2015 IMPACT Internship Application
DFW Speech & Debate is excited to present the IMPACT Summer Internship program to
speech and debate competitors who are interested in developing their leadership skills!
Throughout our many years of teaching and training hundreds of students, we have
witnessed the tremendous growth that advanced competitors and alumni have experienced
by serving alongside camp instructors in mentoring and training other students. We strongly
believe that excellent communication should be inextricably tied to mature leadership. Thus,
we are expanding our communications training by launching this unique leadership
opportunity to give advanced communicators the opportunity to:
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Mentor hundreds of students ages 6-18
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Model godly character through example
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Be part of a dynamic travel team!
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Develop valuable leadership skills
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Improve confidence, maturity, and decision-making
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Cement understanding of theory/concepts by teaching others
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Gain resume building experience
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Develop personal communication skills
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IMPACT Intern Responsibilities
Breakout Groups
DFWSD camps are known for their hands-on training, where students apply and practice the skills they are
taught in small group settings throughout the camp. Breakout group leaders are assigned to coach small
groups in the activity at hand.
Case Reviews and Feedback
Students are assigned homework each evening of camp, to memorize and practice their speeches (speech
camp), or develop their cases and argumentation (debate camp). Interns mentor students throughout this
process, reviewing their homework each morning of camp, helping students identify areas of weakness, and
brainstorm ways to strengthen their position.
Training
Some interns may be asked to conduct a 20-30 minute training session in an area of their specialty.
Demos
Some interns may be asked to demo a speech there were successful with in competition, or demo the camp
case to introduce students to the new debate topic.
Games Organization and Leadership
Some interns will prepare and lead games/activities designed to ease beginners into public speaking and
critical-thinking. Some of these activities are designed to introduce students to the new debate topic.
Mini-Tournament
Each camp ends with a mini-competition where campers apply all they have learned. Interns assist the Camp
director in running the tournament, which includes printing and organizing ballots, posting room signs, and
judging rounds.
Parent Presentation & Recognition
After the mini-competition, each camp ends with awards for top placements in the mini-competition and a
wrap-up for the parents. Interns will prepare the largest classroom for the parent presentation. This includes
setting up the projector, slideshow of camp pictures, PowerPoint wrap-up slides, table (for debate demo),
chairs, and welcoming parents.
Check-in/ Lunch Coordinator
Some interns will be responsible for checking students in each morning, collecting lunch orders/money, and
ordering and picking up lunch.
Facility Assistant
Interns are responsible for setting up the main room and breakout rooms to meet the camp needs, then
resetting the rooms at the end of the camp.
Book Table
Interns will setup the curriculum and resource table each week, keeping inventory and answering parents’
questions.
Photographer
An intern skilled in photography will be responsible for taking pictures throughout the camp – candid, posed,
group, and otherwise – and compiling them into a slideshow for the Parent Presentation.
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Summer Internship Program Application
Submit completed application to dfwsd.internship@gmail.com by March 14, 2014
INTERN CONTACT INFORMATION
First Name:
Middle:
DOB:
Last:
Club Name:
Street Address:
City:
State:
Student cell#:
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Student E-mail:
Parent cell#:
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Parent E-mail:
Zip:
DFW SPEECH & DEBATE - MISSION STATEMENT
The goal of DFW Speech & Debate’s (DFWSD) summer camps is to help students develop solid critical-thinking and
communication skills, to understand and articulate what they believe and why. Therefore, the emphasis of our
training is to teach students to examine the underlying premise/assumptions of their position and positions
expressed by others, and articulate their views clearly and persuasively. We believe that students who have the
critical-thinking skills to analytically process the ideas they are confronted with in our culture, and the
communication skills to articulate their views persuasively, are better equipped to stand firm when challenged by
opposing worldviews and make a positive impact on those around them.
