AL AKHAWAY N U NIVERSY IN IFRA NE

PRESIDENTIAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

THE PROGRAM
Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane is launching its Presidential Internship program with a
view to providing recent American university graduates with the opportunity to learn Arabic,
while working at an American-model, Liberal Arts university nestled in a pristine, peaceful
region in the Middle Atlas mountains of Morocco. The length of the internship is one
academic year. Al Akhawayn University welcomes applications from candidates of all
educational backgrounds and the internship is designed to allow American graduates an
opportunity to live and work in Ifrane, to experience Morocco and the wider MENA-region.
Preference will be given to candidates who have not previously had an opportunity to live,
work or study in the MENA region.

ABOUT AL AKHAWAYN UNIVERSI TY

Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane (AUI) is an independent, public, not-for-profit,
coeducational, Moroccan university committed to educating future citizen-leaders of Morocco
and the world through a globally oriented, English -language, liberal arts curriculum based on
the American system. The university enhances Morocco and engages the world through
leading-edge educational and research programs, including continuing and executive
education, upholds the highest academic and ethical standards, and promotes equity and social
responsibility. Founded in 1993 by Royal Dahir (decree), AUI opened its doors to students
in January 1995. Based on the principles of diversity and an international outlook, the
university's mission is driven by values of human solidarity and tolerance. Al Akhawayn has
modeled its administrative, pedagogical, and academic organization on the American
university system, and English is the language of instruction.

While the majority of AUIs 2,100 degree seeking students are Moroccan, AUI enjoys great
diversity with many international students from over 20 countries. Its faculty corps of more
than 140 come from 17 countries. The student body is 54% female and the faculty body 28%
female. AUIs three schools, SBA, SHSS and SEE offer graduate and undergraduate degrees
and the university fields executive masters programs in Ifrane and in Casablanca. The alumni
body counts more than 4,000 from across five continents. The recent commencement
ceremony saw the awarding of 352 undergraduate and graduate degrees.
 INTERNSHIPS FOR 2016-2017

The Office of the President

The intern will work closely with the Manager of the Office of the President and will be a key
team member involved in the coordination of special events.

Major responsibilities of the intern include drafting and editing letters, preparing speeches, and
conducting research for the President. The intern also helps coordinate aspects of the annual
meeting of the Board of Trustees meetings. In addition, the intern assists in the management
of the internship program, working closely with the Director of the Internship Program.
Related tasks involve organizing special intern events, developing and maintaining the intern
alumni network, and producing at least one newsletter during the year to be sent to all former
Presidential Interns. Applicants must have excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills,
as well as an interest in the structure and process of institutional and office management.
Computer literacy is essential and proficiency with Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft Access
is highly desirable. Those applying should also be aware that the intern is called upon to work
longer hours than the other interns especially during the months of increased activity, such as
commencement (May -June) and Board meetings (January and February.)

The Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness (OIRE)

The Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness reports to the President of AUI and
assists senior leadership in facilitating planning, decision-making and policy formulation through
the collection, analysis, and presentation of data. OIRE is the repository of institutional
information and is responsible for providing institutional data to internal and external
stakeholders. The academic year 2016 is a particularly exciting year for AUI and for OIRE as
the university prepares for several accreditation visits, by NEASC and ABET, inter alia.
The interns duties will include, but are not limited to: researching and preparing input in
advance of the accreditation team visits, assisting in compiling and aggregating institutional
data and fielding and analyzing institutional surveys. The intern will also assist in the
development of OIREs webpage as well as orientation sessions regarding institutional
research. The Office also leads efforts to enhance integrity matters at AUI.

Hillary Rodham Clinton Center for Womens Empowerment (HCC)

The HCC has a contemporary focus combined with an awareness of historical forces that
shape current gender discourses in North Africa. It is a center for interdisciplinary scholarship
on gender and women's rights issues. The Center has a program of distinguished guest
speakers, scholars-in-residence, conferences and campus activities involving undergraduate

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and graduate students. The Center aims to be at the forefront of gender studies scholarship in
Morocco and promotes gender research and study throughout North Africa. HCC also
collaborates with the American Institute for Maghrebi Studies (AIMS).

