Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship

About the role

HealthCorps is seeking a Teens Make Health Happen (TMHH) Mentor to lead wellness clubs in local high schools and empower youth. This flexible, hands‑on opportunity is ideal for students interested in public health, education, psychology, social work, nutrition, biology, marketing, public policy, and related fields. The position is based in Philadelphia, PA & Wilmington, DE, requiring 6–8+ hours per week during the 2026‑2027 academic year. Stipend and college credit are available.

Responsibilities

• Lead TMHH wellness clubs in 2–3 middle and/or high schools (approximately 3–4 hrs/week onsite).
• Mentor students on wellness, leadership, and community‑based projects.
• Support student‑led activities such as step challenges, lunchtime demos, and school improvement events.
• Build relationships with school staff and teen wellness leaders.
• Track impact through assessments and program documentation.
• Host monthly “Café O’Yea” wellness demonstrations.
• Share program highlights on social media.
• Represent HealthCorps at school and community events.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate student in a related field (public health, education, social sciences, etc.).
• Pass background checks (criminal, child abuse, FBI fingerprinting, etc.).
• In good academic standing.
• Commit 6–8+ hours/week for the 2026‑2027 academic year.
• Comfortable working with teens and presenting wellness topics.
• Ability to travel up to 30 miles within Greater Philadelphia/Wilmington.
• Able to lift up to 15 lbs.

Benefits

• Stipend to help cover transportation, meals, and participation costs.
• College credit through university partnership.
• Professional development through training, mentorship, and leadership skill‑building.
• Meaningful impact by leading wellness clubs and empowering youth.

About HealthCorps

HealthCorps is a national nonprofit delivering innovative health and wellness programming to teens, with a mission to address health inequities and develop the next generation of healthy leaders. The organization values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and strives to create a workplace where all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives are welcomed.