Research Intern - Health Equity (Per Diem/Onsite)
About The Position
Outstanding internship opportunities exist in the Cedars-Sinai Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE) to gain experience in health policy, LGBTQ+ health equity, and community organizing. This position will be placed with the Quit Alliance team, which aims to reduce tobacco-related health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities of Los Angeles County by providing tobacco cessation and prevention community programming. Outstanding internship opportunities are available at the Cedars-Sinai Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE) for students interested in health policy, LGBTQ+ health equity, and community organizing. This internship supports the Quit Alliance initiative, which aims to reduce tobacco-related health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities across Los Angeles County through community programming focused on tobacco cessation and prevention. This internship offers hands-on experience in public health research, community engagement, and policy analysis. Interns will have the opportunity to: Conduct policy reviews, assist in policy implementation planning, and support data collection through observational studies, key informant interviews, and public surveys. Participate in local LGBTQ+ events and advocacy day activities within Los Angeles County and at the state capital. Receive training in: Study and survey design Health education and outreach writing Community event planning Resource development Community organizing Presentation and communication skills The internship is structured to provide a progressive learning experience over five months with mentorship, guided skill development, and increasing independence. Months 1-2: Orientation, mentoring plan, and goal setting Training on community engagement, policy research, and grant deliverables Begin on-site community activities Months 2-3: Increased community involvement Networking with internal and external community partners Attend community events and city council meetings Develop and practice public health education and outreach skills Months 4-5: Active participation in community events and outreach Continued mentorship and skill refinement Deepened understanding of barriers and disparities affecting underrepresented communities Interns will meet weekly with their mentor and participate in at least one in-person community activity per month. Progress will be evaluated through completion of learning objectives, demonstration of skill growth, and increased independence throughout the internship.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Must reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities while conducting all activities related to the intern or visitor appointment.
Nice To Haves
- Current undergraduate or graduate student in Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, or related field
- Strong interest in LGBTQ+ health, community engagement, and policy advocacy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and engage with diverse populations
Responsibilities
- Conduct policy reviews
- Assist in policy implementation planning
- Support data collection through observational studies, key informant interviews, and public surveys
- Participate in local LGBTQ+ events and advocacy day activities within Los Angeles County and at the state capital
- Attend community events and city council meetings
- Develop and practice public health education and outreach skills
- Active participation in community events and outreach
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
High school or GED
