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PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships, and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.

DIVISION: PROGRAMS & INNOVATION

PROJECT NAME:  CLIMATE AND HEALTH

START DATE:  JANUARY 1, 2023

END DATE:    JUNE 30, 2023                  

ESTIMATED NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK:     20 HOURS 

LOCATION(S) OF INTERNSHIP:    ANY US PATH LOCATION

WILL THE INTERN BE RECEIVING A STIPEND?*:        YES

WILL THE INTERN TRAVEL? (LOCAL OR INTERNATIONAL):         NO

Working closely with communities, government leaders and the funders that support them, PATH addresses some of the world’s toughest health challenges. As the impact of climate on health becomes increasingly visible, from air pollution to the rise of infectious diseases, we are adapting our strategy to focus much more closely on the intersection of climate and health. From our work in health innovation to our support implementing health interventions in communities; from our global advocacy platform to our phenomenal operations team, PATH has a lot of assets to contribute to both mitigating the effects of climate change as well as adapting health systems to better support communities as environmental changes catalyze changes in needs.

DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT

PATH is currently recruiting an intern to support the project management of PATH’s Climate + Health strategy and working with donors to bring that strategy to life. The intern will deepen their knowledge of inclusive strategy development at a non-profit organization and the technical domain at the intersection of climate and health, as well as how grant-writing and broader resource mobilization processes work. In parallel, this role will give the intern access to a wide variety of technical experts with and across PATH and a broad-based platform from which they can grow their network and deepen their understanding on what aspects of global health most interest them. This intern will additionally work closely with the Epidemic Preparedness and Response team at PATH, who has been driving many resource mobilization efforts to date in the intersection of Climate + Health.

• The intern will be involved in hands-on work related to PATH’s Climate + Health strategy.
• The intern will build ability to multi-task and work professionally with various stakeholders in the ecosystem working at the intersection of climate and health.
• The intern will deepen their knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of public health, and climate change.
• The intern will gain and utilize experience in proposal writing and report preparation.

ACTIVITIES

• Support the Climate Change Community of Practice, to implement inclusive strategy and resource mobilization workplans.
• Conduct research to inform approach to engaging with donors, including synthesis and presentation.
• Support the writing of proposals.
• Assist with organizing meetings, deep listening, taking notes during project calls and synthesizing key takeaways from strategy engagements.
• Provide logistical and administrative support to the Community of Practice- including preparation of materials, Memos, meeting notes and other relevant documents.
• Other tasks assigned by Supervisor.

BENEFITS TO INTERN

Through this internship, the intern will build skills in project coordination, grant writing, project management, MEL, and communications, and will receive hands-on experience supporting strategy development within a global health organization. The intern will also receive exposure to concepts and activities fundamental to strengthening health systems’ ability to adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change on health. Lastly, the intern will gain a deep understanding of how to work across multiple countries and teams in a culturally and programmatically diverse environment.

Required Skills Required Experience

• Current student enrolled in an accredited university.
• Strong project coordination and management skills, with excellent organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English- additional languages are a plus.
• Knowledge of and interest in global health, international development, MEL, and project management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Outlook, and OneNote.
• Ability to adapt within a fast-paced environment.
• International work or study experience a plus.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

The intern will have regular check-ins with the Strategy Director, Programs & Innovation. Deliverables will be reviewed for quality and timeliness by the Director. The intern will be expected to demonstrate flexibility within a fast-paced work environment and adapt to shifts in deliverable prioritization.

COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENT:

PATH has instituted a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all employees, interns, consultants, and temporary staff based in the United States. Individuals selected for job opportunities in the United States must be fully vaccinated, and show proof of vaccination status, upon hire. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as Pfizer or Moderna, or 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an exemption from the vaccine requirement.

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

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PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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