Near - Peer Mentor Intern

Organization: 

HealthCorps

Site Supervisor: Christina Jewett 

Organization Address: 

School placement will be determined based on student schedule and proximity

Organization Description: 

HealthCorps is a national 501(c)(3) organization working to eliminate health inequity and improve lives by educating and empowering teens — encouraging them to become change-agents within their families, schools, and neighborhoods. 

Primary Function: 

The Near-peer college mentors to host the wellness programing Teen Make Health Happens at local middle and high schools. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop Strong Relationships

  • You will collaborate with teen wellness leaders and site partners to ensure effective delivery of HealthCorps’ programming across 2 – 3 school sites. 

  • You will collaborate with your Regional Program Manager and other area mentors, as well as participate in ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities, provided by the organization at no expense. 

• Assess Your Schools’ Needs and Progress. 

  • You will research what health inequities the schools you serve are facing, and then measure your impact by completing a needs assessment, reporting, and tracking your work throughout your mentorship. 

• Lead Teens Make Health Happen Clubs. 

  • You will plan and implement the successful delivery of the HealthCorps’ program offering, Teens Make Health Happen, between 6-8+ hours (each week) throughout the course of the semester. 

  • Your commitment to this program will require you to be at your assigned school sites/campuses for 3-4 hours each week for instructional purposes. 

• Share and Make Aware. 

  • You will host Café O Yea demonstrations at each of your sites monthly and support them with regional events. 

  • You will support and contribute to HealthCorps’ social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, etc.) by sharing program highlights, stories of impact, and photos that will shine a bright light on your students. 

• Commit to the HealthCorps Mission. 

  • You will prioritize health and wellness daily and work to ensure that relevant, local health resources are accessible for all students and staff at your respective sites. 

  • Your spark to serve will leave a lasting, positive impact on your community. 

• Represent HealthCorps in Houston. 

  • You will be an embodiment and extension of our organization and our values, both inside and outside your sites. 

  • Your presence -- whether at your assigned sites or an area-wide event -- will be an asset in outreach efforts that connect teens, staff, and community members to HealthCorps resources and materials.  

Preferred qualifications: 

• Majors: Health and Behavioral Science Majors

• Must be a Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior 

Number of Positions: 5

Hours expected to work each week: 10