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POSITION TITLE: Cardiovascular Health-Nutrition Intern
ORGANIZATION: Vital Strategies
Organization Description
Vital Strategies, headquartered in New York City, is an international public health organization that strengthens public health systems and addresses the world’s leading causes of illness, injury and death. We currently work in over 70 countries, supporting data-driven decision making, advancing evidence-based public health policies and programs, and mounting strategic communication campaigns. Our programs are concentrated in low- and middle-income countries and cities in Africa, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific.
Resolve to Save Lives is a global health initiative of Vital Strategies that since 2017 has been working closely with governments, international organizations, community organizations, academic and other partners in more than 40 countries to save millions of lives by reducing preventable deaths from cardiovascular disease and strengthening capacity to prevent, detect and respond to epidemic threats. For more information about us, visit: https://www.resolvetosavelives.org/; https://preventepidemics.org/; and https://linkscommunity.org/.
At Resolve to Save Lives, we value learning and professional development, and the contributions of a diverse workforce. We believe it is important to mentor future leaders from historically underrepresented groups who will grow personally and professionally and create impact in the public health sector. Interns at Resolve to Save Lives will have the chance to develop skills and contribute to our initiatives through engaging, meaningful work assignments that can help jump start their career in public health.
Position Description
The cardiovascular health nutrition intern will work to compile and document sodium reduction resources, tools, and reports developed by RTSL and partners. The intern will assist with updating the LINKS salt toolkit, track and document sodium reduction research, and develop case studies to highlight RTSL country sodium reduction projects.
This internship may also provide opportunity to provide support for ongoing projects in the nutrition portfolio. This may include activities such as data analysis, developing reports, and providing support to ongoing country activities, etc. Examples of specific additional activities include:
- Developing short toolkits for implementation of low sodium salt interventions
- Compiling existing strategies and documenting progress and gaps on projects to reduce sodium in restaurants and other food consumed outside the home.
Skills & Qualifications
- Graduate student in the areas of public health, nutrition, public policy or a related field
- Preferred skills or knowledge in writing, some quantitative work, background knowledge on nutrition and/or non-communicable diseases
Additional Information
- Up to 25 hours a week, paid
- September through December 2021
- The internship will be remote, with potential opportunity to visit the NYC office, depending on COVID
How to Apply
To apply, click here.
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POSITION TITLE: Maintenance Research Summer Fellow
ORGANIZATION: The Maintainers
LOCATION: Remote
Organization Description
The Maintainers (themaintainers.org) is a global research network interested in the concepts of maintenance, infrastructure, repair, and the myriad forms of labor and expertise that sustain our human-built world.
Position Description
Seeking Applicants for up to three research fellow positions. These fellows will conduct a literature review and landscape scan of scholarship and practice-based initiatives that engage deeply in key topics related to maintenance, repair, and infrastructure. Although we are open to suggestions and proposals for different topics that relate to our mission, we are especially interested in these four questions:
- How do race, ethnicity, and gender relate to maintenance?
- What are some intersectional and multidimensional approaches to infrastructure planning and compensation for maintenance and care work?
- What are the overlaps and tensions between maintenance and the environment?
- How can business practices in areas such as accounting, finance, human resources, etc., contribute to humanistic and political goals of achieving a more caring and well-maintained world?
These research positions are intended to run from August 2021 to the end of September 2021. The final report/deliverables will be due no later than October 8, 2021. Compensation is $3500 per position, with half paid in early July, and half paid upon submission of the final report/deliverables. Summer fellows are generously funded by the Siegel Family Foundation.
Important Dates:
- Call goes out and applications open: June 15, 2021
- Applications close: July 2, 2021
- Applicants receive notification: July 12, 2021
- Fellowship begins: August 2, 2021
- Fellowship deliverables due: October 8, 2021
Core Responsibilities
- Complete a literature review and landscape scan that identifies people who are already contributing to the movement for maintenance thinking and action through their scholarship, organizational mission and activities, professional work, and/or individual practice.
- Write a 10 page/2500 word (minimum) written report that contains the following:
- An overview of current discourse around the topic;
- Names and bios for at least 5 notable scholars or writers contributing this topic globally;
- Names, websites, and activities of at least 5 organizations contributing to this topic globally;
- A discussion of how the work of these people and organizations connects directly to the Maintainers mission and the goal of movement building for maintenance thinking and action;
- Where appropriate, suggestions for future research and/or collaboration;
- An annotated bibliography
- Write two blog posts – one for each month of the fellowship – representing the research fellow’s experiences, ways of approaching the exploration, and reflections on findings.
- Meet with Maintainers staff for two one-hour sessions: the first to establish common goals, and the second to review findings.
The research fellow will work independently and fully remote for the duration of this fellowship.
Skills & Qualifications
Interest in, knowledge of, and/or past or current studies in the areas of:
- Public Policy, Law, Social Studies of Science & Technology, Media Studies, Journalism, Information Science, Geography & Planning, Sociology, Psychology, or other relevant disciplines;
- Strong writing skills for both academic and non-academic audiences;
- An appreciation that different communities and stakeholders have diverse and complex engagements with the concept of maintenance and its implications.
