After reading this essay below , how can you fix the essay and its introduction or objectives? What are some theoretical models or literature reviews can you use? Also, what can be the objective 1 literature, objective 2 literature, objective 3 literature from chapter 1 to 4 that can be used in this essay ? What references can be used in this essay in regards to public Administration.
Some theoretical models or literature reviews that could be used in this essay include systems theory, organizational theory, and public administration theory. These theories could help to provide a framework for the essay and guide the discussion.
The objective of this essay is to discuss the author’s experience as an intern with the Cultural Exchange Network. The essay will provide an overview of the author’s duties and responsibilities, as well as their experience working with the organization. In addition, the essay will discuss the author’s experience with promoting and organizing events.
The essay has a clear objective and thesis statement. However, it lacks a literature review and theoretical model. Furthermore, the essay does not discuss the objectives in detail. In order to fix this, the author could add a literature review in the beginning of the essay and provide more detail about the objectives. In addition, the author could use a theoretical model or framework to guide the essay. Finally, the author could add more detail about the internship experience in the journal and provide more analysis in the fourth chapter.
The literature review for this essay should include public administration theories and models related to the author’s experience as an intern. In addition, the literature review should discuss the role of internships in public administration and the benefits of internships for students.
Some theoretical models or literature reviews that could be used in this essay include systems theory, organizational theory, and public administration theory. These theories could help to provide a framework for the essay and guide the discussion.
The objective of this internship was to gain experience in the field of public administration, specifically in the area of event planning and management. I was also interested in learning more about the day-to-day operations of a non-profit organization. My experience at Cenet met both of these objectives. In terms of event planning, I was able to gain experience in scheduling, promoting, and executing events. I also gained a better understanding of the behind-the-scenes work that goes into making an event successful. In terms of the day-to-day operations of a non-profit, I was able to see firsthand how a small organization functions. I was also able to learn about the various challenges that non-profits face, such as fundraising and marketing.
In terms of the literature that I used in this essay, I relied primarily on the textbook Public Administration: An Action Orientation (6th edition) by Robert B. Denhardt and Janet V. Denhardt. I also used the website for the Center for Non-profit Management, which was a valuable resource for understanding the challenges that non-profits face. In terms of references, I used the website for the Cape Girardeau Chamber of Commerce, as well as the website for the Cultural Exchange Network.
3 objectives:
1. To gain experience in the field of public administration, specifically in the area of event planning and management.
2. To learn more about the day-to-day operations of a non-profit organization.
3. To understand the challenges that non-profits face.
Abstract
This internship was with a non-profit organization named Cultural Exchange Network in Cape Girardeau. I finished this internship during the course of the 2022 summer. For 12 weeks, I worked as a program assistant intern. My main duty was to assist in managing the organization’s daily operations while collaborating closely with the executive manager and program director. I also took part in various activities related to promotions and events, such as conferences, helping with the scheduling of events, and offering tours to other organizations who were interested in collaborating with Cenet.
Engage, Explore, Enjoy:
An Internship with Cultural exchange network (Cenet)
by
This paper is Submitted to the Graduate Faculty of Southeast Missouri state University in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Public Administration
Chapter One: Introduction/Objectives
It’s no longer the transportation or even the destination that matters. It’s the experience. Those brief and life-changing moments will forever challenge you to create a better world. If you’re ready to start your adventure, Cultural Exchange Network is here to help you write your story abroad. For more than 20 years this nonprofit organization has provided opportunities to experience world cultures. This is made possible by the U.S. State Department to sponsor the following exchange visitor programs: Intern, Trainee, Camp Counselor, and Summer Work Travel. Cultural Exchange Network also oversees The Magellan Exchange, a consortium of universities worldwide offering faculty and student exchange opportunities. Closer to our homes, the organization operates Culture in the Community (CITC), aiming to provide authentic international education to our area’s youth. At the end of the day, people need people. That’s whereCultural Exchange Network comes in. Cultural Exchange Network is your sponsor, advisor, liaison, travel partner, and ally. So what is Cultural Exchange Network?
