C-BEEP INTERNSHIP DATABASE

The following unpaid/course-credit internship projects are available. To search by "Key Word", please press Ctrl+F. Last updated 5/15/12.

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Project #

Project Title

Project Description

Possible Major

Critical Skills

Location

Selection and Recruitment Trainee

Assist in the development of recruitment/job bulletins and announcement; rating and interview selection standards; and examination notices; assist in the administration of examinations, including written and oral tests; function as an examination monitor for both written and perform- ance tests; assist in reviewing applications to determine a candidate’s eligibility for a specific position; assist in the processing of all examination information through the utilization of the Department Automated Applicant and Selection program.

Public Administration, Human Resources

Strong cognitive and analytical skills, strong oral and written communication skills

Department of Human Resources

3333 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 300

Los Angeles, CA 90010

429

Risk Management Intern

The intern will assist safety specialists with project in industrial hygiene and occupational safety. Projects may include accident investigations, sound level monitoring, air monitoring, safety inspections, regulatory research, development of training programs and related tasks.

At least a junior level with a major in environmental and occupational health. Prefer candidates with courses in industrial hygiene, occupational safety and/or toxicology.

Computer skills in word processing and database management are an asset. (Not required)

Department of Public Works

1000 S. Fremont

Alhambra, CA 91803

431

Architectural Intern

The work will include conceptual design, schematic design, design development and construction documentation preparation.

Architectural Design

Strong oral and written communication skills; present solutions to problems

Department of Public Works

1000 S. Fremont

Alhambra, CA 91803

613

Communications Assistant

Assist in a number of journalism and organizational communication projects, including the Department’s monthly newsletter, On the Line, breaking newsletter, Headlines, the employee intranet, media campaigns, promotional projects, marketing, and special projects for the Fire Chief.

Journalism, Public Relations or Communications.

Ability to write and edit written material; current journalism/public relations/multimedia courses

Fire Department
Can work as freelance or on location at Department headquarters in Los Angeles, 1320 N. Eastern Avenue, LA 90063 (just south of Cal State L.A. campus below the San Bernardino (10) freeway.

654

Consumer Protection Counselor

Counseling consumers on the telephone and in person, concerning landlord-tenant, credit, retail sales, automobile purchases, false advertising, repairs and many other consumer issues.

Consumer Sciences/ Affairs, Business Law or Paralegal Studies majors are desirable.

Excellent customer service skills and interest in working with the public in consumer protection. No previous experience required.

Department of Consumer Affairs
500 West Temple Street Room B-96
Los Angeles, CA 90012

683

Making It Through (MIT) Program Intern

Under the supervision of a Deputy Probation Officer, interns provide counseling and support services for the Probation Department’s educational project MIT (Making It Through). MIT targets 18-25 year old probationers on both adult and juvenile probation. Interns also receive practicum experience in the area of juvenile probation. In this area, interns provide mentoring, tutoring and assistance to juveniles and assist the deputy probation officer in the collection of data necessary to complete reports being sent to the Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology and other behavioral sciences

Ability to work within the framework of departmental procedures and policies.

Probation Department
Project headquarters-1330 West Imperial Hwy. Los Angeles, 90044; other locations available

684

After-School Enrichment Program Intern

Under the supervision of a Deputy Probation Officer, the intern will assist in the facilitation of teen groups, homework assistance programming, mentoring and organized sporting teams/events. Duties include assistance with girl’s volleyball team consisting of at-risk youth. The team is professionally coached. The intern will also assist the soccer and baseball teams. Assistance is needed in updating or establishing case plans/life goal setting plans for the youth as this is a year-round program.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology and other behavioral sciences

Ability to work within the framework of departmental procedures and policies. Good written and verbal communication skills. Basic knowledge of MS Office 2003 or higher (Access, Excel or Word).

Probation Department
Project headquarters-1330 West Imperial Hwy. Los Angeles, 90044
Practice site: Athens Park, 12603 South Broadway Street, Los Angeles

685

Departmental Marketing/Public Relations Campaign

Development and implementation of a comprehensive marketing campaign that will educate consumers and the general public on the many programs and services provided by the Department.

Upper-division coursework in Public Relations and/or Marketing.

Ability to strategize and develop a comprehensive marketing plan.

Agriculture Commissioner/Weights & Measures

12300 Lower Azusa Road

Arcadia 91006

686

Public Service Promotional Video Project

The County of Los Angeles Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures Department seeks to develop a promotional video in order to further educate County consumers and the general public about its many programs and services. Departmental programs are focused on areas of consumer and environmental protection, providing leadership and direction in the successful eradication of serious pests, protecting the consumer from increased food prices, the environment from increased pesticide application and the agricultural industry from increased costs for pest control.

Film student(s) with advanced video production skills and a working knowledge of Mac video-editing software.

Ability to problem solve in areas related to pre-production, on-location filming and post-production.

Agriculture Commissioner/Weights & Measures
12300 Lower Azusa Road
Arcadia 91006

690

Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA) School-Based Programs and Multi-Disciplinary Teams

Under the supervision of a Probation Department Deputy Probation Officer, provide support services for the five Supervision Districts. This internship will be school based- and focus on program services delivery. The Probation Department is apart of inter-agency/multi-disciplinary teams composed of County departments of Probation, Children and Family Services, and Mental Health, and local police, schools, and child protection agencies. Interns will receive practicum experience in the area of juvenile probation, case management, follow – up with clients not reporting in addition to assisting the Deputy Probation Officer in collecting data for reports to the Superior Courts. The intern may also be involved with Housing and Park Based youth programs throughout Los Angeles County. There will be some weekend hours and special events including tutoring, mentoring, and job fairs, health fairs.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Political Science, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology and other behavioral sciences.

Ability to work within the framework of Probation Department procedures and policies.

Probation Department
Various Locations

696

Teen Court Program Intern - Taft High School

Under the supervision of a Reserve Deputy Probation Officer interns will assist in the implementation of a teen court program at Taft High School. Teen Court is a juvenile diversion and prevention program which affords a convicted juvenile offender the incentive of having no record of a criminal conviction if the sentence imposed is completed within a six-month period. Trials are adjudicated before a sitting Superior Court Commissioner with high school students serving as jurors. Duties include interviewing, translating, scheduling meetings, copying documents, distributing information, and explaining rules, roles, and procedures. Interns also receive practicum experience in juvenile intake, case management, data collection, and documentation.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Coursework in any of the following: Political Science, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology and other Behavioral Sciences.

Ability to work within the framework of Probation Department procedures and policies.

Probation Department
14540 Haynes Street
Van Nuys, CA. 91411

700

Excel/Program Services

Intern(s) will be assigned to assist life skill education and recreational program coordinators. Duties may include educational research, worksheet development, and coordinating services and forums through local non-profit agencies. Candidates may be asked to assist in planning and coordinating large-scale special events. Applicants will be required to undergo a background clearance.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Successful applicants should have experience or desire to work with young people. Experience in education and/or community outreach, familiarity with community based organizations preferred. Event planning and/or fundraising experience is highly desirable.

Ability to interact well with minors in a detention setting. Research abilities, computer and organizational skills desired.

Probation Department
Central Juvenile Hall, near LAC-USC medical center

718

Commission for Women – Status of Women in Los Angeles County 2008-10

The purpose of this report is to gauge how women in Los Angeles County have progressed since the last report in 2008 in several areas: health, economic equality, education, housing and poverty, gender equity and domestic violence.

STATUS REPORT OUTLINE for Internship Project No. 718

INTRODUCTION
1. Mission Statement
2. Committees

B. PRESIDENTS INTRODUCTION

C. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
1. Sexual Assault Crimes
2. Building a Community Response
3. Funding for DV Crisis Shelters & Service Providers
4.   Mental Health & Homelessness

D.      ECONOMIC / GENDER EQUALITY
1. Equal Pay
2. Livable Wages (minimum wage in California)
3. Glass Ceiling (stats on women in political positions and top management positions in the County)

E. HEALTH CARE
1. Healthcare Reform and Legislation
2. Health Indication for Women by Ethnicity and Federal Poverty Level
3. HIV & AIDS (in women)
4. Cervical Cancer-Prevention and Treatment (and the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV vaccine)
5. Healthy Family – Fight Against Child Obesity

F OLDER WOMEN’S ISSUES
1. Growing Diverse Older Population
2. Older Women as Caregivers and Widowhood
3. Social Status (Women being old, minority and poor)
4. Healthcare and Legislation

G. EDUCATION
1. Sexual Harassment & Dating Violence (Education and Prevention)
2. Money for Minority School Districts
3. Nutrition / Physical Activity in schools
4. Women in Higher Education

I.         CONCLUSION

The intern should have an awareness and interest in women’s issues; be able to research to find statistics in various areas; and ability to work on their own with minimal direction. Possible majors include Communications, Journalism, Public Administration, Women’s Studies or related majors.

Ability to draw conclusions from research conducted and prepare a report for approval by the Commission for Women and the Board of Supervisors.

Executive Office of the Board of Supervisors
Commision for Women
Room B-50, Hall of Administration, 500 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012

719

Camp Community Transitional Program Intern

The Camp Community Transitional Program (CCTP) is designed to provide intensive supervision of minors’ transitioning from a high structured probation camp to the community. CCTP will identify and ensure needed services are received to assist the minor and family. Additionally, CCTP will be responsive to school, service providers. courts and the community in addressing the needs of this high-risk population. The program focus is to provide the necessary services a minor needs to encourage change; however it also addresses violations in a timely fashion.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Sociology or related majors.

Basic writing and communications skills. Fundamental understanding of statistics

Probation Department
Centinela Area Office
1330 West Imperial Highway, Los Angeles

720

Domestic Violence Project Intern (MIT Program)

Support and assist probation officers with their caseloads working with adult probationers regarding domestic violence violations.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Proficient in Microsoft Office; Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, Strong communication skills are required are a must. Possible majors include Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or related majors.

Ability to analyze and interpret data information as it pertains to probation.

Probation Department

Various Probation Offices

721

Special Intake Team (SIT) Intern

SIT is the first point of contact with the Probation Department for all adult offenders leaving County jails and/or camps. Risk assessments are done by SIT to determine which unit of Probation the offender should be placed. Interns will support and assist probation officers with their caseloads working with adult probationers during their initial release phase from County jail or camp regarding the risk assessment of probationers.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Ability to analyze and interpret data information as it pertains to probation.

Probation Department
Various Probation Offices

722

Personnel Services Policy Intern

The intern will aid in writing various human resources policy and guidelines. Examples of projects include the Family Medical Leave Act and the Employee Wellness program.

Strong writing and editing skills. Knowledge of human resources policy writing is a plus. Possible majors include Business Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration or related majors.

Communication skills, fact finding, ability to organize information and prioritize tasks. Must be detail oriented and possess the ability to meet deadlines.

Department of Human Resources

Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration

500 West Temple St., Room 585

Los Angeles, 90012

732

Probation Supervision

Interns will receive practicum experience in the area of juvenile and adult probation. In this area, interns will receive mentoring, tutoring and assistance to the deputy probation officer in the collection of data necessary to complete reports being sent to Los Angeles Superior Courts.

Coursework in any of the following: Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology and other behavioral sciences.

Ability to work within the framework of departmental procedures and policies.

Probation Department

23759 W. Valencia Blvd.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Valencia, CA 91355

735

Probation Supervision

Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology and other behavioral sciences.

Solid written, verbal and intercommunicative skills. Some knowledge of basic statistics is helpful

Probation Department

42011 4th St. W., Suite 1900, Lancaster, CA 93534

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

768

Adult Protective Services (APS) Intern

Interns are needed to assist APS Program Planning Staff with administration of the State-Mandated 24-hour Program that receives reports of suspected elder and dependent adult abuse and provides intervention services. Interns are sought to assist in the development of a program wherein volunteers will serve APS social workers who provide crisis interventions. In addition, Interns are needed to assist the Quality Assurance Section of APS with analysis and categorization of confidential case records.

