CITY OF RALEIGH PAID INTERNSHIPS IN THE HEALTH SCIENCES
See City of Raleigh Fact sheet attached. See important dates and links below:
The Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program (RSYEP) remains committed to serving our Raleigh youth. The health, safety and well-being of our youth, program staff and partners remain our highest priority.
KEY DATES:
- 2022 Application and Interview process will begin February 15
- 2022 Application and Interview process will end March 25
- Mandatory Virtual Orientation: May 14
- Work Dates: June 21 - August 5
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
- Be age 15-18 as of May 31, 2022
- Live within the Raleigh city limits
- Be available to work June 21-August 5, 2022
- Attend program orientation on May 14, 2022.
- Be the only one in your household participating in this program
- If you choose the virtual option, must have computer and internet access
- Not miss more than 4 program days
- Not be enrolled in summer school
- Must have an NC State Issued ID, Learner’s Permit, Driver’s License, or current School Report Card that shows a Raleigh zip code at the time of interview. No exceptions.
HOW TO APPLY:
VACCINATION INFORMATION:
- As of September 2021, all new employees must be fully vaccinated against the
- COVID-19 virus for in-person or hybrid.
- If there is a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief preventing you from receiving an available COVID-19 vaccination, and you are selected as a candidate for consideration, we have an accommodations process in place for those requests.
- For candidates that are interested in virtual/remote employment only, COVID-19 vaccination is not required.
Check out our recap video made by the 2021 Summer Youth Employment Program!
SUMMER STEM CAMP - {9AM - 1:00 PM June 27-July 1, 2022}
Two student interns are needed for in-person STEM Camp that will be for rising 8th graders from feeder schools {Centennial, Reedy Creek, Salem and Dillard Drive Magnet}
Student STEM Careers Project Manager Job Description Description
Focus is on Spinal Muscular Atrophy SMA Video
Stipend for week long camp ~ $450.00
Contact Ms. Hulsey for more information
Camp Coordinator: Mrs. Sandra Nato
REMINDERS
As you know with the pandemic, internships that were originally planned and organized, ended up going to a Plan B option approach. Most of the facilities, universities, hospitals, and clinics (Medical/Vet) closed their doors to students due to COVID and in person internships.
Google Classroom for Summer Internships 2022 (Class of 2023) created and houses all the paperwork and assignments, as we start December 2021- Summer 2022 for the internships.
Class Code: qkfsbts
Join the Summer Interns 2022 (Class of 2023) Remind: @99ge9fb to 81010
In the meantime, this is the information I will need after you secure a site and through your outreach and will send you paperwork to complete.
PLEASE DO NOT START TILL ALL PAPERWORK IS DONE DUE TO LIABILITY.
#1 - I will need a resume and your contact email
#2 - Facility/Clinic:
#3 - Physical Address & Phone
#4 - Name of Supervisor
#5 - Email for Contact
Let me know if you have any questions and available to assist and work with you at jhulsey@wcpss.net
BIOGEN-MIT BIOTECH IN ACTION SUMMER 2022
The Biogen Community Lab and Lemelson-MIT group are hosting a 2-week long Biotech in Action free virtual summer lab program for high school students. Applications open on March 1st and close on March 20th. Visit our website for program details and application. Please forward the information to any student or teacher that may be interested.
Biogen-MIT Biotech in Action:
Virtual Summer Lab 2022
After successfully launching the Biogen-MIT Biotech in Action: Virtual Summer Lab in 2020, and working to make it even better in 2021, we are continuing the program for 2022!
We have created a state-of-the-art, virtual program to continue to inspire and empower a new generation of young scientists globally. This year’s virtual program will use virtual labs, online learning and conferencing software, and real-time conversations with Biogen and MIT employees to teach you all about biotechnology and invention with a focus on Alzheimer’s disease and Digital Medicine.
· Discover a passion for health sciences, biotechnology, invention, and innovation
· Experience problem finding and problem solving in ways that mirror the biotech, university, and innovation sector
· Expand your knowledge and laboratory skills in STEM
· Develop skills aligned with those that are essential to the future of work
· Identify your personal strengths and capabilities and next steps for growth
Open to high school students currently in 9th - 12th grade in the U.S. and 14-18 years old globally. Priority will be given to students from low-income households and groups historically underrepresented in science.
