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A New Internship Program for Graduate Students SAMHSA is Accepting Applications for CSAP’s Prevention Fellowship Program Graduate Student Internship

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Substance Abuse Mental Health Services
Administration’s (SAMHSA) Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) is now accepting applications for the Prevention Fellowship Program’s Graduate Student Internship.
 

The Graduate Student Internship, one component of CSAP’s Prevention Fellowship Program, invites up to 30 qualified graduate students from schools of public, behavioral, and allied health to apply for a 48-week paid internship program in participating State agencies throughout the United States. (Visit the application Web site at www.seiservices.com/SAMHSA/csap for a list of participating States.)

The purpose of the CSAP Prevention Fellowship Program Graduate Student Internship is to offer participants front-line experience in the field of substance abuse prevention. Interns will learn new techniques, master best practices in the field, and apply knowledge gained from their graduate school experience. During the internship, which will combine Web-based training and hands-on experience, students will be assigned to State agency mentors for on-site training and workforce development within the State’s substance abuse prevention system.
 

Please note that graduate interns are accepted on a State-by-State basis, as all States are not eligible participants in the Prevention Fellowship Program’s Graduate Student Internship. Interns will receive a stipend of $15 per hour and will be required to work 40 hours per week. They will not be provided with insurance, travel, lodging, per diem allowances, or conference registration reimbursement.

WHO CAN APPLY
Graduate students from any State seeking selection into the internship program must meet the following criteria and provide associated documentation:
(1) U.S. citizenship or U.S. Territories and Pacific Jurisdictions residency;
(2) enrollment in a graduate school for public, behavioral, and allied health;
(3) two letters of recommendation;
(4) a detailed essay or paper of not more than two pages on why the candidate should be selected for the internship and how selection would support his or her career goals; and
(5) a strong interest in the substance abuse prevention field.
(Please note that an applicant residing in a non-participating State may submit an application to an agency internship site outside of their State.)

APPLICATION DUE DATE:
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Applications must be received by the due date to be considered. Selected candidates are expected to begin their internships on January 25, 2010, and no later than February 1, 2010. Applicants will be notified of selection status on or before January 11, 2010. Start dates may be altered slightly, in some instances, to accommodate unforeseen circumstances.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications will be accepted from eligible candidates beginning on November 2, 2009. To apply, complete and submit the online application, which is available at www.seiservices.com/SAMHS/csap/newapplicant.aspx.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please contact Sabrina Roundtree at sroundtree@seiservices.com or 240-485-1700, ext. 157.

Position: Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health (MNCH) Intern

Program Activity: Research and Administrative Support

Organization Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Number of days 15-20 hours per week (negotiable)
Dates December 2009 – May 2010 (negotiable)
Principal working office Arlington, VA

1) Background:

The purpose of this internship is to provide support to the MNCH unit within the Center for Health Services (CHS). The intern will provide assistance to the Global Technical Lead as well as other technical support staff. While the majority of this internship will be focused on MNCH issues, the intern will provide limited support to the Family Planning (FP) and Reproductive Health (RH) unit. In addition, other opportunities may arise for the intern to provide support in other technical areas, such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, communicable diseases, performance-based financing, etc.
The MNCH unit is primarily responsible for providing technical assistance to field projects by promoting community-based approaches to MNCH. For example, we work to expand care to during childbirth; ensure postpartum follow up for mothers and infants, and promote community based prevention, treatment and care of common illnesses such as diarrhea, pneumonia and malaria.

2) Qualifications:

• Minimum of Masters level student
• Knowledge of MNCH and other public health issues.
• Prior experience working/interning with health and development programs preferred.
• Self-starter who is able to work independently.
• Organized; good multi-tasker.
• Excellent inter-personal skills.
• Results-oriented, high energy and a positive attitude.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communications skills.
• Computer skills essential: proficiency in MS applications.
• Foreign language skills (particularly French) are helpful, but not mandatory.

Interested candidates should submit the following by email to Keriann Schulkers (kschulkers@msh.org):

• A statement of interest, which includes particular skills, language capacity, geographical and subject matter preference if any, clarification of time constraints or flexibility, as well as phone and email contact information.
• Current curriculum vitae.

Please be sure to include the position to which you are applying in the subject line of your email. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt; promising applicants will be invited to an interview.

Position: Tuberculosis Control Assistance Program (TB CAP) Intern

Program Activity: TB CAP Management and Research Support

Organization Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Number of days 15-20 hours per week
Dates December 2009 – May 2010 (negotiable)
Principal working office Arlington, VA

1) Background:

The Tuberculosis Control Assistance Program (TB CAP) aims to decrease morbidity and mortality by increasing case detection and treatment success of pulmonary TB patients in USAID priority countries. TBCAP is USAID’s five year (2005-2010) centrally funded project focusing on implementing WHO’s Stop TB strategy. MSH is one of eight partners, including KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, WHO, The International Union Against Tuberculosis, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Family Health International, American Thoracic Society, and the Japanese Anti-Tuberculosis Association.
Within TB CAP, MSH makes a unique contribution for addressing constraints such as poor management and lack of sustainable leadership, weak laboratory services and failure of drug supplies, inconsistent drug quality and inadequate drug policies, lacking information systems, weak monitoring and evaluation, and overwhelmed health systems. MSH is making important contributions as coordinating partner for Afghanistan, Malawi, Southern Sudan and Ghana; MSH also is currently collaborating in Ethiopia, Kenya, Pakistan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Mozambique, and Namibia.
TB CAP is entering its final year of funding (activities ending September 2010). MSH has expanded its role considerably over the last year and requires additional support to strengthen the management and organization of the project. Also, there are many activities that need to be accomplished to prepare MSH for a potential follow-on project; effective preparation for a second project will allow MSH to be well positioned for continued success in this project and future TB work.

