The
following position is currently available: Intern, Tobacco Control
(paid).
The American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest has a great internship opportunity in our Chicago, IL Office. As the Intern, Tobacco Control, you will plan and implement activities related to smoke-free multi-unit housing (SFMUH) initiative in suburban Cook County.
The American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest has a great internship opportunity in our Chicago, IL Office. As the Intern, Tobacco Control, you will plan and implement activities related to smoke-free multi-unit housing (SFMUH) initiative in suburban Cook County.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Collects
data on existing SFMUH, maintains the American Lung Association’s Illinois
Smoke-free Housing Directory, and responds to inquiries from residents and
property owners/managers as needed;
Conducts
research on lung health and tobacco policy as needed to contribute to outreach
materials;
Supports
the delivery of smoke-free housing education and smoking cessation services
through conducting presentations, answering email and phone inquiries, sending
supplies requests, and supporting the Senior Manager as needed;
Provides
content for reports to Senior Manager, Tobacco Control as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS: Current graduate student or rising 4th year undergraduate student in community health sciences, health policy, public health or related field required. Familiarity with Chicago and suburban Cook County. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and strong attention to detail. Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as a team member. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest maintains a smoke-free work place and the candidate should not use tobacco in any form.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Hold
a valid driver’s license
Minimal in-state travel
Minimal in-state travel
Position
is a paid summer internship for 20 or more hours/week from May to August 2016.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To
apply, send cover letter and resume (include job title in subject of email) to:
APPLICATION
DEADLINE: March 9, 2016
The American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest is dedicated to a diverse workforce.
Equal
Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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