Internship and Fellowship Postings as of June 15, 2022

POSITION: Student Volunteer Program

ORGANIZATION: FEMA Region 2 Office

FEMA Region 2 Office is currently recruiting for student volunteers to serve across divisions (Recovery, Response, Mitigation, and National Preparedness) for the Fall of 2022. Below please find further information regarding the opportunities:

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POSITION: Program Coordinator (part-time, temporary)

ORGANIZATION: Brooklyn Health Disparities Center & The Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health

Salary: $25/hr (June 20-August 12)

Overview: The Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health in partnership with the Brooklyn Health Disparities Center (BHDC) Health Disparities Summer Internship Program (BHDSIP) provides an opportunity for local high school students who have interests in pursuing academic and professional careers in the health sciences, to gain an understanding of health disparities and the social determinants of health that impact the health and wellness of our communities. It also provides an opportunity to build relationships with local community-based organizations (CBOs) through a partnership developing community-based research projects. Students are exposed to a service learning curriculum that encompasses: awareness of health disparities, basic epidemiologic research skills, and the design and implementation of a community-engaged research project.

Prior to being exposed to the curriculum, students complete six (6) hours of basic research methodology and are assigned to partner with community-based organizations (CBOs) to develop and evaluate a research question that has significant relevance to the community. The students, supported by research mentors, will simultaneously apply the knowledge and skills acquired through the program to their research projects. At the end of the four week program,students are expected to demonstrate knowledge and mastery of the curriculum through oral and poster presentations of their research projects.

Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in public health or related sciences; Masters of Public Health or related field preferred. Qualifications include strong interpersonal and organizational skills,ability to work independently and with a team, and the ability to multitask. Must have experience conducting public health research, have knowledge of urban health issues and experience working with diverse populations.

Expectations: Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the program’s day to day activities, leading didactic sessions and mentoring and supervising 20 high school students and interns remotely (with some in-person sessions) from July 11-August 5, 9:30 AM-3:30 PM. The Program Coordinator will serve as a guide to students while they navigate their research projects and communicate with their CBO supervisors. There is a commitment of ~35 hours a week between June 20-August 12.

You will be required to onboard three weeks prior to the program, and end one week after programming is complete to finalize program reporting.

General Tasks & Responsibilities:

▪ Coordinate program day to day activities (e.g. student check-ins, guest lectures,

CBO engagement)

▪ Assist in program pre and post planning

▪ Facilitate student-CBO relationships

▪ Guide and mentor students through research project development

▪ Lead didactic sessions/lesson plans

▪ Co-develop appropriate assessment tools: surveys, structured interview and

focus group questions, observation tools

▪ Review research methodology curriculum for high school students and offer

feedback

▪ Facilitate research methods curriculum to students

▪ Monitor the development, implementation and completion of student research

projects

▪ Communicate with individual CBO contacts to ensure that students are fulfilling

expectations

▪ Support compilation of project results into final poster form for presentation

▪ Assist students with poster and oral presentations of research projects

▪ Assist in preparing research projects as publishable journal manuscripts

▪ Collect all material related to the students’ projects (i.e., datasets, electronic

posters)

Send resumes to: faraya@arthurasheinstitute.org

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POSITION: Research Mentor (Volunteer; small stipend provided)

ORGANIZATION: Brooklyn Health Disparities Center & The Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health

July 11th-August 5th, 2022

Monday-Thursday; 9:30am-3:30pm

Students are exposed to a service learning curriculum that encompasses: awareness of health disparities, basic epidemiologic research skills, and the design and implementation of a community-engaged research project.

Prior to being exposed to the curriculum, students complete six (6) hours of basic research methodology and are assigned to partner with community-based organizations (CBOs) to develop and evaluate a research question that has significant relevance to the community. The students, supported by research mentors, will simultaneously apply the knowledge and skills acquired through the program to their research projects. At the end of the four week program, students are expected to demonstrate knowledge and mastery of the curriculum through oral and poster presentations of their research projects.

As a result of COVID-19, this program will occur remotely (with some in-person activities).

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree completed or in progress. Strong interest in health sciences, urban health issues, and experience working with diverse populations. Experience working with youth is desirable.

Expectations: Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, Research Mentors will serve as mentors to high school students while they navigate their research projects and communicate with their CBO supervisors. There is a commitment of 30 hours a week.

