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Internships

Internships are a great way to get hands-on experience. Find currently open internship opportunities here!

 

CSUB PUBLIC HEALTH PIPELINE INTERNSHIP 

About the internship: 

This is a paid internship for CSUB students with a passion for serving and reducing health disparities negatively affecting Kern County residents. Students will be directly involved in implementing public health interventions, research and learning about public health. Kern County Public Health offers 1 paid internship placement opportunity for the Tobacco Prevention Program. Students can complete a maximum of 166 hours, compensated at $16 per hour. 

For more information: Jasmene del Aguila, delgauilaja@kerncounty.com 661-868-0353 

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS AUGUST 19 - SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 

Internship Requirements: 

• Must be a current full time enrolled student pursuing a public health degree
• Able to complete hours by December 6, 2024
• Adhere to CSUB and KCPH internship standards and expectations
• Send one (1) letter of recommendation and a copy of an unofficial transcript to Jasmene del Aguila at delaguilaja@kerncounty.com
• Upon hire, must proof eligibility to work in the U.S. 

Common Internship Tasks: 

• Assist in community meetings
• Research local and statewide policies
• Collaborate in creating of infographics, factsheets, brochures • Create or adapt social media posts
• Assist in tracking measures identified by the program
• Participate in community education events
• Participate in data collection evaluation 

Application Deadline 

Submit only one application per student and have all required documents e-mailed to Jasmene del Aguila at delaguilaja@kerncounty.com by September 7, 2024 at 11:59 PM. 

Kern County Public Health Dept. 1800 Mt Vernon Ave Bakersfield, CA 93306 www.kernpublichealth.com 

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Jobs

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NSME K-12 and Community College Peer Mentor

 

Overview: The CSUB HSI-STEM Project Proposal is looking for student mentors to increase retention and success in K-12 & Community Colleges. The K-12 & Community College Peer Mentors program focuses on the retention of underrepresented, low socioeconomic students in STEM. NSME Outreach's intentions are to increase recruitment and transfer rates and produce highly skilled STEM candidates to meet California's workforce needs. Under the supervision of the NSME Outreach and Community College Coordinator, NSME K-12 and Community College Peer Mentors' roles will require attending community events, such as trade fairs, career expos, as well as partake in high school STEM related events to strengthen commitments to CSUB enrollment.

 

TIMING OF PLACEMENTS: 10-20 hours a week TBD
How To Apply: Through Handshake Only

Pay Rate: $15.50 an hour

Duration: Temporary / Seasonal

Required Qualifications:

  • Be able to communicate and interact positively and effectively with staff, faculty, and students

  • Possess sound judgment and strong organizational skills

  • High achievement in gateway STEM courses

  • Desire to help students succeed

  • Awareness and sensitivity to individual learning styles and needs

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  • Be a current CSUB student enrolled full time with a minimum of 12 units per semester

  • Maintain the minimum term GPA of 3.0 or higher

  • Must be able to pass a background check

• Upholds confidentiality agreement at all times

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience mentoring other students.

  • Experience working with underserved populations.

  • Experience working in higher education or in any education setting.

  • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

• Experience with Zoom

Public health peer mentor

Other opportunities

Participate in a study!

What do we know about physical activity and vascular function among young adults in Kern County? 

You are invited to participate in a study to learn about physical activity and vascular function among young adults in Kern County!

Eligible participants are:

  • Age: 18-25 years old
  • Kern County residents

The study includes:

  • Part 1: Complete an online questionnaire on your physical activity
  • Part 2 (Optional): Vascular function measurement at a CSUB lab (in person)
  • You can choose to participate in Part 1 only or both parts of the study

Up to $30 (Part 1: $10, Part 2: $20) In appreciation of your time, you will receive cash rewards.

Contact

Please direct any questions to Dr. Jahyun Kim (jkim7@csub.edu) All inquiries will be confidential.

 

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