Analytical skills are required. In addition, he/she needs experience related to assisting those in need, either in a professional work environment or from personal experience. Experience specifically related to assisting seniors or developmentally disabled persons is highly desirable. Behavioral or Social Sciences majors.

Selected interns will be engaged in activities that require sensitivity and diplomacy. Ability to analyze service delivery systems and to make recommendations on how to improve the Program is highly desirable.

Department of Community and Senior Services

3333 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 400

Los Angeles, CA 90010

781

Juvenile Supervision Intern (Revised)

The intern will assist with case load responsibilities that entail collecting data, face to face interviews, contact with Community Based Organizations and school site visits. The Intern will then assist in the preparation of progress reports being sent to the Superior Court of Los Angeles.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Strong oral and written communication skills are a must.

Probation Department
Various locations throughout the County of Los Angeles.

785

Women's Health Policy Summit

Assist with the implementation of the 2010 Women’s Health Policy Summit recommendations in areas including education and training of health care providers, cultural competency, women with disabilities, reproductive health and the environment, human trafficking, sexual orientation & gender identity, adolescence & healthy relationships, and healthy aging & the social determinants of health; assist with event planning; take notes at committee meetings with women’s health leaders and assist with follow-up; research aspects of women’s health, write health notes and articles for the OWH newsletter, and other related activities.

Public Administration, Public Health, Women Studies or related majors.

Organizational skills, attention to detail; experience in women’s health areas is helpful but not required. Thinking precisely, making interdisciplinary connections, generating or assessing solutions. Ability to communicate effectively in English with women’s health leaders. Computer skills – Working knowledge of Word and Excel.

Department of Public Health
Food Services Unit
3400 Aerojet Ave.
El Monte, CA 91731

787

Prevention Matters! Campaign

Goals of the campaign are to increase awareness and education through multi-lingual educational materials and community dialogues with medical experts, promote a healthy lifestyle, increase access to preventive services, increase the number of women screened for risk factors, and to identify and prioritize advocacy and policy opportunities.

Components of the outreach include a multi-lingual appointment and referral hotline; a mobile clinic providing health education and free comprehensive health screenings; a community partner network; community dialogues on important health issues; a quarterly newsletter, and multi-lingual educational materials.

Intern activities will include assisting with further program development and evaluation of the community partner network, developing women’s health articles for the Prevention Matters! newsletter, assisting with grant writing and updating the website.

Grant writing experience desirable; knowledge of women’s health issues and/or working with the community is helpful but not required. Desired majors include Public Health, Public Administration or related majors. Ideal candidate will possess proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Generating or assessing solutions; clarifying or critiquing text; developing criteria for evaluation; evaluating perspectives.

Department of Public Health
Office of Women's Health
3400 Aerojet Ave.
El Monte, CA 91731

790

Analysis/Development of Methods and Procedures

Analyze and develop the methods and procedures to streamline the procurement process at DPSS.

An understanding of the DPSS business processes. Have a strong analytical, logical and organizational capability necessary to make recommendations to streamline the procurement process. College level classes related to business automation and management as well as information technology or two years experience in a technical, administrative, or analysis dealing with the investigation and solution of complex system or processing problems. Possible majors include Industrial Engineering, Public Administration or related majors.

A fast learner with logical analysis in systems analysis and design. College courses in business communication and/or English. Independent researcher in the development of data processing standards, solutions and procedures.

Department of Public Social Services 14714 Carmenita Road, Norwalk, CA 90650

791

Application End-User Support

Technical support for the custom business applications developed in house or implemented as commercial software.

At least one years experience assisting technical personnel in performing work related to the planning and implementation of computerized systems. A strong analytical, logical and organizational capability.

Ability to listen perceptibly and ask pertinent questions in order to make recommendations for problem solutions. Ability to Identify and trouble shoot problems experienced by end users. Able to follow procedural and logical thinking needed to identify problems in the shortest time possible. Interns must have a high level of analytical skill, good to excellent written and verbal skills. College courses in business communication and/or English.

Department of Public Social Services

College courses classes related to one on the following areas: Business and/or Management, Application Development, Information Technology.

Independent researcher in the development of data processing standards, solutions and procedures.

14714 Carmenita Road

Norwalk, CA 90650

797

Staff Assistant, PSS - Intern

The individual will have the opportunity to learn compilation and submission of reports; ordering supplies and facility maintenance. Has responsibility for housekeeping and record keeping functions and conducts administrative studies of internal operations and procedures as an assistant to a Section Manager in the Department of Public Social Services.

Art, English, Geography, Health, History, Mathematics, Science, Sociology, Technology or related majors.

Be able to plan, evaluate, and review reports for completeness, accuracy, consistency as well as conformity to regulations and procedures.

Department of Public Social Services

Compton District

211 East Alondra Blvd.

Compton, CA 90220

831

Recruitment and Examination

Reads and understands DHR policies/procedures on examinations to gain a thorough understanding of the examination process.

Reads and understands applicable Civil Service Rules and what they mean. Assists in preparing bulletins and supplemental application for various Civil Service Exams. Review employment applications to determine if applicants meet Minimum/Selection Requirements. Prepares a recruitment plan to attract qualified candidates using new and traditional methods such as the internet and other posting sites. Assists analysts in the coordination and administration of written tests and/or oral exams. Assists analysts in developing Appraisal of Promotability (AP) form and standards. Coordinates and monitors the AP process, and reviews completed AP’s for accuracy and compliance. Conducts research and analyzes data, and prepare reports on assigned projects. Works on special projects as assigned by the senior analysts. Develop and update the Departmental Programs brochures that delineate services provided by the Office of Affirmative Action Compliance.

Possible majors include Business Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration or related majors.

Good analytical skills required.Good oral and written communication skills required. Some research analysis experience required.

Department of Human Resources
3333 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 350
Los Angeles, CA 90010

837

Dietetic Rotation

This project will provide the unique opportunity to work in a large, institutional environment gaining supervised experience in the areas of: administration, clinical, and community nutrition. Students will gain the ability to liaison with doctors and/or health care workers, and patients. Students will gain the skills to develop diets for patients based on their health condition, provide nutrition education, quality assurance by inspecting meals prepared in correctional facilities, and to check that meals are providing the correct nutrients. Students will conduct in-service training regarding topics such as: medical diets, food safety and sanitation, and state/government nutrition guidelines.

This program follows the guidelines of the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of the American Dietetic Association (ADA). This experience is accredited towards the 900 hours of supervised practice within an academic program preparing students to be Registered Dietitian Eligible (RDE) to take the California State Board Exam.

Enrollment in a college that is approved by the American Dietetic Association Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education. The major must be in the science of Nutrition.

Demonstrates critical thinking and decision-making abilities in assessment, treatment planning, and evaluation, and is able to combine academic training, practical experience, critical thinking, information technology, and problem-solving skills to provide quality nutrition care to a diverse community.

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
Food Services Unit
450 Bauchet Street,
Room #E815
Los Angeles, CA 90012

848

Child Development and Childhood Education Internship

Interns will learn basic child development milestones, the latest and innovative educational activities for children of different ages, how to create and lead reading programs, 5 to 10 minutes developmental screening tools to identify children at risk for developmental delays, simple mind-body interventions, such as breathing techniques, guided imagery, relaxation techniques and its benefits for child well being, ethics in working with children from different backgrounds and special needs children. Research opportunities are available.

Interest in Child Development and Childhood Education

None

Department of Health Services

1721 E. 120th Street

Los Angeles, CA 90059

855

Probation Intern-Criminal Justice

The Los Angeles County Probation Department is expanding its intern program. We are now heavily recruiting criminal justice interns at both the undergraduate and graduate level. The Los Angeles County Probation Department is largest in the world. We are involved in every aspect of the Criminal Justice System from domestic violence to child molestation; and from narcotics testing to working with criminal mental ill clients. The Department is shifting to Evidence Based Practice Model (EBP). The Department is adopting EBP as our strategy to rebuild lives. Join a national leader in Probation Services and become a Los Angeles County Probation Department Intern.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Qualified applicants are currently enrolled juniors, seniors or graduate level students currently enrolled at a partnered university majoring in Criminal Justice or Criminology and have permission from their respective university to participate in this internship. All interns are required to have completed one course in elementary algebra.

Intern must be able to use critical thinking skills when assessing and evaluating Probation clients.

Probation Department
Various locations

856

Probation Intern- MSW

The Los Angeles County Probation Department is heavily recruiting graduate level Social Work interns. The Department is prepared to provide practicum experience in “Micro, Macro, and Mezzo” social work practice. The “micro” experience will allow students to work in direct contact with clients and play an active role to help provide supervision to our probationers. The “macro” experience will focus on policy, program development, research, and assessment projects with in the frame work of “Evidence Based Practice.” Finally, the “mezzo” experience will give students the opportunity to practice “group work” in a closed residential setting.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Qualified applicants are currently enrolled graduate level students currently enrolled at a partnered university majoring in Social Work and have permission from their respective university to participate in this internship. All interns are required to have completed one course in elementary algebra.

Intern must be able to display critical thinking in relation to assessment and evaluation of Probation clients.

Probation Department
Various locations

872

Residential Treatment Services Bureau Graduate Practicum

Graduate level interns will work under the supervision of a Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) II with a Masters of Social Work (MSW) will be involved in small group interventions focusing on Evidence-Based Practice (EBP). Additionally, interns will be involved in individual counseling, case planning, and transitional planning (from camp to community). As a part of our Camp Redesign, Clinical Advisors (field instructors) are being trained in Life Skills/ Cognitive Behavior change. In an attempt to reduce aggression and violence in our camps and communities the Aggression Replacement Therapy (ART) has been included as one of the intervention noted in the Department’s manual. This change has been added to encourage permanent positive behavioral changes. This is a “micro/ mezzo” experience.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Must be 1st year (Clinical) MSW student and have university approval. Students must complete a Probation Department Intern Questionnaire and Interview prior to the start of their internship. Must have own transportation.

Clear understanding of cognitive behavioral therapy, and understanding of teaching pro-social skills

Probation Department
Various camp settings throughout Los Angeles County

879

Talent Management System Development

Assist in testing various components of the new Talent Management System by researching other web sites; develop recommendations for improving the design of the new system; research, analyze and recommend future design considerations for the system’s business requirements; assist in preparing a summary of reported system incidents; assist in analyzing and interpreting the County’s classification specifications to develop Job Specific Questions to be used within the bulletin development and application process; assist in the development of the recommended structure for categorization within the newly developed Item Bank System.

Courses in public and/or human resources administration; proficient use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database management. Possible majors include but are not limited to Human Resources,Public/Business Administration or Public Policy. Some general Human Resources and Information Technology skills/experience are desirable.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills. Excellent oral and interpersonal skills; strong writing that is well-organized, accurate and reflects appropriate language and punctuation usage. Must be able to interact well with others; ability to draw on educational background and seek other expertise to accomplish tasks; ability to effectively use the Internet and other resources to obtain background and/or supporting information to formulate appropriate assessments, conclusions, and recommendations.

Department of Human Resources

1000 S. Fremont, Bldg. A-9 East, Unit #51, Alhambra.

884

Steps To Excellence Project (STEP)

The intern will assist the Office of Child Care with outreach activities, research and the development of quality improvement trainings for child care programs participating in STEP.

Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of evaluation survey design; survey implementation; and experience conducting data analysis. Strong writing skills are highly desired. Enrollment in a graduate degree program in an accredited university and at least 2 years experience working directly with children ages 0-5 in a child care setting

Ability to problem solve and think in a rational and professional manner. Must be able to present both oral and written information in a clear and professional manner. Strong writing skills are highly desired. Candidate should have knowledge of evaluation survey design; survey implementation; and experience conducting data analysis.

Chief Executive Office
Los Angeles County Office of Child Care
222 South Hill Street, 6th Floor
Los Angeles CA 90012

A bachelor of arts/bachelor of science degree in child development with at least 1 class in research methods and at least 1 year experience working directly with children ages 0-5 in a child care setting.

