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Early Head Start Health Services Intern

The EHS Health Services Intern position will work directly with the Health Services Manager to support families in timely completion of monthly health visits, completion of health and safety checklists and improved overall staff wellness.

Internships Manual

The Internship Policy and Procedures Manual outlines student expectations for the Public Health Internship. The manual is considered the "textbook" for the Health 496R course and should be printed or saved and kept close by during the internship. Prior to beginning the internship, this manual should be read in its entirety. Students are held accountable for all material found in the manual. When questions arise, please refer to the manual first as most if not all questions will be answered here. If the answers are not here, please contact the internship coordinator, Kenzie Nielson, at PH-Internships@byu.edu. Students needing an appointment regarding the internship process must first read the "Requirements" section and this manual. To schedule an appointment, please email or call Kenzie at (801) 422-1943. Bring your list of questions to the appointment.

Available Internships

Bellu LLC

Bellu LLC is changing how the world does hair care by applying advanced research and analysis methods to hair cuticle characterization. Bellu is a BYU Alumni- and student-led startup that is rapidly growing. They have only been around for six months and have already become fully funded and developed a functional, patent-pending system for rapidly analyzing hair samples.

Pay begins at $15/hr but may increase based on experience. Hours range up to 20 per week.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate STEM, English, or business students
  • Ability to work well in teams to meet aggressive deadlines
  • Strong academic background
  • Strong research experience or interest
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Students should email all application information to apply@bellu.com, with the job code 8301 in the subject line.
Questions can be addressed to the same email.

Applications will be accepted up through October 15, 2022.

Welcome Baby of Utah County

Welcome Baby is a free home visitation program designed to promote a healthy, secure, and enjoyable beginning for new babies and their parents. Interns play a crucial role in the success of this program. Some responsibilities include: assisting with playgroups, home visitation, managing referrals, posting to social media, weekly parenting classes, maintaining daily operations, and preparing materials for home visits.
A minimum of 15 hours per week is required and interns must be available on Thursday evenings from 5pm to 8:30pm.

Welcome Baby accepts interns on a semester basis, but there is a permanently posted application form on their website.

Posting active as of August 31st, 2022.

UDOH Internship Program

April 22, 2022 12:34 PM
We are pleased to inform you that we are currently looking for interns for the summer 2022 semester. Participating offices within the Department include: the Office of Health Care Statistics, the Office of Vital Records, and the Office of Data Privacy and Security.
  • Obtain hands-on and meaningful experience
  • Expand their professional network
  • Gain exposure to a public sector environment
  • Build their resume by adding to their professional experience

Interested students must complete the application, which can be found here, and must also send their resume, cover letter, and a writing sample via email to internship@utah.gov.

Posting active as of April 22nd, 2022.

BYU Wellness Coach Internship

August 05, 2021 01:39 PM
This is a continuous position that BYU is seeking applicants for each semester. As a wellness coach you would coach students on the subjects of fitness, nutrition, stress management, intuitive eating and healthy relationships, as well as develop programs and activities to promote health and wellness.
If you would like to apply, email the form to Jessica Burns (jessica_burns@byu.edu) or bring the form to her office (RB 112).
Posting updated April 14th, 2022.

United Way Internship

August 05, 2021 08:31 AM
The worldwide nonprofit United Way is currently seeking an administrative/office intern for the Utah County/Volunteer Care Clinic in Provo. Duties would include:
  • Credentialing of and corresponding with potential volunteers
  • Maintaining volunteer databases
  • Attending clinic meetings as desired
  • Miscellaneous projects (grant applications, social media)
The applicant must commit to two semesters of work and 5-6 hours of work per week (flexible times). This is an unpaid internship.
Posting active as of April 13th, 2022.

Customer Success Representative

August 26, 2021 08:37 AM
Customer Success Representatives are responsible for establishing and building customer relationships to promote customer retention and loyalty. You will ensure customers are satisfied with the ShareMy.Health products and services, provide customer service support and work to resolve any customer issues. This role acts as the primary point of contact for the company’s customers and connect customers with specific teams to address specific requests. Position is virtual. Location near the Salt Lake City or New York City metro region would be preferred.
More information can be found at:
https://www.sharemy.health/careers/customer-success-rep
Posting active as of April 14th, 2022.

Health & Wellness Internship

July 01, 2021 08:39 AM
The main responsibility of this internship is to provide biometric screenings for SelectHealth employer groups. Biometric screenings include blood pressure, body fat, and offering face-to-face review of results. Other possible internship opportunities include community events, helping with health education materials, and professional development through team meetings and trainings. This is an unpaid internship.