2) Qualifications:

• Minimum of Masters level student
• Knowledge of TB and other public health issues.
• Prior experience working/interning with health and development programs preferred.
• Self-starter who is able to work independently.
• Organized; good multi-tasker.
• Excellent inter-personal skills.
• Results-oriented, high energy and a positive attitude.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communications skills.
• Computer skills essential: proficiency in MS applications.
• Foreign language skills are helpful, but not mandatory.

Interested candidates should submit the following by email to Keriann Schulkers (kschulkers@msh.org):

• A statement of interest, which includes particular skills, language capacity, geographical and subject matter preference if any, clarification of time constraints or flexibility, as well as phone and email contact information.
• Current curriculum vitae.

Please be sure to include the position to which you are applying in the subject line of your email. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt; promising applicants will be invited to an interview.
 

Spring Intern Position Available

Description:

The Reproductive Health Technologies Project (RHTP), a non-profit
advocacy organization in Washington, DC seeks a Spring Intern.

This part-time position can begin in January and continue through May,
with the possibility of continuing through the summer. Exact start and
end dates are negotiable. The position is paid at $8.25/hour. Intern
will report to the Senior Associate for Programs and Policy.  

The mission of RHTP is to advance the ability of every woman to achieve
full reproductive freedom with access to the safest, most effective and
preferred methods for controlling her fertility and protecting her
reproductive health.

RHTP is an advocacy organization; we do not provide direct services. Our
unique role in the reproductive health, rights and justice communities
is our focus on improving the U.S. political climate so that more and
better options are available to women and men for preventing or ending
an unwanted pregnancy, preventing or treating disease, and also for
becoming pregnant. We do this by convening multi-disciplinary
discussions that look at the science, ethics, politics and practice of
any given technology, building consensus for action among professional
medical groups, advocacy organizations, academics, and on occasion for
profit drug companies, and implementing strategic communications and
advocacy campaigns. For more information about RHTP's work, we suggest
you visit www.rhtp.org <http://www.rhtp.org/> .

Duties:

*    Provide direct administrative support to the President and other
senior staff.
*    Assist with day to day office operations including answering
phones, maintaining office equipment and filing systems, and fundraising
and grants management tasks.
*    Conduct background research for specific project initiatives or
immediate public policy needs, particularly related to emerging or
current reproductive technologies, and summarize findings in a clear and
concise manner.
*    Compile communications and public affairs materials as assigned
that may include media lists, media clips, and Congressional voting
records.
*    Assist with the coordination of meetings, conferences, webinars
and events, including logistics planning, preparation of informational
materials, backstopping and follow up.
*    Attend various coalition meetings, briefings and conferences as
a representative of RHTP.
*    Prepare notes and meeting reports.


Qualifications:

*                     Applicant should be pursuing his/her undergraduate
degree, preferably in one of the social or physical sciences, public
health, policy analysis, or other fields related to the position.

*                     Demonstrated interest in reproductive health or related issues.

*                     Ability to manage multiple projects and a variety of tasks.

*                     Excellent writing and research skills.

*                     Excellent interpersonal skills, professional
demeanor, self-directed and independent, with a strong commitment to
reproductive health, rights and justice.

*                     Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, database
management, and Internet research.

 RHTP is dedicated to diversity in staff as well as to an inclusive work
environment. Please e-mail resume, cover letter, application form, and
one writing sample to mrosenhaus@rhtp.org
with "Spring Intern" in the subject line.  The last day to apply is
Friday, December 4, 2009.

 

mrosenhaus@rhtp.org
with "Spring Intern" in the subject line.  The last day to apply is
Friday, December 4, 2009.

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My Medicare Matters Campaign Seeks Summer Intern

Who we are: My Medicare Matters is an education and outreach initiative that helps
people with Medicare and their families better understand Medicare. It is sponsored by
the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and supported by AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals,
LP.

The My Medicare Matters national campaign has three goals: (1) to maximize the
number of people who are “informed consumers” of Medicare, including Part D and who
are able to take appropriate next steps; and (2) to maximize the number of eligible
people who enroll in the Medicare Savings Programs, Part D Extra Help/Low-Income
Subsidy (LIS), (3) maximize access to related benefits for elders of modest financial
means. (For more information about My Medicare Matters, please visit our Web sites:
www.MyMedicareMatters.org for consumers and www.MyMedicareCommunity.org
for professionals and volunteers who work with people with Medicare.

The mission of NCOA is to improve the lives of older Americans. NCOA programs help
older people remain healthy and independent, find jobs, access benefits programs, and
discover meaningful ways to continue contributing to society. A charitable organization
with a national network of more than 14,000 organizations and leaders, NCOA was
founded in 1950 and is based in Washington, DC. (For more information about NCOA,
please visit www.NCOA.org.)