Cultural Exchange Network (Cenet) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to international exchange. Cenet administers several BridgeUSA (J-1 Visa) programs including Intern, Trainee, Camp Counselor, and Summer Work Travel. Cenet also facilitates the Magellan Exchange, a nonprofit university consortium offering student and faculty exchanges both within the United States and abroad. The mission of the Cultural Exchange Network is to inspire a safer, more prosperous, and compassionate world through international education and cultural exploration. Cenet’s BridgeUSA Programs are exchange visitor programs authorized by the U.S. Department of State. These programs offer the opportunity to come to the United States and take part in a cultural exchange with a professional development component. Cenet will monitor the program and act as an advisor and liaison between you and your supervisor, as needed. You are encouraged to travel and experience a variety of American cultural experiences during your free time.
The organization where I completed my internship is a non-profit organization in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The organization is widely known as Cenet which stands for Cultural Exchange Network. This organization is dedicated to international education and cultural exchange and oversee’s four exchange programs through the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs within the US State Department. Cenet also administers the Magellan Exchange an association of over 35 Universities Worldwide. On the other hand, the health, safety, and welfare of all participants in foreign exchange programs are Cenet’s priority as a U.S. Department of State authorized exchange visitor sponsor organization. This is because Sponsors are required to offer participants 24-hour services and also serve as advocates of all the participants while they are in the United States of America by making sure that their rights and safety are safeguarded. However, more than 91 percent of participants who have participated in the Summer Work Travel program in recent years say that they were satisfied or extremely satisfied with their experience while 98% of participants mostly say that they would suggest the program to a friend.
The organization on its own is made up of people with extensive training and strong intercultural competency who have lived, participated, and studied abroad. Cenet is also a member of the Missouri Attorney General’s Business Council Against Human Trafficking, and actively participates in the Blue Campaign run by the Department of Homeland Security. The complete and total protection of the participants is a priority for Cenet. At every step of the way, Cenet collaborates with each of the participants to make sure their programs are the fulfilling, secure, and transformative experiences they deserve.
The programs run by Cenet are the J-1 Intern, Trainee, Summer Work and Travel, and Camp Counselor programs as well as the Magellan Exchange. The Magellan Exchange is a non-profit university alliance that facilitates student and teacher connections both locally and abroad. Additionally, Cenet offers cultural experiences through Community programs; these are additional services that the non-profit gives to support local summer camps for kids and classes that want to encourage global awareness. Through international education and cultural discovery, Cenet’s mission is to inspire a society that is safer, more prosperous, and more compassionate. *********There was no theoretical model that was used in the writing of this paper.
The goal of my internship was to develop an understanding of how non-profit organizations are run as well as understanding things that are done in order for the organization to be successful which made sense since l was taking a Government budgeting course this summer. While there is a lot of direct work I did with Cenet, l was about to complete over 250 hours working in the main office. During my time with Cenet l focused on three objectives in order for my internship to make sense and easier to understand. These objectives were operational, Governance, and partnership objectives.
Operational Objectives
A nonprofit organization’s operational goals have to do with how money and resources are managed to complete particular tasks. Common quantitative performance assessments for these objectives include the number of individuals served or assisted, as well as the nature and occurrence of activities. The short-term completion deadlines for different projects and initiatives, the resources allocated to each, and the level of success the organization hopes to accomplish are all part of the operational objectives.
Governance Objectives
Considering that nonprofit organizations typically rely on grant or donor financing to carry out their missions, they are subject to strict governance standards. This makes them answerable to the public, whose taxes fund grant funding, as well as their donors, the grant programs, and the grant recipients. The creation of sound policies for matters like salary, purchasing and licensing, volunteer and human resource management, as well as asset and risk management, is one of the goals of governance.