General Tasks & Responsibilities:

▪ Supervise, guide and mentor high school students through research project

process

▪ Develop a research plan in conjunction with CBO member

▪ Conduct a relevant literature review on research topic

▪ Develop appropriate assessment tools: surveys, structured interview and focus

group questions, observation tools

▪ Develop databases (e.g., Excel, SPSS) for storing collected data

▪ Review research methodology curriculum for high school students and offer

feedback

▪ Facilitate research methods curriculum to students

▪ Provide students with materials to assist with research projects (i.e., research

topic, hypothesis, literature review) prior to beginning of the program

▪ Facilitate individual learning sessions that are part of the HDSIP curriculum

▪ Meet with students as a group/individually each week

▪ Monitor the development, implementation and completion of student research

projects

▪ Communicate with individual CBO contacts to ensure that students are fulfilling

expectations

▪ Support compilation of project results into final poster form for presentation

▪ Assist students with poster and oral presentations of research projects

▪ Collect all material related to the students’ projects (i.e., datasets, electronic

posters)

Send resumes to: faraya@arthurasheinstitute.org

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POSITION: Seasonal Educator, Green Girls Summer Institute

ORGANIZATION: City Parks Foundation

Start/End Date: June 20th thru August 11th, 2022

Salary: $22-$25 per hour

Contact: Send resume and cover letter to education@cityparksfoundation.org

ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION

City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City. At CPF, we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community development, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Our programs and community building initiatives — located in more than 350 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City — reach 425,000 people each year.

We present the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC through SummerStage, presenting artists of the highest quality across multiple disciplines and genres, and marionette puppet theater in all five boroughs with our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater and the roving PuppetMobile.
Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of their neighborhood parks.
We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment with education programs that provide learning experiences through classroom and hands-on activities in parks, urban forests, coastal areas, gardens, and recreation centers.
Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events.

Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks reflect thriving communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

The CityParks Green Girls Empowered by ING Summer Institute is a science program that engages up to 40 middle school girls, ages 10-13, in five weeks of fun-filled outdoor adventures. Based in the Bronx, Queens or Harlem NY, Green Girls study the dynamic urban forests of New York’s parks, encouraging them to realize their potential to create change within their natural environment and learn about future careers in the sciences.

Whether bird-watching, canoeing, conducting science projects or doing service, Green Girls develop a new understanding of natural ecosystems in our city.

City Parks Foundation seeks a Seasonal Educator to implement an intensive 2022 summer institute in the Bronx, Queens or Harlem NY. The Seasonal Educator will implement the Green Girls curriculum and assessment tools. The Seasonal Educator will coordinate communication and planning with the GGs Program Manager, coworkers and partners, identify professional resources, engage in networking and implement field trips.

The Seasonal Educator will report to the Associate Director of Youth Development and supervise a team of one- two college interns and up to 4 high school interns. With support from the Program Manager and the Associate Director of Youth Development, the Green Girls Seasonal Educator will assist to provide training and strong guidance to the interns that will equip them to successfully enact their roles as assistants and peer mentors.

As an out-of-school time program, Green Girls supports the youth development and socio-emotional growth of the participants. The Seasonal educator will create a positive program culture through the seamless integration of individual and social skills development, team building, self-reflection and self-management. This will be done by creating and implementing consistent daily routines and rituals, relevant activities and mentorship by both the Seasonal Educator and, especially, the interns.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the primary educator for the Green Girls Summer Institute (The Bronx, Queens or Harlem), and as supervisor of the Green Girls youth staff (interns). The 5 weeks program from July 5th to August 4th will accommodate up to 40 GGs from 930am-3pm or from 12pm-6pm.
Work with the GGs Program Manager and other staff to implement pre-planned lessons; engaging, inquiry-based, experiential environmental education activities, field trips and service learning opportunities that are sequential and framed in a holistic program for middle school girls that includes strong science learning and socio-emotional growth
Provide relevant feedback and to ensure accurate and comprehensive records
Implement program evaluation and student assessment strategies and tools.
Participate in health and safety training and ensure that CPF mandated protocols are consistently followed by all staff and participants onsite.
Assist in maintaining education department resources including educational gear, and supplies as well. This will include sanitizing some equipment for daily use.
Provide high energy lessons, activities and icebreakers; Sure that students are having fun!

