Career Ambassador Positions for SPHHS Undergraduates

Type of Position:  Unpaid Internship For Credit only 
You must be available for the entire academic year; one semester is not an option. 
The university credits earned will be 3 general credits per semester, totaling 6 general credits for the year (not departmental credit).  

Description
As a Career Ambassador, your primary responsibilities will be to hold approximately 8 office hours per week in Arnold room 136. During office hours, you will provide advice and critiques for your peers on documents such as resumes and cover letters, personal statements for graduate school, job search resources (both web and hard copies) and be able to answer general career advice questions. Expectations will also include knowledge of LinkedIn and other forms of social media/networking. 

Eligibility
●    Commitment for January 2020 – December 2020. Do not apply if you are only available for one semester.
●    Rising Junior or Senior undergraduates preferred; rising Sophomore students will be considered
●    Must be majoring in one of the following SPHHS areas: Nutrition, Communication Disorders, Kinesiology, Public Health

Benefits
●    Gain valuable skills in one-on-one advising, leadership, interpersonal communication, and teamwork
●    Receive extensive training in resume, personal statements, and cover letter writing
●    Learn how to provide constructive feedback both in-person and electronically
●    Tangibly give back to community by helping fellow peers learn about job search resources, websites and additional resources
●    Obtain an internship that elevates practical counseling skills, ability to work collaboratively, as well as emphasizing attention to detail

Main Duties
●   Deliver constructive criticism in a positive manner on a walk-in basis to both undergrad and graduate students seeking assistance
●    Provide instruction, feedback, and editing for resumes, cover letters, and personal statements
●    Provide guidance to students on finding internships and jobs, networking tips, and other career-related concerns
●    Assist with career fairs behind the scenes; represent the department at open houses or tabling events
●    Present classroom presentations or workshops that center around your department or program
●    Attend weekly staff meetings and all on-going training/professional development sessions
●    Perform other office duties as assigned such as data entry or creating handouts for office use

Requirements
●    Willingness and ability to work supportively and effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and identities which includes but is not limited to: race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sex, gender identity & expression, religion, sexual orientation and age
●    Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to be supportive and non-judgmental
●    Enthusiasm and motivation surrounding career topics
●    Ability to represent SPHHS Career Planning in an approachable and informative way
●    Able to work with minimal supervision and be flexible with your schedule
●    Excellent attention to detail and strong command of English language
●    Substantial customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications
●    Previous internship, volunteer, event planning, or extracurricular experience
●    Previous mentoring, coaching, one-on-one tutoring or counseling/advising experience
●    Editing or writing experience

To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing how your previous experience and/or transferable skills have prepared you for this position. Be sure to include your motivation for becoming a Career Ambassador and how it will help you in your future endeavors. Send materials electronically to careerambassadors@umass.edu or drop it off in person during walk-in hours. If you have any particular questions feel free to contact one of the current Career Ambassador Peer Advisors in Arnold 136 (previously Arnold 119).  

Due Date:
All applications are due on Monday December 2nd, 2019. 
Interviews will be scheduled the week of December 2nd, 2019. All candidates will be notified of their 
application status by December 13th, 2019. 

The Department of Biomedical Health Sciences within the College of Nursing and Health Sciences at the University of Vermont seeks an applicant for a full-time, nine-month non-tenure track position in the area of Health Sciences. We invite applications at the rank of lecturer. This 9-month position begins in the Fall of 2020. This undergraduate program, currently an applicant for accreditation by the Council on Education for Public Health, prepares students for careers in health-related fields through a core curriculum that integrates social, behavioral and analytic areas of public health and health sciences. There are abundant opportunities for inter-professional collaborations with the Vermont Department of Health, the University of Vermont Medical Center, The University of Vermont Health Network, the Vermont Cancer Center, the UVM College of Medicine, and the College of Arts and Sciences.
 

The successful candidate will be committed to health equity and excellence in undergraduate teaching and employ innovative and inclusive practices in the classroom. Candidates with an interest and/or experience in service-learning and community partnership development, Global Health and Epidemiology are highly desirable.

Responsibilities The successful candidate will assume a range of responsibilities that include:
Teaching and advising in the undergraduate Health Sciences program

Supervision of undergraduate students in service-learning and internship settings

Collaborating with Department of Biomedical and Health Sciences faculty and staff in program development, scholarship and service

Collaborate and engage in department governance as well as service and outreach activities at the college, university, regional, state, national and international levels.

