Teens Make Health Happen Mentorship - Spring 2026
Who We Are
We're HealthCorps - a national, non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of youth, both mentally and physically, through innovative and engaging experiences for teens in education, leadership, and service learning. We empower teens by encouraging them to become change agents within their families, schools, and neighborhoods.
Where You Fit In
We're looking for a creative, friendly, self-starter who will implement an innovative wellness club, Teens Make Health Happen in high schools in New York City. The TMHH Club empowers teens to make healthier choices for themselves and their families. You'll serve as a catalyst for sustainable change, promoting improved health and wellness and creating leadership opportunities for teens at your assigned sites.
Responsibilities
- Develop Strong Relationships
- Assess Your Schools' Needs and Progress
- Manage Teens Make Health Happen Clubs
- Share and Make Aware
- Commit to the HealthCorps Mission
- Represent HealthCorps in the New York Region
Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications: An undergraduate or graduate college student majoring, or interested, in public health, public policy, biology, nutrition, marketing, psychology, education, social work or other related fields
- In good academic standing with your university
- A commitment of 6-8+ hours each week to the internship for the entire fall or spring semester
- A self-expectation and strong desire to grow personally and professionally as a leader in the community, and as a speaker who is comfortable in learning and presenting on health-related topics to a teen audience
Physical Requirements
- Ability to travel to assigned sites, which may include distances of up to 30 miles/ within the New York region
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at all times
Benefits
You will gain college credit for the internship. Depending on the specific requirements and guidelines of your university this may be in the form of college or course credit or practicum hours. You will receive ongoing training, professional development, and mentorship throughout the duration of the internship. You will gain direct experience in public health and the education system and have opportunities to network with community leaders in the field.