We will be offering 2-week long virtual sessions for high school students, who must have completed at least 9th grade by this summer:
- Session I: June 21 – July 1
- Session II: July 12- July 22
- Session III: July 25 – August 5
COST IS FREE. Each session meets daily Tuesday -Friday for both weeks from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. ET
Online applications open on March 1st and close on March 20th.
Applications and details can be found at: https://www.biogen.com/en_us/virtual-community-lab/biogen-mit.html
Questions? Contact us at: communitylab@biogen.com
See Flyer at the bottom of the Newsletter
UNC CHAPEL HILL MOREHEAD PLANETARIUM & SCIENCE CENTER NEEDS STUDENTS
UNC-Chapel Hill’s Morehead Planetarium & Science Center is recruiting applicants for several positions for the GSK Science in the Summer program. The GSK Science in the Summer program serves rising 2nd – 8th grade students in Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Franklin, Granville, Harnett, Johnston, Orange, Vance, and Wake counties. The program’s purpose is to provide meaningful and enriching STEM content to spark a lifelong love of science and interest in STEM careers. Please see below for more details.
High school assistants: Students who are at least 16 years old to assist with camp sessions
- The direct link for the high school assistant position is https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/220810.
- This position is a great opportunity to gain experience in education, work with children, and it is a valuable addition to a student’s resume/college application. The hourly rate is $8.50.
Applicants can find more information including the camp schedule, qualifications, and application details at https://moreheadplanetarium.org/sis/.
UNC MEDICAL CENTER INITIATIVE
Summer 2022 High School Volunteer Program
Volunteer Services is excited to announce the Summer High School Volunteer Program is back and applications are now available. If you know of a high school student who is at least 14 years old, has completed the ninth grade and is looking for a chance to learn more about working in a hospital environment this could be just the program for them! Opportunities are available at both the Chapel Hill and Hillsborough campuses.
Learn more about requirements, logistics and how to apply. https://www.uncmedicalcenter.org/uncmc/support/volunteer-services/high-school-volunteers/
James Barron | Director
Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UNC REX VOLUNTEEN PROGRAM IS UP AND RUNNING 2022-2023
AG DISCOVERY PROGRAM
AG/Science Internship offered through the USDA
Application:
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/civilrights/agdiscovery/how-do-i-apply
DEMENTIA CAPABLE CARES INTERNSHIP
Internship Opportunity
Dementia Capable Cares (DCC) is a community-wide initiative, led by a passionate and dedicated group of community citizens, to create a Dementia-Friendly and Dementia-Inclusive environment in the Triangle area.
Requirements for Internship:
· Capacity to work independently; much of the work will be virtual
· Ability to maintain our social media and update our website from time to time; ability to meet first and third Tuesday’s in the summer in either an in-person or virtual meeting from 9-11 am.
· Once trained in our education program, you will assist as needed in training others about dementia awareness with a team of other Trainers.
What You will Gain:
· Learn about dementia and how it impacts cognition
· Learn how businesses, institutions and other entities can be helped by learning about how dementia impacts our society
· Learn how public spaces can be made safer for those with dementia and their caregivers
· Learn from Gerontologists, Nurses, Marketing Directors and other DCC members how our community can become more dementia inclusive.
Contact Teresa Sawyer at ctsawyer1@gmail.com or 919-812-6570
Our website is www.dementiacapablecares.org
LIFEGUARD OPPORTUNITIES
Are you interested in a summer job where you can make your own schedule? My name is Logan Brendle and I work with Aquatic Management Group. We are a local business currently hiring Pool Managers, Lifeguards, and Pool Attendants in the Triangle Area. These positions are great for students given the flexible schedule and competitive pay. If you are interested, we would love to have you join our team! Here are a few things to consider:
·We provide all required training. No experience required.
·Flexible schedule and guaranteed hours. Managers make their own schedule!
·Fun, interactive, outdoor job with no micromanaging.
More information about our Available
Positions can be found on our website. The next step is to schedule an interview. This can be done directly via email or on our website where you can access my calendar and select a time that works best for you. I know a teacher’s schedule can be extremely busy, so we are more than happy to work around your schedule. We offer a variety of interview options including in-person at your school, our office, or virtually via Zoom.
