Academic Internship, Education and Training

Position Summary:

§Provides administrative and workflow support for to the Education and Training department

Primary Responsibilities:

To support all affiliate education and training efforts, specifically:

§  Provides assistance with the development and organization of educational materials and research for lesson plan creation.

§  Assists with the promotion and co-facilitation of sex education programs for youth and adults as per programming goals and guidelines.

§  Assists with coordination and attendance of outreach activities including representation at health fairs, public schools, community-based organizations, colleges, and community events

§  Assists Projects Coordinator with departmental efforts as assigned, including special projects, DEI-specific interdepartmental projects, and occasional attendance of coalition meetings within PPHP’s regions, and other duties as assigned.

§  Follows the communications of key organizations that advocate for folks with I/DD and tracks media clips that are relevant to education, sexuality, and reproductive health within this population

§Stays current on knowledge of sexual and reproductive health and justice related news and topics.

Qualifications:

§Student seeking a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Gender and Sexualities Studies, Women’s Studies, Sociology, Public Health, Psychology, or other relevant majors.

§Commitment to the mission of Planned Parenthood.

§Excellent organizational, administrative, and writing skills.

§Basic knowledge of computer systems and software, including Microsoft Office Suite.

§Understanding of the internet as a resource for research and communication. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team with staff and volunteers or independently. 

§Attention to deadlines and confidentiality with content sensitive material in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

§Ability to manage several projects simultaneously with thorough follow-up.

§Spanish proficiency is recommended, but not required.

§Students with I/DD or who have worked closely with this population are encouraged to apply.

Time Commitment

§  Minimum Commitment: Full or Partial Academic Year, 3 - 9month commitment (September through May), 10-15 hours per week. 

o   Occasional possibility of substituting with evening and/or weekend event attendance on a support level basis.

o   Hybrid remote and in-person activities (must provide your own transportation)

§  Most hours will be completed virtually (subject to change)

§  All in-person activities will include COVID-19 safety precautions

§  Miscellaneous: Must comply with PPHP policies, with high priority on compliance with confidentiality and social media policies.  

§  Compensation: Interns are encouraged to arrange to obtain college credit for the internship. Financial compensation is dependent on available funds and may differ from previous or future internships.