886

Arts Education Research

In September 2002, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted Arts for All: Los Angeles County Blueprint for Arts Education, a strategic plan to restore arts education - in dance, music, theatre, and the visual arts - to the 1.7 million students in Los Angeles County's 81 school districts.

Arts for All provides a series of policy changes and educational initiatives to create systemic change and institutionalize sequential, K-12 arts education in Los Angeles County school districts, based on the Visual and Performing Arts Standards for California Public Schools.

The interns will work at the Los Angeles County Arts Commission in the Arts Education division and work on multiple projects, including researching funding for arts education and compiling data on Los Angeles County school districts in relation to Arts for All programs.

Duties include:
- Research and compile data related to state and federal funding for arts eduaction
- Research arts eduaction resources, publications, websites and reports for latest developments and information in the field
- Research and compile data on Los Angeles County school districts in relation to Arts for All programs
- Maintain funding database
- Research and compile potential funding sources for Arts for All programs.
- Research and compile data on legislative representatives for Arts for All districts
- Assist with maintaining, writing, editing and inputting data onto the Arts for All website, http:wwww.laartsed.org

Adept in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel. Good communication and organizational skills. Potential majors include public administration, public policy or arts/arts education-related majors. Should be interested in arts education, advocacy, or public policy.

The candidate must be able to utilize tangible and intangible information based on a logical sequence of events to evaluate, analyze and discern information that will be used to forge summary opinions on a specific subject matter. The candidate must be able to present both oral and written information in a poised, persuasive and professional manner.

Arts Commission
1055 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 800
Los Angeles CA 90017

892

Architectural Aid/Architectural Intern

Internship will cover numerous projects encompassing important areas of County capital projects, building renovation and additions. Projects range from stand-alone buildings to site work, exterior cladding, interior remodeling/renovation, feasibility studies, field surveying, to design and drafting. The work will include conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation preparation, and construction support documents. Work will also include updating and maintaining product and detail libraries.

Basic knowledge of architectural design and AutoCAD, preferably proficient in the latest version of AutoCAD. Minimum requirement is a 3rd year architecture student enrolled at one of our partnered universities. Must have a keen interest in building survey, systems architecture, building science and technology, agency requirements and an analytical approach to architectural design. Must also be able to keep a consistent work schedule.

Must be analytical and have attention to detail. Must be able to communicate/present solutions and problems, verbally or by e-mail to staff. Experience and knowledge of rendering work will be advantageous.

Department of Public Works

900 S. Fremont Avenue

Alhambra, CA 91803

893

Marketing & Communications

The interns will work at the Los Angeles County Arts Commission in the Communications Division and work on multiple projects, including special emphasis on public relations and marketing functions for the Ford Amphitheatre 2011 Summer Season.

Desirable qualifications include interest in the performing and visual arts; ability to write; familiarity with web sites, html, Photoshop, Dreamweaver and In Design; background in journalism/communications/music/dance/visual arts/information technology; good with detail; good telephone skills; facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook and Explorer. Fluency in oral and written Spanish is a plus. Possible majors include but are not limited to communications, journalism, marketing, public administration, or public relations.

The candidate must be able to utilize tangible and intangible information based on a logical sequence of events to evaluate, analyze and discern information that will be used to forge summary opinions on a specific subject matter. Upon selecting a candidate and determining the amount of time they are available, a project timeline will be developed that identifies projects that are accomplishable within that given time frame. The candidate must be able to present both oral and written information in a poised, persuasive and professional manner.

Arts Commission

This project offers an opportunity to work closely with experienced public relations/marketing professionals and add significant experience to your resume. Work on this project is year round, but the heavy lifting takes place from January to October of every year with planning & prepping in November/December.

1055 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 800

• Updating Ford and Arts Commission web sites (year round)

Los Angeles, CA 90017

• Writing copy for press materials, web sites, publications, e-mail blasts and electronic billboard (ongoing & year round)

• Liaising with Ford Theatres and other artists & managing deadlines for artists

(ongoing & year round)

• Assisting in handling press inquiries, press comps lists (ongoing & year round)

• Updating press lists and press clipping files (tearsheets and electronic archives)

(ongoing & year round)

• Assisting in targeted marketing projects (ongoing & year round)

• Inventorying and distributing of printed materials (ongoing & year round)

• Scanning and resizing images for web and printed materials (ongoing & year round)

• Proofreading and organizing files (ongoing & year round)

894

Marketing & Communications (Revised)

The Ford Theatres in Hollywood is in search for a communications intern to help with marketing campaigns for the 2011 Ford Summer Amphitheatre Season, a multi-disciplinary performing arts venue that runs music, dance, family events & film from June through October and the 2011-12 [Inside] the Ford winter season, an indoor black-box theatre that partners with local theatre companies to present new plays from November - April. The Ford Theatres is a program of the Los Angeles County Arts Commission and is produced in collaboration with Los Angeles County-based arts organizations.

Desirable qualifications include a strong background in social media development and familiarity; interest in the performing and visual arts; ability to write; familiarity with web sites background in journalism/communications/music/dance/visual arts/information technology; good with detail; good telephone skills; Fluency in oral and written Spanish is a plus. Possible majors include but are not limited to communications, journalism, marketing, public administration, or public relations.

The candidate must be able to utilize tangible and intangible information based on a logical sequence of events to evaluate, analyze and discern information that will be used to forge summary opinions on a specific subject matter. Upon selecting a candidate and determining the amount of time they are available, a project timeline will be developed that identifies projects that are accomplishable within that given time frame. The candidate must be able to present both oral and written information in a poised, persuasive and professional manner.

Arts Commission
1055 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90017

This project offers an opportunity to work closely with experienced public relations/marketing professionals and add significant experience to your resume. Work on this project is year round.

Duties include:

§ Develop ways to increase audience attendance and engagement

• Research latest hot social media outlets

• Assist communications team with day to day marketing duties

• Interact with Ford summer and winter artists

• Brainstorm fresh social media content ideas

• Identify ways to utilize and involve performers, community members to participate and engage

• Attend select Ford rehearsals and events

905

Enterprise Project Delivery Division - ELIS

Assist in developing, testing, and implementation of new MS Access enhancements to an existing ELIS invoice tracking application. Assist in the implementation of new server hardware and software installation. Additionally, this position requires the use of standard Project Management Institute methodologies and processes as used to support IT Lab projects.

Education within the Information Systems/Technology discipline, familiarity with basic business education courses to include Project Management skill sets.

Business and Systems Analysis skill required; familiarity with the concept of Lateral Thinking by Edward de Bono is nice to have, but not required; should be able to easily acquire new concepts and the use of new software.

Department of Health Services

Health Services Administration

IT Enterprise Project Delivery Division

313 N. Figueroa St., 6th Floor West

Los Angeles CA 90012

906

Information Office - Communications-Community Relations Internship

A great learning opportunity working with the Public Information Office for the country’s largest public mental health system in one of the most diverse and populous counties in the United States. We are experiencing exciting growth thanks to California’s revolutionary Mental Health Services Act, which has provided us with a new funding source to create cutting-edge programs and technologies. Intern responsibilities will be to research and write stories for departmental newsletter, countywide publications, press releases, national award entries and annual report. Assist with the development of program brochures and flyers, handling press inquires, and targeted marketing projects.

Communications, Public Relations/Marketing, Graphic Design, Journalism, or Public Administration

Ideal candidate will have an interest in community service, problem analysis and experience in editing. Additionally, the candidate must possess good people skills to discuss informational content, and a working knowledge of computers and related software applications such as Adobe Suits and Microsoft Office. Ability to speak a second language is preferred.

Department of Mental Health

Headquarters Bldg.

550 S. Vermont Ave

Los Angeles, 90020

908

Public Health Best Practices

The student will aid in the development of protocols, reports, executive summaries and or templates for different aspects of 2-3 ongoing projects in the office. The projects use public health concepts and knowledge to set in alignment the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health strategic plan with that of the office and to the goals and objectives of the different programs in the office.

A good understanding of public health concepts and theories, health education theories and the ability to apply them to everyday issues. Knowledge of basic research concepts and evidence-based methodologies. Candidate should be proficient in Word, Excel and Statistical Analysis Software (SAS). Would prefer a Master level student in Public Health (MPH)

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to think about the big picture and across disciplines and attention to detail.

Department of Public Health

Office of Women's Health

3400 Aerojet Avenue

El Monte 91731

911

Procurement Management Documents

The Department of Children and Family Services is the largest child welfare agency in the country and is one of the larger operating departments within the County of Los Angeles. The intern will work closely with management staff to develop and document various procurement procedures for this multi-million dollar operation. This will include devising user-friendly form letters, procedural manuals and operating guidelines for use by department managers and staff. Basic information/guidelines regarding County and departmental purchasing procedures will be provided. However, the intern will be required to interview managers and staff for information regarding actual implementation of these procedures and document findings/procedures in an organized manner.

* A time committment of 6 months to 1 year is required for this internship.

Prefer candidates with purchasing/procurement experience and major in Business or Public Administration or a related field.

Ability to write simple procedures. Analytical skill sufficient to review complex procedures and explain them simplistically, utilizing a step-by-step approach.

Department of Children and Family Services
501 Shatto Place
Los Angeles CA 90020

913

DCFS Newsletter

Interns are needed to develop a quarterly newsletter for the DCFS Volunteers and Interns Program. The newsletter will highlight contributions made by volunteers throughout the Department. Interns will devise the newsletter layout, write articles, take photographs and prepare the document for publication on a quarterly basis.

Communications, English, Journalism

Prior experience designing and/or publishing newspapers or a newsletter is desired. Seeking interns majoring in communications, journalism, English, or related fields. Familiarity with professional photography techniques is desirable. Creativity sufficient to prepare an informative, interesting and entertaining written document. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills. Must be familiar with computer publishing applications

Department of Children and Family Services

Glendora Office

725 S. Grand Avenue

Glendora, CA 91740

914

DCFS Clean Air Campaign

DCFS is launching a “Clean Air Campaign” which will encourage employees to participate in rideshare activities to reduce smog and gridlock on California freeways. Interns are needed to assist with the development and production of a video that will be used department-wide to explain the campaign and encourage employees to change their commuting habits. This project will require interns to assist with script writing, filming and possibly acting

Communications, Film, Radio/Television

Prior experience scripting and filming video presentations is desired. Seeking interns who are majoring in communications, film, radio/television, or related fields. Creativity sufficient to prepare an informative, interesting and entertaining visual presentation on a serious topic. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills. Must be able to read, interpret and determine how to apply relevant government codes and regulations, such as guidelines from the Southern California Air Quality Management District. Prior knowledge of these guidelines is a plus.

Department of Children and Family Services
Glendora Office
725 S. Grand Avenue
Glendora, CA 91740

916

Healthy Way LA Preventive Care & Education

The intern will participate in the design and development of two educational newsletters for the Healthy Way LA Program’s participating providers and patients. The purpose of the newsletter is to inform staff and patients on best practices and lessons learned and examples of health promotion education and outreach. This includes feature articles on success stories of patients with asthma/COPD, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and/or congestive heart failure. Content will focus on chronic disease self-management and risk reduction techniques, prevention messages and the promotion of healthy living strategies. Internship activities include researching topics, writing articles and designing layout. Other activities related to the coordination of the newsletter and implementation of the Healthy Way LA preventive care and education plan may be included (as time permits).

Experience or skills in health communications, health education or health promotion preferred. Writing or designing written materials is a plus. Computer literacy required. Preferred candidates should be enrolled in a Master of Public Health or related program.

Ability to compile and synthesize information.

