Department of Health science

Community Health Internship Sites

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American Cancer Society, South Atlantic Division

8219 Town Center Drive

Baltimore, MD 21236

www.cancer.org

Areas Served  Baltimore City and Baltimore County. Other areas include: Anne Arundel, Harford, Howard, Carroll and Frederick Counties.

Agency Goals & Objectives

Mission: The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-base voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through, research, education, advocacy and service.

2015 Goals of the American Cancer Society

• To lower the number of people dying of cancer by half
• To reduce the occurrence of cancer by 25%
• To improve the quality of life of all those affected by the disease

Dept. Goals & Objectives

Same as above

Criminal Background Check: No

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Interns will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities in health education through the promotion and implementation of programs geared towards early detection and prevention of cancer and patient service programs for people facing cancer.

Responsibilities include:

• Working with community partners such as local hospitals, health departments, non-profit organizations, churches and other community groups.
• Assist in the coordination, promotion and implementation of health education and awareness programs in the community.  Topics include breast, prostate, colorectal and lung cancer, physical activity and nutrition, tobacco control and sun safety, as well as programs for cancer patients and caregivers.
• Develop tools and resources to be  used by staff and volunteers to educate community.
• Recruit new volunteers to participate in the American Cancer Society programs.
• Provide community outreach into local communities - including underserved areas.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Independent worker with demonstrated ability to work with others;

Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills;

Completes work in a timely and efficient manner and ensures work is accurate;

Ability to plan, implement and evaluate health education programs;

Knowledge of marketing and promotion of health programs in a community setting;

Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks;

Ability to represent the American Cancer Society in a professional manner;

Knowledge of Internet, MS Word and Excel. Knowledge of Lotus Notes and Power Point helpful.

Other Requirements:

• Lift and carry at least 25 lbs.
• Read, write and basic math skills
• Basic computer skills and email use
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Ability to work outside
• Attends work on a consistent, continual and punctual basis
• Reliable transportation required

Additional information

Office is convenient to I-95 and 695 in White Marsh, Maryland. Free Parking. Dress is business casual in the office and professional in the community.  Occasional night and/or weekend work may be required. Working environment is friendly and inviting. Interns have the opportunity for hands-on learning with mentoring staff partners.

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American Kidney Fund

6110 Executive Boulevard, Suite 1010

Rockville, MD 20852

www.kidneyfund.org

Areas Served The American Kidney Fund is a national organization, headquartered in Rockville, MD.

Agency Goals and Objectives

The mission of the American Kidney Fund is to fight kidney disease through direct financial support to patients in need; health education; and prevention efforts.

Dept. Goals and Objectives

The mission of the American Kidney Fund is to fight kidney disease through direct financial support to patients in need; health education; and prevention efforts.

Criminal Background Check: No

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Interns with the American Kidney Fund will have the opportunity to gain experience, both individually and as part of a team, in assessing public health needs, developing health education materials, coordinating community outreach events, and networking with other organizations and resources. 

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Interns must be organized and detail oriented, have strong written and verbal communication skills, be motivated and willing to learn.

Additional information

Office hours are typically Monday – Thursday from 9 am – 5:30 pm, Fridays from 9 am – 2 pm, with some weekend hours possilbe.  Parking will be paid for by the organization.  Some travel in the Washington, DC area may be required. 

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Arthritis Foundation, MD Chapter

9505 Reisterstown Rd., Ste. 1 North

Owings Mills, MD 21117

www.arthritis.org

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Baltimore City Health Department Office of Aging & CARE Services

201. E. Baltimore Street, 15th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21202

www.baltimorecity.gov/CARE

Areas Served Baltimore City

Agency Goals & Objectives

The Baltimore City Commission on Aging and Retirement Education (CARE) is the primary public agency responsible for developing, coordinating and providing services for seniors and their caregivers in the City of Baltimore. CARE envisions Baltimore as the most aging friendly city in America, where all of our older adults will have the opportunity to age with choice, independence, and dignity as they move along the aging continuum.

Dept. Goals & Objectives

The Baltimore City Commission on Aging and Retirement Education (CARE) Senior Health Insurance program (SHIP) provides health insurance counseling to Medicare beneficiaries. The purpose of the program is to screen, educate, and counsel Medicare beneficiaries about their health benefits and serve as an advocate to promote receipt of benefits. Several areas covered under SHIP: Medicare Part A, B, C, and D, Medigap (supplemental INsurance), Long Term Care, Grievance and/or Appeals, Preventative Services covered under Medicare, and Medicare Savings Programs (QMB/SLMB). CARE's Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Program promotes awareness of health insurance fraud and abuse.

Criminal Background Check  Yes

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

CARE's SHIP/SMP program can use the skills a health education student has to promote outreach, educate, and counsel Medicare beneficiaries within Baltimore City. The health education student will enhance their skills in program development by developing innovative strategies to assist with outreach and education.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Interest in learning about Medicare/Medicaid and the aging population
• Basic computer skills-Micorsoft-Word, Excel, Outlook
• Some experience with Publisher, PowerPoint helpful

Additional information

We do not have a parking garage or provide free parking. However, we are accessible via subway (train), light rail, or bus.

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Baltimore City Health Department

Healthy Teens and Young Adults Center

1374 W. North Avenue 

Baltimore, Maryland  21217

www.baltimorehealth.org

Baltimore City Health Department - Office of Maternal & Infant Care

620 N. Caroline Street, 2nd Floor

Baltimore, MD 21205

www.healthybabiesbaltimore.com (site for citywide infant mortality plan they co-lead)

www.baltimorehealth.org  (main health dept. site)/

http://baltimorehealth.org/maternalandinfant.html (program page)

Areas Served  Baltimore City

Agency Goals and Objectives

(taken from website)

Vision    a healthy Baltimore

Mission  To advocate, lead, and provide services of the highest quality in order to promote and protect the health of the residents of Baltimore

Department Goals and Objectives

The Office of Maternal and Infant Care directly oversees the B’more for Healthy Babies Initiative, a 3 year, citywide plan to reduce infant mortality. Through this effort, the Maternal and Infant Care Bureau is assisting other lead agencies under the Mayor’s directive to foster greater collaborations with existing maternal/child health programs, to facilitate the development of new community programs, and to implement a citywide mass media campaign.  This Initiative’s main message, “every baby counts on you,” exemplifies its goal to engage government, service and health providers, communities, and individuals to work to reduce the number of infant deaths in Baltimore City and to improve the health of families. Additionally, the bureau oversees the Maternal and Infant (M&I) Nursing Program, which provides home visiting and case management services to pregnant women and infants.  

Criminal Background Check: no

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Do you want to network, be exposed to real life public health experiences, and make a citywide impact on infant mortality through health programming, outreach, and education? If so, then this experience is for you! Networking opportunities abound for interns who are placed with us. Our office offers a unique opportunity to learn about public health while gaining exposure to a host of the Health Department’s partners including Baltimore City Healthy Start, Planned Parenthood, Baltimore HealthCare Access, Inc. Johns Hopkins Center for Communications Programs, the Family League of Baltimore City, and eight other home visiting programs across Baltimore City! In addition to interacting with one or more of these agencies, interns will have opportunities to work with other undergraduate/ graduate students and professionals in nursing, social work, and public health disciplines.  

