GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
We are offering a paid Research Administration internship for undergraduates interested in pursuing a career in management, public health, non-governmental organizations, health services, human resources, or research administration. The internship will focus on HIV and Aging and will last for 6-8 weeks during the Summer and Fall seasons. Note that this internship is one of two open HIV/Aging internship opportunities. Click here to find more detailed information.
The HIV/Aging Research Administration Internship leverages business and management skills to support the research community, and careers in research administration offer ample opportunity for movement between institutions and scientific or medical subspecialties, as well as growth and leadership opportunities. Each intern will be paired with a specific Program Manager mentor from the Medical Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC) or the Center for Aging & Serious Illness (CASI). Then, each intern will spend 2-3 weeks with a Clinical Research Coordinator, Program Manager, and Faculty Investigator to participate in a variety of projects and work that reflect these types of careers.
At MPEC, research teams use computer simulation models and cost-effectiveness analysis, as well as implementation science and epidemiology to address questions of value in global health care with a primary focus on HIV and its complications and associated conditions. CASI brings together multidisciplinary researchers (e.g., medical doctors, surgeons, physical therapists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, and social workers) across Mass General Hospital and the Boston community to improve the well-being of older adults and enhance the lived experience of people with advanced illnesses to achieve health equity and to holistically shape health policy.
How to Apply
Please upload the following application materials (applications that do not include all components will NOT be considered):
- Personal Statement
- 250 words describing your interests, professional goals, and past experience.
- Resume or CV
- Two professional references
- Please include both name and email contact information, as well as how you are affiliated. Examples could include: current or former manager/supervisor from work or volunteer settings, a teacher or mentor. No peer-level references, please.
- Please do not submit letters of recommendation. We will email your references to connect by phone.)
- All college transcripts. Original transcripts are preferred, although unofficial transcript copies will be accepted at the time of application (original transcripts will be required if accepted into the program).
Find more information on the HIV/Aging Internships available here.
The spring internship is scheduled to start in early March 2025 and end in late May 2025. Please note that we expect interns to be local and working at our Boston location. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to provide relocation or housing sponsorship for this internship.
Applicant timeline
· Application Available: October 4, 2024
· Application Deadline: December 5, 2024
· Notification of Acceptance: January 27, 2025
· Program Starts: March 3, 2025
· Program Ends: May 23, 2025