Additionally, in the past we have taken part in career fairs at schools all over the Triangle offering lifeguarding and pool attendant jobs to students ages 15 and older. These jobs provide important skills through the training process such as first aid/CPR, customer service and leadership skills. These positions do not require prior certification and we are excited to offer these positions again this summer.
Logan Brendle
Director of Aquatics
Aquatic Management Group, Inc.
Office: 919.600.4117
Fax: 919.233.4909
Cell: 919.985.7796
www.AquaticManagementGroup.com
Mailing Address: PO Box 12053 Raleigh NC 27605
Physical Address: 5300 Atlantic Ave, Suite 101 Raleigh NC 27609
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A FIREFIGHTER?
Wake County, in partnership with Wake Technical Community College, is recruiting for the next Wake County Fire Academy class.
The 33-week course, which starts Jan. 3, 2022, will put you on the pathway to a career in less than a year. More than 80% of academy grads have gone on to full-time positions with local fire departments.
The Wake County Fire Academy is perfect for anyone who has the heart and desire to perform meaningful and important work fighting fires and ensuring the safety of Wake County residents. Whether you have volunteer firefighter experience or are interested in starting a new career, the academy could be the jumpstart you’re looking for.
Academy graduates receive the following certifications:
Firefighter
Hazardous Materials
Incident Command System
Rapid Intervention
Technical Rescuer
The EMT Basic certification course will be offered at the end of the academy on the same daily schedule format. Financial assistance may be available through Wake Tech.
Learn more at https://www.wakegov.com/.../wake-county-recruiting-next....
INTERESTED IN BEING A EMT APPRENTICE?
Monthly Information Sessions: 2nd Monday of the Month @ 6 PM
Wake County Emergency Services Education Center
22 S. Rogers Lane, Suite 160
Raleigh, NC 27610
Contact: Jake Hardison, Training Chief
Jake.Hardison@ WakeGov.com
See flyer at the bottom of the Pulse.
JOIN THE CAPITOL MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS {SEE FLYER AT THE END OF THE PULSE}
The Capital Medical Reserve Corps is comprised of medical and non-medical volunteers who have been trained to assist during special events, public health emergencies, and disasters.
The Capital Medical Reserve Corps primarily supports the five counties that make up the Capital Regional Advisory Committee Healthcare Preparedness Coalition (Franklin, Harnett, Johnston, Lee and Wake), but can assist anywhere in the state when requested.
Recent events the Capital Medical Reserve Corps has supported include:
- 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic
- 2019, 2018 and 2017 First Night Raleigh New Year’s celebration
- 2019 Hurricane Dorian
- 2019 Dreamville Festival
- 2018 Hurricane Florence
- 2018 and 2017 Freedom Balloon Festival
- 2018 and 2017 United States Men’s and Women’s Soccer Team games
- 2018 and 2017 seasons of the NC Football Club and Courage soccer teams
- 2017 Raleigh Bluegrass Festival
- 2016 Hurricane Matthew
The Capital Medical Reserve Corps Orientation Course covers the following areas:
- Mission and History of the National Medical Reserve Corps Program and the Capital Medical Reserve Corps
- Knowing when Capital Medical Reserve Corps volunteers will be needed
- Resources and Equipment Capital Medical Reserve Corps volunteers will utilize
- Incident Command System
- HIPAA
- Liability of volunteering
- Alert Notification and Deployment Procedures
- Personal Preparedness
Exercise & Response Management System - (ncem.gov)
Check us out on Facebook by joining our “CapRAC Healthcare Preparedness Coalition” group!
Thank you for your time, consideration, and assistance in spreading the word about emergency volunteerism. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns feel free to contact me any time!
Nicholas Thorpe
Emergency Planning and Exercise Specialist, and
Capital Medical Reserve Corps Coordinator
CapRAC Healthcare Preparedness Coalition,
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Office: 919-350-7747
Cell: 919-810-2261
HIGH SCHOOL HEALTHCARE SENIORS NEEDED - CONFLUENT HEALTH
Confluent Health is a family of physical and occupational therapy clinics located across the U.S. We provide first class, second to none, therapy services for our patients. We are sure that you are familiar with at least one of our local therapy clinics, such as our Break Through Physical Therapy clinics located in the Research Triangle area. We currently have opportunities for High School Seniors that have participated in healthcare or business magnet programs. Our opportunities include: Medical Front Desk receptionist and Care Coordinators. This would be a great first job for your students. We would love to speak with you in greater detail about the job opportunities and what we have to offer.