The Intern will be expected to assist with organizing national and international conferences
and workshops, guest speaker series, assist in editing conference proceedings, book chapters,
academic articles and keeping the HCC website updated. The intern should be prepared to
travel and conduct site visits to rural women's associations. We seek someone who is highly
motivated, can work independently, will bring creativity and initiative to the Center and work
as part of a dynamic team that relies on flexibility. Arabic and/or French Language skills highly
desirable.

Office of Development and Communications

The Office of Development and Communications serves as a conduit between AUI and the
public. The interns duties include, but are not limited to: Researching and attending
university events; Writing accounts of events for publication on the web or on the University
blog. Writing articles for AUIs major print publications as well as web based newsletters;
Improving the language of content posted on the web. Reviewing the local English language
press for articles related to AUI.

This intern should be able to interview and write well and be experienced in conducting
research. The intern must also be able to deal effectively and diplomatically with the public
and have a talent for organizing and coordinating several projects at once. Computer literacy,
familiarity with desktop publishing, and photographic skills are highly desirable

The Office of the Vice President for Finance and Administration

The Office of the Vice president for Finance and Administration directs a number of key areas
in the university and an intern in the Office will assist in various projects as assigned by the
VPFA, including the core areas of Finance and Accounting. Graduates with a degree and
major in accounting and finance are sought to help review the application of US GAAP and
NACUBO accounting principles and rules at the University and also to review AUIs
budgeting processes and its budget control system and compare them with best practices in
American universities.

In the area of Grounds and Maintenance, applications would be welcome from a graduate
with a degree in engineering, renewable energy, landscaping or any field related to energy and
the environment to contribute to AUIs plan to make its Campus one of the most eco-friendly
campuses in Africa.

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Office of the Dean of Student Affairs
The Office of Student Affairs offers AUI students a variety of co-curricular and extra-
curricular programs designed to complement classroom learning, develop leadership skills,
engage in community service, develop global citizenry, and grow personally, mentally, and
physically.
This newly restructured and revitalized Office, will provide an Intern with ample opportunity
to assist the Dean in many new initiatives and provide input from the perspectives of an
American campus environment. The team is young, dynamic and keen to implement new
initiatives.

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EMPLOYMENT CONDITION S AND BENEFITS

Work Arrangements, Stipend and Benefits

The AUI Presidential Internship Program will begin with a one-week orientation program in
late August. The first day of work will be the start of September. Each intern will undergo
an evaluation by their supervisor in late December in order to determine whether their
employment contract will continue throughout the year.

The internships are considered paid volunteer positions and carry a small stipend. It may be
compared to a Peace Corps opportunity. To cover basic expenses interns receive a small
stipend during their time in Ifrane. These stipends are paid in ten monthly installments at the
end of each month. The first payment is on September 30, 2016, and the last payment is one
week before the end of June 2017. For the 2016-2017 academic year the stipend will be 3,000
Moroccan Dirhams per month (approximately $310 at prevailing exchange rate). The stipend
will not be taxable in the United States provided that the intern remains outside the U.S. for
330 days or more. Interns will be provided with a settling-in allowance of 500 Moroccan
Dirhams upon their arrival in Ifrane and 2,000 Moroccan Dirhams towards their round-trip
airfare to Rabat upon completion of their contract with AUI in June of 2017.

Interns follow the administrative rather than the academic schedule. The work week at AUI
is Monday through Friday, 8.30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Some positions require other schedules or
overtime and weekend work during times of heavy activity.

Academic Benefits
Each semester, interns may take one scheduled, tuition-free Arabic language course at the
School of Humanities and Social Science (SHSS). Interns are also encouraged to partake of or
initiate special seminars, lectures, brown-bags, featuring discussions with local scholars and
community experts on various political, cultural, or social aspects of Morocco and the MENA-
region.

Opportunity for Community Outreach and Exploration

AUI is deeply involved in its community and takes pride in its outreach activities. Interns may
take advantage of additional time allotted during the workweek for approved community
outreach projects, cultural exploration or personal development. Opportunities abound,
including various services AUI provides through its Azrou Center for Community
Development. The interest of the intern will determine the activity and might include language
classes and tutoring to local constituents, among many other activities. Time away from the
office will consist of up to four hours per week scheduled regularly with the intern supervisor.
The intern may also take additional Arabic lessons. (The intern is responsible for paying for
these additional classes.)

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Health Insurance
AUI will provide basic medical examination care through the AUI clinic and health insurance.
However, interns must have an insurance policy that will cover medications, analysis, testing,
and hospitalization outside the United States. AUI will cover the cost incurred in this
connection.