REQUIREMENTS

Broad knowledge of environmental sciences with some formal training at the college level
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Environmental Science, or Environmental Studies preferred
A minimum of two years of teaching or program facilitation experience with outdoor and experiential learning preferred
Basic knowledge of child development and the general skills and behaviors to be expected from middle school youth
At least one year of experience in supervising and providing guidance to youth interns
Demonstrated experience in program administration, evaluation/assessment, communication and time management
Strong/solid classroom management skills and the ability to instruct different types of learners and diverse students
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential
Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and consistent follow-through
Willingness to work outdoors in sometimes uncomfortable weather conditions

CONTACT

Interested parties should email cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to:

education@CityParksFoundation.org. Put “Green Girls Seasonal Educator 2022” in subject header.

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POSITION: Restuccia Health Justice Fellowships (National & New York)

ORGANIZATION: Community Catalyst

RESTUCCIA HEALTH JUSTICE FELLOWSHIP (NATIONAL)

Every year, Community Catalyst will select three organizational teams to participate in the Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship, consisting of three people per team. Its focus on teams of organizational leaders, rather than one leader, is meant to accelerate and sustain organizational change. Diverse teams within local, state, and national health advocacy organizations are encouraged to apply. The program prioritizes organizations of color and subsequently leaders of color who reflect the communities they live in and/or serve.

Applications for the second National Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship cohort will be open July, 2022.

Core elements of the Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship program are grounded in community discussions and needs, and include healing justice and resiliency, development and fundraising strategies, data and technology, leadership versus management, change management through race and health equity, and power building through partnerships.

Selected organizations and teams will receive the following benefits:

Awarded a $50,000 general operating grant to the organization to be used over twelve months to defray the costs of participation and/or to fund organizational transformation activity
Organizational development coaching and support valued at $25,000 (or more)
An organizational assessment supported by a designated coach and tied to organizational transformation and racial justice
Training and learning with top experts in organizational management, health systems, advocacy, racial justice, and leadership development
Membership in a peer cohort with other outstanding health advocacy leaders
Increased public profile through networking opportunities and Fellowship communications

Learn more about the Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship in a detailed Q&A here. You can send your questions to RestucciaFellowship@CommunityCatalyst.org.

RESTUCCIA HEALTH JUSTICE FELLOWSHIP–NEW YORK (PILOT)

With catalyzing support from the New York Health Foundation (NYHealth), eight emerging advocacy leaders will be selected to participate in the Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship–New York regional pilot. The program seeks individuals that work in health advocacy, health policy, patient advocacy, and/or a community-based organization within New York State that prioritizes health in their work. Supporting organizations of color is a primary goal of the fellowship program. While it is not required eligibility criteria, applications from geographically diverse individuals who are located in and serving New York State, have lived experience, and work in or serve low-income communities and communities of color will be prioritized.

Applications for the Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship–New York (Pilot) are due July 8, 2022. Apply online here.

You can find the recording of the informational webinar held on Tuesday, June 7 here and a version of the application in PDF form here.

The Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship–New York program design includes the core elements of the Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship program and will continue to be adapted to meet the needs of New York advocates. This will likely include tailored workshops on defining success, building and sustaining community coalition partners, policymaking and regulatory processes for successful change, authentic leadership, inclusive communication and relationship building, personal leadership development, strengthening health access and coverage, addressing community health needs, and navigating New York’s health care landscape and new leadership in New York’s political landscape.

As part of the application process, applicants and two designated colleagues, including at least one senior-level decision maker within the organization, need to identify two pressing health-related challenges and issues that they and their organization could address through a capstone advocacy project to ensure that the state’s health care system is reshaped in ways that meet community and patient needs. This can include health-related challenges they are already working to address but could use additional support to propel the work forward.

Selected organizations and individuals will receive the following benefits:

Awarded a $20,000 grant to the organization to be used over 12 months to defray the costs of participation and/or to fund their capstone advocacy project
Individual personal/professional development coaching and support valued at over $25,000
Individual and organizational assessments of advocacy knowledge/skills, leadership, racial equity, and health justice
An individual leadership plan supported by a qualified coach and tied to the project capstone
Membership in a peer cohort with other outstanding health advocacy leaders
Increased public profile through networking opportunities and Fellowship communications

Learn more about the Restuccia Health Justice Fellowship–New York in a detailed Q&A here. You can send your questions to RestucciaFellowshipNY@CommunityCatalyst.org.