What will you do? Interns will work on projects involving the Citywide B’more for Healthy Babies initiative and the smaller scale Maternal and Infant Nursing Program. Work may include the following:

• Conducting health education sessions along with our health educator within various city health agencies such as hospitals, pediatric and obstetric providers, etc.
• Working with Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs, a worldwide marketing and promotions organization committed to disseminating health messages, on the citywide mass communications campaign for B’more for Healthy Babies.
• Assisting with our B’more Fit Community Obesity Prevention Project
• Tracking and analyzing data
• Assisting with event planning related to B’more for Healthy Babies
• Attending individual home visits and conducting health education sessions
• Researching programmatic best practices in the following areas related to B’more for Healthy Babies: domestic violence, family planning, nutrition, breastfeeding, substance abuse, mental health, preconception care, obstetric care, smoking, safe sleep, and home visiting
• Projects are assigned based on the intern’s individual interests and strengths.

Supervision would be provided by the Bureau Administrator who has a Masters in Health Sciences and/or the Program Director, who is a registered nurse with a Master of Nursing degree.

This internship offers an excellent opportunity to be exposed to the public health sector.  Participants will get first-hand knowledge of working in the community, collaborating with other agencies, and examining issues impacting infant mortality. 

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

 We are seeking diligent, outgoing interns who seriously commit to working with us throughout the duration of the internship.  It is essential that all candidates have exemplary oral and written communication skills and have a sincere interest in maternal and child health.  We are also looking for creative individuals who will savor the challenge of helping to create substantive and captivating messaging around infant mortality.  Candidates should also have strong organizational skills and should be interested in learning about program coordination and health communications.   

Additional information

Our office is located in Baltimore city near Johns Hopkins Hospital.  Interns will be issued a parking pass to park in our free lot in the rear of the building.  Hours would be from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; however, there is a possibility that hours could fluctuate and be from 10 - 6 on occasion to account for evening group health education classes.

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Brick  Bodies - Corporate Wellness Department

201 Old Padonia Road

Cockeysville, MD 21030

www.BrickBodies.com

Areas Served: Currently Baltimore County and Baltimore City

Agency Goals and Objectives

• To help people change their lives through improving health behaviors, especially exercise behaviors
• To provide the community with resources to live a healthy and fit lifestyle including full-service health clubs

• To serve the community by being accessible experts of health and fitness

Dept. Goals and Objectives

• To provide health services to Baltimore-area companies employees including discounted club memberships and on-site employee wellness programs

• To mobilize Brick Bodies club staff including membership counselors, personal trainers and group exercise instructors to offer services in a corporate setting

• To increase the number of Brick Bodies Corporate Wellness Clients implementing health and wellness programs

• To increase awareness of the benefits of worksite wellness and healthy employees through education to Human Resources Professionals and Business Owners

• To partner with providers of health benefits including non-profit health organizations (including American Lung Association and American Heart Association), health insurance providers, benefits brokers and worksite wellness providers

Criminal Background Check: No

How the organization will improve the health education student's skills and knowledge

The Brick Bodies Corporate Wellness Department Internship Program offers health education students the opportunity to apply their education and passion for health to the practical experience of providing health services in a worksite setting.  Brick Bodies offers health education student’s a variety of opportunities to explore areas of professional focus and enhance their skills. 

Opportunities include:

• Program Development – create programs for the worksite tailored to specific areas of health including physical activity, nutrition, stress management, work/life balance, smoking cessation, etc.

• Program Implementation – coordinate and implement health education programs in a worksite setting

• Program Evaluation – create evaluation tools and implement evaluate measures to assess the effectiveness of provided worksite wellness programs

• Health Communications & Marketing – present the business case for worksite wellness to business decision makers through a variety of marketing measures including face-to-face presentations, mailings, website development and special events
• Networking – work with and learn from professionals in the health education when forming and maintaining relationships with Brick Bodies health partners

• Account Maintenance – maintain corporate accounts through regular communication and marketing

Skills an qualifications required by intern at this location

• Positive attitude
• Self-motivation
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Business professionalism
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi task
• Time management skills
• Writing skills
• Ability to adapt to change and learn new skills
• Creativity and capacity for initiating new ideas

Additional Information

The hours of this internship are typically within the business work week of Monday – Friday,

8:30am – 5:00pm.  In the case of special events or programs, evening or weekend work may be requested.  The intern will work out of the Brick Bodies Corporate Office located in Cockeysville.  Parking is available and free of charge.  Brick Bodies offers an energetic workplace where business casual dress is the norm.  Our core values, expected of all employees and interns, are loyalty, integrity and service.  Brick Bodies values the health and wellness of its employees and interns and considers living a healthy, active lifestyle as a job responsibility.  Free membership to all Brick Bodies/Lynne Brick’s club available to all interns during their time of service.  As a growing department, full-time job opportunities may become available for interns upon completion of the internship program.

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Carroll Community College

1601 Washington Road

Westminster, MD 21157

www.carrollcc.edu

Areas Served   Carroll County, parts of Northwest Maryland

                             Southern PA

Agency Goals and Objectives

Carroll Community College (CCC) is a dynamic institution of higher education focused on providing post secondary instruction and training, baccalaureate preparation, and lifelong learning options.  The College strives to meet county workforce development needs and to serve business, industry, government, and the nonprofit sector in advancing economic development.

In addition, CCC serves the county as a resource for cultural enrichment.

Dept. . Goals and Objectives

The mission of the Health, Fitness and Exercise Science Department is to promote learning and engagement in health and wellness for a lifetime of well-being. Assessment and skill development is emphasized in six major dimensions of wellness: Physical, mental, social, emotional, spiritual and environmental. Academic emphasis is focused on students learning to make healthy personal choices for optimal self-care. In addition, the Department oversees campus wellness activities for faculty, staff and students that provide opportunities for learning enrichment, and participation.

Criminal Back Check: No

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

We have a variety of needs and possibilities for student interns depending on their skills and personal interests. The following list may be some of the projects they might be involved in:

1. Research and develop learning activities for student engagement in specific health topics

            (i.e. nutrition, fitness, communication skills, tobacco, drugs etc.)

2. Create educational bulletin boards on health and wellness topics.

3. Facilitate a health and wellness activity table at a Well- MART, Health Fair or special

            information event.

4.  Assist in the creation/and or maintenance of the Health Lab.

5.  Assist in gathering community health resources.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Qualities

1. Reliable in committing to a weekly schedule

2. Approachable and personable

3. Ability to handle multiple tasks and can handle working independently

4. Organized

5. Committed to their own personal health (someone who walks the talk)

6. Enthusiastic

 Skills

1. Ability to lead/facilitate a health and wellness learning activity

2. Good communication skills

3. Ability to design educational bulletin boards and displays

4. Computer skills

5. Writing competence

6. Ability to research health and wellness information

Additional information

Parking is FREE but it does get busy on campus lots.

Schedule can be flexible to meet the individual’s needs.

