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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: EPIDEMIC PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
START DATE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
END DATE: DECEMBER 2, 2022
ESTIMATED NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK: 20 HOURS
LOCATION(S) OF INTERNSHIP: SEATTLE, WA OR WASHINGTON, D.C.
WILL THE INTERN BE RECEIVING A STIPEND?*: YES
WILL THE INTERN TRAVEL? (LOCAL OR INTERNATIONAL): NO
DESCRIPTION OF THE INTERNSHIP PROJECT:
PATH’s Epidemic Preparedness and Response (EPR) program leads several projects and initiatives that serve the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) and aim to strengthen global capacity to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats. These include the five-year, Centers for Disease Control (CDC)-funded Global Health Security projects; the USAID Infectious Disease Detection and Surveillance (IDDS) project; the USAID Discovery and Exploration of Emerging Pathogens – Viral Zoonoses (DEEP VZN), and several Fleming Fund projects aimed at combatting and preventing the spread of antimicrobial resistance. The Epidemic Preparedness and Response team is seeking an intern based in Seattle, WA or Washington, D.C. The work may be virtual or in-person depending upon the public health and PATH guidelines regarding the pandemic.
Through this internship, the selected candidate(s) will provide coordination and communications support to the EPR program. Activities will include supporting document and knowledge management, updating project management tools and trackers, developing PowerPoint presentations, editing communications materials, and providing status updates of project deliverables to the team. The intern will be expected to support and facilitate efficient and clear communication across global teams of experts and provide support to new and ongoing projects. The intern may have the opportunity to widen this scope subject to project activities and personal interests.
The intern will be involved in hands-on work related to project coordination and communications.
The intern will build ability to multi-task and work professionally with various colleagues and mentors within PATH, developing project coordination, management, and organizational skills.
The intern will deepen their knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of public health, surveillance, and epidemiology.
The intern will gain and utilize experience in proposal writing and report preparation.
Support project coordination and management.
Update capacity statements and other communications materials.
Assist in the coordination of business development opportunities and external affairs, as needed.
Assist the Senior Program Assistant with developing and refining donor project reports.
Participate in regular project calls with country offices.
Assist in finalizing project deliverables including editorial reviews.
BENEFIT TO INTERN:
Through this internship, the intern will build skills in project coordination, project management, and communications, and will receive hands-on experience supporting complex, multi-country projects within a global health organization. The intern will also receive exposure to concepts and activities fundamental to strengthening health systems to prevent, detect, and respond to epidemics and pandemics. The intern will also gain knowledge in areas including health information systems, laboratory systems, outbreak response, and surveillance. 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.
Knowledge of and interest in global health, international development, 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.
Familiarity with French a plus.
HOW WILL PERFORMANCE BE EVALUATED?
The intern will have regular check-ins with the Director to evaluate satisfactory progress toward achieving deliverables. Deliverables will be reviewed for quality and timeliness by Project 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, gender identity or orientation, 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.
*PATH does not provide stipends to California residents regardless of the location of the internship.