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School of Urban Studies Internship Opportunity with the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department

Position: Environmental Public Health Policy Research Assistant

Start Date: 10/14/2024

Application Deadline: 10/02/2024

Non-Paid Internship

 

The Environmental Public Health (EPH) Policy and Legislative Program seeks an intern to help support the development of a division-wide policy agenda. You’ll help connect existing research with various policy initiatives, organize policy documentation and communications plans, and provide copy writing support to the program. If you’re interested in a career in environmental and/or social policy, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with and learn from a team with deep experience in regulatory work and policy development.

Some of what you’ll do:

  • Collect documentation:

    • Schedule interviews with program managers and subject matter experts. 

    • Help inventory documentation for policy initiatives across the division.

  • Communications:

    • Reference existing communications plans to develop policy statements. 

    • Support development of a comprehensive EPH Policy and Legislative Agenda and Communications Plan.

What you bring to the table:

  • Organized and detail-oriented, with an eye for nuance.

  • Communicates effectively, with professionalism, diplomacy, and tact.

  • Strong ability to provide thematic analysis and use plain language to synthesize research. 

  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn about environmental justice and health equity. 

Desired:

  • Experience with SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook Calendars.

  • Understanding of levels of government and collaborative governance.

  • Interest in environmental public health connection with urban planning and community development. 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled as an Undergraduate in a Major within the School of Urban Studies

Requested:

  • Start October 14th or 28th.  

  • Work remotely 5 to 10 hours per week.

  • 2-3 hours of availability during regular office hours. 

  • Can be a 1-2 quarter commitment.