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The University of Arizona’s Asthma & Airway Disease Research Center (A2DRC) is inviting students with experience in public health, school health, and/or research to apply for the School Health Resource Diversity Specialist to develop content for the School Health Resource Website serving families in Pima County. The A2DRC is an interdisciplinary Center of Excellence at the University of Arizona College of Health Sciences dedicated to research, clinical care, medical education, and community service in both adult and pediatric pulmonary medicine.

Project Background: Pima County has 241 non-charter public schools in 17 school districts and 100 charter and private schools. An estimated 20% of children live in poverty in Pima County (Pima County Prosperity Initiative, 2023). Schools often serve as a hub connecting families to health, housing, nutrition, economic assistance, childcare, and other resources. The goal of this project is to work with a team of interns to develop the content for the School Health Resource Website for families in Pima County which will provide a central hub for families to connect with resources in Pima County. Internship

Project Title: School Health Diversity Specialist (2 positions opened)

When: Spring 2024

Internship Description

The School Health Diversity Specialist intern will work with a team of student interns and the site preceptor to lead the compilation of resources in Pima County that address health, housing, nutrition, economic assistance, childcare, and other resources. 

The intern will be responsible for identifying resources specifically serving Pima County’s Native American/American Indian, Spanish-Speaking, and/ or LGBTQ students and families. The intern will be responsible for communicating with organizations to understand the role and unique population the organization serves, the services the organization provides, and steps families should take to access the organization’s services.

Tasks include 1. research organizations serving Pima County’s Native American/American Indian, Spanish-Speaking, and/ or LGBTQ students and families; 2. communicate with organizations to understand requirements for families to access services; and 3. collaborate with the School Health Resource Website Developer Intern to provide Spanish translation support (if applicable).

The School Health Diversity Specialist Intern must demonstrate strong cultural competency, excellent organization, time management, and communication skills (both written and verbal), and professionalism. Spanish speaker and familiarity with resources serving families in Pima County is desired.

Application Process: Send resume to Emily Waldron, Community Outreach Professional, at ewaldron@arizona.edu .

Interested in credit? Check to see if this internship is eligible for credit through your major or minor. You view the internship coordinator for your major here: https://sbs.arizona.edu/careers-internships or reach out to your academic advisor. And if you don’t qualify through your major or minor, this internship is eligible for SBS 393 credit! To apply SBS 393 after securing an internship position, complete the application here: https://sbs.arizona.edu/internships/sbs-393 The internship is 3 credit hours. (135 hours)

Program Overview: What is the Critical Languages Program? The Critical Languages Program is an academic program that provides foreign language courses for less commonly taught languages. Classes are offered in small group sessions taught by an instructional team with a tutor and an examiner. Current languages offered can be found at https://clp.arizona.edu/ and more can be offered on demand. Position Overview: The Critical Languages Program Marketing Student Intern will play a vital role in promoting our Critical Languages Program (CLP) at the University of Arizona. This program is a gem and one of the best kept secrets of the university. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in marketing while contributing to the growth and success of our language program. Student earns three credits during the internship for 120 hours.

Key Responsibilities:

 1. Learn with New Mentors: Met regularly with Critical Languages Program Co-Directors and staff to learn and understand CLP program initiatives and goals for marketing strategies. Receive frequent feedback on work and progress.

2. Content Creation: Develop engaging and creative content for various marketing channels, including social media, blog posts, and email campaigns, to raise awareness of the Critical Languages Program.Social Media Management: Manage and curate content for our program's social media accounts. Plan and execute social media campaigns to increase program visibility and engagement. Identify new social media outlets.

3. Market Research: Conduct research on target demographics to identify opportunities for program expansion and improvement. Preference for low-cost, maximum impact strategies.

4. Event Promotion: Assist in organizing and promoting local events related to the CLP, such as language workshops, cultural events, and information sessions.

5. Graphic Design:Create visually appealing promotional materials using graphic design tools or software.

6. Collaboration:Collaborate with program coordinators and faculty to gather information and insights to inform marketing strategies.

7. Planning: Create an action plan for the future marketing initiatives with an annual timeline. Intern must be a self-starter but we will guide and support you every step of the way. Ideally at least two hours per week will be spent working in the CLP office, which is in Babcock Hall, Suite 3312, 1717 E. Speedway Blvd.

Benefits: - Hands-on experience in marketing for a unique academic program. - Opportunity to build a portfolio of marketing materials and campaigns. - Networking opportunities with program coordinators, faculty, and industry professionals. - Insights into the world of higher education and language education. - Potential for future recommendations and references. - Enrollment in internship credit (such as PAH 493, or your major’s/minor’s internship course).

Qualifications: - Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at the University of Arizona, majoring/minoring in Humanities, marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field. - Creative mindset and the ability to think outside the box. - Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation. - Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) preferred but not required. - Enthusiasm for languages and cultural diversity is a plus. - Self-motivated and willing to ask for help when direction is needed.

 How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply via Handshake and submit their resume, a brief letter sharing their interest in the position and relevant skills, and the name and email of one recent professional reference (e.g. supervisors, professors, or professional mentors are acceptable).