How to Apply
Please submit a one page cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae to Lee Vinsel, lee@themaintainers.org and Lauren Dapena Fraiz at lauren@themaintainers.org. Your cover letter should clearly address the following:
- Why are The Maintainers mission and values compelling to you?
- Which question(s) are you interested in engaging for this summer research fellowship (listed in the Overview section above) , and why you are interested in that/those particular questions?
- What are your preliminary thoughts on how best to approach the landscape scan?
- How does the summer research fellowship align with your personal and/or professional goals?
The Maintainers believe that traditional hiring and recruitment practices disproportionately impact the most marginalized people in society in negative ways, including people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, and LGBTQIA people. Because we believe that movement building is most powerful in creating change when it is informed by many different lived experiences, we strongly encourage applications from individuals with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. This research fellowship is open to applicants based in the United States as well as internationally. Meetings will be scheduled during EST/CST regular business hours.
Additional Information
View the posting online, here.
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POSITION TITLE: Fall Intern
ORGANIZATION: CUNY Women’s Public Service Internship Program (in collaboration with the Edward T. Rogowsky Internship Program in Government & Public Affairs)
Program Description:
The City University of New York is pleased to offer a Fall internship opportunity in New York City for selected students. The Program will be coordinated by the Edward T. Rogowsky Internship Program in Government & Public Affairs and designated officers at each of the City University’s colleges. The CUNY Women’s Public Service Internship Program will provide highly qualified students the opportunity to learn by doing with the offices of selected legislators working to benefit women and promote women’s issues in New York.
Applications and Deadlines:
Applications and all supporting materials must be submitted by July 22, 2020!
Eligibility:
The Program is open to any student who has completed 30 credits by the Fall 2021 term. Any major may apply, but students who wish to be considered should demonstrate an interest in public policy and women’s issues in New York. Applicants must carry a 3.0 GPA, and must submit an unofficial transcript, resume, and 2 confidential faculty recommendation forms with their applications. Participants must also possess a valid Social Security Number or EIN— issued by the United States Social Security Administration.
Award:
CUNY will provide a $2,000 scholarship to each accepted student. The provision of scholarships is contingent upon funding.
Academic Component and College Credit:
Selected participants will earn academic credit by enrolling in a seminar and internship course on their college campus. All credit arrangements should be made prior to the first day of the internship program. Students applying should communicate with their Campus Faculty Coordinator prior to submission. Campus Faculty Coordinators for each campus can be identified on the Edward T. Rogowsky Internship Program in Government and Public Affairs website.
Internship Placements:
Interns will serve up to 15 hours per week during weekday business hours for the duration of the fall semester. Placements will be in the local offices of legislators at the city, state and national levels.
For further information please contact your Campus Faculty Coordinator or Edward T. Rogowsky Internship Program at etrinternship@cuny.edu.
You can also visit our website for additional general information at: http://etrinternship.cuny.edu/sites/
Click here for more information and to apply.
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POSITION: Research Assistant
ORGANIZATION: BronxWorks – Bronx PEACH program
Organization Description
BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and is guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 37 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.
Position Description
BronxWorks is hiring a volunteer Research Assistant for its Bronx PEACH Program
Under the direction of the Program Manager, the research assistant will provide administrative support to program manager and program staff in the administrative needs of the program and the team. Furthermore, candidate will be responsible for research duties including obtaining consent form and conducting assessment from eligible clients.
Reporting to the Program Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible to perform a variety of programmatic, administrative, and clerical tasks.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to articulate the mission, objectives of the PEACH program, (Promote Earned Income Tax Credit to Support At-Risk Children)
- Answer phones and field all calls, delegate questions and issues to the necessary preparers or management.
- Supporting the outreach team.
- Provide customer follow-up and other general office administrative duties as assigned.
- Schedule appointments for clients
- Assist PEACH clients as needed.
- Assist Program Manager in the reconciliation of management and grant reports on a monthly basis.
- Assist with all database entry and report management.
- Provide team with support obtaining consents and conducting assessments.
- Help create and update client files.
- Provide general support to visitors and act as point of contact for program clients.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
- Graduate level – Public health student
- A minimum of one to two years’ of prior work experience in programmatic, administrative and clerical tasks. Research based knowledge preferred.
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
- Engaging “consumer service” personality and detailed orientated skills are essential.
- Bi-lingual fluency in Spanish preferred.
- Flexible schedule available, must work 18 hours a week. Some Saturdays required.
- Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required.
- CITI certificates required- Human Subject Research and Conflict of Interest
- IRS Volunteer Standard of Conduct Certification required.
How to Apply
For consideration, submit a cover letter and resume; all application materials should be addressed to Kateryn Ferreira, Program Director to kaferrei@montefiore.org
BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity, and in accordance with federal, state and local laws, does not discriminate unlawfully against employees and applicants for employment on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, military status, national origin (including ancestry), predisposing genetic characteristic, race, sex, gender, actual or perceived sexual orientation (including actual or perceived heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality and asexuality), status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. Advanced-level professional competency in written and spoken English language is required. Authorization to work in the United States for any employer is mandatory.