Intern Position: The My Medicare Matters campaign is looking for dynamic, detailoriented
graduate (public administration, policy, law, or other) students for a 10 week
fulltime internship program with My Medicare Matters and related programs at the
National Council on Aging in Washington DC during the Summer of 2010. Prior
demonstrated interest in Medicare, Medicaid and/or poverty among older persons is a
prerequisite to be considered for this position.
 

Responsibilities:
• Assisting in the provision of technical assistance and training to communitybased
organizations providing Medicare and related entitlement benefits
counseling and assistance to elders and younger adults with disabilities
• Updating developments regarding state eligibility criteria and applications
processes for needs-based public benefits programs and helping community
organizations to provide consumers with accurate information;
• Exploring and supporting local and statewide initiatives related outreach and
enrollment into Medicare and related entitlement benefits for elders and younger
adults with disabilities;
1901 L St., NW ? Fourth Floor ? Washington, DC 20036 ? (202) 479-1200 ? (202) 479-0735 FAX
• Updating data on the percentages of seniors who are eligible and who are
enrolled in federal needs-based benefits programs;
• Updating the My Medicare Matters and My Medicare Community Web sites to
ensure both sites are current;
• Other work as assigned.
We provide a stipend or cooperate with externship programs that enable students to
earn academic credit.
 

Our summer interns have ample opportunities to attend policy briefings, Congressional
Hearings and other policy-related events and to network with interns at other national
organizations that work on aging and Medicare issues to the extent possible.
To apply: Interested candidates should forward a cover letter, resume, and short writing
sample (5 pages maximum) to Hilary Dalin at hilary.dalin@ncoa.org. Selected candidate
will be contacted to schedule an interview.
 

Deadline: January 15, 2009. Applications will be considered as they arrive.
 

For more information, please contact us:
My Medicare Matters
National Council on Aging
1901 L Street, NW 4th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20036
hilary.dalin@ncoa.org

Interested in Gender Equity and Advocacy Efforts?

The Women’s Sports Foundation®, a national non-profit 501(c)3 organization, is accepting online applications for full time Advocacy internship position for January-June 2010. Responsibilities include working with our Information Referral Service and assignment in the Advocacy department under the direction of an individual supervisor. Interns receive an hourly rate of $7.25. Interns work in our Washington DC office for the hours of 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday. Interns may also obtain college credit along with the stipend.

The Advocacy Intern responds to all telephone, mail and e-mail requests for information related to Title IX, the Amateur Sports Act and other gender equity situations in women's sports. Daily interaction with parents, coaches and athletes confronting gender discrimination makes this experience both exciting and rewarding. Responses require familiarity with gender equity educational resources, and familiarity with Foundation listings of referral attorneys and agencies. Independent advocacy projects include preparing articles for the Foundation's newsletter, development of correspondence to encourage schools and organizations to comply with various laws, preparing documents for Congressional briefings, attending lobbying visits, researching gender equity topics and producing monthly advocacy reports.

To be considered for this opportunity, send a cover letter stating, your interest, brief writing sample, and a resume to Terri Lakowski, Public Policy Director at TLakowski@womenssportsfoundation.org.
For more information please visit http://womenssportsfoundation.org

Terri Lakowski, Public Policy Director at TLakowski@womenssportsfoundation.org.

Communications Committee Intern
Governing Council
Unpaid Internship
Reports to MWPHA Communications Chair

Job summary
MWPHA is an American Public Health Association (APHA) affiliate and a regional association of individuals and organizations working to improve the health of the Metropolitan Washington region. We educate members, other professionals and the public in our region about scientific and professional public health standards, practices and policies to enable them to advocate for social justice and enhance their own public health practice, addressing the conditions necessary for healthy communities.
MWPHA currently seeks an action-oriented individual with leadership qualities to assist in communications aspects for the organization.

Summary of essential job functions
· To assist communication chair in implementing an internal and external communications plan and attend
committee meetings.
· Work with MWPHA volunteer members and the Governing Council to find effective methods to communicate
organizational activities and increase membership participation
· Assist chair in creating MWPHA introductory video and other communication materials.
· Draft and finalize the quarterly MWPHA newsletter “Metro Health”. Candidate is responsible for finalizing
content, working with committee chair to design the final layout, and distributing newsletter MWPHA members.
Benefits upon successful completion of internship:
· College Credit/Volunteer Hours, if appropriate
· Nomination to MWPHA annual scholarship
· One-year free membership to MWPHA
· Letters of recommendation

Minimum requirements
Some prior communications knowledge required including social networking, media campaigns and message
development, web/graphic design, and marketing. Intern should be able to dedicate at least five hours per week to job duties. This is an unpaid opportunity.
Please e-mail resume and cover letter to Kafui Doe at communications@mwpha.org

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Kafui Doe at communications@mwpha.org

I want to tell you about a unique employment opportunity with the
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that your students and
alumni should consider applying for in November 2009.  HHS will recruit
and hire the best and brightest through the Emerging Leaders Program
(ELP) in order to support our succession planning and workforce needs.
We are looking for the next generation of leadership in HHS and
government.  This highly competitive, 2-year, paid federal internship
with HHS offers the following:

*    Salary starting at the GS-9 level ($50, 408) with promotion
potential to the GS-12 level over a 2-year period
*    Formal competency-based leadership training and professional
development
*    Rotational opportunities within HHS (e.g., Office of the
Secretary, NIH, FDA, CDC, CMS)
*    Mentoring and coaching from senior executives and renowned
experts in HHS
*    Networking opportunities with HHS executive leadership

Please visit our website at http://hhsu.learning.hhs.gov/elp

The job announcement for the ELP will
be posted on our website over the next week and selections for this
program will be made in April, with a June or July start date with HHS.
 We are looking for talented and highly-motivated
individuals with a commitment to public service to join HHS. 