Needs Beyond Medicine Internships

May 12, 2021 02:44 PM
Needs Beyond Medicine is a nonprofit organization focusing on cancer aid. They are always seeking volunteers and interns in a variety of categories, including:
  • Fundraising
  • Community Outreach
  • Educational Seminars
  • Advocacy
  • Social Media
And many other opportunities depending on the individual's background and interests.
Resumes can be sent to: volunteer@needsbeyondmedicin.org, using “Intern Opportunity” in the subject line.
Posting updated April 14th, 2022.

Nutrition Program Internship: Meals on Wheels

July 22, 2021 12:26 PM
You are invited to apply with our Mountainland Nutrition Program Internship. We would be delighted to have you as part of our team this semester. Our goal is to make this internship as beneficial to you as it is to us
The internship will give you an inside look at the running of a public health program in Utah County working with the elderly.

This is an unpaid internship. However, we will reimburse the mileage used while driving for us. The internship is a minimum of 15 hours a week but can be more. Specific hours will be arranged with the supervisor. The schedule is flexible.

Apply at: https://mountainland.org/hdm_volunteers/apply
And send a resume to: jgolding@mountainland.org
Posting updated on April 14th, 2022.

Internship with Senator Scott Grow

Senator Scott Grow, elected official with the Idaho State Legislature, and his team are seeking an intern to help with their campaign to inform the public regarding risks associated with recreational drug use. Much of this work will be PR related and involve online content, including social media outreach. This opportunity may be paid and is open for flexibility on schedule and time involved. If you are interested, please contact Richard Thomas at 208-402-4083 or via email at srethomas@gmail.com. To apply, please assemble a cover letter, resume, and writing sample and email to srethomas@gmail.com ASAP.
Posting active as of April 13th, 2022.

Huntsman Cancer Institute Internship

September 03, 2020 12:44 PM
Seeking applicants for the community outreach and prevention education program internship.
Acceptance in Spring (Jan - April), Summer: (May - August), Fall/Winter (September - December)
Posting updated April 13th, 2022.

Weber-Morgan Health Promotion Internships

Our interns work within the Division of Health Promotion. They complete objectives in various program areas, obtain hands-on experiences in CHES competencies, and better learn what it means to get real-life experience as a Community Health Educator.
The Weber-Morgan Health Department accepts two interns per semester. Semester durations are listed below:
  • Spring Semester--January to early May
  • Summer Semester--May to early August
  • Fall Semester--August to December
Posting updated April 13, 2022.

Population Health Internship

March 18, 2022 03:18 PM
Moreton & Company is looking for a Population Health Intern. This is a paid position in which the intern will work 30 hours a week to support the Population Health Department in administration, participation in meetings and projects, working with clients, and planning events. The individual will preferably be a a recent graduate or current student in health & wellness, health education, public health, or another related program of study.
Resumes and cover letters should be submitted to wellness@moreton.com. For more information, contact Hayden Angeletti, the Population Health Manager, at hangeletti@moreton.com.
This position was posted March 17th, 2022.

SAMHSA and CDC Internships

Both the SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) and CDC (Center for Disease Prevention and Control) internships are fully funded, full-time internships—at least 33 hours per week—and will last for 10 weeks in the Summer and 15 weeks in Fall and Spring each. SAMHSA internships will be in Rockville, Maryland and CDC internships in both Washington DC and Atlanta, Georgia.
Applications for SAMHSA Fall 2022 internships are due May 13th, 2022. CDC applications will also be due mid-May although the date is pending.
Individuals from underrepresented populations (e.g., women, veterans, LGBTQ+, First-Generation students, persons with disabilities, minority racial groups) are especially encouraged to apply, but applicants of all backgrounds will be considered.

Health and Wellness Coach: Remote Internship

March 24, 2022 08:15 AM
Work with a physician-led, evidence-based program with over 30 years of clinical research from Johns Hopkins and the Institutes of Health. Interns will help conduct health assessments and will have the opportunity to plan, implement, and evaluate a free 66 day Healthy Habit Challenge.
  • Remote: work from anywhere you have internet access
  • Available to students across the US, Hong Kong, and Singapore
  • Flexible hours (M-F or M-Sat)
  • Paid positions are available upon completion of the internship
Contact Toni Allman, the internship supervisor, at (801) 310-5833 for more information.
The following form provides additional information plus an application: Habits of Health Internship (google.com)
Posting active as of April 14th, 2022.

Salt Lake City Mosquito Abatement District (SLCMAD)

March 24, 2022 08:27 AM
The mission of the SLCMAD is the enhancement of health and quality of life through the suppression of mosquito transmitted diseases and the reduction of nuisance levels caused by biting mosquitos.
Internships cover biology, public health, and entomology topics.
  • Summer: start and end dates are flexible
  • $15 per hour
  • 40 hour work weeks, Mon-Fri
Contact Greg White at greg@slcmad.org for more information or visit www.slcmad.org/employment.html.
Posting active as of April 14th, 2022.

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