What Do We Offer Our Employees:
- Tuition loan repayment program – we make monthly payments directly to your loan servicer on your behalf
- Matching 401(k)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Health and Wellness Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD insurance, catastrophic employee financial assistance
- Opportunity to work in more than 26 states
- And Much More!
How you can help your past and present healthcare magnet students:
- Share this information with them
- Allow us to arrange a Zoom/Teams Meeting to speak with about our company
- Arrange a virtual Meet & Greet with your students to learn about career opportunities
- Post our information where your students can see it
Telisa L. Griffith, MBA
Director of Talent Acquisition
P: 502-537-7681
175 S. English Station Road, Suite 218
Louisville, KY 40245
Click here to learn about Confluent Careers where you can flourish.
WAKEMED VOLUNTEERING -
Please see the following update sent to me on Friday for junior volunteers. The application/interview process is the same.https://www.wakeme.org/volunteer/
If nothing changes we will open up our application portals in September. Any changes to the requirements that may occur between now and then will be posted on the website. As of right now there is no new requirement under then volunteers having to sign a COVID Agreement to come into the hospital.
We also change the track date for Fall from August to September and the portals will open the second Mondays.
When to Apply
SUMMER TRACK – June/July/August
Online application will open the second Monday of April after 2:30 pm. The application portal will close once the number of applications received meets the current needs. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older at the time application is submitted.
* CLOSED FALL TRACK – November/December/January * CLOSED
Online application will open the second Monday of September after 2:30 pm. The application portal will close once the number of applications received meets the current needs. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older at the time application is submitted
SPRING TRACK – March/April/May
Online application will open the second Monday of January after 2:30 pm. The application portal will close once the number of applications received meets the current needs. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older at the time application is submitted.
PLEASE REVIEW THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING SIGNED WHEN APPLIED TO THE HSCA
Athens Drive Magnet High School Career Academy Memorandum of Understanding:
As a member or candidate for the Health Science Academy program at Athens Drive Magnet High School, I acknowledge and understand that:
1. I am making a commitment to the full four (4) years of the program that includes the courses outlined in the current curriculum sequence entitled “Four Years-At-A-Glance” found on the school website.
2. I must maintain academic excellence while enrolled in the Academy. This includes maintaining a cumulative GPA (weighted) of a 2.5 by the end of the sophomore year and through to graduation. Academic probation or dismissal from the program may result if my GPA falls below this standard.
3. I have supplied my WCPSS email address on the application.
4. I agree that regular updates and/or announcements may be sent home via email to both the Academy member and/or parent/guardian. It is necessary for me to have a valid email address on file.
5. I must report to Academy activities and job shadowing opportunities dressed appropriately in business attire and/or our specified Academy uniform.
6. Participation and/or support of scheduled academy meetings/activities is expected of all members. My participation will be documented in the work-based learning portfolio that will be maintained throughout my Academy experience.
7. If I have any questions or problems with regard to any aspect of the Academy program, I can contact the Academy Director, Ms. Jennifer Hulsey, RN, at 919-233-4050 ext. 24925 or jhulsey@wcpss.net.
8. I understand that by being accepted into this program, I am committing myself to the above standards and expectations. I am also committing myself to be an Academy participant during my entire high school career. It is also understood that it is the goal of the Academy Director to help me complete this program successfully in cooperation with the HSCA Advisory/Alliance Board.
9. I understand that if I am accepted into the Health Science Academy at Athens Drive Magnet High School, I will be committed to participate in an internship during the end of my junior year. My acceptance further commits me to participate through my senior year of high school, and I am willing to abide by the policies established by the Academy Advisory/Alliance Board.
DUKE RALEIGH VOLUNTEERING
NOTE: The Junior Volunteer Program for summer 2021 has been canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions.
VOLUNTEERING AT WAKEMED
UNC-Rex Volunteen Program
NOTE: The Junior Volunteen Program for summer 2022 and after-school program 2022-2023 are back. See information posted above regarding the program.
