Job Description
This is a paid internship designed specifically for students who are currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program. Candidates who have already completed their bachelor's degree or are enrolled in a master's program will not be considered.
Outstanding internship opportunities exist in the Cedars-Sinai Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE) to gain experience in health policy, LGBTQ+ health equity, and community organizing . This position will be placed with the Quit Alliance team , which aims to reduce tobacco-related health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities of Los Angeles County by providing tobacco cessation and prevention community programming.
Pay Rate: $24/hour
We can only consider applicants who will be able to commute to our Los Angeles work location a few times per week. If hired you must reside in the commutable area.
Schedule: Part-time (10-20 hours per week).
Combination of onsite work and community-based activities in Los Angeles County
Duration: Approximately 5 months / 200 total hours
About the Program
Outstanding internship opportunities are available at the Cedars-Sinai Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE) for students interested in health policy, LGBTQ+ health equity, and community organizing .
This internship supports the Quit Alliance initiative , which aims to reduce tobacco-related health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities across Los Angeles County through community programming focused on tobacco cessation and prevention.
Role Summary & Learning Objectives
This internship offers hands-on experience in public health research, community engagement, and policy analysis. Interns will have the opportunity to:
Conduct policy reviews , assist in policy implementation planning , and support data collection through observational studies, key informant interviews, and public surveys.
Participate in local LGBTQ+ events and advocacy day activities within Los Angeles County and at the state capital.
Receive training in:
Study and survey design
Health education and outreach writing
Community event planning
Resource development
Community organizing
Presentation and communication skills
Role Activities & Timeline
The internship is structured to provide a progressive learning experience over five months with mentorship, guided skill development, and increasing independence.
Months 1-2:
Orientation, mentoring plan, and goal setting
Training on community engagement, policy research, and grant deliverables
Begin on-site community activities
Months 2-3:
Increased community involvement
Networking with internal and external community partners
Attend community events and city council meetings
Develop and practice public health education and outreach skills
Months 4-5:
Active participation in community events and outreach
Continued mentorship and skill refinement
Deepened understanding of barriers and disparities affecting underrepresented communities
Interns will meet weekly with their mentor and participate in at least one in-person community activity per month.
Progress will be evaluated through completion of learning objectives, demonstration of skill growth, and increased independence throughout the internship.
Qualifications
This is a paid internship designed specifically for students who are currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program. Candidates who have already completed their bachelor's degree or are enrolled in a master's program will not be considered.
Education & Experience Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
Must reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities while conducting all activities related to the intern or visitor appointment.
Desired Skills:
Current undergraduate or graduate student in Public Health , Health Policy , Community Health , or related field
Strong interest in LGBTQ+ health , community engagement , and policy advocacy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and engage with diverse populations
Req ID : 12839
Working Title : Research Intern - Health Equity (Per Diem/Onsite)
Department : Cancer - Research Center Health Equity
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Student/Intern/Trainee
Job Specialty : Intern
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $24 - $26.3
Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.