Research Intern

Monday - Friday, 830a - 5:00pm; times may vary

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

The goal of the UNC Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention ( HPDP) is to prevent chronic disease and reduce health disparities. Investigators and staff at HPDP work with communities to conduct research, provide training and translate research findings into policy and practice. Research areas include nutrition and physical activity, cardiovascular health, diabetes, obesity, healthy food access, cancer prevention and control, children's health, rural health, and health equity. HPDP is part of a network of 23 CDC Prevention Research Centers across the United States.

THIS POSTING IS FOR TWO IDENTICAL POSITIONS ( POSITION NUMBERS 20047224 AND 20064669). BY APPLYING, YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR BOTH AVAILABLE POSITIONS.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The UNC Community Health and Wellness Resource ( CHWR) team is offering a research internship for undergraduate students interested in public health. The CHWR team conducts innovative research designed to support caregivers and those in their care through equitable, innovative strategies that promote health and wellness. The purpose of the internship is to provide hands-on research experience for an undergraduate student who may be interested in a career in public health.

Research Interns with the CHWRG can expect the following:

- High-quality, short-term work experience
- 8 to12 week Summer internship appointment
- 20-30 hour work week
- Professional development opportunities including participation in professional development workshops
- One-on-one mentoring from senior staff at various stages of the research process
- Potential to network with researchers outside the CHWRG and area of expertise
- Seminars from researchers and/or public health organizations
- Experience conducting public health research and engagement with researchers working across multiple projects

Current CHWRG research projects the Research Intern may have the opportunity to engage with include:

- Senior Living Physical Activity Support: Goal - Develop evidence-based practices for implementing physical activity in senior living settings.

- Light Sensors for Measuring Young Children's Screen Time: Goal - Assist with data entry and possible data collection orientation

- Social-Emotional Learning in Child Care: Goal - Identify strategies for positive social-emotional learning in child care settings.

- Motor Skill Development in Child Care: Goal - Identify strategies for positive motor skill development in child care settings.

- Weight-Related Health Promotion for Child Care Staff: Goal - Assist in developing weight management content for child care professionals.

- