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Intern/Aide

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Houston

AI generated summary

  • You must be a high school student/graduate or enrolled in a graduate program in Health, Global Health, Public Policy, Non-Profit Management, or related fields.
  • You will support global health operations, develop training materials, coordinate projects, create outreach content, and assist with philanthropic proposals in diverse, multidisciplinary settings.

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in high school or be a high school graduate (or equivalent secondary education) or enrolled in an institution of higher education.
  • Must be enrolled in a graduate degree-granting program with a focus on Health, Global Health, International Development, Communications, Public Policy, Non-Profit Management, Business Administration, Education or other relevant area of study.

Responsibilities

  • Gains experience in the field of global health operations management.
  • Develops skills in collaboration and coordination within a complex organizational and implementation structure.
  • Gains an understanding of global health programs and interventions in a variety of countries.
  • Gains exposure to global clinical programming and related health challenges in low resource settings.
  • Gains experience working with diverse and multidisciplinary global health implementers and experts.
  • Develops and disseminates relevant global health materials including social media posts, websites, presentations, and outreach materials.
  • Develops and updates global health training materials and curriculum.
  • Supports philanthropic efforts including research and development of proposals to prospective partners and donors.
  • Supports global health project management to ensure that specific activities are on track to meet intended deliverables and align with program priorities; and
  • Performs other tasks or responsibilities based on organizational and programming need and/or the intern’s individual interests.

FAQs

What is the primary goal of this internship at Baylor College of Medicine?

The primary goal of this internship is to provide an introduction into the administration and operations management of the Baylor College of Medicine Global Health and Texas Children's Global Health Network programs, focusing on global program management, operations, and implementation.

What are the daily responsibilities for interns in this position?

Daily responsibilities may vary and can include tasks related to global program management, operations, monitoring and evaluation, social media, fundraising, education, and training.

What educational qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in a graduate-level program prior to the start of the internship.

Where is the internship position based?

The internship position is based in Houston, Texas.

Are interns responsible for their housing and transportation?

Yes, interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation during the internship.

What types of skills can interns expect to develop during their time in this internship?

Interns can expect to develop skills in collaboration, coordination, understanding global health programs, project management, and creating outreach materials.

Is prior experience in global health necessary to apply for this internship?

While prior experience may be beneficial, it is not a requirement. The internship is designed to provide relevant experience in global health operations management.

What should candidates include in their application?

Interested candidates must submit an application that includes a cover letter and resume.

Is there a focus on specific types of degrees for preferred candidates?

Yes, preferred candidates should be enrolled in graduate degree programs in fields such as Health, Global Health, International Development, Communications, Public Policy, Non-Profit Management, Business Administration, Education, or other relevant areas of study.

Does Baylor College of Medicine have any inclusivity policies?

Yes, Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

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Mission & Purpose

Baylor College of Medicine is a health sciences university that creates knowledge and applies science and discoveries to further education, healthcare and community service locally and globally. Located in the Texas Medical Center, Baylor College of Medicine has affiliations with eight teaching hospitals, each known for medical excellence. The college has total research support of over $400 million annually, and more than 90 research and patient-care centers and units. Currently, Baylor College of Medicine trains more than 3,000 medical, graduate, nurse anesthesia, physician assistant, orthotics and prosthetics and genetic counseling students, as well as residents and post-doctoral fellows.