Student interns are not covered under Workman’s Compensation

Student interns must review and sign an Internship Acknowledgement and Consent Form

College cafeteria is available.

Student will need to be flexible with office space. The intern will most likely be in the Health Lab.

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Carroll County Health Department

 290 South Center Street

Westminster, MD 21157

www.carrollhealthdepartment.dhmh.md.gov

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Charlestown Fitness and Aquatics Center

715 Maiden Choice Lane

 Catonsville, MD 21228

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Community College of Baltimore County, Workforce Development:

Health and Human Services

7201 Rossville Boulevard, Building N Room 101

Rosedale, MD 21237

www.ccbccmd.edu

Areas Served All of Baltimore County

Agency Goals & Objectives

Mission

The Community College of Baltimore County provides an accessible, affordable and high-quality education that prepares students for transfer and career success, strengthens the regional work force and enriches our community.

Vision

We will be the institution of choice for students, where together we make teaching purposeful, learning powerful, and community paramount.

Values

Learning: We celebrate learning and are committed to ensuring our students grow as learners, develop a

passion for lifelong learning, and use what they have learned to benefit our community.

Responsibility: We encourage open and honest communication, fairness, mutual respect, collegiality and civility in all college related matters. We have high expectations for the work of our employees, the academic rigor of our offerings, the scholarship of our students, and the involvement of the community and the workplace in the college’s future.

Integrity: We inspire public trust by maintaining ethical, honest and trustworthy relationships with our faculty,

our students, our staff and our community.

Inclusiveness: We welcome, respect and embrace the differences and similarities of our employees, our students and the communities we proudly serve. We acknowledge the richness of diversity and the dignity of all persons.

Excellence: We strive for personal and organizational improvement, and the wise and prudent management of our resources. We will continuously improve teaching and learning experiences to meet or exceed the needs of the workplace and the highest expectations of our community

Dept. Goals & Objectives

1.  Provide rigorous instruction that prepares people to enter health care careers quickly.

2.  Provide rigorous instruction that prepares people to further their education in a credit program.

3.  Provide CEU opportunities for health care professionals.

4.  Provide high quality programming to a diverse student body in a way that promotes student success, student retention and revenue for the college.

5.  Provide outstanding customer service to all students and clients.

Criminal Background Check: No

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

CCBC is the largest provider of undergraduate training for health professions in the state of Maryland.  In workforce development, we routinely survey the needs of the health care community in order to develop and implement training programs for needed areas. 

Our division is responsible for generating $1.5 million a year in revenue (soon to exceed $2 million).  We currently coordinate over 23 programs of study that do not require a degree.  Our programs can be found at ccbcmd.edu under Continuing Education Programming, Health and Human Services.  Students who intern with our division will have the opportunity to:

* plan, implement and evaluate programming

* interact with a large number of students and professionals

* participate in grant development and implementation

* participate in job fairs, marketing strategies, web design

* develop projects/programs that are directed at student retention, student success and customer service.

* develop materials that are specific to programs of study.

* work with a variety of health care professionals in Maryland.

* learn about budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning and pricing of programming.

* learn about accreditation standards and expectations.

* learn how to adapt programming to meet the needs of diverse populations.

A student intern would be expected to participate in a variety of routine activities as well as spearheading one or two major projects during their time in our division.  Examples of projects that could be completed by an intern include, but are not limited to: putting material into a web format for students to access, developing marketing materials for the division, researching and possibly developing a new program of study, developing strategies to track student success, developing strategies to track success of a marketing tool, developing and participating in a mentoring program or developing a process that improves student success and/or retention.  

 Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

A student intern is most likely to be successful if she/he:

* follows directions and established procedures.

* works independently once a task is assigned.

* is creative and exhibits initiative.

* has outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

* is respectful of diverse populations.

* is dependable, reliable and self-sufficient.

* is self motivated.

* can multi-task.

* is able to work as part of a team.

* presents him/herself professionally at all times.

* has strong computer skills.

* is committed to his/her own success and the success of students.

Interns should read 17 Essential Qualities of a Team Player by John Maxwell prior to beginning their internship.

 Additional information

There are some night and weekend hours.  While we run normal work hours (8:30-4:30), no professional in our division holds to that schedule all the time.  Sometimes our jobs require us to stay late and come in early.  There is typically someone in our office from 7 am to 7 pm or later.  Parking permits are required, and as of September 2009...are free.

Professional attire is required.  Professional attire at a college is more relaxed than in most business settings.  In order to be clear on expectations....Everyone is expected to dress in a way that would 1) set an example for our students as what would be expected in the health care community and 2) be appropriate if we were called to a meeting with the President of the college.

Any travel expenses are reimbursed at the federal recommended rate.

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 Community Outreach Department of St Joseph Medical Center

7601 Osler Drive

Irwin Center

Towson, MD 21204

www.sjmcmd.org

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Dowell Health Center

8000 York Road

Towson, MD 21252

http://www.towson.edu/dowellhealthcenter/

Areas Served  Towson University Campus

Agency Goals & Objectives

Our mission is to enhance students' ability to participate fully in opportunities for learning and personal development at Towson University by addressing students' immediate health care needs, promoting wellness and responsible health behavior, and helping students learn to take an active and proactive role in their own health and health care. Our goal is to provide accessible, high quality primary care services, including health promotion and education, in a caring environment that respects students' dignity, diversity, and privacy.

Dept. Goals & Objectives

The overarching goal of the Department of Health Education and Promotion is to promote health and wellbeing via outreach activities and educational programs for the Towson University community.  This goal is achieved through conducting classroom presentations, campus wide programs and events, online and social media communications and promotions, supporting the Dowell Health Center staff and through collaborations with other departments within Student Affairs and Academics. 

Criminal Background Check:   NO

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

We would be able to provide a very diverse working experience for a student.  The intern would have the opportunity to be involved in health education programs, educational campaigns and promotions on a variety of topics including smoking cessation, nutrition, alcohol and drug prevention and sexual health just to name a few.  The intern may have the opportunity to work closely with students by conducting classes and/or seminars based on their skill level, helping to promote health center services and programs via social networking and the web in addition to being involved in the day to day operations of the Health Education and Promotion department.  We feel that this would be a very comprehensive experience that would give a student the opportunity to expand their knowledge base in many content areas and develop a broad range of transferrable skills.

We would use the student’s skills and knowledge to help in the creation and implementation of programs to ensure that we are targeting student interest.  A student can bring a relevance to program planning that professional staff are sometimes displaced from.   Students are often more savvy with social networking capabilities so we would hope that they could help to educate staff. 

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

We are looking for an intern that is self-motivated, organized, able to effectively multi-tasking and eager to work on a variety of projects in different content areas.  We want someone that carries themselves professionally and who is able to take initiative and be actively involved in offering new ideas for programs or promotions.  We would be looking for someone who is web savvy, familiar with social networking tools and who possess good communication and presentation skills.  The intern would need to be comfortable having two supervisors and would preferably feel comfortable working with sexual health content such as sexual behavior, STI education and STI prevention.

