Job Description:
The program allows interns the opportunity to gain hands-on experience related to their field of study by working on meaningful projects alongside Children's professionals. Intern responsibilities may include project management, event planning and support, logistics, data base management, research, and analysis. Interns may explore career paths and apply for full-time positions upon successful completion of the program.
Experience:
Research area: research experience necessary either through previous internship, work experience, or course work; practical knowledge about the conduct of research principals required Preferred Qualifications N/A Education 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 Non-Clinical Focus: College or graduate student that is currently working towards a Bachelor or Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration or other related field, required Certification Summary No professional certifications required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 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 Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook) or other applications as required Able to travel throughout expanded metro Atlanta area; Must provide reliable transportation, if applicable to internship Clinical Focus: Knowledge of medical terminology useful Knowledge of basic statistical software useful Job 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 1575 Northeast Expy NE Job Family Intern/Extern Company Overview Children's Healthcare of Atlanta has been 100 percent committed to kids for more than 100 years. A not-for-profit organization, Children's is dedicated to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow. With 3 hospitals, 20 neighborhood locations and a total of 673 beds, Children's is the largest healthcare provider for children in Georgia and one of the largest pediatric clinical care providers in the country. Children's offers access to more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs and is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Children's has been recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Place to Work, a Best Place for Working Mothers, and as a top employer for diversity and millennials. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package that supports our mission, vision and values. We are proud to offer an array of programs and services to our employees that have distinguished us as a best place to work in the country. Questions & Connect Have questions about the recruitment process? Check out What to Expect. https://careers.choa.org/lp/What%20to%20Expect/2895392d3ba166e6/?locale=en_US