Annual Events Internship

About the Role

The Annual Events Internship at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta allows interns to gain hands-on experience related to their field of study by working on meaningful projects alongside Children’s professionals. This program offers opportunities to explore career paths and potentially apply for full-time positions upon successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and implements projects as assigned, which could include events, activities, programs, or research studies.
• Creates and carries out a cohesive plan for each assigned project.
• Establishes and maintains contact with all appropriate individuals to ensure that the plan is implemented in the best interest of the organization.
• Executes administrative and operational tasks for assigned projects.
• Supports and participates in the continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of services provided and projects produced.
• Understands and complies with infection control, safety, and OSHA procedures and regulations, while meeting all in-service requirements as outlined per policy.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook) or other applications as required.
• Must provide reliable transportation, if applicable to internship.

Qualifications

Clinical Focus

• College student with at least two years in a health sciences related program, such as pre-med, nursing, biomedical engineering, biology, chemistry, or statistics, or post-graduate student working toward a Master’s of Science in public health or medical degree.
• Knowledge of medical terminology useful.
• Knowledge of basic statistical software useful.

Non-Clinical Focus

• College or graduate student currently working toward a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration or other related field, required.

General Qualifications

• Organized, detail-oriented; Able to prioritize time-sensitive assignments.
• Creative and flexible; Able to adapt to change.
• Self-starter; Able to make decisions independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Able to work well with diverse groups, comfortable interacting with all levels.
• Able to represent Children’s in a mature and professional manner.
• Willing to work long hours that could include evenings and weekends, if applicable to internship.
• Able to travel throughout expanded metro Atlanta area.
• Research experience necessary either through previous internship, work experience, or coursework.
• Practical knowledge about the conduct of research principals required.

No professional certifications required.