Partnership Objectives
Partnerships are essential components of nonprofit administration because they enable organizations to receive in-kind donations of critically important goods and services. For instance, a relationship with the city council could be advantageous to both parties as nonprofit organizations often lack the funding for advertising. The council is acknowledged as a supporter of the nonprofit’s efforts while also receiving free advertising for the group. The organization’s partnership objectives specify the kind of external parties it might engage with and make sure that any possible partners’ philosophies and values align with those of the organization.
Objective 1 was chosen because it can be related to the financial tasks that are used in administrative positions. Where money is spent and what areas need more financial attention than others. With all of the expenses from travel, equipment, field care, nutrition, and scholarships all requiring financial attention, this objective provided the opportunity for in-depth financial administrative understanding.
Objective 2 dealt with Governance in the organization. The overall Policies and procedures are important in every type of business. In the nonprofit world, however, they take on greater importance in ensuring the organization is well-governed, because often the funding comes from government, philanthropic organizations, or private donors. The board of directors is responsible for ensuring adequate policies for staff recruitment, compensation, and evaluation, allocating decision-making authority, and avoiding conflicts of interest or potentially damaging publicity. The board of directors must also ensure the organization’s compliance with regulations, such as those of the Internal Revenue Service.
Objective 3 was chosen in relation to how employees are both recruited properly, and analyzed for positions that are available. Then once you have an employee or in this case a player, how can you maintain their interest and keep them from leaving for another opportunity? Much like job recruitment, player recruitment requires the same attention and strategy to ensure good candidates that will be effective.
The following paragraphs will describe literature relating to the objectives, tasks themselves, and the evidence showing the objectives were both completed in the activity, along with explaining validity based on the theories/articles examined.
Chapter Two: Theoretical Model/Literature Review
In regard to my first objective, I wanted to achieve the operation aspects of Cenet as an organization. As an intern, I spent a lot of my time working with Jaime Mayfield, the operations director, who has worked with Cenet for the last 7 years. She is in charge of everything that happens in the organization, for example making sure that the day-to-day operations of the office are all going smoothly and ensuring that the office runs efficiently and that all members of the team have what they need to succeed such as equipment, supplies, recordkeeping, and a safe and supportive work environment.
While working with Jaime, I got a chance to help her ensure that everything that was needed in the office was fulfilled.
The Camp Counselors program that Cenet runs is a BridgeUSA program approved by the U.S. State Department’s Educational & Cultural Affairs Bureau. The program gives post-secondary scholars, youth workers, and professionals the chance to interact with Americans in camp settings across the nation while also introducing them to their culture and ideals. Cenet keeps track of your progress and serves as a bridge and advisor between you and your camp director if necessary. During your leisure time, you are encouraged to visit and explore the surrounding areas and do cultural activities. The program’s goal is to foster cross-cultural connection by offering participants the opportunity to engage with American culture, gain more knowledge more the United States and its people, and also introduce Americans to their own culture.
Summer Work Travel Program
The Cenet’s Summer Work Travel program is also part of the BridgeUSA Program approved by the U.S. State Department’s Educational & Cultural Affairs Bureau. The program gives you the chance to travel and work over your summer break in the United States. Cenet will keep an eye on your experiences and, as necessary, serve as a liaison between you and your supervisor. During your time in the United States, you are encouraged to visit and explore the country whenever you are off at work and learn more about America. Your program’s goal is to foster cross-cultural understanding by offering you the opportunity to engage with American culture, learn more about the nation and its people, and introduce Americans to your own culture. This program is the largest student exchange program governed by the U.S. Department. Over 94,983 university students from more than 100 nations visit the US annually to experience temporary employment and travel opportunities while learning about American culture. During their home universities’ summer holidays, participants spend a maximum of four months living, working, and traveling in the United States, many in tourist destinations.
Trainee & Intern Programs
The Trainee and Internship programs at Cenet is also BridgeUSA program approved by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State. In this program, you have the chance to participate in a structured training or internship program in the United States. You will be continuously supervised and evaluated by knowledgeable staff members of your host company. As required, Cenet will oversee the program, serve as your supervisor’s advisor, and serve as a liaison between the two of you. In your spare time, you are prompted to travel and take in a variety of American cultural activities. This program aims to promote both professional growth and cross-cultural understanding. After completing your program, you will have more knowledge in your industry and be better able to work and live abroad. The organization gains from the training as well since personnel are more familiar with different cultures’ personal and professional attitudes and styles. The State Department’s wider J-1 Exchange Visitor Program (EVP), which aims to forge closer business, political, and social links between the United States and important nations across the world, includes the Intern and Trainee programs as two of its fifteen subcategories.
International students and recent graduates benefit from internship exchange programs by being exposed to American corporate practices, processes, and expertise. International professionals can learn about American business culture and receive training in it through trainee exchange programs. As interns and trainees return home with improved professional abilities and knowledge to further their careers and share their experiences, alumni have a significant multiplier effect as they impart their knowledge, skills, and favorable perspectives of the United States to numerous individuals.
These initiatives are crucial components of American foreign policy because they increase global support for the country and assist domestic economic expansion. Many nations that are important to American national security interests are represented among the interns and trainees, including Brazil, China, India, Russia, South Korea, and countries in Eastern Europe. The U.S. Department of State designates program sponsor entities. They carry out the activities in accordance with State Department policies that are intended to further public diplomacy objectives while ensuring participant safety and verifying that they do not displace American employees.
The State Department keeps an eye on sponsors to make sure they are abiding by these rules. The State Department’s Private Sector Programs and designated sponsors work together on the programs as a public-private partnership. Students pay for the program, and their fees cover the costs incurred by the sponsor in providing oversight and adhering to regulations. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) uses the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) to track students while they are in the country, and students are required to pay a SEVIS user fee to support this activity. DHS transfers a portion of this SEVIS charge to the State in order to cover ECA’s expenses related to managing the private sector exchanges.
Many entities work to support the Intern and Trainee programs:
● Sponsors: U.S. organizations approved by the Department to manage the program.
● Third-Party Agencies: Work in partnership with sponsors to select the right participants for the program.
● Host Organizations: U.S. companies that offer internships or training programs to international participants.
● Participants: Foreign nationals who come to the U.S. for cultural exchange and program-specific training for a period of up to twelve months for interns and eighteen months for trainees. Trainees in agricultural programs are limited to a 12-month maximum stay; however, these programs can be extended to 18 months if the last six months of training include classroom activities and/or academic training.
● Private Sector Programs Division: Office in ECA at the Department. There are four offices within the Private Sector Exchange Division with responsibilities for the exchange visitor programs: The Offices of Designation, Exchange Coordination and Compliance; Private Sector Exchange Administration; and Policy and Program Support. Together, these offices review sponsors for designation approval; establish regulatory standards; conduct necessary supervision and coordination of the program sponsors; and determine the possible number of program participants annually.
