Centering-Pregnancy Adaptation Project (Spanish-Speaking Participants)At — Alameda County Health, Public Health Department
The Student Public Health Intern will support a Centering Pregnancy adaptation project focused on improving accessibility and cultural relevance for Spanish-speaking participants. The intern’s primary responsibility will be preparing and organizing the adapted guide’s content and layout, ensuring materials are clear, culturally appropriate, and user-friendly for both participants and facilitators. This role offers hands-on experience in maternal and child health, health equity, and community-informed program adaptation.
Core Responsibilities
· Prepare, format, and organize the adapted Centering Pregnancy guide content for Spanish-speaking participants.
· Support layout development of the adapted guide, including structuring sections, applying consistent formatting, and incorporating visual elements as appropriate.
· Assist with adapting existing English-language materials into culturally and linguistically appropriate Spanish-language content (in collaboration with bilingual staff or translators, as applicable).
· Review materials for clarity, readability, and alignment with program goals and Centering Pregnancy principles.
· Incorporate feedback from project staff, community partners, and subject matter experts into revised guide drafts.
· Maintain version control and organize files for guide drafts and supporting materials.
· Attend project meetings and provide progress updates on assigned tasks.
· Support additional project-related tasks as needed (e.g., preparing handouts, organizing reference materials, or summarizing feedback).
Through this internship, the student will gain experience in:
· Maternal and child health programming
· Health equity and culturally responsive program adaptation
· Development of participant-facing public health materials
· Collaborative project work within a public health setting
By the end of this opportunity, students will have learned...
- Apply academic knowledge to real-world tasks and challenges.
- Develop effective communication skills in a professional setting.
- Strengthen time management and organizational abilities.
- Gain experience in working collaboratively within a team.
- Acquire hands-on experience with industry-specific tools, software, or procedures.
- Understand workflows, processes, and responsibilities relevant to the field.
- Learn how to conduct research, analyze data, or support projects in a practical context.
- Clarify career goals by experiencing a professional work environment.
- Build a professional network by connecting with mentors, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Develop a strong understanding of workplace culture and expectations.
- Practice decision-making in real-life work situations.
- Analyze problems, propose solutions, and reflect on outcomes.
- Develop adaptability in response to new challenges and tasks.
- Recognize how your role and organization contribute to the community or public good.
- Reflect on the ethical and societal implications of the work you're involved in.
- Explore opportunities to engage in or support civic initiatives or community outreach.
- Identify personal strengths and areas for improvement.
- Set learning goals and reflect regularly on progress
- Increase confidence in navigating professional and interpersonal dynamics.
The ACPHD student intern will receive training and guidance to support their role in the Centering Pregnancy adaptation project, with a focus on enhancing accessibility and cultural relevance for Spanish‑speaking participants. Training will include instruction on reviewing, organizing, and preparing adapted content and layout materials, as well as applying principles of cultural appropriateness, health equity, and user‑centered design. Through ongoing supervision and hands-on involvement, the intern will build practical skills in maternal and child health and community-informed program adaptation.
How will you provide ongoing support and supervision to students?
The student intern will receive ongoing support from their supervisor through regular check-ins, guidance on assigned tasks, and timely feedback to promote learning and skill development. The supervisor will remain accessible for questions, provide clarification as needed, and ensure the intern feels supported in navigating their responsibilities. Students will also engage with Workforce Development team who supports with secondary supervision and professional development.
Student Training or Experience Needed
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Effective customer service skills.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work with a broad, cross-section of people representative of the Bay Area.
- Ability to demonstrate empathy with a broad, cross-section of people representative of the Bay Area.
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team setting.
- Ability to prioritize and handle simultaneous assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to take initiative and be self-motivated and self-directed.
- Ability to review and learn materials provided.
- Comfortable leading activities or public speaking.
Please apply by March 11, 2026. Virtual interviews will take place March 16th - 20th.
Interested students should apply here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/fb2534386cc440959f92e3e328a9fe5c
| Hours | Duration |
|---|---|
| 400 | hours per placement |