Policy InternAt — Alameda County Public Health Department - Tobacco Control Program

Opportunity Summary 

Alameda County Tobacco Control Program provides tobacco education and policy support to limit the availability of tobacco products, reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, and decrease tobacco-related racial inequities. We are seeking policy interns to assist with tobacco control policy activities in cities throughout the county. This includes doing data collection, community engagement and local advocacy work in Alameda County.

Posted by 12/10/24

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

1) In how to assist with local tobacco control policies, including developing resources for communities working towards ending the sale of commercial tobacco products to limit access, and smoke-free housing policies to reduce secondhand smoke exposure. 2) Conducting local research, developing community outreach materials, and other functions to ensure community members are educated on potential tobacco control policies. 3) Be locally involved and attend coalition meetings and participating in workgroups to foster community relationships and community engagement. 4) How to work in a government agency and provide administrative support for the program’s smoke-free housing complaint process.

Opportunity Training 

Students will be given an orientation on local politics in Alameda County, tobacco policy 101, and will shadow supervisors to learn more about civic engagement and public health practices.

Additional risk specific to this opportunity 

NA

Compensation Details 
TypeFrequencyAmountExplanationShow to students?
StipendmonthlyStudents are able to make up to $6,000 throughout the duration of this internship and will be paid via stipend monthly.Yes
Opportunity Application Instructions 

Please send a resume and cover letter detailing why you are interested in applying to this internship to Teresa Lam at teresa.lam@acgov.org by December 31, 2024.

Program 
Center for Community Engagement
Location Type 
Hybrid (combination of on-site and remote)
Location 
San Leandro, CA
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
8hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
Yes
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
Yes
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing