34.678, Internships: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: MA-level internship, Educational Content Developer, Duolingo, Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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Subject: 34.678, Internships: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: MA-level internship, Educational Content Developer, Duolingo, Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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From: Bozena Pajak [bozena at duolingo.com]
Subject: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: MA-level internship, Educational Content Developer, Duolingo, Pittsburgh, PA, USA


University or Organization: Duolingo
Department: Learning and Curriculum
Web Address: http://duolingo.com/efficacy
Linguistic Field(s): Applied Linguistics
                     Language Acquisition
Voluntary
Internship Location: Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Minimum Education Level: MA

Description:
Duolingo is looking for an M.A. candidate specializing in teaching
English as an additional language who has creative instincts and a
passion for developing educational content. At Duolingo, you will have
an opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge in a fast-paced,
collaborative environment, where you see the immediate impact of your
work on millions of learners worldwide. This is a 12-week internship
for summer 2023 (exact dates flexible).

You Will...
 - Work side by side with talented content developers, curriculum
designers, project managers, and engineers to deliver high-quality
content for teaching English as an additional language
 - Review, edit, and proofread learning materials for our English
courses
 - Develop educational content that is fun, accessible, and targets
English learners at specific proficiency levels

You Have...
 - Progress toward an M.A. You are currently pursuing a Master's
degree in TESOL, linguistics, applied linguistics, creative writing,
or a related field. Your planned graduation date must be between
December 2023 and May 2024.
 - Teaching experience. You have some experience teaching English as
an additional language, and you understand the difficulties of English
learners with different language backgrounds.
 - Creative writing skills. You have excellent creative instincts and
the ability to write within pedagogical constraints to develop content
that is engaging to a wide range of learners.
 - Language expertise. You have full professional proficiency in
American English and intermediate proficiency or higher in one other
language.
 - Excellent collaboration skills. You have outstanding interpersonal
and communication skills. You give and receive feedback well, and you
build and maintain strong professional relationships with colleagues.
 - Operational focus. You are organized and efficient, and strive to
continuously improve your workflow and processes.

Exceptional Candidates Will Have...
 - Multilingual language background
 - Experience developing pedagogical content or curriculum

For more information and to apply, please visit the link below.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Web Address for Applications:
https://boards.greenhouse.io/duolingo/jobs/6626299002

Contact Information:
        Bozena Pajak
        Email: bozena at duolingo.com



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