Health Services-Ambulatory Care Network-Healthy Way LA
1000 S. Fremont Avenue, Bldg. A-9 East, Floor 2, Alhambra, CA 91803-8859

920

GIS and Electronic Content Management (ECM) Support

Project includes the process of digitally capturing and categorizing new and existing large format maps and documents. This is related to a new ECM Project and integrating with current processes and tying in geospatial components. Involves scanning and georeferenced large format documents as well as support for metadata creation, policy retention, output and format policies. Spatial information will be attributed and placed in various GIS databases and candidate will assist personnel in ongoing integration of pilot ECM system to Department staff.

geography, planning, GIS, and information systems

Candidates must have basic knowledge of math, geography, and computers; and demonstrate strong interests in Urban Planning, GIS, Land Management, or Information Technology. A working knowledge of mapping software such as ArcMap, ArcGIS Server or Google Earth is strongly desirable. Students majoring in geography, planning, GIS, and information systems would be the best candidates. A working knowledge of ArcGIS software and ability to think logically and apply GIS concepts is desirable.

Department of Regional Planning
320 W. Temple Street, Room 1101
Los Angeles, CA 90012

921

Personnel Selection

The intern will be tasked with assisting with the collection of job analysis data and the construction of selection instruments. The intern will also assist with data analysis and the preparation of technical reports related to workforce and succession planning. The intern will also assist with the assessment of skill for employees potentially impacted

Qualified applicants are currently enrolled graduate level students currently enrolled majoring in industrial/organizational psychology. Students must have knowledge of personnel selection and employee development and leadership. Ideal candidates will have working knowledge of SPSS and MS Office.

Ability to analyze and synthesize data; ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, and present findings.College level written and oral communication skills. Data analysis; personnel selection research; workforce planning research.

Department of Human Resources
3333 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010

922

Internship Program Assistant

Assist the Career Development Intern (CDI) Program Manager with the operation of the CDI program by developing a training curriculum based on the CDI Core Competencies; conducting monthly 8-hour training sessions; evaluating the CDIs’ development and skills; monitoring CDI staffing levels and participating in the selection and placement of CDIs.

Possible majors include public administration, business administration, human resources or related majors. Ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and possess advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office products: Windows and/or XP, WORD 2003, Excel 2003, and PowerPoint 2003.

Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities

Children and Family Services
425 Shatto Place, Los Angeles, CA 90020

923

Civic Art Commission Program Intern

Art history, arts management, cultural studies, public art studies, studio art or public policy

Desirable qualifications include interest in the visual arts; ability to write; detail oriented; good communication skills; facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook and Explorer.

Arts Commission

1055 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 800

The intern will work at the Los Angeles County Arts Commission in the Civic Art Division providing administrative support to the Civic Art Coordinator, Project Managers and Civic Art Director.

Fluency in oral and written Spanish is a plus.

Los Angeles CA 90017

This project offers an opportunity to work closely with experienced public art administrators, gain technical skills, such as writing, financial management and data management, and deepen their knowledge about the public art commissioning process.

Duties include:

The candidate must be able to present both oral and written information in a poised, persuasive and professional manner.

1. Assist in the organization of office systems.

Upon selecting a candidate and determining the amount of time they are available, a project timeline will be developed that identifies projects that are accomplishable within that given time frame.

2. Prepare and email Calls to Artists on behalf of the Civic Art Program and other southern California public art programs.

3. Conduct research and compile data on local and national public art projects.

4. Generate copy, edit and update the Civic Art Program Web site. http://www.lacountyarts.org/civicart.htm

5. Set meeting dates and reserve conference rooms.

6. Process artist applications.

7. Shadow and train with Civic Art Coordinator.

8. Complete condition reports for County Collection artwork.

9. Research and write web copy for objects in the County’s Collection.

10. Complete condition reports for County art objects.

11. Coordinate and conduct artist interviews.

12. Other duties as assigned.

924

Library Cataloguing

Intern will work in the Medical Library entering all books, DVD’s video tapes and CD’s into the new software (Small Library Organizer Pro). Intern will produce bar code labels for all library materials. Design and print patron cards. Develop training material and train library users on how to search catalog and check in/out library material.

Possible majors include but are not limited to Library of Science, Business/Communications.

Basic Windows computer skills, ability to type 35 wpm. Ability to analyze information with excellent attention to detail. Intern should have the ability to write concisely and effectively and possess strong oral and interpersonal communication skills.

Department of Coroner
1104 N. Mission Road
Los Angeles, CA 90033

925

Graphic Design Intern

The Systems Analysis Section for the Los Angeles County, Department of Regional Planning is seeking an intern. The section creates many types of reports, maps and other materials. The intern will assist on the creation of marketing materials (brochures, handouts and posters), report covers, form redesign, project documents and website graphics. Some exciting projects including working with oblique aerial imagery, large maps and/or posters and other display materials.

Preferred candidates should be majoring in graphic art or related majors

A working knowledge of design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is strongly desirable. Candidates must be analytical, resourceful, and detail-oriented. Ability to communicate in English – oral and written

Department of Regional Planning
320 W. Temple Street, Room 1101
Los Angeles, CA 90012

926

GIS Portals Project

The Urban Research-Geographic Information System Section (UR-GIS) is responsible for providing GIS and Technical Support services to numerous County of Los Angeles Departments. In providing this service, UR-GIS is responsible for maintaining accurate data layers in the central eGIS data repository used by departmental Portals to display information to the public. The GIS Portals Project requires the services of a GIS technician who can analyze discrepancies in the files and know how to make the necessary additions, deletions or corrections to the databases. Examples of work includes replacing lakes and streams’ datasets, reviewing the services database for the County portal and Homeland Security project, etc.

GIS, geography, land management

• Must be analytical, resourceful and detail-oriented.

Internal Services Department

• Must be self-motivated, able to work independently, well-organized and capable of setting and meeting project goals.

9150 E. Imperial Hwy., Area "H"

• Must be able to understand and review large datasets, how to check and validate files using Excel, how to query in various database formats, how to summarize and extract data from databases, and how to manage large tables with more than 100,000 records each.

Downey, CA 90242

• Interns will be expected to support activities in specific project areas. Sample tasks may include:

o Participate in MapMerger GIS Address Matching software classes to learn how to use the address matching tool.

o Work closely with the Team Lead to ensure proper use of the tools and to report progress on tasks.

o Use provided software to automatically match two GIS street files (conflating) to find and match the same streets in each file.

o Review the results of the automatic match to find and correct mistakes.

o Use established data organization and attributes to correct street address ranges and street classifications.

o Develop maps and Geodatabase/Shapefiles.

o Complete Geoprocessing tasks.

o Edit Geodatabase feature classes and features.

o Geocode and validate geocoded addresses.

o Convert GIS data.

927

Countywide Address Management System (CAMS) Conversion Project

The Countywide Address Management System (CAMS) is a collaborative and technology-driven process involving a multi-department effort led by the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RRCC) to develop a Geographic Information System (GIS) for maintaining over 300,000 streets and nearly 3 million addresses in a centralized and standardized shared data repository. CAMS integrates and controls a complex workflow involving many agencies around the County and produces a remarkably complete and accurate digital map of the County's streets and addresses correlated with other critical County mapping data, including parcels, zip code boundaries, community boundaries, buildings, landmarks, and aerial imagery. CAMS data has achieved well over 99% accuracy in address matching tests of registered voters and reverse 911 addresses. The data is being used by numerous agencies for mapping, address location, and dispatch and supports all Enterprise GIS systems and services hosted by ISD/Urban Research-GIS. As CAMS usage grows, it is driving innovative improvements to address-based business processes and intelligence.

GIS, geography, land management

Must be analytical, resourceful and detail-oriented..

Internal Services Department

Must be self-motivated, able to work independently, well-organized and capable of setting and meeting project goals.

9150 E. Imperial Hwy., Area "H"

Must be able to understand and review large datasets, how to check and validate files using Excel, how to query in various database formats, how to summarize and extract data from databases, and how to manage large tables with more than 100,000 records each.

Downey, CA 90242

Interns will be expected to support activities in four specific CAMS Project areas. Sample tasks may include:

Participate in MapMerger GIS Address Matching software classes to learn how to use the address matching tool.

Work closely with the Team Lead to ensure proper use of the tools and to report progress on tasks.

Use provided software to automatically match two GIS street files (conflating) to find and match the same streets in each file.

Review the results of the automatic match to find and correct mistakes.

Use established data organization and attributes to correct street address ranges and street classifications.

Develop maps and Geodatabase/Shapefiles.

Complete Geoprocessing tasks.

Edit Geodatabase feature classes and features.

Geocode and validate geocoded addresses.

Convert GIS data.

928

Graphic Design Intern

A Youth Identity Theft Prevention Website aimed at educating young people about ID theft. Content will be set in a “classic detective” theme. Project hours are flexible. Some work may be completed out-of-office.

Preferred candidates should be majoring in graphic arts, graphic design or related majors

Should have the ability to implement a strategic plan for graphics and site layout. Create youth-friendly campaign brand and icons. Should also have the following abilities:
• Adobe Dreamweaver, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Standards-compliant markup (HTML and CSS)
• Ability to make Web-optimized icons and images
• Knowledge of other design software a plus
• Ability to work as a team with a web developer

Department of Consumer Affairs
500 W. Temple St. Room B-96
Los Angeles, CA 90012

929

New Freedom Grant

Interns will support the Regional Mobility Manager to facilitate the implementation and coordination of five pilot door-assistance transportation projects for the disabled and very frail elderly in Los Angeles County.

Interns majoring in Public Administration, Social Services, Gerontology, Education, Urban Studies, Social Work, Sociology and/or a general interest in community organizing and community resource development are encouraged to apply. Additional qualifications include sound problem solving skills, computers skills, good people skills, ability to establish effective working relationships with cities and service provider employees. Interns may attend community stakeholder meetings as needed.

Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities. Excellent oral and interpersonal skills; strong writing that is well-organized, accurate and reflects appropriate language and punctuation usage. Ability to effectively use Internet and other resources.

Community & Senior Services

3333 Wilshire Blvd., 4th Floor

Tasks Include:

Los Angeles, CA 90010

• Gain an understanding of the resources and activities for the disabled and very frail elderly in Los Angeles County. Each intern may specialize on a specific

Supervisorial District within the County of Los Angeles.

• Review prior transportation assessments, data, technical reports, studies and surveys to understand the transportation needs of the disabled and very frail elderly.

• Make recommendations to develop GIS mapping that would be supportive to the transportation program.

• In conjunction with the CSS/AAA Regional Mobility Manager develop strategies and agendas for meeting with key community stakeholders on transportation and supportive services that support the project.

• Attend meetings where necessary with the CSS/AAA Regional Mobility Manager to support the coordination of key community stakeholders that provide both

transportation and supportive services to the disabled and very frail elderly.

• Identify opportunities for increasing additional community stakeholder participation in the transportation project. These opportunities may include private industry

or making recommendations for additional grants and supportive services.

• Identify potential “best practices” and share them with the Mobility Site Coordinators to support the overall transportation effort

• Review all reporting forms submitted by transportation sites to ensure accountability and progress toward identified contractual site milestones. Interns may be

asked to call and clarify documents submitted by the Mobility Site Coordinators.

• Develop a power point presentation on how the door-assistance transportation pilot program benefits the disabled and very frail elderly and make for improvement and/or resources that would further support the program. recommendations

931

Staff Writer

Senior-level undergraduate interns are needed to assist with writing articles for environmental health professional publications, health advisories, consumer and industry educational materials, and quarterly newsletter. Interns will research, format, and prepare information for publication.

Senior-level undergraduate interns majoring in Public Health, Communications, Journalism, Biological Sciences, Public Administration, English, or related fields with prior experience writing, designing and/or publishing articles or newsletters desired. Students with studies in environmental health and research methodologies preferred.

Ability to draw inferences and make causal association when critiquing public health data. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills. Experience with publishing software desired such as Microsoft Office. Must be able to conduct web-based research and interpret and analyze data.

