NASTAD is hiring an Intern, Prevention to contribute to national HIV prevention and surveillance efforts. You will learn about governmental public health systems while supporting the day-to-day activities needed to advance our mission to champion health and dignity for people impacted by HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, and intersecting epidemics.
What You'll Do
- Update NASTAD’s prevention-focused communication platforms such as the Prevention team’s microsite and the health department prevention directory.
- Work directly with health department staff to collect important data.
- Assist in the implementation of workplan activities, such as updating and maintaining prevention- and surveillance-focused directories and microsites.
- Promote webinars, tools, and other resources to relevant stakeholders.
- Strengthen HIV prevention and surveillance knowledge through cross-team collaboration.
- Reinforce the progress of technical assistance activities by facilitating timely and effective communication with internal and external partners.
- Support other duties and special projects as assigned.
What We're Looking For
- Strong writing, presentation, facilitation, and influencing skills.
- Ability to work with diverse populations.
- Ability to multitask while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications as well as email marketing tools such as MailChimp.
- In process of receiving bachelor’s or master’s degree in public health, health science, or other relevant area of study.
Nice to Have
- Some office experience (including volunteering) working within public health, health care or relevant fields.
- Basic knowledge of HIV, STIs and/or other communicable disease, including stigma-related issues.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office
- MailChimp
Team & Environment
This role reports to the Senior Manager, Prevention and is part of the Syndemic Approaches team. NASTAD champions an anti-racist, collaborative, and supportive organizational team culture.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $20.00 per hour.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in Washington, D.C.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
