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Education and Community Engagement Intern

Boston Public Health Commission
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Mission Statement

The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of anti-racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.

Job Description

The mission of the Education and Community Engagement Division is to plan, organize, and conduct outreach programs and materials that are informative and accessible with the aim to improve the health and well-being of Boston residents. The program aims to reduce the risk of illness and promote health through education awareness initiatives that may include social marketing campaigns, developing educational materials, and directing trainings to various community groups and healthcare workers.

The Education and Community Engagement Intern will be involved in a variety of activities related to infectious diseases that continues to affect the residents of Boston, including respiratory illnesses, sexually transmitted illnesses, vector-borne illnesses, ect. The project will involve time spent developing educational materials, training and presentation curriculum development, and engagement with partners and community members during outreach events that include tabling and community presentations and trainings.

Duties:

  • Works to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting or exceeding the standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.
  • Develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of the needs of the priority populations in Boston
  • Enhance knowledge of infectious disease-related topics by assisting with the development of educational materials, curriculum, and presentations
  • Enhance abilities in active listening, problem solving, and conflict resolution by attending community outreach events/activities to provide educational materials to, and dialogue with, community residents
  • Build confidence and skills in discussing topics that may be uncomfortable or heavily stigmatized to populations with diverse backgrounds and lifestyles
  • Build familiarity about the working of a local health department and community partners

Minimum Qualifications

  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the role of public health in addressing racism, the social determinants of health, and inequities in health outcomes as well as strategies to advance racial justice and health equity
  • Commitment to health equity and racial/social justice issues.
  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Public Health, Health Education, Epidemiology, Social Work, Nursing, Environmental Health, or a related field
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic understanding of public health principles and practices
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse teams
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Interest in health equity, community engagement, and/or disease prevention
  • Commitment to professional ethics and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Available to commit to a set schedule (21 hours per week) and a hybrid in-person/telework format

Additional Information

  • City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid-Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district.
  • A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
  • Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
  • Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification.
  • Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded.
  • The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply.
  • Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification.
  • The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion.

Shift

20 Hours Per Week, 10 Weeks

Grant Funding Information

This position is not dependent on grants / external funding sources.

Pay Range

$19 Hourly