Additional information

Parking should not be an issue, there is plenty of student parking in the Towsontown garage which is close to the Health Center.  There may be need for night/weekend availability depending upon program requests we get that the intern may be involved with.  Space is an issue at the Health Center so while we guarantee to provide a desk and computer the intern will have to be flexible and ok with the possibility of working in different areas on different days depending on the Health Center schedule.

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Franklin Square Hospital Center         

9000 Franklin Square Dr.

Baltimore, MD 21237

www.franklinsquare.org

Community Health Education

9101 Franklin Square Drive

Baltimore, MD 21237

www.franklinsquare.org/body.cfm?id=485

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Good Health Center

Good Samaritan Hospital

 5601 Loch Raven Blvd.

 Baltimore, MD 21239-2995

www.goodsam-md.org/1.cfm

Hadassah of Greater Baltimore

3723 Old Court Road, Suite 205

Baltimore, MD  21208

www.baltimore.hadassah.org

Harford County Health Department

1321 Woodbridge Station Way

Edgewood MD 21040

www.harfordcountyhealth.com

Areas Served Harford County

Agency Goals & Objectives

The Harford County Health Department is one of 24 local health departments administered under the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and is responsible for the delivery of a wide range of preventive health care, clinical, environmental, and addiction services to a county population of approximately 225,000. The Health Department performs needs assessments, develops policies and quality assurance guidelines, and seeks to protect county residents from preventable and communicable diseases, premature loss of life, and environmental pollution. Staff and programs mesh new responsibilities with more traditional core public health functions to anticipate and respond to public health issues and trends.

It is the Vision of the Harford County Health Department to make Harford County the healthiest county in Maryland.  Our mission at the Health Department is to protect and promote the health, safety and environment of the citizens of Harford County through community assessment, education, collaboration and assurance of a variety of direct and collaborative services. 

To do this, the Health Department 1) protects and promotes the health of the public by creating healthy people in healthy communities; 2) strengthens partnerships between state and local governments, the business community, and health care providers; and  3) builds a world class and professional organization grounded in the principles of quality, accountability, cultural sensitivity, and efficiency.  

Dept. Goals & Objectives

Within the Harford County Health Department, health education services fall under the purview of the Division of Public Health Education and Cancer Prevention Services, whose Director reports to the Health Officer.  The Public Health Education Unit primarily provides community and school-based tobacco education, cessation and enforcement services through Cigarette Restitution Fund Program (CRFP) funding, in addition to outreach and educational support of other public health initiatives and issues, as are deemed appropriate. The Division also performs health promotion, planning, and evaluation services and participates heavily in community partnerships.

Criminal Background Check 

A criminal background check is preferred , but not required.

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

• Interns considering placement can look forward to participating in routine Public Health Education Unit activities such as event planning and organizational tasks, attending meetings, conducting informational research, and, if appropriate, may become involved in the planning and/or implementation of other atypical programs or special initiatives as may be scheduled.
• Interviews with representatives of other Health Department Divisions (such as Administration, Nursing, WIC, Health Services, Addictions, and Environmental Health) may be scheduled to gain perspective on local jurisdictional public health operations and to learn about core public health services.
• Summer and semester-long internships are available.
• Internship experiences are based on a student’s educational and personal goals.  Students are expected to take an active role in designing their internship.
• Interns will be supervised by the Division Director and will have access to the Director and staff Community Health Educators.
• Interns will be given the opportunity to participate in employee programs such as unit, divisional and departmental All-Staff meetings, employee training when appropriate, planning and business meetings, coalition meetings, site visits, and other activities.
• If desired, arrangements can be made for interns to visit additional sites (e.g., hospital, non-profit, or other county agencies)

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Intern must exhibit a willingness to learn and to work, should have a basic understanding of public health, must demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, be willing to work with a variety of people, and maintain a positive mental attitude.

The Director and staff of the Public Health Education and Cancer Prevention Services Division understand the value and importance of treating the internship experience as an actual, although unpaid, work experience and recognize that a productive learning experience can lead to a first employment opportunity in the health field as well as success in that first position.  In return, it is expected that interns will conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times and be an active participant in planning and completing their experience.

Additional information

Interns will be assigned a desk and phone to use during the internship and will have access to a computer, the Internet, and a variety of software programs.  Interns will be expected to furnish their own transportation.  Free parking is available at the Woodbridge building. Opportunities to work evenings (i.e. smoking cessation classes or other presentations) or Saturdays (health fairs or rabies or flu clinics) are available for interns looking to gain additional exposure to public health and are encouraged, but are not required.  Interns ordinarily will be expected to work 40 hours per week, unless otherwise stipulated; however work schedules can be “flexed” somewhat at the discretion of the Supervisor and will be considered on a case by case basis. For instance, an intern may work a normal 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule Monday through Friday, or acquire 40 hours a week by flexing time to attend evening and/or weekend events.

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Health Solutions Services, Inc.

11408 Cronridge Dr., Suite L

Owings Mills, MD 21117

www.healthsolutions.com

Areas Served

Well Net- Hopkins Campus, Baltimore MD    (Full-Time Students Internships: 36 – 40)

Well Net – Bay View Campus, Baltimore MD (Full-Time/Part Time Student Internships: 20 – 40 hrs.)

 Northrop Grumman – Linthicum MD             (Full-time/Part Time Student Internships: 20 – 40 hrs.)

Company Goals & Objectives

We are dedicated to improving individual decision-making with respect to health, fitness and medical care. We do this through direct support for the individual as well as by altering the work environment, and we believe that effective programming and service excellence are essential for success.  Our program and services are of proven efficacy and the highest quality, and we are committed to the research and investment necessary to maintain ain the highest standards.  The benefits of our services are improved health care decision making, decreased health risks, and better quality of life. For organization, we offer increased productivity, improved morale, and lower medical care costs.

Criminal Background Check: no

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Intern will have the opportunity to begin learning all aspects of a comprehensive wellness program, including planning, marketing and coordinating programs, health screening, health fairs, budgeting, and working with participants to educate and motivate them to make healthy changes.

SAMPLE INTERNSHIP CHECKLIST:

Screenings/HRAs

• Become proficient on performing some or all of the biometric screening components: blood pressure, body composition, and finger-stick cholesterol
• Learn techniques for 1:1 motivations health coaching
• Review Health Risk Assessment tool-including analyzing data collected

Health Fairs

• Assist with all facets: vendor applications; communications; design fliers & posters; manage screening appointment schedule; room layout; vendor orientation/management; material resources; tally and report on satisfaction evaluations

Education

• Assist in manager/coordinators in various classes they are planning
• Pick a seminar topic to manage from start to finish
• Assist with Awareness Events-plan/staff table(s)-topic, material to distribute, create fliers and additional handouts

Miscellaneous

• Compile health tips for monthly calendar/newsletter segments
• Assist with Spring/Fall community walk/run events

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

• Excellent coordination, organizational, and time-management skills
• Energetic, professional, and self-motivated with excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to interact with employees of all levels
• Outgoing, personable, and with customer focus

 Additional information

Free, paid parking available on-site

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Healthy Howard Inc.

