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American Lung Association · 5 months ago

Advocacy Intern

United States

Internship

Remote

Intern

The American Lung Association is dedicated to improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education, and advocacy. The Advocacy Intern will assist the team in executing Lung Mind Alliance activities and gain experience in systems change and public policy.

AssociationHealth CareNon Profit

Responsibilities

Assist in building support for commercial tobacco free policies and integration of tobacco treatment into mental health and substance use treatment systems

Develop professional educational materials, communications, events

Gather and analyze data, disseminate findings

Assist with grant writing and reporting

Networking and relationship-building with existing and potential partners

Qualification

Microsoft Office proficiencyWriting skillsAttention to detailNetworking skillsEnthusiasmWillingness to learnMature communication skillsWork independentlyReliability

Required

This position is fitting for undergraduate and graduate students in mental health or substance use fields, public health, social work, sociology and social justice, nursing or aligned programs

Must be eligible to receive college credit for internship

Qualified candidates are enthusiastic and reliable

Qualified candidates possess strong writing skills, give attention to detail, and have a keen interest in the mission of the American Lung Association

Qualified candidates have a demonstrated willingness to learn, ability to work independently, and mature communication skills

Computer Proficiency – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher

Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke-free workplace; all interns and volunteers must abstain from tobacco use in any form, including vaping

Before an unpaid internship begins, documentation from an accredited college or university will be required stating that this internship opportunity is eligible for course credit or fulfills an internship graduation requirement