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Position: Internship - Children's Creative Storytelling

Location: Voice Up Publishing Inc. (Remote)

Duration: 10-12 weeks, flexible hours.

Compensation: Academic Credit or Volunteer and Professional Letter of Recommendation from the award-winning Founder.

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Children's Creative Storytelling for Social Impact

Remote Internship Program Overview

 

Program Description

A flexible 12-week remote internship focused on creating children's stories (ages 3-9) that inspire positive social action and community engagement. Interns work virtually to craft age-appropriate narratives that empower young readers to make a difference in their local communities.

 

Learning Objectives

- Master age-appropriate storytelling techniques for different developmental stages

- Develop skills in creating engaging, inclusive narratives

- Learn to incorporate social impact themes in accessible ways

- Understand community needs and translate them into stories

- Gain practical experience in story creation and virtual presentation

 

Core Responsibilities

1. Story Development

   - Research community issues suitable for young audiences

   - Create original stories featuring diverse characters and situations

   - Develop accompanying illustrations or visual concepts

   - Craft interactive elements that encourage reader participation

 

2. Virtual Community Engagement

   - Conduct virtual interviews with community leaders

   - Participate in online reading sessions with schools and libraries

   - Gather digital feedback from teachers and parents

   - Engage in virtual community events

 

3. Story Testing and Refinement

   - Conduct virtual story readings

   - Collect and incorporate online feedback

   - Adapt stories based on audience response

   - Document best practices and learning outcomes

 

Flexible Schedule Structure

- 15-20 hours per week

- Self-paced work schedule

- Core availability hours: Choose 2 blocks of 2-hours each week for meetings and presentations

- Flexible deadlines with weekly progress check-ins

- Project-based milestones rather than strict daily schedules

 

Program Timeline

Week 1-3: Foundation (Flexible Completion)

- Virtual orientation and program overview

- Online workshops on children's literature

- Digital community needs assessment

- Virtual storytelling techniques training

 

Week 4-6: Story Creation (Self-Paced)

- Independent character development

- Online collaboration for plot structure

- Virtual feedback sessions

- First draft development

 

Week 7-9: Testing and Feedback (Scheduled Events)

- Virtual story readings

- Online workshops

- Digital feedback collection

- Remote story revision

 

Week 10-12: Final Project (Deadline-Oriented)

- Digital portfolio completion

- Virtual community presentation

- Impact documentation

- Final reflection

 

Required Skills

- Strong creative writing abilities

- Digital literacy and comfort with virtual collaboration

- Understanding of social issues

- Excellent written and virtual communication skills

- Self-motivation and time management

 

Desired Qualities

- Passion for community service

- Creativity and imagination

- Independence and self-direction

- Cultural sensitivity

- Virtual team collaboration skills

 

Enhanced Benefits Package

1. Professional Development

   - Personalized letter of recommendation from the founder

   - Digital portfolio development

   - LinkedIn endorsement

   - Professional networking opportunities

 

2. Flexible Work Environment

   - Work from anywhere

   - Set your own schedule

   - Choose your core availability hours

   - Balance work with other commitments

 

3. Career Support

   - Monthly career coaching sessions

   - Resume building workshop

   - Publishing industry insights

   - Professional development workshops

 

Virtual Mentorship and Support

- Weekly video check-ins with program supervisor

- Monthly virtual workshops with professional children's authors

- Online resource library access

- Digital networking events

- 24/7 access to program materials

 

Digital Tools Provided

- Premium Zoom account

- Project management software access

- Digital storytelling tools

- Cloud storage for materials

- Virtual collaboration platforms

 

Remote Work Requirements

- Reliable internet connection

- Computer with video capability

- Quiet space for virtual meetings

- Basic digital tools (word processor, PDF reader)

- Email and messaging availability

 

Deliverables

1. Digital portfolio of 3-5 original stories

2. Virtual community impact report

3. Online documentation of story development

4. Recorded presentation of works

5. Digital reflection journal

 

Application Process

Send to info@ellingtonbooks.com 

1. Submit resume and cover letter electronically

2. Provide digital writing sample

3. Virtual interview

4. Online reference check

5. Final selection

 

Impact Measurement

- Number of children reached virtually

- Online feedback metrics

- Digital engagement statistics

- Virtual program effectiveness

- Story impact assessment

 

Program Resources

- Digital writing tools and templates

- Virtual children's literature database

- Online community contact directory

- Digital recording and editing tools

- Cloud-based workspace

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Game Design

Internship: Children's Educational Game Design

AI Children's Educational Game Design Internship

Remote Position

 

We are creating a new way for communities to explore, share, and discover their life journey. We connect people to their purpose.