PO Box 2275

Columbia, MD 21045

www.healthyhowardmd.org

Areas Served Howard County

Agency Goals & Objectives

Healthy Howard, Inc.’s mission is to promote policies and provide services that facilitate access to affordable quality health care to Howard County’s under/uninsured residents and improve the health status of all Howard County residents through community-based partnerships. 

Dept. Goals & Objectives

Healthy Howard’s goals are twofold.  The goal of the Health Plan and The Door is to facilitate access to affordable, quality health care to Howard County's under/uninsured residents and to promote policies and provide services that improve the health status of all Howard County residents through community-based partnerships with businesses, social service organizations, faith-based communities and government.  The goal of the institutional components is to identify important, everyday institutions including restaurants, schools, workplaces, and recreation programs and encourage them to promote and provide healthful products and activities to residents and those who work in Howard County.  Overarching is Healthy Howard's goal to build a model public health community that fuses policy development, environmental change, and community partnerships.

 Criminal Background Check  No

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

• Conduct outreach activities for Healthy Howard Inc. - restaurants; schools; workplaces; homes; recreation; and citizens
• Promote Healthy Howard at community events and health fairs
• Educate institutions, specifically schools, worksites, and restaurants, about Healthy Howard and assist applicants in certification and recertification process
• Develop, implement and deliver health education programs  and presentations related to Healthy Howard using standard health education procedures
• Collaborate on special projects in the community to promote healthy behaviors and lifestyles
• Develop materials on a variety of health topics that will be relevant to a diverse population
• Examine how clients are finding the Door to HealthCare in order to better target outreach activities

Learn how health policies are put into action on the local level by examining aspects of the Door to HealthCare in its first year of operation.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

• Strong written and verbal communication, problem solving, customer service, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Software Package (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook and Publisher), Internet and E-mail systems and other equipment. 
• Personal computer/laptop       
• Copier
• Fax machine    
• Motor vehicle
• Scanner
• Printer
• Telephone
• Nutritional software for evaluation of Healthy Restaurant applications (intern will be trained)
• PAT Track  (intern will be trained, if needed)

Experience with creating business letters, memorandums, invoices and fliers. Planning, implementing, and managing special project

Additional information

Evening and weekend work may be needed during the internship.  If evening/weekend work is needed the intern can flex his/her hours for that week.  Candidates may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Interns assigned such duties will be required to possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.      

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Hospice & Palliative Care Network of Maryland

408 Headquarters Drive 3H

Millersville, MD 21108

www.hnmd.org

Areas Served All of Maryland. We are the state membership association for the 30 hospices providing end of life care in the state and in Washington, D.C.

Agency Goals & Objectives

Mission

The Hospice & Palliative Care Network of Maryland is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote quality End-of-Life-Care. The Network acts as an advocate for individuals and families facing the myriad of physical, psychological, spiritual and practical challenges associated with a life-limiting diagnosis, prognosis and with bereavement.

Goals

• To assist the development and expansion of Palliative care.
• To provide professional education to hospice worker, the medical, business, and faith communities and to volunteers.
• To promote access to End-of-Life care by increasing consumer awareness of its availability in Maryland.
• To provide a forum for the exchange of ideas in End-of-Life-care.
• To work with Federal and State agencies to enhance and improve Hospice care.
• To act as a liaison to national, State and local hospice organizations.

Dept. Goals & Objectives

Same as Agency Goals and Objectives

Criminal Background Check  no

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Approximately 75% of our mission is dedicated to providing high quality education to the health care providers caring for terminally ill patients and their families. There is a monthly webinar program, 2- 3 large regional conferences, and several smaller education programs offered throughout the year. We have an active Education Committee comprised of health care providers from various hospices in MD. We complete needs assessments, program development, implementation and evaluation. Assistance across that continuum is needed. Furthermore, additional health promotion can be done through email newsletters.  

January through early April is the Maryland State Legislative Session.  We contract with a lobbyist who maintains that appropriate end of life care is available to all Maryland residents and their families.  Students with an interest in health policy would benefit this experience as many opportunities would be available to assist the lobbyist.

We are continuing to work on cultural diversity efforts at the end of life.  Students who are interested in developing educational programs for lawmakers, community members, and health care providers will have an opportunity to research best practices, develop and implement educational programs

While association includes the 30 hospices providing care in MD and all of their employees and volunteers, the Hospice & Palliative Care Network of MD currently  employs 1.5 individuals.  The office small and the atmosphere is flexible, yet the workload is very demanding at times.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Excellent written and verbal skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (all programs)

Knowledge of web site development (front page is desired)

Knowledge of program planning and implementation

Willingness and ability to be self motivated and begin new projects

Compassion is a must!

Additional information

Parking is free. There is limited need for early morning and evening availability, but this is only necessary on days of educational events. The office is small and sparse. Resources are somewhat limited as this is non-profit. However, there is work to be done and an intern would have excellent on the job training for future employment.

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House of Ruth Maryland, Inc.

 2201 Argonne Dr.

Baltimore, MD 21218

 www.hruth.org

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Howard County Health Department

7178 Columbia Gateway Drive

Columbia, MD 21046

www.hchealth.org  / www.healthyhowardplan.org

 IMA World Health

PO Box 429

 New Windsor, MD 21776

www.imaworldhealth.org

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 Johns Hopkins University

Center for Health Education & Wellness

3400 N. Charles Street

Levering Hall, Suite 115

Baltimore, MD 21218

www.jhu.edu/health

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 Johns Hopkins Children’s Safety Center

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

624 N. Broadway, Room 731

Baltimore, MD 21205

www.jhsph.edu

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 LifeBridge Health System, Inc.

2401 W. Belvedere Ave.

Baltimore, MD 21215

www.lifebridgehealth.org

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Loyola University Maryland

4502A N. Charles Street

Baltimore, MD 21210

www.loyola.edu/campuslife/healthservices

Areas Served  Loyola University Maryland; College of Notre Dame in Maryland

Agency Goals & Objectives

SHE"S purpose is to provide health care to the Loyola Community and to continuously improve the community's well being.  Our mission is to provide exemplary health care and health education to all of our students.  Our broad goals this past year were to improve health care delivery, thus embracing SHES ability to effectively improve quality of life for students, to care for those in distress, offering compassion and reassurance, and improve our ability to educate the community to live healthy lives.

Dept. Goals and Objectives

• Give health behavior a more visible place in the campus power structure.
• Assist students in making the connection between health, education and quality of life more visible on campus.
• Work closely with the Campus Fitness and Aquatic Center, Counseling Center and alcohol and Drug Education and Support Services as part of the College's Strategic Plan.
• Address levels of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention.
• Increase involvement with area colleges and universities.
• Encourage students to become more responsible for their own health.

Criminal Background Check: No

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

• Opportunity to create and develop programs
• Teaching opportunities
• Opportunity to coordinate a health fair
• Create surveys
• Work with peer educator
• Opportunity to work in outreach with the Baltimore Community
• Student will have opportunity to work with other students in a leadership position
• Student will be encouraged to develop creative ideas and to work independently
• Student will work in a friendly, supportive environment and have access to the tools she/he requires to do the job.
• In addition, the student will have fun.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

• Intern must be organized and dependable
• Confidentiality a must
• Keen interest in health promotion if College population
• Willing to work collaboratively with different offices in Student Development

Additional information

Student will park at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen on Charles St. and shuttle to campus. No fees.