Housing
Interns will be housed in AUI faculty apartments in the Ifrane downtown residence or in on-
campus housing. The studios consist of a small kitchen, bathroom, couch and bedroom. The
cost of housing, utilities, and basic maintenance will be covered by the annual budget of each
interns office. Interns are allowed to occupy their housing units until July 30, 2017 if they
wish to remain in Ifrane until such a time.

Travel Opportunities
Interns are entitled to 15 vacation/sick days in addition to at least 15 days of official university
holiday time. This provides the interns with the opportunity to travel both independently and
through AUI sponsored trips. The interns are also invited to join new faculty members on a
number of subsidized trips around Ifrane and Morocco. Any time away from the office in
connection with travel plans must be approved by the interns supervisor

Transportation
Interns are responsible for their own transportation to and from Ifrane. AUI will arrange to
have the interns met at the airport and escorted to their apartments. Interns are also
responsible for their own transportation to and from work during the school year bus
shuttles are available, but should taxi transportation be used the fee is approximately 12
dirhams each way.

APPLICATION PROCEDUR E

Applications should be received no later than July 20, 2016. The following documents must be
included in the application:

1. A letter addressed to the President of AUI, Dr. Driss Ouaouicha, specifying three internships
in which the applicant is interested, ranked in order of preference.

2. A short essay (maximum length two pages double-spaced, 12-point font) presenting the
applicant's interest in the AUI internship program and describing any special skills, talents, or
experiences that would help the candidate contribute to the positions and to the AUI

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 community. The essay should also discuss any special interest or experience the candidate has
in Morocco and in the broader MENA region.

3. An updated rsum.

4. A completed Application Form (see page below).

5. Two letters of recommendation from faculty members, administrators, or work supervisors.

The student's general qualifications, Middle East or African experience or interest, and ability
to serve in the specific internships should be identified in the recommendation. Letters from
faculty or university administrators who know the applicant well are especially helpful.

The cover letter, essay, rsum, and application form can be sent by the applicant to Ms. Gina Cinali
at email gina.cinali@aui.ma with a copy to the AUI mailing address below. However, letters of
recommendations must be emailed by the two recommenders directly to Gina Cinali
(gina.cinali@aui.ma) with a copy to the following mailing address:

Ms. Gina Cinali

Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane
P.O. Box 104, Avenue Hassan II
53000 Ifrane
Morocco

ACCEPTANCE
AUI will attempt to notify short-listed candidates between July 20-24, 2016 to schedule a
telephone interview. Potential candidates will be interviewed by the supervisor of the
appropriate internship, and the Internship Program manager. Final decisions will be made
soon thereafter. If a primary candidate declines an offer, an invitation may be extended to an
alternate at a later date. Final selections are made by the appropriate administrator in Ifrane
in consultation with the President's office.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Gina Cinali Abdelouhab Taoufiq

Tel: +212 05 3586 3135 Tel: +212 05 3586
Fax: +212 05 3556 7142 Fax: +212 05 3556 7142
E-mail: gina.cinali@aui.ma E-mail: a.taoufiq@aui.ma

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 AL AKHAWAYN UNIVERSY IN IFRANE

PRESIDENTIAL INTERNSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Personal Information:

First Name: ________________________ Last Name: _______________________________

Date of Birth:_______________________ Place of Birth: ______________________________

Academic Information:

HIGH SCHOOL

Name of School_____________________________ Location: __________________________

Date of Graduation: _____________________________________________________________

UNIVERSITY

Undergraduate University and Location: ______________________________________________

Field(s) of Study: ________________________________________________________________
Date of Graduation: ______________________________________________________________
Academic Honors or Leadership Positions: ____________________________________________
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Extracurricular or Community Activities: __________________________________________

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Professional Experience/Goals:

Computer Skills: _________________________________________________________________

List and Describe any Event Planning and Office Experience:______________________________
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Other Employment or Internship Experience: ______________________________________
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Travel:

Have you ever been to Morocco? Yes___ No____

If yes, for what purpose? __________________________________________________________
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Have you traveled in the Middle East and North Africa? Yes___ No ____
If yes, where and for what purpose? __________________________________________________
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Did you study abroad during your college career? If so, where? _____________________________
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List other travel experience:________________________________________________________

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List Language Proficiency (please indicate basic, conversational, proficient, native fluency):
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