Job Description

The Health Promotion, Practice and Innovation (HPPI) Portfolio has an opening for an unpaid Summer Intern, reporting to the Managing Project Director.  The HPPI Portfolio is comprised of a wide-range of projects that seek to improve health outcomes among youth and adults in multiple sectors and across many population groups.  We are seeking a summer intern to work on two projects: One project will develop a series of online courses for health care agency staff serving populations disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS. The second project will assist EDC staff in identifying newly published, methodologically sound literature that explores emerging issues in the field.                   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

All staff are expected to communicate clearly and courteously; to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, collaborators, co-workers, field sites, and funders; and to work respectfully with EDC colleagues. All jobs require adherence to EDC policies & procedures.

Under direct supervision, the Intern will:

Provide research and writing support to programs including:

• literature and background research
• summary of findings
• participation in project meetings
• participation in meetings with other EDC staff to learn more about HPPI’s work
• weekly scan of newly published literature to identify emerging issues in the field
• guided exploration of the methodological strengths and weaknesses of published research

The Intern:

• Effectively interacts with diverse staff
• Learn teamwork; incorporates feedback
• Adapts readily
• Seeks help and support as needed

Qualifications

All jobs require educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; strong interpersonal & organizational skills. This position requires:

• Enrollment as a college or high school student
• Interest and coursework in the areas of public health, community health, sociology or research
• Some experience desirable, including basic knowledge of a variety of computer programs/software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Some experience conducting literature searches online
• Excellent writing and communication skills desired
• Willingness to learn and follow directions

Additional Information

The internship is UNPAID but can be used to fulfill course or program requirements. The student will receive support from EDC staff in any final reports or presentations needed to fulfill the internship course requirements.

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.