Health Promotion Internship Program

Health Promotion Interns for the Center for Health & Wellness Promotion (CHWP) serve as important and valuable members of a dynamic and motivated team of professionals and students committed to promoting healthy lifestyle choices and enhancing the student well-being at USD. Health Promotion Interns are expected to live out and uplift the mission, vision, and core values of the University of San Diego. Health Promotion Interns are also expected to be positive influences to their peers and the USD community by practicing healthy decision-making and prioritizing the well-being of themselves and their community. Reference and background checks will be performed for all final candidates.

General Responsibilities/Examples of Work:

1. Health Promotion Outreach Program Support
   • Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of student wellness-related outreach programs and initiatives
   • Assist with marketing and promotion of student wellness programs across campus
   • Provide formal and informal health education to peers
2. Health Promotion Material Development and Distribution Support
   • Assist with the development of health promotion materials in Canva
   • Assist with the development of content for the @bewellusd Instagram page
   • Distribute health promotion marketing materials and resources
3. Office Administrative Support
   • Provide front desk coverage (greet visitors, answer phone calls, schedule appointments)
   • Provide administrative assistance to office staff as needed
4. Special Project Support
   • Assist office staff with special projects (ie: Wellness Center initiatives or other future efforts)

Required Skills

• Dependable and reliable self-starter
• Positive and welcoming attitude
• Creative and energetic
• Excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills
• Detail oriented

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Google suite
• Experience with Canva design platform
• Experience with Instagram content creation/sharing
• Knowledge of Student Wellness departments and key services
• Knowledge of HIPAA Privacy Rule

Please call the Center for Health and Wellness Promotion at (619) 260-4618 or e-mail us at chwp@sandiego.edu with any questions about this opportunity.