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Lupus Foundation of America - DC/MD.VA Chapter

110 Painter's Mill Road Suite 5

Owings Mills, MD 21117

www.lupusmd.org 

 info@lupusmd.org

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 March of Dimes - Maryland National Capital Chapter

Central MD Division

175 West Ostend Street, Suite C

Baltimore, MD  21230

www.marchofdimes.com

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Maryland Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, Infectious Disease and Environmental Health Administration

500 N. Calvert Street, 5th Floor

Baltimore, Maryland 21202

www.idea.dhmh.maryland.gov/

Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Center for Maternal and Child Health, Family Planning and

Reproductive Health Program

201 W. Preston Street - 3rd Floor

Baltimore, MD 21201

Areas served  All four regions of Maryland

Agency Goals and Objectives:

The Family Health Administration (FHA) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all Marylanders and their families through community based public health efforts, giving special attention to at-risk and vulnerable populations. 

The FHA’s has eight offices and two hospitals, please go to Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) web site for detailed information. 

Department Goals and Objectives:

The Center for Maternal and Child Health's mission is to protect, promote and improve the heath and well-being of all women, newborns, children and adolescents in Maryland.  Our Programs and activities strive to strengthen and support the maternal and child health infrastructure and to assure the availability and accessibility of preventive and primary care services for women, children and adolescents.  Best practice standards in public health guide program planning, development and implementation.

Five divisions comprise the Center: Family Panning and Reproductive Health; Maternal and Child Health which is subdivided into Maternal and Perinatal Health and Child and Adolescent Health; Women's Health; Community-Based Initiatives and partnerships; and Administration, Planning and Epidemiology. Programs are integrated to assure a holistic and coordinated life span approach to enhancing the health of Marylanders. Center staff includes a highly skilled and diverse team of public health professionals representing a variety of disciplines.

In conjunction with the Office for Genetics and Children with Special Health Care Needs, the Center is responsible for administering federal Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant funds.  The Center is also responsible for administering the federal Title X Family Planning Program, the Abstinence Education Program Grant, the Maryland Asthma Control Program and other programs.

The Center also collaborates and coordinates activities with other DHMH and State agencies on health issues that affect women and children.  These issues include immunizations, injury prevention, mental health care, Medical Assistance, oral health care, substance abuse, and smoking cessation.

Our Vision:

Through its various activities and programs, the Center strives to create a future in which:

• All pregnancies are intended,
• All women reach an optimal level of health and well-being prior to pregnancy,
• No women dies or is harmed as a result of being pregnant,
• All babies are born healthy and reach their first birthday,
• All children and adolescents reach their optimal level of health and well-being,
• All women, infants, children and adolescents have access to affordable, quality health care services including family planning services, perinatal care, genetic services, preventive and primary care services, specialty care, oral health services and mental health care,
• All children live in healthy environments free of lead and other environmental hazards,
• Woman, children an families are highly  valued, and all health disparities are eliminated.

Criminal Background Check:  no

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Purpose

In the Center for Maternal and Child Health Program, Family Planning and Reproductive Health Program, in the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, internship program is two-fold.  First, the internship program will afford graduating college seniors majoring in health education, particularly community health education an opportunity to meet degree requirements for field placements. Secondly, the internship program will give students the opportunity to assist local health departments throughout the State in meeting federal grant  requirements at it relates to the Maryland Family Planning Program, and possibly other grant, state and contract funded programs through DHMH.     

Goal

The goal of the internship program is to create partnerships between Maryland higher academic institutions that will assist in meeting the needs of graduating students planning a career in public health. 

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Recruitment and Selection Strategy.

• Students who have an interest in the areas of reproductive health, family planning, teen pregnancy prevention, and outreach will be given first preference; students interested in health administration may apply for the internship as well.
• Familiar with Healthy People 2010, and select one leading health indicator of their choice, and prepare a mini-report.
• Familiar with primary and secondary data method collections, and need assessment.

Additional information

Parking around the state office building is challenging. However, there are several parking garages in the area, which is identified during the initial interview either by telephone or in person.  A student is required to have access to a vehicle that can be used during the days of their internship. Based on the student's calendar of event he/she may choose to use the Maryland Metro and/or Light Rail system to get around the city and other Maryland State Office Complex buildings located on the lines.

There is no guarantee a student will not be needed for weekends, or evening hours if placed in a local health department health center.

Initially a telephone interview will take place and prior to this date a resume should be forwarded to wongus@dhmh.state.md.us.

Depending on the outcome of the interview, a face-to-face interview will be scheduled.  The prospective intern should be able to identify their area of interest in public health.  On the day of the interview, the prospective intern is to present themselves in professional business attire; prepared to take notes, and prepare questions to ask of the interviewer(s) as well as have conducted a web search of Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and public health program of interest.

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Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Family Health Administration

Office of Oral Health

201 W. Preston Street, 3rd Floor

Baltimore, MD 21201

http://fha.maryland.gov/oralhealth/

Areas Served  The Office of Oral health (OOH) has built awareness in our community and has made oral health a citical part in the daily lives of the citizens of Maryland.

Agency Goals & Objectives  

The mission of the  Office of Oral Health is to improve the oral health status of Maryland residents through a variety of public oral health initiatives and interventions.  OOH develops, promotes, and advocates statewide cost-effective preventive and educational activities and policies that demonstrate and define the role of oral health as part of overall systemic health and quality of life.  The OOH partners with other State agencies, local health departments, schools, community agencies, and private providers in developing policies, programs, and activities which address access, prevention, education and literarcy.

Focus areas include:

-improving access to oral health care education, treatment and preventive resources for underserved and uninsured maryland populations

-Enhancing knowledge of evidence - based oral disease prevention strategies

-Reducing morbidity and mortality associated with oral cancer in Maryland residents

-Developing better surveillance systems that address current and unmet oral disease status

-Reducing oral injuries in Maryland, with a focus in sports related oral injuries in Maryland school children

Criminal Background Check  No

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

The Office of Oral Health will be able to utilize this health education student's skills to provide information to Maryland residents on the importance of oral health through health fairs, museum visits, educational brochures, and other health educational event.  In addition, the health education student's knowledge on oral health will make the student more aware of oral health as an integral and significant component of health.  Plus the medical consequences of poor oral health including infection pain, and impaired eating ability.  These consequences can lead to poor nutrition and poor overall health.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Principles of intern; assist with standard community health projects and related practices associated with the Office of Oral Health; English grammar, computerized data management systems, research methods, effective telephone techniques.

Prepare clear and concise communications and make oral presentation; perform research review and develop reports; communicate effectively with diverse groups; operate various computer and standard office equipment; basic statistics including mathematical averages and percentages associated with the tasks at hand or any other research projects; set up and maintain spreadsheet files and retrieve data to prepare research reports; adapt to changing technology; organize and prioritize work; coordinate a variety of projects simultaneously; read, interpret, research, explain and apply research methods to assist with any projects or tasks; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Additional information

The Office of Oral Health will send an email providing information to the student before an interview with the following;

-Confirmation of scheduled interview

-Contact information of OOH escort

-Direction to DHMH

-Map of State Complex and Parking Information (information packet will be provided upon arrival).

