Job Summary

PolicyLab at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is seeking a paid student intern with administrative interests to join our team this fall. PolicyLab is a research center within CHOP's Research Institute that aims to achieve optimal child health and well-being by informing program and policy changes through interdisciplinary research. 

This position will contribute to advancing PolicyLab's mission by providing extensive assistance in prioritizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) throughout all center endeavors and foster employee well-being and engagement through the organization of center events and acknowledgment, while also facilitating the upkeep of relationships and collaborations with internal departments. This role will engage with PolicyLab's Workforce Development to advance the center's strategic objectives and primary focuses. 

The Administrative Student will:

• Provides administrative support to enhance employee engagement, employee well-being, diversity, equity and inclusion efforts

• Assist with scheduling, communications, assessments, analysis, managing programs and meeting project deadlines

• Assist in editing, formatting, reproducing, and filing of program materials and data

• Assist with organizing events, creating flyers and announcements, data entry, and data management

• Performs other related duties as assigned

The Administrative Student Intern position is ideal for an undergraduate student with a background/interest in human resources, communications, DEI, and employee engagement, who is looking to develop their skills in leadership and organizational development. A strong foundation in writing, good organizational skills, and the ability to work well on a team are keys to success in this role.

The position reports to the Workforce Development Director. The ideal candidate will have:

• High School Diploma and interested in above mentioned related fields

• Strong experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work in an organized manner, work well with others, with attention to details

• Ability to be creative with developing flyers, PowerPoint and event planning

• Research and track data

• Follow through and meet project deadlines

• Initiative and problem solving skills

• Ability to work in a hybrid environment 

At PolicyLab, recruiting and retaining a diverse group of team members who bring fresh insights from all backgrounds to the research, administrative, communications, and policy work that we do is fundamental to our mission. We are committed to creating an environment that is reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We welcome innovative minds from individuals across, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and marital status, victim of domestic or sexual violence status, covered veteran status or other protected classifications.

PolicyLab strives to provide opportunities that allow the voices of everyone to be heard as this exemplifies our core belief in the power of diverse thinking to influence the policies, protocols and practices that define our workplace and improve the lives of children and families. We strive for a productive, fulfilling workplace and personal growth opportunities for all staff and believe an inclusive environment is central to this goal.

To apply for this internship position through PolicyLab’s Student Enrollment, click here.

*Please note that the required experience & skillset differs from what is outlined on the CHOP HR website; experience related to health policy & communications is relevant for this position.

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.

CHOP’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

CHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.

We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

Job Summary

PolicyLab at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is seeking a Policy and Communications Coordinator to join our policy and communications teams. PolicyLab is a research center within CHOP's Research Institute that aims to achieve optimal child health and well-being by informing program and policy changes through interdisciplinary research.

Be a part of delivering on PolicyLab's mission by providing broad support to the center's efforts to ensure that its research informs and shapes local, state, and federal policy. This position will work collaboratively with policy and communications team members working on PolicyLab's research portfolios (behavioral health, adolescent health and well-being, health equity, family and community health, and population health sciences) to advance the center's strategic aims and identified policy priorities.

The Policy and Communications Coordinator will manage PolicyLab's ongoing surveillance of policy opportunities, internal policy-focused communications and training opportunities, contribute to strategic communications efforts, and support the development of externally-facing research translation products, such as webinars, briefs, and content for website and social media, and provide other logistical support to the policy and communications teams.

The Policy and Communications Coordinator position is ideal for an early-career professional with a background/interest in health policy, communications, and children's health, who is looking to develop their skills in policy surveillance and strategy; project management; research communication and dissemination; and understanding of the research environment. A strong foundation in writing, good organizational skills, and the ability to work well on a team are keys to success in this role. The position reports to the Policy and Strategy Manager.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with 2-3 years of relevant experience

• Experience with health policy analysis and communications

Job Responsibilities

Support PolicyLab in achieving policy impact

• Track opportunities and risks in the children’s health policy landscape to inform the work of PolicyLab’s research portfolios, researchers, and policy team, and manage internal communication on this tracking to identify opportunities for collaboration and responsiveness

• Coordinate the delivery of internal policy trainings and learning opportunities to build the capacity of PolicyLab’s teams to engage in policy processes

• Coordinate policy-focused communications for internal audiences

• Contribute to policy content development, such as briefs, memos, evidence reviews, policy scans

• Support PolicyLab portfolio activities, including small-group meetings with external partners and coordinated communications plans for relevant awareness days

Support communication and promotion of PolicyLab research

• Contribute to strategic communications efforts and plans for translating and disseminating research, including informing editorial calendars, writing content for external audiences (web, newsletter, and social media), and providing editing assistance

• Draft social media content, conducting social media monitoring, reporting analytics, and researching innovative trends in social messaging

• Assist in project management of PolicyLab ‘virtual conversations’ (webinars)

• Support annual reporting processes

• Provide general support for development and distribution of PolicyLab products                                                                                                                                              

Required Education 

• High School Diploma / GED

Required Experience

• 2 years of experience related to health policy and communications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Good attention to detail          

• Strong time management skills

• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and social media platforms desirable

• Intermediate knowledge of health policy         

• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills     

Additional Technical Requirements

• Intermediate knowledge of health policy

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

To apply, click here.

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.

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The open enrollment season for fall/winter internship opportunities starts on August 1, 2024. However, interested students can begin to apply here, and contact policylab@chop.edu with any questions.

Areas of focus:

• Family & Community Health

• Policy

• Communications

• Administration

• Data Analyst

• Social work

• Population Health Sciences

• Adolescent Health & Well-being

• Health Equity

• Behavioral Health

Who should apply:

• High school seniors

• Undergraduates

• Graduates