Department of Public Health

Environmental Health Headquarters

Interns for this project will gain valuable experience by:

5050 Commerce Drive

• Assisting project coordinator with communication strategy for stakeholders

Baldwin Park, CA 91706

• Analyzing data collected through interviews, literature reviews, and surveys

• Drafting professional journal articles and newsletters

• Working with an array of public health professionals to promote EH best practices

932

Technical Staff Writer - Environmental Health

Interns are needed to write content for environmental health professional publications, health advisories, consumer and industry educational materials and quarterly newsletter. Interns will write articles, devise layout, and prepare documents for publication.

Interns who are majoring in communications, journalism, public health, English, or related fields with prior experience writing, designing and/or publishing articles or newsletter desired. Students currently studying Environmental Health preferred but not required.

Creativity sufficient to prepare an informative, interesting and visual presentation on serious topic. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills. Must be able to read, interpret and determine how to apply relevant government codes and regulations.

Department of Public Health

Environmental Health Headquarters

Interns for this project will experience the following:

5050 Commerce Drive

• Assist project coordinator with communication strategy for stakeholders,

Baldwin Park, CA 91706

• Analyze data collected through interviews, literature reviews and surveys,

• Design format and content with the assistance of Subject Matter Experts,

• Research and update best practices for environmental health promotion.

935

Project, Outreach & Management Coordinator

Work with the Mental Health Commission on developing resources, outreach and engagement with the community and developing projects.

Communications, management, marketing, public administration, public health, public policy, or urban planning

Prior experience in strategic planning activities is a plus. Ideal candidate would be an enthusiastic self-starter. Candidate needs to know how to use a digital camera. Also, candidate must know how to layout & design (Publisher). Candidate should have the ability to analyze and synthesize information form multiple sources, connect micro information to system level macro strategies, identify information gaps, and prioritize and sequence information gathering. Ideal candidate will require minimal supervision. Candidate should have good oral communication and excellent writing skills combined with the ability to interact with a diverse population. Fluency in oral and written Spanish is a plus. Cultural competency is also desired. Candidate must be comfortable engaging projects with providers as well as with clients. Candidates will mostly do field work and human interaction. Candidate will use multiple information sources, and at times help conduct primary research using paper and electronic survey tools, key informant sources, interviews and focus groups, and attend public health meetings. (Don’t let this scare you. It’s just asking questions).

Department of Mental Health
Headquarters Bldg.
550 S. Vermont Ave
Los Angeles, 90020

936

Inspection-Partnership

Interns will be assigned to one of sixteen district offices located Countywide and be an apprentice to a field inspector. Interns will observe and learn the tasks and duties of a journeyman level field inspector and have opportunities for hands-on practice. As prospective future Environmental Health applicants, interns will become familiar with the scope of inspections and duties expected of a new hire, entry level inspector.

Environmental & Occupational Health, Public Health, or Health Science preferred, but not required.

Interested students should have good organizational skills; attention to detail and be self-motivated. Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.

Department of Public Health

Interns for this project will experience the following:

1. Review of policies

Various offices located Countywide

2. Environmental Health inspection tools

3. Housing and food official inspection reports (HOIR/FOIR)

4. Public interaction (customer service), and

5. Field visits

*Only accepting applications for Winter/Spring 2012.

937

New Freedom Grant/Adult Protective Services (APS) Program Planning

Interns will support the Regional Mobility Manager to facilitate the implementation and coordination of five pilot transportation projects, one in each Supervisorial District, which will provide door-assistance transportation for the disabled and very frail elderly in Los Angeles County.

Public Administration, Social Services, Gerontology, Education, Urban Studies, Social Work, Sociology and/or a general interest in community organizing and community resource development

Additional qualifications included sound problem solving skills, computers skills, good people skills, ability to establish effective working relationships with cities and service provider employees. Interns may attend community stakeholder meetings as needed. Intern must have the ability to review information on specific forms and reports and make recommendations on the completeness and accuracy of these. Good writing skills and public speaking skills. Intern with ability to determine useful community resources and opportunities that support the project(s) is a plus.

Community and Senior Services/Area Agency on Aging (CSS/AAA)

CSS Headquarters

Tasks Include:

3175 West Sixth Street

Los Angeles, CA 90020

• Gain an understanding of the resources and activities for the disabled and very frail elderly in Los Angeles County. Each intern may specialize on a specific Supervisorial District within the County of Los Angeles.

• Review prior transportation assessments, data, technical reports, studies and surveys to understand the transportation needs of the disabled and very frail elderly.

• Make recommendations to develop GIS mapping that would be supportive to the transportation program.

• Attend meetings where necessary with the CSS/AAA Regional Mobility Manager to support the coordination of key community stakeholders that provide both transportation and supportive services to the disabled and very frail elderly.

• Identify opportunities for increasing additional community stakeholder participation in the transportation project. These opportunities may include private industry or making recommendations for additional grants and supportive services.

• Identify potential “best practices” and share them with the Mobility Site Coordinators to support the overall transportation effort

• Review all reporting forms submitted by transportation sites to ensure accountability and progress toward identified contractual site milestones. Interns may be asked to call and clarify documents submitted by the Mobility Site Coordinators.

• Develop a power point presentation on how the door-assistance

transportation pilot program benefits the disabled and very frail elderly and make recommendations for improvement and/or resources that would further support the program.

939

Emergency Preparedness Intern

The Los Angeles County Fire Department is seeking interns to assist in reviewing, updating or developing catastrophic earthquake processes and protocols to develop a comprehensive catastrophic earthquake plan. This internship opportunity will provide a great overview of emergency preparedness/management and public administration.

Communications, emergency preparedness, homeland security, journalism, public relations, public safety, public administration or business administration.

Ability to make recommendations for the solution of complex problems. Proficient oral and written abilities are required. Ability to conduct research of federal, state and local policies and able to provide written or verbal interpretation.

Fire Department Headquarters
1320 N. Eastern Avenue, L.A. 90063
(just south of Cal State L.A. campus).

941

Community Health Education and Health Promotion (Undergraduate)

Duties include directly assisting with: assessing public health education needs; planning, implementing, and evaluating public health education interventions and activities; assessing, developing, and testing health-related materials and messages; conducting community outreach; and linking internal and external stakeholders with health education consultation services. The Undergraduate Health Education intern is placed within the Health Education Unit of the Area Health Office.

Must currently be a student in an Undergraduate Health Education or related Undergrad level program

Interested students should have good organization skills, attention to detail, ability to utilize evidence based resources, good communication skills, dedication, excellent writing skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher. Generating or assessing solutions; clarifying or critiquing health education information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Other languages preferred but not required.

Department of Public Health
SPA’s 1 & 2 Area Health Office

North Hollywood Health Center

5300 Tujunga Avenue

North Hollywood, CA 90601

SPA 7 Area Health Office

Whittier Public Health Center

7643 S. Painter Avenue

Whittier, CA 90602

SPA 8 Area Health Office

Curtis Tucker Health Center

123 W. Manchester Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90301

942

Community Health Education and Health Promotion (Graduate)

Duties include directly assisting with: assessing public health education needs; planning, implementing, and evaluating public health education interventions and activities; assessing, developing, and testing health-related materials and messages; conducting community outreach; and linking internal and external stakeholders with health education consultation services. The Graduate Health Education intern is placed within the Health Education Unit of the Area Health Office.

Must currently be a student in a Master’s degree accredited program of study with specialization in Public Health Education, Community Health Education, or equivalent.

Interested graduate students should: possess excellent organization, written and oral communication skills; exhibit dedication and great attention to detail, work effectively in team settings, be able to conduct research on evidence-based practices, and be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office software applications. Generating or assessing solutions; clarifying or critiquing health education information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Other languages preferred but not required. Knowledge of biostatistics and research design methods.

Department of Public Health
SPA’s 1 & 2 Area Health Office

North Hollywood Health Center

5300 Tujunga Avenue

North Hollywood, CA 90601

SPA 7 Area Health Office

Whittier Public Health Center

7643 S. Painter Avenue

Whittier, CA 90602

SPA 8 Area Health Office

Curtis Tucker Health Center

123 W. Manchester Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90301

946

Probation Supervision

Under the supervision of a DPOII – the intern will assist transitioning camp wards back to their respective communities. Training provided will enable staff and interns to co-facilitate the transitioned process by identifying barriers and opportunities that inhibit on enhancing the successful transition of youth back to the community, e.g., school enrollments, mental health services, and other court ordered referrals. Interns will also make home visits with DPO and provide information to the parent that was received from public counsel.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology and other behavioral sciences.

Ability to work within the framework of departmental procedures and policies. Solid written, verbal and communication skills. Some knowledge of basic statistics is helpful

Probation Department
Various locations throughout the County of Los Angeles.

947

Probation Supervision-Parenting Techniques

Under the supervision of DPO II trained in effective parenting techniques- the intern will work to faciliatate the process by which parents and children can begin to communicate feelings of loss and grief as well as other emotional trauma in order to open lines of communication.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology and other behavioral sciences.

Ability to work within the framework of departmental procedures and policies. Good written and verbal communication skills. Some basic knowledge of statistics is helpful.

Probation Department
1330 West Imperial Hwy. Los Angeles, CA 90044

948

Probation Intern

Under the Supervision of a Supervising Deputy Probation Officer, the intern will assist with case load responsibilities that entail contacting Probationers who have failed to report within three months or have failed to make restitution payments monthly. Additionally, the intern will complete Financial Evaluation Referrals for those Probationers who have not made monthly restitution payments in order to access their ability to pay.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Majors in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply: Criminal Justice, Social Work, Sociology, and any other behavior science.

Ability to work within the framework of departmental policies and procedures.

Probation Department
1330 West Imperial Hwy.
Los Angeles, CA 90044

949

Women’s Health Data Projects

Assist with a variety of women’s health data projects for the Office of Women’s Health including:

Epidemiology and/or

Good understanding of Epidemiology and/or Biostatistics principals. Attention to detail. Generating or assessing solutions.

Department of Public Health
Office of Women's Health
3400 Aerojet Avenue
El Monte 91731

1. Participating in the planning, development and production of the

biostatistics major;

Health Indicators for Women in Los Angeles County data report.

Experience with SAS;

2. Developing health briefs on a variety of health topics relevant to

Experience with

Women’s Health.

reviewing and

3. Compiling data sources and reports for the OWH Women’s Health Data

interpreting data;

webpage.

Knowledge of women’s

4. Performing data analysis on existing databases with the goal of

health issues is a plus.

evaluating programs and providing information for future program

planning.

951

Childhood Obesity Prevention

Duties include: assessing the nutrition and physical activity environments in licensed child care centers; assessing barriers and needs of child care directors; planning, implementing, and evaluating public health education interventions and activities; assessing, developing, and testing health-related materials and messages; training child care directors; assisting with data collection and analysis; writing reports and recommendations that can be used to create new policies; and linking internal and external stakeholders with health education consultation services. The Graduate Health Education intern is placed within the MCAH - Child and Adolescent Health Promotion and Policy Program.

Must currently be a student in a Master’s degree accredited program of study with specialization in Public Health Education, Community Health Education, or equivalent. Interested graduate students should: possess excellent organization, written and oral communication skills; exhibit dedication and great attention to detail, work effectively in team settings, be able to conduct research on evidence-based practices, and be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office software applications.

Generating or assessing solutions; clarifying or critiquing health education information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations.

Department of Public Health-
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)-Child and Adolescent Health Program and Policy
600 South Commonwealth Ave.
Los Angeles 90005

(Graduate)

952

Healthy Weight Promotion

The Graduate Health Education intern is placed within the MCAH - Child and Adolescent Health Promotion and Policy Program. Duties include: assessing barriers; planning, implementing, and evaluating public health education interventions and activities; assessing, developing, and testing health-related materials and messages; training trainers (nurses, health care providers, health educators, Promotoras); creating evaluation strategies to assess behavior change; assisting with data collection and analysis; writing reports and recommendations that can be used to create new policies; and linking internal and external stakeholders with health education consultation services.

Generating or assessing solutions; clarifying or critiquing health education information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations.

