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Emerson Collective · 2 months ago

Summer Intern, Philanthropy: Global Health

Palo Alto, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$25/hr - $25/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Emerson Collective is a company of investors and changemakers committed to making a positive impact in the world. They are seeking a Global Health intern to support their Philanthropy team in enhancing access to healthcare for underserved populations, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, through research, data analysis, and collaboration with nonprofit partners.

Customer ServiceNon ProfitSocial

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Support the organization of events that provide technical support in digital health to global health partners

Conduct research across a variety of topics, leveraging online resources, reports, webinars, and learning sessions, and more

Prepare written materials that support various initiatives

Participate in meetings that advance our understanding of issues and/or the work of nonprofit partners

Assist in data collection, analysis, and/or visualization to support team objectives

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Global health knowledgeResearch skillsData analysisProject managementCommunication skillsCuriosity about technologyCollaborationAttention to detail

Required

Rising undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior, preferably pursuing coursework in global health

Demonstrated interest and understanding of global health issues and the social and economic determinants of health inequities

Analytical and research skills, including the ability to assess data quality, gather and synthesize relevant data into actionable insights and/or recommendations

Strong organizational and project management abilities - able to balance multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences and distill complex topics clearly and persuasively

Generous and resourceful collaborator, supporting teammates and colleagues as needed

Excited to gain a deeper understanding and experience of a variety of health topics and to advance their learning in global health in a collaborative environment