To view the official job posting: Fellowship

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POSITION: EPA Fellowship for Social/Behavioral Scientist to Evaluate Impacts of EPA Contaminated Land, Hazardous Waste and Recycling Programs

ORGANIZATION: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

There is an exciting ORISE research opportunity for a recent MA or PhD Social/Behavioral Scientist at the US EPA in the Office of Land and Emergency Management (OLEM) in the Office of Communications, Partnerships and Analysis (OCPA). Under the mentorship of an economist in OCPA, the research participant will learn about a variety of OLEM programs (e.g., Superfund, Brownfields, Underground Storage Tanks, Recycling, Hazardous Waste Management, etc.) and will have the opportunity to design and participate in benefits analyses and program evaluations of OLEM programs. The fellow will also have the opportunity to learn about and contribute to research projects at EPA related to President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Justice40Initiatve and the Foundations for Evidence Based Policymaking Act of 2019.

Application Deadline: August 8, 2022

To view the official job posting: EPA Fellowship

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POSITION: Postdoctoral Fellowship

ORGANIZATION: Tufts University School of Medicine

The Tufts University School of Medicine’s Department of Public Health and Community Medicine invites applications for an exciting new Postdoctoral Fellowship tied to a newly funded R01 entitled “Predict to Prevent: Dynamic Spatiotemporal Analyses of Opioid Overdose to Guide Pre-Emptive Public Health Responses”.

The Fellowship includes opportunities to contribute to our efforts to better understand and respond to inequities in opioid overdose outcomes through Bayesian spatiotemporal and geostatistical modeling to identify and characterize overdose hotspots, predict future overdose spikes across space and time, and assess the effectiveness of individual and combined interventions aimed at preventing overdoses.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a list of three recommenders (name and contact information), as well as a brief statement (1-2 pages) describing their background and research training. These materials should be submitted via Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/107649 by July 15, 2022 or until the position is filled.

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POSITION: Associate Service Fellow (Research Industrial Hygienist)

ORGANIZATION: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) invites fellowship applications for a full-time Research Industrial Hygienist position to work in the Noise and Bioacoustics Team, Engineering and Physical Hazards Branch (EPHB). This position is with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Division of Field Studies and Engineering, located in Cincinnati, OH.

This is a full-time position being offered as part of the CDC’s Service Fellowship program under Title 42 of the U.S. Code. U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply. CDC service fellows are considered federal employees with most of the rights and benefits provided to permanent civil service employees. The initial fellowship appointment will be for three to five years with potential for renewal based upon performance and available NIOSH funding. Salary will be based on education and experience. Fellows will be eligible for government health and retirement benefits.

Job Description

The Engineering and Physical Hazards Branch in the Division of Field Studies and Engineering, NIOSH conducts occupational safety and health research related to characterizing and controlling worker exposures to chemical and physical hazards.

The successful applicant will work with a multidisciplinary team of audiologists, engineers, and other occupational health scientists to support and conduct research studies and projects focused on the prevention of occupational hearing loss. The fellow will provide expertise in conducting industrial noise exposure measurements, field surveys, and hearing loss risk assessments for noise-exposed workers.

Duties

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

Propose, design, and conduct research projects integrating noise exposure measurements and epidemiologic information for reducing the risk of occupational hearing loss
Coordinate multi-faceted projects to implement interventions or engineering controls in various workplaces and assess their effectiveness in reducing the risk of occupational hearing loss
Serve as a subject matter expert in the design and implementation of both laboratory and field-based research projects involving occupational noise exposure
Lead or serve on multidisciplinary project teams that analyze work processes, practices, and needs to conceptualize and design technical solutions for industrial noise problems
Collaborate and provide expert scientific and technical advice to develop guidelines and directions for future policy development within NIOSH; assist other federal agencies as well as various state health agencies and other organizations, as requested
Identify and analyze occupational health issues and their impact on industrial operations and safety and the public health community at large
Consult with scientists, statisticians, and program management to support research studies/projects through application of best public health practices in all aspects of the study or survey including design, implementation, analysis, and interpretation
Present research findings at scientific conferences; publish government reports and scientific manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals

Application Deadline: July 8, 2022

Salary: $82,601

To view the official job posting: Associate Service Fellow

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POSITION: Predoctoral Fellowships

ORGANIZATION: The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) provides five-six years of support for mentored research training leading to a PhD, combined MD/PhD, or other formally combined professional and doctoral degree in biomedical, behavioral, health services, or clinical sciences. This fellowship enhances the diversity of the health-related workforce by supporting the research training of predoctoral students from underrepresented population groups. Deadlines are August 8 and December 8.

To view the official job posting: NRSA Fellowships

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RESTUCCIA HEALTH JUSTICE FELLOWSHIP (NATIONAL)

RESTUCCIA HEALTH JUSTICE FELLOWSHIP–NEW YORK (PILOT)