Department of Public Health-
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)-Child and Adolescent Health Program and Policy
600 South Commonwealth Ave.
Los Angeles 90005

(Graduate)

954

Childhood Obesity Prevention (Undergraduate)

The Undergraduate Health Education intern is placed within the MCAH - Child and Adolescent Health Promotion and Policy Program. Duties include assisting with: assessing the nutrition and physical activity environments in licensed child care centers; assessing barriers and needs of child care directors; planning, implementing, and evaluating public health education interventions and activities; assessing, developing, and testing health-related materials and messages; training child care directors; assisting with data collection and analysis; writing reports and recommendations that can be used to create new policies; and linking internal and external stakeholders with health education consultation services.

Must currently be an undergraduate student in an accredited program of study with specialization in Public Health Education, Community Health Education, or related majors. Interested undergraduate students should: possess excellent organization, written and oral communication skills; exhibit dedication and great attention to detail, work effectively in team settings, be able to conduct research on evidence-based practices, and be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office software applications.

Generating or assessing solutions; clarifying or critiquing health education information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations.

Department of Public Health-
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)-Child and Adolescent Health Program and Policy
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005

955

Healthy Weight Promotion (Undergraduate)

The Undergraduate Health Education intern is placed within the MCAH - Child and Adolescent Health Promotion and Policy Program. Duties include assisting with: assessing barriers; planning, implementing, and evaluating public health education interventions and activities; assessing, developing, and testing health-related materials and messages; training trainers (nurses, health care providers, health educators, Promotoras); creating evaluation strategies to assess behavior change; assisting with data collection and analysis; writing reports and recommendations that can be used to create new policies; and linking internal and external stakeholders with health education consultation services.

Generating or assessing solutions; clarifying or critiquing health education information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations.

Department of Public Health-
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)-Child and Adolescent Health Program and Policy
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005

956

Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC)

The JARC program improves access to transportation services to employment and employment related activities for welfare recipients and low-income individuals and to transport residents of urbanized and non-urbanized areas to suburban employment opportunities. The first phase of this JARC project is to conduct a Needs Assessment for Los Angeles County in order to develop the planning for transportation services.

Experience in preparing documents and reports, interacting with the public, complying with policy, and report writing. Student must be currently enrolled in a partnered college/university graduate program in the area of transportation studies, civil engineering, public administration or a closely related field. Candidate must be in good academic standing and completing the internship for academic course credit. Ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Exchange, and Visio).

Analyze local, state, and federal transportation policy and inter-governmental systems; Los Angeles urban transportation development, transit proposals and new policies and activities. Review reports and perform assessments.

Community and Senior Services

3175 W. 6th Street Ste #300

Los Angeles, CA 90020

957

Juvenile Special Services Bureau

Intern will have the opportunity to learn various Juvenile Field Operation functions such as School Based Program, Camp Community Transition Program, Intensive Gang Supervision, Juvenile Courts and Community Based Programs. The intern will also have the opportunity to learn variety of service providers, community partners, and the Juvenile Justice stakeholders in addressing at risk and high risk youth population. In addition, the intern will have first hand experience to observe various types of services addressing the issue of delinquency and family functionality: Functional Family Therapy, High Risk High Need (HRHN) Home Based Services, Gang Intervention, HRHN Employment services, Substance Abuse Program.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Junior or Senior at a partnered university. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Majors in Criminal Justice, Pyschology, English, Sociology and law.

Ability to analyzed and interpret complex assignment; articulate thought and translate into writing.

Probation Department
Various locations throughout Los Angeles County.

959

Policy Section Webpage Preparation

Will help prepare policy documents for posting on a webpage which will be accessible to department personnel. Duties will include proofreading/reviewing existing policy and new policy and correcting errors, categorizing documents into content areas and loading documents into a computer application in order to update a webpage.

Possible majors may include but are not limited to computer science, information technology, Web design or related majors.

Must be detail-oriented, with strong proofreading skills, strong analytical skill and strong organizational skill.

Children and Family Services
DCFS Policy Section, 12440 Imperial E. Hwy, Norwalk, CA 90650

961

Personnel Action Request Development
Rollout Support

The County of Los Angeles’ Department of Human Resources is implementing an electronic Personnel Action Request form. As a member of the eHR Change Management team, you will assist in the User Acceptance Testing of a new electronic Personnel Action Request form as part of the web-based Human Resources Management (HRM) System; this may involve development of training manuals and eLearning videoclips/webinars. Assist in documenting workflow of system functions and business processes. Assist in the analysis and preparation of documenting defects to the third party vendor where the testing identified defects in the system.

Courses in Public Administration or related courses and/or courses in data-warehouse/database and report generation; desired majors include but are not limited to Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field. Experience in Human Resources Administration is a plus.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills.

Human Resources – eHR Division
Headquarters at 1000 S. Fremont,
Bldg. A-9 East, Unit #51, Alhambra

962

Civic Art Project Willowbrook Intern

The Los Angeles County Arts Commission Civic Art Program, established in 2004, works with leading artists, County Departments and communities to create artwork and designs for new and renovated facilities throughout Los Angeles County. Civic Art provides leadership in the development of high quality civic spaces by integrating artists into the planning and design process at the earliest possible opportunity; encouraging innovative approaches to civic art; and providing access to artistic experiences of the highest caliber for the residents of the County of Los Angeles. The Civic Art Program has commissioned work for more than 50 County capital projects including public libraries, parks, pool houses, community centers, sheriff stations, prisons, and health centers.

The intern will work with Civic Art staff during a year-long creative exploration of the unincorporated area of Willowbrook, CA. It will include a cultural asset mapping process and ongoing cultural community engagement activities.

This project offers an opportunity to work closely with experience public art administrators, gain technical skills, such as writing, financial management, data management, community engagement, and deepen their knowledge about the public art commissioning process.

The assignment requires a person with exceptional organizational, research, writing and communication skills. Basic computer skills, such as Word and Excel, will be necessary for material creation and project tracking. A background in visual or performing arts would be an advantage to the position, as would an interest in arts administration, engaging communities, and/or arts in the public sector. Interested students must be enrolled as a junior, senior or graduate level student at a partnered university. Arts background or major is not required, but students interested in gaining experience in the arts or arts administration will be given preference.

Los Angeles County Arts Commission
1055 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA 90017

963

Marketing Outreach Project

Interns will help the DCFS Trust Fund Section with outreach projects, such as branding and marketing of the Trust Fund, social networking to increase donations and cause marketing, developing outreach materials and brochures, creating of our client and donor contact database, assist with large scale events, and provide input and handle monthly website updates.

Possible majors include communications, public relations, marketing or related majors.

Ability to analyze information and suggest actionable items.

Children and Family Services
Children’s Trust Fund
501 Shatto Place, #205, Los Angeles, CA 90020

964

County Intake Specialist Unit (CISU)
Assessment Interns

On July 1, 2011 the County of Los Angeles implemented a new County wide equity policy called the County Policy of Equity (CPOE). Under the CPOE all County workplace equity based complaints are reported to a centralized intake unit called the CISU. The interns will assist the intake unit with complaint assessments.

The CISU staffers are responsible for conducting initial telephonic interviews with the complainants to:
- Assess the facts to determine if the allegations are jurisdictional to the CPOE or not;
- Classify the complaint according to a pre-identified designation scheme for further handling.

The intern assigned to the CISU must possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and be enrolled in a Juris Doctor program.

The intern must have an interest in employment law and either completed or be enrolled in classes related to Civil Rights, Title VII, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, etc.

The intern should be skilled in conducting interviews and analysis, and is recommended to have taken a clinical course dealing with client contacts.

The ability to assess employment related equity based complaints timely is a valuable skill for anyone considering employment law as a field of practice. Law students with a basic understanding of employment law and what constitutes inappropriate workplace conduct are encouraged to apply for this internship.

Executive Office-Board of Supervisors/County Equity Oversight Panel
Kenneth Hahn – Hall of Administration
500 W. Temple St., Room B-26
Los Angeles, CA 90012

965

Multidisciplinary Team Camp (MDT)

Under the supervision of the DPO the intern will attend the MDT case planning conference. The intern will be responsible for maintaining the minor’s behavior so that he/she may be able to graduate at the assigned release date. The intern will have communications with the camp placement technician at Probation Headquarters in Downey and will be a liaison between the camp and field officer. The intern will also help minors stay on track once they learn about their future release date. Possibly some evenings and weekends will be required.

*Only accepting applications for Summer 2012. Deadline to apply is May 11th.

Proficient in Microsoft Office; Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, strong communication skills are a must. Possible majors include Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Sociology, Social Work or related majors. Must have own transportation.

Ability to analyze and interpret data information as it pertains to probation. Interns should be familiar with cogitative-behavioral theory, as well as dialectical behavioral therapy.

Probation Department
Various Los Angeles County Probation Camps

966

Emergency Survival Program (ESP) Expansion

The Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management is looking for a bright, energetic, and innovative thinker to help expand our Emergency Survival Program. Under the direction of the Program Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for developing strategies to increase community awareness, disaster planning and emergency preparedness. Candidate will assist in the development and implementation of a comprehensive marketing and public relations campaign to help expand and reinvent the program and secure sponsorships. In addition, the intern will assist in the creation of marketing materials (brochures, handouts and posters), report covers, form redesign, project documents and website graphics.

Additional duties include:
§ Involvement in outreach and community engagement activities and expos
§ Inventorying and distributing printed materials
§ Proofreading and organizing files
§ Brainstorming fresh social media content ideas
§ Researching and writing stories for departmental newsletter
§ Researching industry best practices and additional funding opportunities
§ General office duties, meeting planning and note taking

Ideal candidate will be a high energy, creative, self-starter that has an interest in community service and program design. Additionally, the candidate must possess strong oral communication and people skills to discuss informational content and conduct business inquiries. A working knowledge of computers and related software applications such as Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and/or In Design is strongly preferred. Candidate must be analytical, resourceful, and detail-oriented. Possible majors can include, but are not limited to: Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Public Administration/Policy, and Emergency Management.

The candidate should possess strong analytical, cognitive, trouble-shooting, and problem-solving skills; and should be able to write and edit written material.

Chief Executive Office-Office of Emergency Management
1275 N. Eastern Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90063

969

Research, Evaluation, and Planning (REP) Unit

The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Programs is seeking highly motivated student intern to provide support for various projects within the Research, Evaluation and Planning (REP) Unit.
The purpose of the internship is for the intern(s) to gain exposure and experience in MCAH research and evaluation related issues.

Description of Major Assignments for the Student Intern:
• Los Angeles County Mommy and Baby (LAMB) Survey
The student intern will help review the survey tool, conduct phone interviews, manage/analyze data, discuss findings with community-stakeholders to develop effective strategies in improving birth outcomes, and report writing. For more information about the LAMB Project, please visit http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/mch/LAMB/LAMB.html

•LA Health Overview of a Pregnant Event (HOPE) Survey
The student intern will help review the survey tool, maintain fetal/infant surveillance system, analyze data, and discuss findings with community-stakeholders to develop effective strategies in reducing infant/fetal mortality. For more information about the LA HOPE Project, please visit http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/mch/LAHOPE/LAHOPE.html

•The Family Health Outcomes Project (FHOP) Report
The student intern will assist the REP Unit staff to generate and compile the FHOP report by analyzing vital statistics records using SAS, and develop health briefs or conduct further analyses on various MCAH issues from the FHOP Report. For an example of the FHOP Report, please visit http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/mch/fhop/FHOP08/FHOP08.htm

Other projects include, but are not limited to
•Perinatal Periods of Risk (PPOR) Approach
The student intern will work closely with our community partners such as Black Infant Health (BIH) Program to conduct comprehensive PPOR analysis to assist BIH program in developing a specific project based on the PPOR findings for each of the existing five BIH contractors. These duties include: updating PPOR analysis using available data, assisting BIH contractors in implementing their PPOR projects, providing technical support, and attending local community based meetings.

