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Spring 2023 Virtual Intern - Public and Patient Engagement

The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) is offering a Virtual Spring Internship to a qualified candidate who will support the Public and Patient Engagement team. This paid internship is a part-time, temporary employment opportunity averaging 20 - 30 hours per week for a undergraduate student. PCORI does not provide housing for out of town residents. All applicants must be eligible to work in the US and located in the US. Interested parties may apply for internships in multiple departments; please include a specific cover letter for each position.
 
 
Pay Range and Employment Status:
Interns shall be classified as temporary employees who are hired as interim replacements, to temporarily supplement the workforce, or to assist in the completion of a specific project and who are temporarily scheduled to work for a limited duration. Employment beyond any initially stated period does not in any way imply a change in employment status. Temporary workers are not eligible for PCORI benefits. 
 
Current master's level and above students will be paid $20.00 per hour. 
 
The Public and Patient Engagement department is seeking an intern who will have the opportunity to:
  • Participate in a project that involves developing and review of key engagement materials for lay audiences.
  • Gain exposure to qualitative and thematic coding of engagement reporting data across 20 PCORI-funded awardees.
  • Gain experience with working as a team, problem solving, communication to varied audiences.
  • Build skills in  data analysis and thematic coding of engagement information into Salesforce.  
 
Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above.
 
Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Required Skills

The Public and Patient Engagement team is seeking an intern that will meet the following requirements:
  • Training or experience in qualitative data analysis.
  • Experience synthesizing data/information from various sources and identifying themes.
  • Ability to work independently and manage projects.
  • Strong written, oral, and communication skills, including presentations.
  • Experience, knowledge or interest in community outreach and coalition building and management preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Office.
  • Proficiency in Atlas TI preferred.

Required Experience

Ideal candidates will be a masters student or pre-doctoral student in health research or related field (e.g., public health, public policy, health services research, psychology, sociology, anthropology, epidemiology, or related field.) 
 
Application Process:

Applications for the PCORI Spring Internship Program will be accepted up to 12:00pm EST on Monday, Dec. 1. Applicants who are chosen will be phone screened by PCORI People Strategy and Services. Virtual interviews with relevant intern supervisors and teams will take place from Dec. 12 - 20. 

Key Dates:
Internship Application Submission Deadline - December 5, 2022
 
Spring Internship Start Date - February 6, 2023
 
Spring Internship End Date - April 14 2023
 
Application Instructions:
 
PCORI will only consider complete applications that include: 
 
  • A cover letter 
  • An up-to-date resume 
 
 
The health and safety of our employees is a top priority. As part of that commitment, PCORI requires all employees, regardless of remote work status, to be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or new employee at PCORI, you will be required to comply with PCORI's vaccination policy, report your vaccination status, and provide proof of vaccination. Compliance with the policy does allow for exceptions, but those exceptions will only be granted in circumstances related to medical conditions, disabilities, and sincerely held religious beliefs. Continuing with this application indicates your intent to comply with PCORI's Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. 
 
PCORI conducts background checks on all applicants. 
 
PCORI’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: 
PCORI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity both internal and external to the workplace. You can learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion here. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.