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National Museum of Dentistry

31 South Greene Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

www.smile-experience.org

Areas Served  Local, National

Agency Goals & Objectives 

Mission Statement: The National Museum of Dentistry inspires people to make healthy choices about oral health by creating and sharing learning opportunities that celebrate the heritage and future of dentistry, the achievements of dental professionals and the importance of oral health in a healthy life.

We implement the mission through our on site, online and across the country programs

Onsite – over 13,000 visitors a year experience the museum exhibits, special events and group tours.  Over 6,000 school children ages 2 to 18 take part in educational programs.

Online – In 2004 we launched our MouthPower® online educational program aimed at children in grades 1-3.  Six stations teach good oral health habits, nutrition and tobacco use prevention.  The Spanish-language program launched in May 2007

Across the Country – The museum currently has 2 traveling exhibits and is in the process of creating a 4th to launch in 2008.  These exhibits visit museums and public spaces across the country to teach the history and future of dentistry and the power of a healthy smile. 

Exhibits currently traveling:

MouthPower®

Your Spitting Image

Dept. Goals & Objectives

The Education Department supports the mission of the museum by applying expertise in child development and educational theory to planning, implementing and evaluating all exhibits, programs, tours and promotional materials.

Criminal Background Check  NO

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Interns work with the public giving tours and at special events.  They will strengthen their skills in public speaking and relating to all ages.  Interns also help with marketing, fundraising and evaluating.  This provides interns with skills in project management and all aspects of crating successful public health programs

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Interns must be mature, organized and willing to work hard.  Not all assigned jobs will be glamorous but all need to be done.  We will train interns to speak with the public but we do require enthusiasm and interest in doing so.  Interns will have to relate to kids, adults, donors, teachers and University of Maryland administrators so flexibility and maturity are key.

Additional information

Parking can be a challenge on the university campus.  We provide passes to park in the Baltimore Grand Garage but all other parking is at the intern’s own expense.  The metro stop at Lexington Market is very close as is the University Center/Baltimore Street light rail stop.  We recommend taking advantage of public transportation when possible but cannot reimburse for fare. Public programs and outreach most often take place on weekends and interns may be required to attend.   A full internship would be a general museum internship that would cross all departments including education, development, marketing and curatorial.

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Oak Crest Retirement Community

8820 Walther Blvd.

Parkville, MD 21234

www.ericksoncommunities.com

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St. Joseph Medical Center/POWERED BY ME!

7601 Osler Drive

Irwin Center

Towson, MD 21204

www.poweredbymemd.com

Areas Served state of maryland

Agency Goals & Objectives

Powered by Me! is the states only anti steroid and performance enhancing substance education program.  Our goal is to reach out and educate and train young athletes from ages 8 - college on the dangers of Anabolic Steroids and Performance Enhancing substances. Powered by Me presents seminars, trainings, conferences and an inter active website to help achieve our educational goals. Powered by Me works with Cal Ripkens summer camp and the NCAA substance abuse program as well as with the State of Maryland department of education. Each spring we sponsor a large conference entitled "Playing safe, fair and sober" for area high school athletes and coaches.

Dept. Goals and Objectives

The Powered By Me! campaign goal is to educate Maryland middle and high school students through their parents, coaches, teachers and physicians about the side effects, dangers and alternatives to anabolic steroids and performance-enhancing supplements.

The campaign will educate Maryland’s communities with

• An educational Web site
• A telephone referral line for questions (410-337-1477)
• Production and placement of television public service announcements
• Youth targeted advertising
• Brochures and other collateral material
• Speakers bureaus and conference presentations
• A forum for surveys, research and dialogue among stakeholders in Maryland and throughout the country

Criminal Background Check  yes

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

An intern with Powered by Me will learn numerous skills in program development and implementation of our education programs and conference development. They will learn how to work with the media, to speak in front of large groups, develop a knowledge of substance abuse issues. An intern will also learn to educate young people of different ages and backgrounds on the important issues of drugs and sports.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

We are looking for an intern who is interested in working in the people business, who has concern and compassion for young people as well as adults. An intern with good organizational skills will help in the program development phase of Powered by Me as well as assist and implement activities and programs for small and large groups. The most important quality is that they care about kids.

Additional information

Additional responsibilities of the student required by the internship site include:

1 - Student agrees to comply with all of the Hospital's policies, procedures and standards for conduct, including but not limited to, those policies and procedures related to grooming and dress.

2 - If insurance coverage for the Students is not provided by the Sponsoring Institution, Student shall possess professional liability coverage in the amount of one million dollars/three million dollars which insurance shall cover all acts, omissions or commissions by the Student. Student further agrees to provide Hospital with a certificate evidencing such insurance upon request.

3 - Student agrees to undergo a general health examination before the clinical education rotation begins, including a TB skin test and chest x-rays where applicable and evidence of completion of a federally-compliant Hepatitis B vaccination Program. Student further agrees to provide a physician's statement regarding the status  of his/her health to Hospital upon request.

4 - Student understands and agrees that any and all injuries sustained while functioning in the formal role of Student may be treated by the Hospital in accordance with Hospital policy.  However, it is further understood that any and all charges resulting from this treatment remain the sole responsibility of the Student.

While nights and weekend are not a requirement, we do provide education programs at night and on the weekend. That would give a student the chance to attend these meetings but its not a requirement.

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The Arc of Baltimore, Inc.

7215 York Road

Baltimore, MD 21212

www.arcofbaltimore.org

Areas Served   Baltimore City and Baltimore County

Agency Goals and Objectives

To ensure that people with developmental disabilities have maximum opportunities to actively participate in all aspects of community life, and to offer programs
and services that support them in doing so.

Dept. Goals and Objectives

Day Program and Employment Services

• Provide one on one support for individuals
• Provide medical day care services
• Provide supported employment services to adults with developmental disabilities
• Provide case management services to adults with developmental disabilities

Community Living

• Provide training in skills for daily living
• Provide support in homes for people with developmental disabilities
• Finding opportunities for community involvement for people with developmental disabilities

 Background Check  yes

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

•  As a trainer
• Group leader
• Working one on one with an individual
• Researching a particular subject/concept
• Production of marketing materials
• Support with a workshop
• Etc.
• Etc.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

•  Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a diverse environment
• Good writing and speaking skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic judgment and decision making skills
• Good coaching and mentoring skills
• Caring and empathic individual
• Good listening skills
• Patience
• Etc.
• Etc.

Additional information

• Car is preferred
• May not be working at our headquarters in Towson – we have a number of scattered sites
• May need a copy of driving record
• Interview required

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The Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure

200 E. Joppa Rd. - Ste. 407

Towson, MD 21286

www.komenmd.org

Areas Served All counties in Maryland with the exception of Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties.

Agency Goals and Objectives

The promise of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures.