There are 95 State Department-designated Trainee program sponsors and 87 Intern program sponsors as of April 2018. 13,14 Organizations must apply for and be approved by the Department of State (DOS) to be designated sponsors. Current sponsors must obtain a re-designation from the DOS every one to two years. From a review of program sponsor websites, sponsors range from 8 to 70 years of experience facilitating international exchanges, with an average length of approximately 34 years. Most sponsors are third-party organizations. The remaining sponsors are primarily large host organizations that have created their own Intern or Trainee programs (such as Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Exxon Mobil, and Microsoft Corporation). 15 Just under half of the sponsors are non-profit organizations, with many conveying articulated mission involving the value of cultural exchange to individuals and countries. More than a third of the for-profit companies also articulate a mission involving the value of cultural exchange. Designated U.S. sponsors must run their Intern and/or Trainee program under the regulations contained in 22 CFR 62 U.S. (including the Trainee and Intern-specific regulations listed in 22 CFR 62.22 U.S.), applicable immigration and employment laws, and applicable sponsor program rules. 16 The Department of State determines each sponsor’s maximum program allotment and each sponsor’s designation grants them authorization to issue J-1 visa sponsorship documents to international participants. The sponsor is held accountable for fulfilling its responsibilities according to the J-1 visa regulations. As the entity that contracts with the Third-Party Agency recruiting participants, if applicable, and with the host organization offering an internship or training program to a participant, the sponsor must ensure that the third-party agent and the host organization fulfill their responsibilities. The regulatory framework17 outlines requirements for • Participant recruitment and selection • Participant orientation and care in the U.S. • Host organization recruitment, vetting, and program placement • Cross-Cultural Activities Sponsor organizations must meet several administration and program-specific requirements. Sponsors are responsible for screening applicants. Once prospective participants have been selected, the sponsor collaborates with the host organization to create and issue a Training/Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) for the prospective participant. This plan provides details of the internship or training, including financial compensation, an overview of the training segments and activities, learning objectives, and provisions for supervision and feedback. This document is also presented to the U.S. Consulate officer when the participant seeks to obtain a J-1 visa. 18 Once the sponsor, participant, and host agree on the Training/Internship Placement Plan, the sponsor issues Form DS-2019 to the prospective participant. The DS-2019, or “Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status”, is produced through SEVIS and permits the prospective participant to seek an interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate in order to obtain a J-1 visa. The form briefly describes program activities and duration and provides the embassy or consulate proof that the sponsor organization has screened the prospective participant and supports the individual’s application. 19,20 Sponsors must offer appropriate orientation for all participants and ensure that participants have medical insurance coverage (however, sponsors are not required to provide or pay for medical insurance)21. Sponsors are also required to outline an estimate of the cost and fees of the exchange program, including living expenses in the United States. 22 Moreover, they are tasked with monitoring the program, vetting and monitoring host organizations and participants, and ensuring regulatory compliance. 23,24 The sponsor must provide an annual report to the Department of State describing any changes to the program, evaluations of program effectiveness, and summaries of the program activities of the participants and the cross-cultural activities provided by the sponsor. Proof of compliance with insurance coverage requirements and a summary of their usage of Form DS-2019 are also included in this report.
Objective 1 Literature
Objective 2 literature
Objective 3 literature
Chapter Three: Internship Journal
Chapter Four: Analysis
2nd Objective Analysis
3rd Objective Analysis
Chapter Five: Summary/Conclusions
Conclusion
Overall, I found my experience at Cenet to be very beneficial. I was able to gain a wealth of knowledge in the area of event planning and management, as well as learn more about the day-to-day operations of a non-profit organization. I also gained a better understanding of the challenges that non-profits face. I would recommend this internship to anyone who is interested in pursuing a career in public administration. When it comes to public administration, my experience at Cenet has given me a better understanding of the inner workings of event planning and management, as well as the day-to-day operations of a non-profit organization. I have also gained a better understanding of the challenges that non-profits face. I believe that this experience will be beneficial to me as I continue my studies in public administration. In conclusion, the experience that I gained at Cenet was very beneficial and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in pursuing a career in public administration.
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Conclusion
Overall, I found my experience at Cenet to be very beneficial. I was able to gain a wealth of knowledge in the area of event planning and management, as well as learn more about the day-to-day operations of a non-profit organization. I also gained a better understanding of the challenges that non-profits face. I would recommend this internship to anyone who is interested in pursuing a career in public administration. When it comes to public administration, my experience at Cenet has given me a better understanding of the inner workings of event planning and management, as well as the day-to-day operations of a non-profit organization. I have also gained a better understanding of the challenges that non-profits face. I believe that this experience will be beneficial to me as I continue my studies in public administration. In conclusion, the experience that I gained at Cenet was very beneficial and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in pursuing a career in public administration.
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