The IMPACT Internship Program supports DFWSD’s mission by providing an enriching leadership experience for
selected candidates. Serving as an IMPACT intern means your agreement to the following:
1. I am willing to set aside personal preferences, habits, and schedule in the interest of others to fulfill the
ministry that I am assigned and to seek to cultivate communicators for Jesus Christ.
2. I seek to provide excellence in service and bear witness to Jesus’ Lordship in my life through Christ-like
character.
3. I understand that upon acceptance, my conduct as an intern will serve as a direct reflection and
representation of DFW Speech & Debate. Therefore, I will seek to conduct myself in a way that is honoring,
respectful, and excellent.
4. I desire to have a teachable heart and I have a passion for instructing and mentoring students.
AVAILABILITY
Specify the dates between June 22, 2015 and August 30, 2015 that you are available to participate in the internship
program:
Specify the camps that you are interested and willing to participate in as an intern in the program:
☐ Junior speech
☐ Intro to Speech
☐ Apologetics
☐ Film Camp
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☐ Extemporaneous
☐ Interview Skills
☐ Intro to Team Policy
☐ Intro to Lincoln Douglas
☐ Intermediate/Advanced LD
☐ Intermediate/Advanced TP
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EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
# of years of competition:
Competitive Speech & Debate Experience. List National and Regional qualifications and/or events you
are pursuing National qualification in, that demonstrates diligence and excellence:
LEADERSHIP
List School, Club, Civic/community activities that you have served in. Note offices held and honors received:
REFERENCES
In order to promptly process your application, please ask a communication coach or parent of a student
whom you have coached in communication to submit a Reference Form on your behalf by March 14, 2015.
PERSONAL ASSESSMENT
In this portion of the application, you have an opportunity to give an expression of your Christian faith
and your qualifications for an internship position. Please answer the following questions on
separate pages and be sure to put your name on all pages. Remember there are no right or
wrong answers. We want your statements about your experiences. Please be as brief as possible but
try to dedicate at least one paragraph per answer. Your overall responses should not exceed two pages.
(This section must be typed)
1. What are the most important lessons you have learned in your years of competitive speech/debate?
2. Why have you applied for this internship? Ideally, what would you like to gain from this experience?
How do you see your background and long-term goals corresponding with the mission of DFW
Speech & Debate?
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PRACTICAL COMMITMENTS
DFW Speech & Debate is dedicated to providing an enriching leadership experience for IMPACT interns.
Interns that do not live near the camp location are encouraged to arrange host housing with friends that
live in the area, or contact the camp director for housing assistance if needed. Interns are responsible for
arranging their transportation to and from camps. In many cases, interns ride to/from camp with other
camp leaders, and enjoy camaraderie and fellowship with other leaders after camp. Lunch will be
provided for interns during camp.
VIDEO DEMONSTRATIONS
Please submit one or more of the following video demonstrations. Note: You are not required to submit
one of each, but keep in mind the advantage of demonstrating a diversity of skills.
1. Speech
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Platform Speech Demo
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Interpretation Speech Demo
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Limited Preparation Speech Demo
2. Debate
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Lincoln Douglas Debate Case
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Team Policy Debate Case
APPLICATION PROCESS
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IMPACT Application deadline March 14, 2015
Phase 1: Interview notifications will be sent out by March 28, 2015
Interviews and trial debates will be completed by April 11, 2015
Phase 2: Candidate selection and notices will be completed by April 25, 2015
Weekly Skype™ training starts the week of May 4, 2015
CERTIFICATION AND RELEASE
I hereby certify that the answers given and statements made in this application are true and correct. I
understand that any false statements or omissions in this application will result in removal from the selection
process, or discharge if discovered after I am selected. I hereby authorize all previous employers, institutions,
and references to furnish any information concerning my personal character, habits, employment records, and
academic records. I hereby release all such persons from liability or damages incurred as a result of inquiry
and furnishing this information.
Please mail your completed application to Cesar Ruiz and Addi Hambrick at dfwsd.internship@gmail.com.
Applicants will be notified of Phase 1 acceptance by March 28, 2015.
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