Dept. Goals and Objectives

The grants and education programs both represent the statewide outreach efforts of the Affiliate and are responsible for the activities that directly relate to the promise of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

The grants program strives to identify, support and fund innovative grant partners that offer a comprehensive range of breast health services, from screening and treatment to support services, across the State of Maryland. Our grant partners help overcome the cultural, social, educational and financial barriers that prevent people from receiving life saving treatment.

The education program in conjunction with the volunteer program provides educational material and programming across the state to breast health providers, breast cancer survivors and the community.

Criminal Background Check  no

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Interns will have the opportunity to work with the one of the largest affiliates in the Susan G. Komen for the Cure network, the global leader of the breast cancer movement. In addition, they will learn a great deal about breast cancer, one of the most common cancers in women, and its effect on the Maryland community.

Interns will participate in a variety of activities including:

• Developing and implementing breast cancer educational programming
• Providing support to annual grant process
• Facilitating purchase orders for Komen education material
• Assisting in conducting needs assessments
• Representing the organization in the community at health fairs, coalition meetings, etc.
• Providing staff support for special events
• Writing information and articles for web site and newsletters
• Assisting with recruiting new volunteers while strengthening and building upon existing relationships
• Assisting in building relationships with priority populations and in targeted areas in Maryland
• Assisting in state and federal breast cancer advocacy efforts
• Special projects

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

• Independent worker with demonstrated ability to work with others
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Organized
• Flexible
• Mature
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks
• Good computer skills; knowledge of Internet, MS Word and Excel and Power Point
• Creativity and capacity for initiating new ideas

Additional information

 We are a small staff working together to accomplish measurable outcomes. The office is located in the heart of Towson with ample, free parking. Intern responsibilities require some evening and weekend participation. A car may be needed for some activities.

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 Union Memorial Hospital, Cardiac Rehabilitation

201 E. University Parkway

 371 Baurenschmidt Bldg.

 Baltimore, MD 21218

www.unionmemorial.org

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 Upper Chesapeake HealthLink

 Swan Creek Village Center

 2027 Pulaski Highway - Suite 215

 Havre de Grace , MD 21078

www.UCHS.org

WellSpan Community Health Improvement (CHI)

1101 S. Edgar Street, Suite F

 York PA, 17403

www.wellspan.org

Areas served York and Adams counties, Pennsylvania

Agency Goals and Objectives

WellSpan Health is an integrated health system serving the greater Adams-York County region.  As a community-based, not-for-profit organization, WellSpan is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the people it serves.  WellSpan Health will assume a leadership role and develop partnerships with other organizations to:

• improve access to coordinated, high-quality, cost-effective and compassionate healthcare services;
• educate the healthcare providers of tomorrow;
• promote healthy lifestyles and life-long wellness; and
• make its local communities healthier, more desirable places to live, work and play.

Dept. Goals and Objectives

The mission of CHI is to provide leadership and resources to address health status by identifying the determining factors that influence lifestyle and healthcare issues.  The department serves as a link between the WellSpan Health and the community - assessing community health needs, building partnerships and programs to address those needs, and evaluating outcomes to determine program efficacy. 

CHI has developed a comprehensive, branded strategy to address childhood overweight.  This strategy is aligned with national recommendations and state objectives to address the behavioral and societal aspects of childhood overweight.  CHI focuses on implementing evidence-based prevention initiatives in response to in the following key areas:

• Community – Growing Healthy Communities (GHC)
• Early childhood sites – Growing Healthy Tots (GHT)
• Healthcare – Growing Healthy Lives (GHL)
• Schools – Growing Healthy Kids (GHK)

GHC Goal:  Promotion of community-based initiatives that foster lifetime physical activity.

GHT Goal:  Training of early childhood providers in curriculum that promotes healthy eating and physical activity. 

GHL Goal:  Educate healthcare community about Body Mass Index (BMI) screening and provide tools to promote healthy eating an physical activity among children.

GHK Goal:  Partner with schools to provide an environment that encourages healthful eating behaviors and regular physical activity. 

CHI also serves as the lead and fiduciary agency for the Safe Kids York County coalition and provides leadership for its BuckleUp child passenger safety program.  Safe Kids York County is one of more than 300 grassroots coalitions in 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico that bring together health and safety experts, educators, corporations, foundations, governments and volunteers to educate and protect families. 

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Both a Criminal Record check and a Child Abuse Clearance must be completed prior to beginning an internship with WellSpan Health (WellSpan will cover associated fees).

How the organization will improve the health education student’s skills and knowledge

Interns will be expected to function as a member of the staff; assisting in the implementation of departmental goals and objectives.  Possible skills/tasks performed by interns include:

• Collaboration with community partners to determine community health needs and to develop goals for meeting needs.
• Developing and presenting health education and promotion programs such as training workshops, school programs or community presentations.
• Preparing and distributing health education materials, including brochures, newsletters, and visual displays.
• Providing program information to the public by preparing and presenting press releases, and/or conducting media campaigns.
• Developing, preparing, and coordinating grant applications and grant-related activities to obtain funding for programs and related work.

Skills and qualifications required by intern at this location

Students should have an interest in promoting healthy eating and physical activity and/or childhood injury prevention. Preferred qualities/skills CHI seeks in an intern include:

• Highly motivated, self-directed and creative
• Comfortable leading and directing groups of people
• Ability to access and apply evidence-based research in the field of health education
• Program planning and material development
• Computer skills

Additional information

All unpaid student interns (high school or college level) must also follow all WellSpan confidentiality, safety and security policies and procedures.  For this reason, interns must complete several steps established and coordinated by the Volunteer Services Department.  In addition to the criminal and child abuse clearances, documents which must be completed include: (see sample packet)

• Unpaid Intern Application
• Statement of Eligibility (completed by in instructor or advisor)
• Code of Conduct
• Acknowledgement of Receipt of Internship Handbook
• Competency Review (read 28 page document about policies and procedures, complete self-paced quiz using document and meet with a representative from Volunteer Services to review answers)
• Health Screening Form

Health screenings are also required and are provided at no charge to the student.  The screening is brief and includes a review of the health history form and your immunizations, and if necessary, two tuberculosis skin tests (PPD).  The results of these tests may be read after your placement.

Interns will also participate in a WellSpan Health employee orientation.  This orientation will provide the intern with valuable background information needed to complete internship reports.

During the full time (40 hour per week) internship with Community Health Improvement, occasional weeknight and/or Saturday programs may be scheduled that require intern participation.  However, the intern will have the ability to adjust his/her work schedule to accommodate these programs. 

*Please note:  Students interested in pursuing an internship with WellSpan CHI should first contact one of the agency representatives via email or by phone.  The “Volunteer Services Unpaid Intern/Student Manual” and accompanying documents will be mailed to the student; and every effort will be made to coordinate all appointments at WellSpan.

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 Y of Central Maryland, Baltimore                

County Head Start

4375 Ebenezer Road  Suite - E

Baltimore, MD 21236

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 Y of Central Maryland

600 West Chesapeake Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

www.ymaryland.org

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Department of Health Science
Burdick Hall, Room 141

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Phone: 410-704-2637
Fax: 410-704-4670