•The Los Angele County Action Learning Collaborative (LACALC):
The student intern will assist the team to develop an in-depth epidemiological report based on available and pertinent data sources and research findings to describe and assessing racism and infant death in LAC, following a life-course perspective; develop and revise LAMB and LA HOPE tools to further elucidate the association between racism and adverse birth outcomes; identify existing resources, potential partners, and opportunities for collaboration to further confront racism; and to develop a framework for an online learning community to share knowledge and resources for customizing training to local communities and target audiences. http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/mch/ReproductiveHealth/PEDIM%20ALC%20Website.pdf

•Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Surveillance Project
The student intern will work with SIDS Program Coordinator and REP Unit staff to review coroner’s reports, extract pertinent information and input into the SIDS Surveillance database. For more information about SIDS Programs, please visit http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/mch/sids/sids.htm

Depending on the intern’s skill, experience and interest, the student intern will be encouraged to develop his/her own analysis topics and carry out the project independently with assistance from REP Unit staff based on available data.

College students interested in a career in public health or graduate students in public health related fields. Preferred but not required: Experience conducting telephone interviews; knowledge of MS Access and SAS; Basic knowledge of Epidemiology and research design.

Generating or assessing solutions; clarifying or critiquing health information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations.

Department of Public Health-
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH) – Research Evaluation & Planning (REP) Unit
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Suite 800, Los Angeles
90005

972

Asthma Collaborative of Los Angeles County (Graduate)

The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Programs is seeking highly motivated student interns to work with the Adolescent Health Programs and Policy. The Asthma Collaborative of Los Angeles County is a public/private collaborative of providers and other community stakeholders interesting in addressing both the clinical management, systems-level change, and environmental policy needs necessary to decrease the incidence and prevalence of asthma in the County, with particular focus on the needs of children. Intern assignment includes focusing on policy needs regarding indoor or outdoor air quality and devising and implementing strategies to address those needs. Interns with prior training in a clinical field could choose to work on clinical management and health care systems change to improve the delivery of high quality clinical services to children with asthma and improve access to services.

Graduate students in public health or public policy related degree programs.

The ability to formulate and test hypotheses, critique relevant literature, and think analytically.

Public Health
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)
Adolescent Health Programs and Policy
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Suite 800, Los Angeles

973

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention/ Health Education (Graduate)

The mission of the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program is to prevent the adverse impact of lead poisoning on the children of Los Angeles County by reducing the incidence of lead poisoning and providing a comprehensive response to support lead burdened children and their families. One of the programs that support this mission is the Health Education Unit.

The intern will support countywide outreach and education to prevent childhood lead poisoning by:
                     ● developing a Health Education Resource Catalogue for physicians
                     ● developing an online, visual, information guide on traditional remedies, cosmetics and other products reported to contain lead
● developing a public information handout on home remedies and cosmetics targeted to the Middle Eastern Community
       ● participating in community health fairs
                     ●participating in health education classes
                     ●responding to community calls about lead poisoning prevention,
                          lead safe work practices and other concerns

For more information about CLPPP, please visit
http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/lead/http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/lead/

Graduate students in public health related degree programs.

The ability to critique relevant literature, and think analytically.

Public Health
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA 90005

974

Reproductive Health Programs (Graduate)

The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Programs is seeking highly motivated student interns to work with the Reproductive Health Programs unit. The purpose of the internship is for the intern(s) to gain exposure and experience in MCAH research and policy development. The interns assigned to Reproductive Health Programs will help analyze and develop policies related to reproductive health issues such as preconception health, perinatal depression, obesity, and breastfeeding promotion.

Graduate students in public health or public policy related degree programs.

The ability to formulate and test hypotheses, critique relevant literature, and think analytically.

Public Health
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)
Reproductive Health Programs
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA 90005

975

Health Reform and Impact on Health Insurance- Opportunities for Los Angeles County Department of Public Health -Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health (MCAH) Programs Population (Graduate)

The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health MCAH Programs is seeking highly motivated student interns to work with the Children’s Health Outreach Initiatives (CHOI) Unit. The purpose of the internship is for the intern(s) to gain exposure and experience in MCAH research and policy development. The intern assigned to CHOI will work with current data systems to develop an analysis and brief on the opportunities and challenges health reform may provide to health insurance coverage for select MCAH populations in Los Angeles County

Graduate students in public health or public policy related degree programs.

The ability to formulate and test hypotheses, critique relevant literature, and think analytically.

Public Health
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)
Children’s Health Outreach Initiatives (CHOI)
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA 90005

976

Los Angeles County Adolescent Health Collaborative (Graduate)

Graduate students in public health or public policy related degree programs.

The ability to formulate and test hypotheses, critique relevant literature, and think analytically.

Public Health
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs (MCAH)
Adolescent Health Programs and Policy
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA 90005

977

Priority Setting for Adolescent Health Needs (Graduate)

The Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health (MCAH) Child and Adolescent Health Program and Policy will be conducting an assessment of adolescent health needs, community capacity and evidence based interventions and best practices. Identified health needs will be prioritized and shared with stakeholders in a collaborative effort to develop appropriate interventions or policy that will help shape the unit’s activities for the next few years.

Duties include: conducting an adolescent health literature review, assessing and prioritizing adolescent health issues; assisting in the coordination of an Adolescent Health Summit; planning, implementing, and evaluating adolescent public health interventions and activities; assisting with data collection and analysis; writing reports and recommendations that can be used to create new policies. The graduate intern is placed within the MCAH - Child and Adolescent Health Promotion and Policy Program.

Candidates in an MPH, MPP, PhD or MD program are eligible to apply. Interested graduate students should: possess excellent organization, written and oral communication skills; exhibit dedication and great attention to detail, work effectively in team settings, be able to conduct literature reviews and research on evidence-based practices, conduct data analysis and be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office software applications.

Candidate should be able to synthesize various sources of information to help collaborators focus on feasible adolescent interventions.

Public Health
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs
Child and Adolescent Health Program and Policy
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005

978

Ongoing LEED Certification for Qualifying County Buildings

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) developed the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program to assist building owners and operators with a practical framework for implementing practical green building design, construction, operation and maintenance. The County of Los Angeles has several LEED-certified buildings. However, the certification is good for two years. The challenge for the County is how to maintain LEED certification beyond the initial two years. The QPC is seeking a junior, senior or graduate level university student to interface with the Internal Services Department-Office of Sustainability, Department of Public Works and the Regional Planning Department on ways to achieve ongoing LEED certification for qualifying buildings. The student will work with and under the supervision of the QPC executive director.

Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, are required. Students majoring in environmental studies, public administration, public policy, political science, urban planning or related majors are encouraged to apply.

Good organizational skills are mandatory.

Chief Executive Office,
Quality and Productivity Commission (QPC)
500 W. Temple St., Room 565, L.A. 90012

979

Community Studies East Support Staff

The Community Studies East Section is seeking a Student Intern to assist staff in planning studies, analyses and research, writing, community outreach, and product design and development. This internship provides an exciting opportunity to work closely with planning staff, citizens, and other stakeholders on the plans and regulations that shape neighborhoods in unincorporated Los Angeles County. The intern will participate in the research, writing, design, and development of elements of community plans; attend inter-departmental meetings; participate in field research and zoning enforcement activities; and assist in organizing community participation and planning activities. The candidate will gain valuable knowledge in planning concepts and approaches; technical skills in design, mapping, and data analysis; and a strong understanding and exposure to local government practices.

College student enrolled in or, previously enrolled in Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Geography related classes. Knowledge and ability to understand zoning maps is desired and have the ability to manipulate maps and create photo simulations, and be highly creative and enthusiastic. Proficient in basic computer programs such as word, excel, power point; some experience is desired in one or more of the following programs: Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop or Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Interest in urban planning, public policy, community organizing, or geography is a plus.

The candidate must have strong organizational skills, ability to communicate and understand information, and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage assignments.

Regional Planning
Community Studies East Section
320 W. Temple Street, 13th Floor
Los Angeles CA 90012

980

Departmental Strategic Planning Program for the Department of Beaches and Harbors

The Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is looking for a bright, energetic, and innovative thinker to help with a Strategic Planning Program that is being developed for the Department of Beaches and Harbors. The Strategic Planning Program will enable executives/management within that department to set effective long-term goals, strategies, and objectives which are in line with the County Strategic Plan.

The intern will work with the DHR Strategic Planning team within the Organizational and Employee Development Division to assist in developing strategic scanning, balanced score card analysis, and statistical analysis of leading indicators for the Department of Beaches and Harbors.

Critical reasoning skills; strong oral and written communication skills; knowledge of research analysis. Basic statistical skills are required. Candidate must be skilled at reading and interpreting graphs and charts. Candidate should have a working knowledge of Excel data analysis and statistical programs in order to create graphs, charts, and complete analysis based on qualitative and quantitative data. Ideal candidate will possess knowledge of strategic planning; familiarity with concepts of ROI and balanced scorecard. A major in Public Administration or Business, with emphasis on statistics, would be preferable.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Department Of Human Resources
3333 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 350
Los Angeles, CA 90010

and

Dept. of Beaches and Harbors
Administration Building, 13837 Fiji Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292

981

DHR Intern Equity Investigator

On July 1, 2011 the County of Los Angeles implemented a new Countywide equity policy called the County Policy of Equity (CPOE). This Policy is intended to preserve the dignity and professionalism of the workplace as well as protect the right of employees to be free from discrimination, sexual harassment, unlawful harassment (other than sexual), retaliation and inappropriate conduct toward others based on a protected status. Under the CPOE all County workplace equity based complaints are investigated by the County’s Equity Investigations Unit (CEIU), Department of Human Resources.

The CEIU equity investigators gather facts and data on all employment discrimination complaints and allegations of CPOE violations in accordance with County policies, processes and procedures. The equity investigators present all facts gathered relevant to a particular complaint to the County Equity Oversight Panel (CEOP) that decides on the disposition of the complaint.

The DHR Intern(s) Equity investigators will learn to perform the following tasks:

• Analyze Equity-Related complaints filed under the Policy of Equity.
• Develop, analyze and report investigative data.
• Understand the “Theories of Discrimination” applicable to the complaints; the equity basis; the acts of harm, and the methodology to be used in investigating the complaint.
• Prepare an investigative plan and timeline that for the investigation and presentation to the CEOP.
• Conduct taped Interviews of witnesses and take comprehensive written notes.
• Write and prepare investigative summaries that articulate facts and clear explanation of information gathered.
• Prepare case files for presentation and submit appropriate exhibits and other documents to support facts gathered during the investigation.
• Prepare responses to complaints filed with external federal and state enforcement agencies.

The intern(s) will be mentored and supervised by experienced investigators.

The ideal candidate(s) is preferably majoring in human resources, information technology, mathematics, public administration, public policy or a Juris Doctor program. Related majors are encouraged to apply.

Desirable qualifications are: Completed or, enrolled in classes related to Civil Rights, Title VII of the Civil rights Act of 1964, as amended, or other employment law related courses.

The intern(s) should be skilled in conducting interviews and analysis. Interested students must submit writing samples.

With the guidance and supervision of a trained equity investigator, the intern(s) must recognize and identify potential protected activity and inappropriate workplace conduct.

The ability to investigate employment related equity based complaints in a timely manner is a valuable skill for anyone considering employment law as a field of practice. Students who possess a basic understanding of employment law and what constitutes inappropriate workplace conduct are encouraged to apply for this internship.

Department Of Human Resources
Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 W. Temple Street, Room 588
Los Angeles 90012

983

Graphic Design Intern

The Graphic Design Intern will be responsible for assisting Graphic Artists in various projects, such as (but not limited to) posters, flyers, event/theme graphics, newsletters, brochures, logos, designs and multimedia/web graphics. This is a great opportunity for the intern to have some of his/her work printed or displayed.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a major in Graphic Design. He/She is proficient in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop on a Mac platform and has some knowledge of Microsoft Office and QuarkXPress. A foundation in traditional art/media (such as drawing, illustration, photography) and knowledge of printing processes, typography, layout and color correction of imagery are a plus. The ideal candidate has good craftsmanship, organizational skills, the ability to troubleshoot, pay attention to detail and develop designs from concept to completion.

