Business Ethics, Global Competitiveness, and Personal Morals?

After reading an article on the Industrial News Room, I was left with a few questions. None of them really came from one cohesive train of thought. First, should the leaders of today’s government and business be held accountable for their actions outside of the office? The article mentions the recent downfall that was Governor Spitzer’s career and how ethics and moral behavior is always being pushed into public discourse when it comes to business. The question here is, do the leaders that tout themselves for being socially responsible in the boardroom, need to be socially and morally responsible in their personal lives? Does it even matter, unless it directly affects the consumer?

 

Another question that stemmed from further reading was whether or not the costs of compliance tests are too high for these businesses? Could this be a downfall to having governmentally regulated CSR standards? Or are big businesses just looking for a way to explain their outsourcing so they don’t look like the “bad guy”?

Development Intern Position

Development Intern Position

Intern will provide support to the Development and External Affairs department. This department is responsible for maintaining and raising funds to support the operation of My Sister’s Place, Inc. (MSP); identifying new sources of funding; engaging in campaigns or events; developing materials for external use; and increasing the overall visibility of the organization. Intern responsibilities include: researching prospective funders including corporate and foundation organizations, assist with direct mail operations, write and help prepare grant proposal packages and applications, database management, special projects and assist with other administrative duties when needed.

Qualifications
Completion of at least 30 hours of coursework; knowledge of Microsoft Office; strong writing skills.

Number of Openings:	2
Salary Level:	Stipend – $560 per month
Desired Start Date:	Open
Duration:	3-6 months/Semester

 About Us

For nearly three decades, My Sister’s Place, Inc. (MSP)’s programs and services have addressed the comprehensive and holistic needs of domestic violence survivors in the District of Columbia. Toward that goal, MSP provides crisis intervention over the telephone and in-person, information and referrals, individual and group counseling, clinical case management, extensive community outreach and education, emergency food/shelter and transitional housing and other supportive services. MSP’s success in serving victims of domestic violence, and always responding to the needs of our clients, shows that the sanctuary which our agency provides is conducive to helping victims establish and maintain violence free lives.

 To Apply

Email cover letter, resume and writing sample to:

Johnica J. Garrett
jgarrett@mysistersplacedc.org
202-529-5261 ext 302