The Aging in New York Fund is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student to work on the development of a web-based menu planning application. Under general direction,
the Nutrition Intern will be responsible for the following:
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Modify recipes so that they meet the nutritional guidelines established by The Department for the Aging
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Complete the nutrient analysis of recipes and menus using Nutritionist Pro software
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Enter recipes and nutrient analysis information into the developed database
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Conduct trainings for senior center staff on how to use the application
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Communicate with community partners
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Participate in the development workgroup; complete written reports and summaries
**This position may require travel throughout the 5 boroughs of NYC
Minimum Qualifications
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Currently enrolled and have completed a minimum of 30 credits in an undergraduate program in nutrition and/or dietetics OR currently enrolled in a graduate program
in nutrition and/or dietetics
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Good computer skills
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Interest in working with the senior population
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Comfortable working with staff
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Passion for food and nutrition
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Willing to travel within the 5 boroughs of NYC
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Knowledge of or the ability to learn how to complete a nutrient analysis using nutrient analysis software
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Comfortable working in a professional office environment
Compensation
This assignment begins in June 2013 and candidates should be available to work 14 hours per week. The hourly rate for undergraduate interns is $12 per hour; the hourly rate for
graduate interns is $17 per hour. Hired interns are considered part-time, non-exempt temporary employees. Temporary
employees are those individuals hired for a period of one year or less, regardless of how many hours worked per week, and are not eligible for benefits.
To apply, please send resume to Elysa Dinzes at
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