 

Schedule, Duration, Position Type

-Contract, Part-Time, Internship 

-Compensation: Academic Credit or Volunteer (Unpaid)

- Flexible hours to accommodate academic schedules

- Minimum commitment: 3 months

- Start date: Flexible

- Full ownership of all intellectual property rights

- 50/50 split on all net proceeds 

 

Position Overview

Join Voice Up Publishing in creating an innovative global series of AI-powered children's video games, books, and educational tools that teach core character qualities: collaboration, humility, precision, patience, and empathy. This role focuses on developing engaging digital experiences that connect alphabet learning with local community awareness while fostering essential character development in young learners worldwide.

 

Intellectual Property & Revenue Structure

- Interns maintains full ownership of all original intellectual property

- 50/50 split of net proceeds from all commercial use of created works

- Retention of rights to use intellectual property in personal portfolio

- Co-branding opportunities on all products and materials

- Transparent quarterly revenue reporting and distribution

- Clear attribution rights on all published works

- Collaborative marketing opportunities

- Input on product development and distribution

 

Key Responsibilities

- Design simple, engaging children's video games focused on character development

- Create character-driven educational narratives

- Develop AI-enhanced learning experiences

- Connect alphabet learning to community exploration

- Build cross-platform educational content

- Participate in weekly Saturday afternoon collaborative sessions with our nationwide team of student leaders

- Test and iterate game designs with young users

- Document learning outcomes and engagement

 

Required Qualifications

- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university

- Experience in game design or children's educational content

- Understanding of early childhood development

- Knowledge of AI in educational technology

- Strong creative and storytelling abilities

- Excellence in user experience design

- Cultural sensitivity and awareness

- Project management skills

 

Position Details

- 100% remote position with flexible scheduling

- Part-time commitment (hours adjustable to academic schedule)

- Unpaid position eligible for academic credit (subject to university approval)

- Duration: One academic semester

 

Core Character Focus

**Game Elements Integration**

- Collaboration: Team-based challenges and cooperative play

- Humility: Learning from mistakes and growth mindset

- Precision: Attention to detail and careful thinking

- Patience: Progressive learning and persistence

- Empathy: Understanding others' perspectives

 

Educational Components

- Alphabet learning through community connection

- Character development through storytelling

- Local community exploration

- Cultural awareness building

- Interactive learning experiences

- Progress tracking

- Parent/teacher resources

- Multilingual support

 

Project Deliverables

- Video game prototypes

- Children's book concepts

- Learning activity designs

- Community connection tools

- Progress tracking systems

- Engagement metrics

- Parent/teacher guides

- Impact assessments

 

Core Competency Development

**Game Design**

- Educational game mechanics

- User experience design

- Character development

- Story progression

- Learning integration

- Engagement strategies

- AI implementation

- Cross-platform development

 

**Educational Innovation**

- Early childhood learning

- Character development

- Community connection

- Cultural adaptation

- Progress measurement

- Resource creation

- Parent engagement

- Teacher support

 

Voice Up Publishing Inc. believes in using technology to create meaningful educational experiences that build character while connecting children to their communities.

 

Success Metrics

- Learning outcomes

- Character development

- Community engagement

- User enjoyment

- Parent/teacher feedback

- Cultural relevance

- Global adaptation

- Educational impact

 

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

- Game design creativity

- Educational understanding

- Cultural awareness

- Technical capability

- Storytelling ability

- Character development

- Implementation focus

- Community connection

 

Cross-Platform Integration

- Video games

- Interactive books

- Learning apps

- Community activities

- Parent resources

- Teacher tools

- Progress tracking

- Impact measurement

 

Target Age Groups

- Early learners (3-5)

- Beginning readers (6-7)

- Independent readers (8-9)

- Global adaptations for each age group

 

Voice Up Publishing Inc. is committed to creating engaging educational experiences that build character while connecting children to their communities. We welcome applications from students who can help create meaningful learning experiences through technology.

 

Note: Understanding of both early childhood development and game design principles is essential. Experience with educational technology and cultural adaptation is highly valued.

 

Global Impact Goals

- Cultural relevance

- Local community connection

- Universal character values

- Multilingual support

- Global accessibility

- Cultural sensitivity

- Community engagement

- Educational effectiveness

 

This position requires both creative game design skills and deep understanding of character development in early childhood education.

Voice Up Publishing, Inc.

Our Values
Collaboration, Humility, Patience, Empathy, & Precision

Our mission is to transform how families support a healthier way for a better life.

 

We focus on raising awareness about mental health and building up the ones we love using soothing rhythms, poems, and the spoken word. Let's inspire your inner voice and overcome the negative stigma of asking for help with mental health.

 

1 in 5 adults and 1 in 6 children experience a clinically diagnosed mental health issue every year. Over 50% of adults and over 60% of children receive no treatment.

 

The founder of J Ellington & Voice Up is a Hamilton Award Winner for Outstanding Contributions to the cause of behavioral health and service to those with disabilities.

 

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Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.

Colossians 3:13‭-‬15 NLT

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Contact Us

info@ellingtonbooks.com

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