Lakeisha McClendon at 301-443-1858

Interested in Challenging Homophobia in Sport?

The Women’s Sports Foundation®, a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, is accepting online applications for an internship position to work with It Takes A Team! Education Campaign for LGBT Issues in Sport. The internship is full-time for June-August 2009 and part-time for the August-December and January-May sessions. This internship will be under the direction of the It Takes A Team! Director. Interns work in our Washington, D.C., area office (Bethesda, Md.) for the hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The intern position is non-paid, but participants may obtain school credit.

The It Takes A Team! Intern assists the director with program activities; inquiries from parents, coaches, athletes; and administrators related to homophobia in sport. Other responsibilities include assistance with the maintenance of the It Takes A Team! section of the Foundation’s Web site and databases, as well as preparation of a monthly e-newsletter.

To be considered for this opportunity, send a cover letter stating your interest and a resume to Pat Griffin, It Takes A Team! Project Director, at PGriffin@WomensSportsFoundation.org.
Don’t let this chance pass you by.

Pat Griffin, It Takes A Team! Project Director, at PGriffin@WomensSportsFoundation.org.

Interested in Gender Equity and Public Policy Efforts?

The Women’s Sports Foundation®, a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, is accepting online applications for a part-time Public Policy internship position for sessions running June-August 2009, August-December and January-May. Responsibilities include working with Public Policy Department on its legislative initiatives and on gender equity cases. Interns will be under the direction of the Foundation’s Public Policy Director. Interns work in the Foundation’s D.C.-area office (Bethesda, Md.) 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The intern position is non-paid, but participants may obtain college/university credit.

The Public Policy Intern will assist the Foundation’s Public Policy Department with research and writing to support its gender equity cases and legislative initiatives. Additionally, the intern will help maintain the public policy section of the Foundation’s Web site, identify and record relationships with key strategic partners, and research/write articles and position statements on different issues pertaining to gender equity in sports.

To be considered for this opportunity, send a cover letter stating your interest, a resume and a brief writing sample to Terri Lakowski, Public Policy Director, at TLakowski@WomensSportsFoundation.org.
Questions: Contact Terri Lakowski, Public Policy Director, at 301.657.5829.

Questions: Contact Terri Lakowski, Public Policy Director, at 301.657.5829.

TLakowski@WomensSportsFoundation.org.

*UN Internship Programme *

The United Nations provides opportunities for students enrolled in a
graduate programme to undertake an internship at its Headquarters in New
York.

This Internship Programme is for the United Nations Headquarters in New York
only.

Eligible candidates interested in doing an internship at the United Nations
Headquarters in New York can apply by visiting the United Nations Human
Resources website, also known as “Galaxy”:
http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/sds/internsh/index.htm

Deadline to apply for the Summer 2010 session is: January 29, 2010

Application: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/sds/internsh/htm/application.htm

 

Internship Coordinator
United Nations Headquarters
Room S-2475J
New York, NY 10017
U.S.A. 
E-mail: OHRM_interns@un.org

• Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Required: Current Masters degree student in public or community health
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and follow directions and ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Intermediate experience in Microsoft Excel with experience using statistical packages such as SPSS and databases such as Microsoft Access
• Experience with writing SMART goals and objectives and previous evaluation tool development a plus but not required

Send email cover letter and resume to Kimberley McBride, Coordinator of

Founded in 1933 on the recommendation of Albert Einstein, the IRC is a leading nonsectarian, voluntary
organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression
or violent conflict. The IRC DC resettlement office is located in the Suburban Washington Resettlement
Center (SWRC) in Silver Spring, MD, serving approximately 800-900 clients a year. Currently, our refugee
clients are primarily from Iraq, Bhutan, Burma, Sierra Leone, Eritrea, Afghanistan and Iran. The IRC also
serves a unique population of asylees, victims of trafficking, and parolees from countries such as
Cameroon, Ethiopia, Haiti, and Cuba. While the majority of the refugees are resettled in Montgomery and
Prince George’s Counties, services are also provided in Washington, DC and northern Virginia.
 

Refugees and asylees arrive with a wide range of health concerns including malnutrition, TB, parasitic
infections, HIV/AIDS, and mental illness. Upon arrival to the United States, they face a new set of
challenges to effectively navigate the US healthcare system and access important community health
resources. Additionally, the stress of a new environment often exacerbates certain health conditions.
The IRC is committed to developing a public health program with the overall goal of maximizing public
health awareness, access, and advocacy for all refugee and asylee clients of the SWRC.
 

