Internships

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Program Overview

●     Summer internship opportunities for college students and recent graduates

●     Hands-on experience in pediatric healthcare, community advocacy, and nonprofit work

●     8-10 week commitment during summer months

●     Minimum 20 hours per week

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Internship Tracks

●     Clinical Services: Assist in pediatric clinic or developmental-behavioral department; scribing and medical assistant support

●     Advocacy & Outreach: Participate in health education, screenings, care coordination, and community events

●     Development & Communications: Contribute to fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, social media, and patient impact evaluation

●     Administrative Support: Work on special projects including data entry, quality improvement, and workflow optimization

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Eligibility Requirements

●     At least 18 years old by the internship start date

●     Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college, university, or graduate program

●     Pass a background check and drug screening

●     Up-to-date immunization documentation required

●     Spanish fluency preferred but not required
●     Selected candidates may be invited for an interview

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Application Process

●     Deadline: March 1, 2026

●     Required materials: Completed application, resume/CV, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation (one academic/professional, one spiritual)

●     Applicants notified within one month of the deadline
●     Selected candidates may be invited for an interview

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Training & Supervision

●     Mandatory orientation session with HIPAA and OSHA training

●     Assigned a direct supervisor with periodic check-ins

●     Final evaluation provided at the end of the internship

●     Letter of recommendation is available based on performance

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Compensation

●     Unpaid internships (unless otherwise specified)

●     Fundraising support available with 10% administrative fee

●     Academic credit or service-learning hours may be arranged