Qualifications:

 Advanced degree and expertise in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion or related field

A terminal degree is preferred; however, individuals with a Master’s degree and relevant experience will also be considered

Successful experience in teaching at the college/university level

Demonstrated commitment to diversity and social justice and experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations

Strong collegial, communication, and collaborative teamwork skills

Application Process:
Priority consideration will be given to applications received by November 15th

Apply: https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/38034
 

Earthjustice is the nation’s premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.  

Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring talented and dedicated staff who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with fifteen offices across the U.S.  

The Research and Policy Analyst supports the CA Regional Office’s programmatic focus on air pollution and clean energy issues in California by: developing the factual basis for lawsuits, writing and editing comment letters and other advocacy documents, representing Earthjustice in advocacy work with government decision makers, and developing and maintaining relationships with clients and other partners.  

The individual will report to Adrian Martinez and will work in close coordination with the  team in California working on clean air and clean energy issues. This position is located in Los Angeles, CA. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Advocacy (60 percent)  

• Draft comment letters and present public comments and testimony at agency hearings.
• Develop relationships with regional, state, and federal agencies and engage in advocacy to promote priorities of clean air and zero-emissions.
• Prepare advocacy materials such as fact sheets, letters, action alerts, blogs, and other educational materials.
• Work with our communications team on media outreach efforts.
• Provide support for client coalitions by participating in committee groups, attending conferences, and tracking political and regulatory developments. 
• Track environmental news throughout the region and identify issues in which Earthjustice should engage. 
• Work with existing partners and clients, and cultivate new allies, partnerships, and coalitions, focusing on groups from diverse and/or underserved communities.
• In coordination with the California Policy Advocate, develop and implement legislative and administrative advocacy strategies to advance our positions on environmental issues. 
• Monitor developments in programmatic priorities by tracking and analyzing legislation and policy initiatives relating to assigned issues.
• Serve as spokesperson for Earthjustice on assigned issues.

Litigation Support (40 percent)  

• Conduct preliminary case inquiries and investigate potential new cases, including preparing factual research, analysis and organization of relevant information, and a written report. 
• Conduct factual research to support all stages of litigation. 
• Draft case-related documents, including factual portions of pleadings, client and expert declarations, and formal requests to agencies for public records.
• Review and interpret regulations, environmental planning documents, technical support documents and other factual and technical information to support legal strategies. 
• Produce multi-media materials (including GIS mapping) for case development and litigation.
• Proofread pleadings.
• Supervise projects and other efforts performed on assigned issues by litigation assistants, contractors or others. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least two years of professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Applied Sciences, Public Health, Urban Planning, Environmental Sciences, or Engineering, with Master’s preferred. 
• Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills, including the ability to quickly understand complex scientific issues and communicate this knowledge to attorneys, staff and media. 
• Experience with scientific or technical issues related to land use, the electric sector, climate, energy, clean air policy and/or environmental justice issues preferred, but not required.
• Experience working with communities, and proven ability to work in coalitions and with allies. 
• Detail oriented, with good organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and ARC GIS. 
• Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. 
• Demonstrated commitment to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.

We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.  

Salary is based on experience and location.
Salary range in Los Angeles, CA: $64,300 - $71,400

To apply click here.

Using the Jobvite application tool, please submit:  

• Resume
• One- or two-page cover letter that addresses: (1) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; (2) what your experience and skills you would bring to this position; and (3) aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues.
• Writing sample, preferable 4-5 pages that reflects your work.
• List of three references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

Please, no phone calls, hard copies, or drop-ins. If you're having technical difficulties submitting your application, reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org 

High-impact tech jobs for smart leaders. Implementing software that saves lives. As a Project Manager, you'll help customers implement our software, which today impacts the lives of 75% of Americans and 250 million patients around the world.

Traveling to national and international healthcare organizations, you'll apply your intelligence and leadership skills to collaborate with customer teams and colleagues, design intuitive systems, and own the success of newcomers to the Epic community.

You'll have a high level of responsibility from the outset, and we'll give you autonomy to make important decisions and provide support and guidance along the way. No software experience required. We'll teach you what you need to know; just bring your brain, your curiosity, and your drive.

Manage projects at the most innovative health systems on the planet. All the Top 20 health systems in the U.S. News and World Report are Epic customers. Our community includes major systems like the Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic, and Kaiser Permanente, as well as leading academic medical centers at the University of Wisconsin, University of Michigan, University of California, University of Texas, The Ohio State University, and many more.