Public Health Intern
· Provide coaching for refugee clients on the navigation of the US healthcare system
· Coordinate health appointments for refugee clients
· Assist in coordinating health promotion workshops
· Develop community health resource guides
· Research and assist in developing partnerships with local health resources
· Maintain databases tracking healthcare case management
· As needed, accompany and advocate for clients at medical appointments
· Other duties as assigned
 

Qualifications:
· Interest and experience in public health and displaced/immigrant populations
· Effective interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills
· Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
· Interest and flexibility in working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural setting
· High level of professionalism with attention to detail
· Proficiency in Nepali, Arabic, Amharic, or French desirable
· 15-40 hour per week commitment
· Applicants interested in year-long internships are highly preferred; Minimum commitment January
2010-May 2010
 

* Note: This is an unpaid internship. MPH students may not use the internship as part of their practicum
requirements.

Please send letter of interest and resume by December 15, 2009 to:
Josephine Francisco, Public Health Specialist: Josie.Francisco@theirc.org
(No phone calls please.)

SCA, the Student Conservation Association, is the leading provider of expense-paid conservation internships in the nation, completing over 1 million hours of service annually. Participants enjoy exciting and challenging work and service opportunities in more than 50 different disciplines in all fifty states. Interns have the opportunity to work in national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and with other resource management agencies on a state, local, and federal level. Position lengths vary from 12 weeks to 12 months, and start all times through out the year. All ages, majors and skill sets are eligible to apply. Internships are expense-paid, including housing, travel reimbursement, money for food, and an Americorps Award.

With almost 2000 positions, SCA internships are found in a wide variety of fields, including:  wildlife, archaeology, geography, public risk management, GPS/GIS, fire education, landscape architecture, public safety, environmental education, public outreach, backcountry patrol, public policy and public relations, visitor services, fisheries, habitat restoration, trail maintenance and reconstruction, resource management, and many more.                                           
________________________________

Public Risk Management Internship Program:

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER 2010

An Innovative Internship in Injury Prevention in our National Parks!

Program Description:

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), in conjunction with the National Parks Service, is offering a 3-6 month assignment at one of the National Parks working on a risk management project to support park injury prevention efforts and enhance visitor experience. The position required attendance at an intensive, highly specialized, week-long training in June covering topics such as injury epidemiology, task planning, data collection, and wilderness first aid. This opportunity offers a weekly living allowance, housing, training, and transportation to and from the park. All participants are eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon completion of their service. The position satisfies graduate practicum requirements and may be receive credit

Example Projects include:

• Design and implement youth programs for children of diverse backgrounds to enjoy parks safely
• ? Create an injury data collection system to investigate causes of injuries
• Perform visitor or employee risk assessment
• ? Draft a Park Emergency Response Plan
• ? Produce safety podcasts for visitors

Benefits:
 

• Spend a summer working in a national park unit applying and refine skills in data collection, literature review, risk assessment, technical writing, and presentation creation

• Expense paid- living stipend allotted, housing; transportation

• Have a direct impact on saving lives and enhance visitor experience in our parks

• ? Eligible for AmeriCorps award

Qualifications:

 Excellent analytic and organizational skills

? Ability to take initiative and work independently

 Excellent oral and written communication skills

? Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary group

       
 Students interested in public health, behavioral sciences, communications, wilderness and recreational risk management, wilderness medicine, safety studies, and/or injury epidemiology are encouraged to apply.


FOR MORE INFO. -The Student Conservation Association www.thesca.org   or Abe Gates (Admissions) agates@thesca.org or (603) 543-1700 x216
 

Abe Gates (Admissions) agates@thesca.org

(603) 543-1700 x216

TITLE: Program Intern
ABOUT THE NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION: The mission of the National Kidney
Foundation Serving the National Capital Area is to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases,
improve the health and well being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and
increase the availability of all organs for transplantation. The Foundation funds medical research,
and provides patient and community services, professional and public education, and organ
donation programs.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting the National Kidney Foundation Serving the
National Capital Area in their programmatic efforts. This position reports to the Division
Program Manager.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
1. Assist with the planning and execution of physician and public health education programs
through calling contacts, updating documents, recording evaluation data, and organizing
materials.
2. Research organizations and contacts for potential delivery of education programs.
3. Help prepare for community screening and health assessment events. May be called upon
to assist staff at these events.
4. Support the management and activities for Team Nation’s Capital, the local team
attending the 2010 U.S. Transplant Games.
5. Perform additional activities as assigned by others in the Program department.
 

QUALIFICATIONS: College student with a major in public health, pre-med, sociology,
anthropology, human services, or related field preferred. Ability to communicate effectively both
orally and in writing. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including intermediate knowledge
of Excel. Experience using databases a plus. Ability to work as a part of a team, balance
priorities, and work well under pressure in a professional environment is a must.
 

TIMELINE & HOURS: Spring Semester internship (January-May 2010) with flexible hours (12
to 16 hours per week unless specified otherwise by university requirements/advisor).
 

1 position available.

This is an unpaid internship. Course credit is available as approved by university
requirements/advisor. A travel stipend may be available.