The candidate must have strong visual, interpersonal and written skills and the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and office personnel regarding projects and deadlines.

Chief Executive Office
Graphic Arts
500 W. Temple Street, Room 767
Los Angeles, CA 90012

984

Legislative Analysis of Land Use Planning Related Laws and Regulations

Review legislation and/or regulations to determine the impact to the Department of Regional Planning (DRP) and make recommendation to management; research available relevant information on legislation and/or regulations and distribute to DRP staff; assist in planning and coordinating DRP submittal of new and updated legislation and/or regulation proposals.

College student enrolled in or, previously enrolled in Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Geography related classes. Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to perform critical analysis. Prepare bill summary and legislative analysis.

The candidate must have strong organizational skills, ability to communicate and understand information, and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage assignments.

Department of Regional Planning
320 W. Temple Street, 13th Floor
Room 1383
Los Angeles, CA 90012

985

Health Communications Intern (Grad)

In 2005, LA County’s Quality and Productivity Commission launched a countywide plain language initiative. Plain language is communication audiences understand the first time they read or hear it. Plain language makes health-related documents easier to find, understand, and use. Health Education Administration (HEA) leads DPH’s plain language activities, including assuring the department’s educational materials (e.g. brochures, fact sheets, posters) comply with established quality standards. DPH quality standards include key areas like plain language, clinical accuracy, cultural appropriateness, and consistent branding. HEA seeks a Health Communications Intern to assist in developing, revising, testing, and translating educational materials. Communications will address diverse audiences including parents, students, health professionals, non-profit agencies, and faith based organizations. The Intern will work with professionals throughout the department to learn more about plain language, health literacy, and health education.

Must currently be a student in a Master’s degree accredited program of study with specialization in Public Health Education, Community Health Education, or Communications. Interested graduate students should posses: mastery of health behavior theory; excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational ability; great attention to detail; skill to work both independently and in team settings; and skill using Microsoft Office software applications.

Ability to identify, analyze, and revise health education information; generate communications strategies for diverse populations.

Department of Public Health (DPH)/ Quality Improvement Division / Health Education Administration (HEA)
600 S. Commonwealth Ave. 7th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90005

986

Evaluation Intern-GRAD

The Health Education Administration (HEA) of the Department of Public Health promotes health through effective health education communications, an empowered health education workforce, and successful partnerships. As a result, HEA manages several department-wide initiatives including dissemination of information through the [HEALTHED] Listserv, worksite wellness for 4,000 employees, coordinating speaking requests through the Speakers’ Bureau, assuring the quality of departmental educational materials, and conducting plain language training. Each activity produces data that is used to identify areas of improvement and evaluate the overall effectiveness of HEA activities. HEA seeks an Evaluation Intern to support HEA’s evaluation efforts. Duties may include one or more of the following: developing data gathering tools (e.g. online surveys, focus group guides); building databases using Access or other software; entering and cleaning-up data; analyzing data using statistical software and methods; writing reports based on resulting data, and reporting results to key stakeholders.

Must currently be a student in a Master’s degree accredited program of study with specialization in Public Health Education, Community Health Education, or Epidemiology/Biostatics. Interested graduate students should posses: excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational ability; great attention to detail; skill to work both independently and in team settings; ability to conduct and implement research on evidence-based practices; and intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Access); ability to use Geographic Information System (GIS) applications is preferred.

Ability to interpret quantitative statistical analysis and develop evaluation reports.

Department of Public Health (DPH)/ Quality Improvement Division / Health Education Administration (HEA)
600 S. Commonwealth Ave., 7th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90005

987

Worksite Wellness Intern

The Health Education Administration (HEA) of the Department of Public Health promotes health through effective health education communications, an empowered health education workforce, and successful partnerships. As a result, HEA manages DPH’s worksite wellness activities for a workforce of nearly 4,000 employees. HEA seeks an Worksite Wellness Intern to support duties that may include one or more of the following: planning, implementing, and/or evaluating interventions related to wellness, such as healthy eating, physical activity, and stress management; researching best practices in worksite wellness; developing communications, such as newsletter articles, e-mails, website content, videos, and/or printed health education materials targeting DPH staff.

Must currently be a student in a Master’s degree accredited program of study with specialization in Public Health, Community Health, or Health Education. Interested graduate students should possess: mastery of health behavior theory; excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational ability; great attention to detail; ability to work both independently and in team settings; ability to conduct and implement research on evidence-based practices; and skill using Microsoft Office software applications. Basic knowledge of exercise science, kinesiology, and sports nutrition; knowledge of methods for curriculum and training design; group instruction skills.

Ability to identify, analyze, and revise health education information; generate communications strategies for diverse populations.

Department of Public Health (DPH)/ Quality Improvement Division / Health Education Administration (HEA)
600 S. Commonwealth Ave., 7th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90005

988

Human Resources Assignment Database

Assist with the development of a database to be used for the tracking of workload and productivity levels. The intern will assess assignment patterns (type, quantity, responsibility level, etc.) and provide comprehensive recommendations for the database design. The intern will also develop data analysis and technical reports to be used by management for workforce planning.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel and Access database functions. Computer science, business administration, mathematics, public administration or related majors.

Strong cognitive and analytical skills. Ability to analyze and interpret data information.

Children and Family Services
Human Resources Division
425 Shatto Place, Los Angeles, CA 90010

989

Human Resources Newsletter

Intern needed to develop a monthly newsletter for the Human Resources Division. The newsletter will highlight Human Resources contributions to the Department’s mission and productivity rates. The Intern will devise the newsletter layout, research material for articles, write articles and prepare the document for publication on a monthly basis.

Communication, English, journalism, marketing or related majors.

Strong cognitive and analytical skills with ability to compile and synthesize information.

Children and Family Services
Human Resources Division
425 Shatto Place, Los Angeles, CA 90010

990

Human Resources Managers’ Protocol Guide

Intern needed to develop the Human Resources Managers’ Protocol Guide. The Intern will interpret administrative procedures and translate information into simplified protocols for managers’ use.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel and Word. Business administration, human resources, management, public administration or related majors.

Strong cognitive and analytical skills with ability to compile and synthesize information.

Children and Family Services
Human Resources Division
425 Shatto Place, Los Angeles, CA 90010

992

Headquarters Culinary Rotation

This project will provide the unique opportunity to work at the Sheriff’s Headquarters (SHQ) cafeteria providing breakfast, lunch, special catering events and beverage service to employees, as well as guests and visitors. This environment will allow you to gain culinary administrative skill, food safety knowledge, experience culinary industrial-sized machinery, food presentation skill, create and/or present menu ideas as well as work with standardized recipes. You will also be able to liaison with members of the sheriff’s department, line cooks, dietitians and other kitchen personnel. By completion of your internship, you should be able to prepare food for large parties, be knowledgeable of HACCP regulations, and have built management skills necessary for hospital, hotel, government, and catering agencies. You will be able to use industrial culinary equipment, present food in an appetizing, eye appealing manner, you will also be able to standardized and create recipes for menu selection.

Enrollment in a college that is an approved partner with the Community-Based Enterprise Education Program (C-BEEP). Hospitality or culinary art majors with at-least one year of educational training. Interns are expected to be open-minded, willing to learn, have enthusiasm, work well with others, and possess a good work ethic.

Demonstrates critical thinking and decision-making abilities in time management, menu planning, employee evaluation, and combine academic training, practical experience, critical thinking, information technology, and problem-solving skills to provide quality food production.

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
Food Services Unit
450 Bauchet Street, Room #E815
Los Angeles, CA 90012

993

Environmental Health Permits & Inspections Management Information System
(EHPIMS) Implementation

Implement EHPIMS data capturing software which will replace current stand-alone data capture applications. Intern(s) will assist in troubleshooting hardware, software and network issues. Student(s) may modify web page contents and perform programming tasks such as program design, software coding and testing.

Intern(s) shall possess education/experience in computer information systems or related fields of study. Ideal candidate(s) will possess a working knowledge of Secondary Query Language (SQL).

Intern(s) must be able to assist in analysis, design, evaluation, testing, and implementation of computer systems, and be able to provide customer service through help desk support and interact directly with network users.

Public Health – Environmental Health Division
Environmental Health HQ office
5050 Commerce Drive
Baldwin Park, CA

996

C-Section Reduction Project

The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Programs Reproductive Health Programs is conducting research and analysis of strategies to reduce the number of non critical cesarean sections that occur among women of color in Los Angeles County. Activities include: participate in analyzing data developing educational strategies, recommendations for providers, patients and community based organizations to address rising c-section rate in Los Angeles County.

Candidates in Master’s program for Public Health, Marketing, Sociology or other related field are eligible to apply. Interested graduate students should: possess excellent organization, written and oral communication skills; exhibit dedication and great attention to detail, work effectively in team settings, be able to conduct literature reviews and research on evidence-based practices, conduct data analysis and be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office software applications.

The ability to generate or assess solutions; clarify or critique health information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations.

Public Health – Reproductive Health Programs
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90005

997

Reducing Postpartum Obesity in New Moms

The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Programs Reproductive Health Programs is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist in implementing an innovative project that promotes healthy weight management for women during postpartum period. Activities would include: participating in developing communications platforms that address the various components of the project’s toolkit- nutrition, exercise, wellness; working with community based organizations as well as health plans to implement various aspects of the project.

The ability to generate or assess solutions; clarify or critique health information and materials; generating program ideas for hard-to-reach populations.

Public Health – Reproductive Health Programs
600 South Commonwealth Ave., Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90005

998

Public Library Centennial Project

Interns will work as a project coordinator for the Public Library’s 100th year Centennial project. Duties include:
• Assisting Public Affairs Manager in coordinating events associated with the 2012 Public Library Centennial event
• Developing a system to track key project milestones and deadlines
• Following up with team members to ensure timely completion of assignments
• Coordinating the pictures and video clips
• Working with the Public Affairs Manager, Youth Services and Adult Services Administrators on Library branding
• Developing materials, flyers, and brochures

Must currently be an undergraduate or graduate student in the following programs: Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Communications or other related majors.

Attention to detail, ability to work in a team environment, good organizational and presentation skills, and a working familiarity with social media sites (i.e. facebook, twitter, etc.).

Department of Public Library
Public Library Headquarters
7400 E. Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA 90242

999

Online Summer Reading Program

Interns will assist in the development of a marketing campaign that will inform library customers regarding the online summer reading program. Duties include:
• Developing ways to increase library customers engagement
• Coordinating press release entries
• Writing descriptions for calendar of events
• Encouraging staff to report their summer reading activities
• Creating a database and updating media contact list
• Developing materials, flyers, brochures, and newsletters

Must currently be an undergraduate or graduate student in the following programs: Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Liberal Arts or other related majors.

Attention to detail, ability to work in a team environment, good organizational and presentation skills, and a working familiarity with social media sites (i.e. facebook, twitter, etc.).

Department of Public Library
Public Library Headquarters
7400 E. Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA 90242

1000

eCommerce Campaign

Interns will assist in the development of marketing campaign that will educate the library customers on the eCommerce program by paying fines and fees online. Duties include:
• Developing ways to increase library customers engagement
• Creating a comprehensive campaign to inform library customers about the online payment program
• Developing or working with Graphic Artist and library managers on designing marketing materials (e.g. posters, hand-outs, and banners)
• Developing internet contact to increase awareness of the eCommerce Program
• Creating press releases

Must currently be an undergraduate or graduate student in the following programs: Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Communications or other related majors.

Attention to detail, ability to work in a team environment, good organizational and presentation skills, and a strong familiarity with social media sites (i.e. facebook, twitter, etc.).

Department of Public Library
Public Library Headquarters
7400 E. Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA 90242