Health Promotion Intern
About The Position
Health Plan of San Mateo’s Internship Program supports the recruitment, skill development, career growth, and retention of emerging managed care leaders by fostering a positive work environment with thoughtful and dedicated mentorship. The Internship Program is a paid opportunity to contribute meaningfully to HPSM’s organizational focus areas. This opportunity will provide the intern with: Knowledge and experience in the operation of a non-profit community-based health plan. Knowledge and experience in the development of programs and services that benefit our diverse membership. Professional experience working on a specific project important to HPSM and a chance to present recommendations through a final paper and/or presentation to HPSM leadership. HPSM’s Health Promotion unit is seeking an intern that will standardize outreach processes and develop an evaluation framework for outreach pilots. The intern will also engage with members to pilot member outreach strategies that are aimed at closing care gaps and will gather member input regarding barriers/facilitators. HPSM will also work with students to tailor this experience to meet requirements of a Master of Public Health field study, practicum, or capstone projects. We have experienced MPH professionals to serve as preceptors. Applicants must have completed 1 year of their MPH program studies.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled or recent graduate of an undergraduate or graduate degree program in public health, public policy, business administration, social work, social sciences, communications, or related disciplines. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Experience and/or skills that align with one of the projects listed below.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Applicants must have completed 1 year of their MPH program studies.
- Applicants must have a California residence
Responsibilities
- Standardize outreach processes
- Develop an evaluation framework for outreach pilots
- Engage with members to pilot member outreach strategies that are aimed at closing care gaps
- Gather member input regarding barriers/facilitators
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
