Graduate Intern - Dalio Center for Health Justice

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

Summer 2027 Graduate Internship Program

Graduate Intern - Dalio Center for Health Justice

Position Summary

The Dalio Center for Health Justice at NewYork-Presbyterian is seeking a highly motivated Graduate Intern to support initiatives that advance health equity, address social determinants of health, and improve outcomes for the diverse communities we serve.

This 10-week paid summer internship provides graduate students with hands-on experience working alongside multidisciplinary teams on strategic projects focused on health equity, population health, community engagement, research, and program development. Interns will gain valuable exposure to healthcare innovation and equity-focused initiatives while contributing to impactful work that supports NewYork-Presbyterian's mission to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities.

The ideal candidate is passionate about public health and health equity, possesses strong analytical and communication skills, and is comfortable developing professional presentations, reports, and executive-level materials for internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of health equity and community-based initiatives.
• Conduct literature reviews and environmental scans related to public health, health disparities, social determinants of health, and population health.
• Assist with data collection, organization, analysis, and reporting activities.
• Develop high-quality presentations, reports, executive summaries, and briefing materials.
• Create visually compelling PowerPoint presentations that effectively communicate complex concepts, project outcomes, and recommendations.
• Draft, edit, and format professional documents using Microsoft Word, including reports, meeting summaries, project plans, and stakeholder communications.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings with internal teams, community organizations, and external partners.
• Support community engagement and outreach activities.
• Assist with preparing materials for leadership meetings, conferences, presentations, and speaking engagements.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines while supporting project management activities.
• Research best practices and emerging trends related to health equity and population health.
• Collaborate with clinical, operational, and administrative stakeholders across the health system.
• Present project updates, findings, and recommendations to leadership.
• Develop and deliver a comprehensive final presentation highlighting the primary internship project, including project objectives, outcomes, lessons learned, and recommendations for future implementation.

Past Project Examples

• Social Determinants of Health Screening and Referral Playbook
• Designing a Health Equity Education Module
• Addressing Food Insecurity Through a Multidisciplinary Approach
• Using Technology to Screen Pediatric Patients for Social Determinants of Health

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Master's or Doctoral degree program.
• Must have completed at least one year of graduate-level coursework by the start of the Summer 2027 internship program.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Health Policy, Population Health, Epidemiology, Social Work, Public Administration, Health Informatics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in health equity, public health, community engagement, healthcare operations, or population health
• Previous experience in healthcare, public health, academic research, community engagement, or program evaluation.
• Experience conducting literature reviews, data analysis, or research projects.
• Experience developing executive-level presentations and reports.
• Knowledge of social determinants of health, health equity frameworks, and population health concepts.
• Familiarity with data visualization, survey tools, or quality improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through employment, volunteer work, student organizations, or research initiatives.

Internship Program Benefits

• Dedicated mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to health equity strategy and population health initiatives within a leading academic health system.
• Networking opportunities with healthcare leaders and professionals.
• Cross-functional collaboration with clinical, operational, and community stakeholders.
• Opportunity to contribute to projects that positively impact the health and well-being of underserved communities.
• Final capstone presentation to department leadership showcasing internship accomplishments.

Position Type: Full-Time Graduate Internship
Duration: 10-Week Paid Summer Internship
Program Dates: Approximately June 1, 2027 – August 6, 2027, or June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027 (final dates to be confirmed)

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$40.00/Hourly

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