTACHED 2”)

    –  VOLUNTEER COLLEGE INTERN

 

Time Frame

8-Week Internship

Hours

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM,  Monday through Friday

Duties

  • Observe in the courtroom
  • Perform work in the courtroom by assisting Courtroom Personnel
  • Retrieve case files
  • Perform research and prepare analyses
  • Read and study the law
  • Prepare case briefs
  • Act as the designated “Summer Trainer” 
  • Draft memoranda discussing case facts and the pertinent law
  • Prepare written materials suitable for judicial reference (such as, a Bench Book)
  • Other duties, as assigned

Levels of Achievement

  • Level 1: Read and Study a Statute
  • Level 2: Read and Study Rules of Procedure
  • Level 3: Work in the Courtroom
  • Level 4: Read Court Opinions, Analyze the Law and Draft Memoranda
  • Level 5: Understand the Dynamics of Judicial Decision-making