Send cover letter and resume to Grace Friedberger, Division Program Manager, at
grace.friedberger@kidney.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

National Kidney Foundation Serving the National Capital Area
5335 Wisconsin Ave., NW • Suite 300 • Washington, DC 20015
202-244-7900 • Fax 202-244-7900 • www.kidneywdc.org

Grace Friedberger, Division Program Manager, at grace.friedberger@kidney.org

Public Health Informatics/Health IT Internship

The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), a national organization representing approximately 3,000 local health departments nationwide, has an immediate opening for a Public Health Informatics/Health IT Intern.

This is a three-month paid internship with the possibility of a six-month extension. (Possible capstone opportunity)

Hours:
15-20 hours per week during regular office hours

Compensation:
$12-$15 per hour (commensurate with experience)

Nature of Work:

The intern will be responsible for assisting staff in a variety of administrative and
content-related duties under the Public Health Informatics Program.  These projects focus on and address the information technology capacity and infrastructure needs of  local public health departments and advance public health’s effective participation in developing the national health information infrastructure. The intern will also be responsible for assisting staff with other related informatics activities as needed.

The work involves significant collaboration with local and state public health agencies, partner organizations and NACCHO staff.  The work is to be completed with minimal supervision and guidance and a high level of accountability.

Work duties associated with the internship:
Specific tasks may include but are not limited to:

Monitoring and tracking the 2009 Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act (part of the Stimulus package known as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act) implementation efforts related to Regional Extension Centers, health information exchange contracts, and electronic health/medical record implementation
Create a database of appropriate funding mechanisms through the HITECH Act, including the timelines, contacts, and applicability to local health departments.
Compiling news and content-related resources and drafting relevant reports or fact sheets for dissemination to members via electronic newsletter and other NACCHO publications
Conducting Internet and other research on topics related to public health informatics/health IT.
Updating and maintaining project Web pages
Performing administrative tasks associated with the coordination of online and face-to-face conferences, meetings, and other special events
Attend relevant coalition meetings as needed.

Education/Experience
Experience with public health and/or research methods courses
Public health informatics, health information management, or health policy experience preferred
Graduate student preferred
Courses in public health, informatics, health policy, information science preferred

Knowledge
Considerable knowledge of the English language and grammar
Knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment
Some knowledge of quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis

Ability
Ability to summarize and write about topics related to public health and health information technology
Ability to establish effective working relationships with diverse groups
Excellent ability to communicate well with the public on the phone and in person
Ability to multitask
Ability to organize work projects and complete tasks within assigned time frames
Ability to work independently as necessary to achieve high performance
Ability to work effectively within teams
Detail oriented; high degree of accuracy in all aspects of work

Skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Medium-level computer skills with Microsoft Office, particularly MS-Word; experience with Microsoft Access a plus

SELECTION PROCESS:  

Qualified applicants should send cover letter and resume to:  NACCHO, 1100 17th Street, NW, Second Floor, Washington, DC 20036.  Fax: 202-783-1583.  Attn:  Public Health Informatics/Health IT Intern, or email swebb@naccho.org.  No phone calls please.

JOB CLASSIFICATION:        Non-exempt

EOE:             NACCHO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSTING DATE:             August 5, 2009 – Will be posted until the position is filled.

email: swebb@naccho.org

The USAID Mission is Jarkata, Indonesia welcomes applications from qualified candidates for its internship program for the summer of 2010. Indonesia is a fascinating country of global developmental significance. It is located in one of the most vibrant regions of the world. USAID/Indonesia is a key partner in supproting change in Indonesia.

In 2010, the Mission will have an internship program from May to September. Modest compensation and transportation will be provided under the program. Usually, the Mission will place no more than two interns.

Interns will assist in one of the Mission's technical offices (Health, Environment, Education, Democratic Governance, and Economic Growth) or in the Mission's Program Support Office. Work in the technical offices usually involves project development and/or management but may also include analytical and policy development type activities. Similarly, work in the Program Office is directed at program management, backstopping activities of techinal offfices, program monitoring and evaluation and/or preparing program-specific materials.

A final decision on office placement wil be made in light of the candidate pool, Mission priorities at the time of candidate selection, and the availability of funds.

Suitable applicant should be graduate students in a relevant discipline (public policy, public health, education, economics, finance, journalism, agricultural economics, energy, environment, natural resources, business administration, law, management, political science, ect. ) with some hands-on work experience in less developed countries. Flexibility, initiative, enthusiasm, good interpersonal skills and lots of energy are a must. First rate computer skills are a plus. USAID is an equal opprotunity employer.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and a resume which includes a statement of pervious work experience, salary histroy, and professional references to the Executive Officer, American Embassy Jakarta, Unity 8135 USAID, FPO AP 96520-8135. Fax submissions to (62-21) 380 6694 are acceptable as are submissions by email to jliebner@usaid.gov.

The deadline for applications for the program in 2010 is February 1, 2010. Applications must arrive no later than 4:00pm Indonesia time (universal time minus 12 hours) on the deadline for submission.

Executive Officer, American Embassy Jakarta, Unity 8135 USAID, FPO AP 96520-8135.

Fax submissions to (62-21) 380 6694

email to jliebner@usaid.gov.

job title : Corporate Relations Internship
posted on: 31 August 2009
employer: Global Health Council
location: Washington DC USA
region: North America
language(s) required: English


Responsibilities/Duties
The Corporate Relations Intern will provide assistance to the Corporate Relations team.