Work in your own office, eat delicious food, and travel the world. We don't believe in cubicles. (Well, we believe they exist, but...) You will work in an individual office that will heighten your ability to get stuff done. For lunch, visit King's Cross or Cassiopeia for a wide array of meal options, or go to one of our smaller, themed bistros, feature wood-rotisserie, pan-Asian, and Latin-inspired cuisine. All meals are restaurant-quality but cost only a few dollars, and they're prepared by a culinary team comprised of kitchen talent from restaurants around the country. And, after five years here, you'll earn a four-week sabbatical anywhere in the world. Staff have kayaked in Patagonia, attended a Beyoncé concert in Ireland, built a library in Tanzania, and run a marathon in Antarctica. Live affordably in a city known for its rising tech talent.

Epic is located just outside Madison, Wisconsin the second fastest growing market for tech talent in the United States and home to the state capital and the University of Wisconsin. Madison, a city surrounded by water, has received accolades for being the greenest city in America (NerdWallet), the best city of renters (SmartAsset), and the fittest city in America (Fitbit), and it has the highest concentration of millennial talent in the country (Inc.). 

We offer comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career, and your merit-based compensation will reflect the impact your work has on the company and our customers. You'll also be eligible for annual raises and bonuses, as well as stock grants, which give you an even greater stake in the success of Epic and our customers. Epic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (W/M/Vets/Disability) employer. Please see our full non-discrimination statement at https://careers.epic.com/EEO.

Requirements - Bachelor's degree or greater (any major) - A history of academic and professional success - Willingness to travel 50-75% - Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship - Software experience is not required; we'll train you to be an expert -

Relocation to the Madison, WI area (reimbursed)  

Apply: http://epic.avature.net/Careers/FolderDetail/Verona-Wisconsin-United-States-Project-Manager/738 

*THIS POSITION WILL SERVE AS CLIMATE JUSTICE POLICY ASSOCIATE*

Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Sustainability, the Climate Justice Policy Associate is responsible for working with frontline communities to advance collective goals and strategies that help Providence become a more just and climate resilient city. Providence’s frontline communities are communities of color most impacted by the crises of ecology, economy and democracy, including the Indigenous, African-American, Black, Latinx, and Southeast Asian communities in Providence. There is particular emphasis on people of color who are refugees and immigrants, people with criminal records, those who speak languages other than English, and LGBTQ.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Oversee the implementation of the Climate Justice Plan including developing and implementing new policies and programs.

2. Develops metrics and/or tracking system for monitoring implementation progress of the Climate Justice Plan.

3. Manage the Equity in Sustainability initiative to help center racial equity in the City’s sustainability agenda.

4. Support and participate in the Administration’s efforts to ensure equity is centered in decision-making across City government.

5. Serve as a liaison and represent the City with the Racial and Environmental Justice Committee. This will require attending evening and weekend meetings.

6. Build and manage relationships with other frontline community organizations.

7. Engage in continued education and learning around the history of environmental justice in Providence.

8. Help build capacity with and support frontline communities, communities of color and/or low income communities via strategy coaching, leadership development, organizing trainings, grant writing and other needs as determined by community members. 

9. Create content for communications, including website, social media and blog posts.

10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of two years’ experience in community organizing, particularly relating to anti-racism; Or any combination of experience and education that is substantially equivalent to the above requirements.

2. Commitment to improving environmental justice in Providence.

3. Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of the intersections between the climate movement, labor, racial justice, reproductive justice, gender justice, and other movements for social justice.

4. Bilingual in Spanish and English.

5. Experience with program management including program design, implementation, evaluation, and tracking.

6. Ability to present on findings, policies, or recommendations to stakeholders and city staff.

7. Demonstrates sensitivity, tact, and sound professionalism judgment.

8. Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Desired Qualifications

1. Strong training and facilitation skills.

2. Knowledgeable of network theory and/or decentralized movement-building.

3. Ability to effectively build social networks and facilitate connections between government and underrepresented groups.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Please send resume and a cover letter which clearly articulates your interest and qualifications for the position. Place “ Sustainability Policy Associate” in the subject line and send electronic submissions to jobs@providenceri.gov.

