Children's Camp Program Intern

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

About The Position

The Camp Summer Interns will assist with the planning, coordination, and implementation of eight Children’s medically focused Summer Camp Programs. Children’s Camp Interns will attend 2 weeks of overnight residential camp throughout the summer. Interns will also spend 1 day a week in the Arthur M. Blank Hospital and Scottish Rite Zones assisting with activities. Dates for camp will be determined upon hiring. The Children's Summer Intern program allows interns the opportunity to gain hands-on experience related to their field of study by working on meaningful projects alongside Children’s professionals. Intern responsibilities may include project management, event planning and support, logistics, data base management, research, and analysis. Interns may explore career paths and apply for full-time positions upon successful completion of the program.

Requirements

Research area: research experience necessary either through previous internship, work experience, or course work; practical knowledge about the conduct of research principals required
College student with at least two years in a health sciences related program, such as pre-med, nursing, biomedical engineering, biology, chemistry, or statistics, or post graduate student working toward a Master’s of Science in public health or medical degree
College or graduate student that is currently working towards a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration or other related field, required
Organized, detail oriented; Able to prioritize time sensitive assignments
Creative and flexible; Able to adapt to change
Self-starter; Able to make decisions independently
Strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
Able to work well with diverse groups, comfortable interacting with all levels
Able to represent Children’s in a mature and professional manner
Willing to work long hours that could include evenings and weekends, if applicable to internship
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook) or other applications as required
Able to travel throughout expanded metro Atlanta area; Must provide reliable transportation, if applicable to internship

Nice To Haves

Progression toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in Child and Family Development, Recreation Therapy, Education, Psychology, Nursing, or other related field
Clinical Focus: Knowledge of medical terminology useful
Clinical Focus: Knowledge of basic statistical software useful

Responsibilities

Attending and facilitating camp programs
Following and adhering to camp policies and operating procedures
Creating camp materials (flyers, signage, scrapbooks, themed collateral, etc.)
Completing administrative tasks (filing, copying, assembling packets or manuals, phone calls, mailings, etc.)
Organizing and completing inventory for camp supplies and materials
Reviewing camper and volunteer applications
Assisting with volunteer orientation while at camp
Operating as a member of the logistics team or fill alternate roles as needed while at camp
Assisting with behavior and homesick campers while at camp
Assisting the child life specialists with therapeutic interventions during camp as needed
Develops and implements projects as assigned, which could include events, activities, programs, or research studies.
Creates and carries out a cohesive plan for each assigned project. Establishes and maintains contact with all appropriate individuals to ensure that the plan is implemented in the best interest of the organization.
Executes administrative and operational tasks for assigned projects.
Supports and participates in the continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of services provided and projects produced.
Understands and complies with infection control, safety, and OSHA procedures and regulations, while meeting all in-service requirements as outlined per policy.