The Corporate Relations team is part of the Membership Resources division. The Corporate Relations team (i) market GHC to potential corporate members and a wide range of potential sponsors, and (ii) acts as account managers for corporate members and sponsors for the GHC Annual International Conference on Global Health, the Policy Series, and other projects and programs.

Intern will be involved in the marketing and communications work related to obtaining and servicing corporate members as well as obtaining sponsors for the Conference and other GHC projects and programs. Intern will also assist with the development and management of fundraising programs, prospect research, and presentation, collateral materials, and agreement preparation.

Purpose:
1. Work with the Corporate Relations team to facilitate and coordinate all Corporate Membership and Event Sponsorship-related activities.
2. Develop skills that will assist the intern in future endeavors in global health advocacy, education, and communication and in achieving his/her professional goals
3. To provide administrative support to the Corporate Relations Department and the Global Health Council
The following is a list of roles and responsibilities associated with the intern position. Other activities may be required as needed.

Membership and Sponsorship:
• Research and identify prospective Corporate Members and Event Sponsors
• Facilitate outreach to and acquisition of new Corporate Members and Event Sponsors through mailings, phone calls, conference calls, meetings and correspondence.
• Assist with both the research and acquisition of new corporate members
• Research interest areas for current members
• Assist in preparing Corporate Membership collateral materials, packages, and presentations
General
• Attend select GHC and external briefings on behalf of Corporate Relations
• Assist in developing fundraising outreach
• Provide administrative assistance to the Corporate Relations team, including the scheduling of meetings, maintenance of spreadsheets and preparation of finance forms.
• Perform general clerical support including photocopying, faxing, mailing and filing.
• Help maintain Corporate Relations prospect list, contacts and interest areas in database
Qualifications/Requirements
Applicants should possess the following:
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently
• Exceptional written and verbal skills
• Interest in international development marketing and communications
• Motivation and energy
• Responsiveness, flexibility and diplomacy
• Pleasant, capable and at ease in dealing with the public
• Graphic design skills a plus
Perform general clerical support including photocopying, faxing, mailing and filing.
Attend divisional meetings, all-staff meetings.
Participate in cross-departmental teams and assume the responsibilities agreed upon.
Some travel required between offices and for attendance at external functions.
Supervision: N/A

Additional Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Material Submission Deadlines:
• Fall semester deadline:
• July 1 for internship commencement on September 1
• Winter semester deadline:
• November 1 for internship commencement on January 1
• Summer deadline:
• April 15 for internship commencement on June 1
Stipend: The Global Health Council offers its interns a stipend of $200/month. Depending upon when the internship commences, pro-rated pay may occur. The Council does not provide any other benefits to its interns (i.e. sick time, vacation time, health insurance, etc.)

Website
http://www.globalhealth.org

Link to Job if Posted on Website
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA9/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GLOBALHEALTH&cws=1&rid=14

How to Apply
Apply to the job link above.

job title : Government Relations Internship
posted on: 31 August 2009
employer: Global Health Council
location: Washington DC USA
region: North America

Responsibilities/Duties
The mission of the Global Health Council is to promote better health around the world by assisting all who work for improvement and equity in global health to secure the information and resources they need to work effectively.

The Global Health Council internship program hopes to offer students enjoyable and unique learning experiences in advocating and supporting programs that improve health around the world. We understand that some schools have strict internship requirements for earning credits. The Council’s internship program is fairly flexible; therefore, we will be able to work with the students to meet their internship requirements.

Internship Opportunities: The Global Health Council has positions that are available in our DC office and positions in our White River Junction, Vermont office. These internships run on a rotating schedule during the Fall semester, the Spring semester and over the summer.
Qualifications/Requirements
The Government Relations Intern at the Global Health Council will be responsible for providing assistance to the Government Relations Department. The intern will serve as a resource person for the department's legislative activities on global health issues.

Minimum Requirement
An investment of at least 30 hours per week is required for the internship program. This is a 12-week internship program.

The primary requirement is that you have a commitment to make a measurable difference with your time and energy in the area of global health. There is always “grunt” work to do in any endeavor, but we want the vast majority of your time to be spent achieving goals agreed to prior to the beginning of your internship.
Annual Salary
Stipend: The Global Health Council offers its interns a stipend of $200/month. Please see 'Additional Information' below.
Website
http://www.globalhealth.org/

Link to Job if Posted on Website
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA9/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GLOBALHEALTH&cws=1&rid=17

How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the link above. No calls or emails please.

Additional Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Material Submission Deadlines:
• Fall semester deadline:
• July 1 for internship commencement on September 1
• Winter semester deadline:
• November 1 for internship commencement on January 1
• Summer deadline:
• April 15 for internship commencement on June 1
Stipend: The Global Health Council offers its interns a stipend of $200/month. Depending upon when the internship commences, pro-rated pay may occur. The Council does not provide any other benefits to its interns (i.e. sick time, vacation time, health insurance, etc.)
 