Journey Forward, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to bettering the lives of those living with spinal cord injuries is seeking a highly qualified Kinesiology undergraduate to work as an intern in their Canton, MA headquarters. This internship will provide students with an environment to understand the positive role of exercise therapy in preventative care, rehabilitation and independence for those who have suffered a spinal cord injury and other neurological disabilities. The intern will:

• Have a basic introduction to “Activity Based Therapies,” Locomotor Training, and issues associated with spinal cord injuries and neurological disabilities.
• Be trained in proper safety procedures for spotting and transferring clients
• Understanding specific advanced therapy equipment operations and benefits
• Learn to work with a variety of different neurological clientele on specific exercise routines.
• Assist working with clients under the close supervision of a full-time specialist.

Because Journey Forward is focused on providing the most advanced care possible, medical research is crucial for advancing paralysis recovery. It’s partnership with the Cristopher and Dana Reeve NeuroRecovery Network allows data sharing from its training sessions with medical researchers studying paralysis and working to make rehabilitation techniques more effective.

Application Process
Applications for each of the Spring 2020 Boston Internship Opportunities will be on a rolling basis, however the steps to apply will not change. Therefore, applicants who apply early and quickly will have a better chance of securing positions.

Step 1.
Attend an info session, or learn about our opportunities on our website.

Step 2.
Submit a resume and cover letter for the specific internship you are interested in applying for to Aimee Gilbert Loinaz, SPHHS Assistant Director for Employer Engagement at aimeegl@umass.edu

Step 3.
Schedule a compatibility pre-screening interview with the SPHHS Office of Career Planning to discuss:
• Amount and type of credits and faculty advisor selection
• Match your interest with the opportunity and confirm your availability
• Discuss housing and provide information on logistics
• Understand program requirements and answer questions
To schedule an interview, email your availability to meet for a 30-minute interview to: Aimee Gilbert Loinaz. This can be accomplished at the same time you upload your resume and cover letter.

Step 4.
Once you have completed steps 1-3, your application will be forwarded directly to the Boston Internship that you have applied to and students selected by the employer will complete a second interview with that organization.

Primary Work Location: 100 Venture Way, Suite 5, Hadley, MA  01035
 

Normal Work Schedule:
This is a part-time position (10-20 hours/week) for the 2019-2020 academic year with opportunity for work over the 2019-2020 winter break.

Job Summary:
The Applied Research and Program Evaluation (ARPE) business unit within the UMass Donahue Institute (UMDI) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Student Research Assistant. Student Research Assistants work under the direction of UMDI research professionals. They support the work of UMDI through quantitative and qualitative research and analysis, creating data visualizations, performing literature reviews, assisting with surveys, and other research tasks as needed.  Depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant, the position may entail writing duties and some independent project tasks. Student Research Assistants may be able to receive academic credit through their academic departments for their work at the UMass Donahue Institute.

Essential Functions:
Assist with data collection (surveys, key informant interviews, focus groups) and literature reviews.
Perform data entry, data cleaning, and quality assurance tasks; assist with basic quantitative and qualitative analysis;
Prepare charts and tables; assist with writing memoranda and sections of reports.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience):
Current status as an undergraduate student;
Demonstrated proficiency in professional office software, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
Demonstrated ability to develop charts and tables;
Interest in gaining experience working with data.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience):
Completion of a statistics course and/or research methods course, with an introduction to statistical software such as Stata, SPSS, or SAS.
Unit-specific Minimum qualifications
Major in Education, Sociology, Public Health, Public Policy, Psychology or related disciplines.
Interest in gaining experience working with data
Unit-specific Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with other specialized tools such as Qualtrics, NVivo, or Tableau.

Working Conditions:
Multiple hours in stationary position, using office equipment and computers, attending meetings, working closely and collaboratively with others.
This position requires strong attention to detail, high levels of accuracy and organization, and the necessity to meet deadlines.
Environment is a busy, open office area with multiple interruptions and requests for assistance.
The physical/mental demands and work environment factors described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Details:
This position is funded by grants and/or contracts, and is contingent upon funding;
Potential candidates will not be contacted for interviews until after the posting closes;
Any job offer within the President's Office is specifically conditioned upon the potential candidate consenting to and successfully completing a background review;
Pay rate $14.00/hour.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and list of three (3) references to aavigliano@donahue.umassp.edu

About ARPE
The Institute’s Applied Research and Program Evaluation unit (ARPE). ARPE provides research services to a broad client base in the education, community health, and human services sectors. Our research blends quantitative and qualitative methods to deliver findings that help our clients determine needs, assess outcomes, and identify opportunities for improvement.