Contact Information
Name: Lucy Lesperance
Address 1: 15 Railroad Row
City: White River Junction
State: VT
Zip/Postal Code: 05001
Country: USA
E-mail: llesperance@globalhealth.org
Tel: 802-649-1340
Fax: 802-649-1396

job title : International Outreach Intern
posted on: 3 September 2009
employer: Global Health Council
location: Washington DC USA
region: North America

Responsibilities/Duties
The International Outreach Intern will be responsible for supporting the Global Health Council's mission of advancing global health policy by engaging and mobilizing communities worldwide. As a member of the Department of Policy Communications team, the intern will focus primarily on both administrative as well as programmatic elements of the annual International AIDS Candlelight Memorial http://www.candlelightmemorial.org, supporting the International Outreach Coordinator and assistant in maintaining a diverse coalition of volunteers implementing the Candlelight Memorial in their communities worldwide and developing the overall program. The intern will also work closely with other departments to achieve these goals, particularly Government Relations, and participate in routine functions of the Council as a whole.
1. Provide programmatic support for the Candlelight Memorial program (50%)
o Organize registration for community coordinators worldwide as they apply to participate in the program. Approve and organize registrants.
o Help recruit new community coordinators worldwide, developing relationships with organizations and encouraging them to get involved in the program.
o Assist with logistics for special meetings and events, such as coordinator meetings and World AIDS Day, particularly working with commercial vendors.
o Field inquiries by community coordinators and the general public.
o Research organizations and initiatives related to developing special initiatives.
o Contribute to strategic planning meetings regarding development of the program.
o Communicate with other departments to help advance cross-departmental initiatives.
o Other tasks as designated by supervisor(s).
2. Assist with administrative needs of the Candlelight Memorial program (40%)
o Collect, analyze, and organize archival information, including coordinator and memorial stories, international media clips, photographs, etc.
o Work with other assistants and/or interns to conduct basic administrative tasks, including program registration and finances.
o Maintain database of international coordinators, partners, and affiliates.
3. Contribute to the support of the Policy Communications Department and PRA Division (10%): - Actively and constructively participate in inter-departmental meetings, activities, and committees to address division-wide issues, including the Council's annual conference and periodic staff retreats.
Qualifications/Requirements
Education & Experience
• Commitment to improving global health.
• Must be working toward or have completed an undergraduate degree.
• Experience in program or project administration, preferably around event planning and financial documentation, a plus.
• Understanding of HIV/AIDS issues and other core global health topics a plus.
• Experience working and communicating with international populations, with experience traveling or living internationally a plus.
Communications & Work Style
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diverse constituencies.
• Excellent organizational and analytic skills, with attention to detail.
• Willingness to take initiative, work independently, and execute plans as part of a team.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently with excellent time management and reporting.
• Competence in the Internet, email, word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications, particularly with Microsoft Office products.
• Flexibility to assume a workload frequently necessitating adjustment of priorities.
Website
http://www.globalhealth.org

Link to Job if Posted on Website
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA9/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GLOBALHEALTH&cws=1&rid=18

How to Apply
Apply to the above 'Link to Job if Posted on Website'

Additional Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
 

Website
http://www.globalhealth.org

Link to Job if Posted on Website
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA9/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GLOBALHEALTH&cws=1&rid=18

How to Apply
Apply to the above 'Link to Job if Posted on Website'

job title : Policy Communications Internship
posted on: 31 August 2009
employer: Global Health Council
location: Washington DC USA
region: North America


Responsibilities/Duties
The mission of the Global Health Council is to promote better health around the world by assisting all who work for improvement and equity in global health to secure the information and resources they need to work effectively.

The Global Health Council internship program hopes to offer students enjoyable and unique learning experiences in advocating and supporting programs that improve health around the world. We understand that some schools have strict internship requirements for earning credits. The Council’s internship program is fairly flexible; therefore, we will be able to work with the students to meet their internship requirements.

Internship Opportunities: The Global Health Council has positions that are available in our DC office and positions in our White River Junction, Vermont office. These internships run on a rotating schedule during the Fall semester, the Spring semester and over the summer.
Qualifications/Requirements
The Policy Communication Intern at the Global Health Council will be responsible for providing assistance to the Policy Communications Department. The intern will serve as a resource person in all aspects of media outreach, communications and policy events.

Minimum Requirement
An investment of at least 30 hours per week is required for the internship program. This is a 12-week internship program.

The primary requirement is that you have a commitment to make a measurable difference with your time and energy in the area of global health. There is always “grunt” work to do in any endeavor, but we want the vast majority of your time to be spent achieving goals agreed to prior to the beginning of your internship.
Annual Salary
Stipend: The Global Health Council offers its interns a stipend of $200/month. Please see 'Additional Information' below.
Website
http://www.globalhealth.org

Link to Job if Posted on Website
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA9/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GLOBALHEALTH&cws=1&rid=22

How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the link above. No calls or emails please.

Additional Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Material Submission Deadlines:
• Fall semester deadline:
• July 1 for internship commencement on September 1
• Winter semester deadline:
• November 1 for internship commencement on January 1
• Summer deadline:
• April 15 for internship commencement on June 1
Stipend: The Global Health Council offers its interns a stipend of $200/month. Depending upon when the internship commences, pro-rated pay may occur. The Council does not provide any other benefits to its interns (i.e. sick time, vacation time, health insurance, etc.)

Contact Information
Name: Lucy Lesperance
Address 1: 15 Railroad Row
City: White River Junction
State: VT
Zip/Postal Code: 05001
Country: USA
E-mail: llesperance@globalhealth.org
Tel: 802-649-1340
Fax: 802-649-1396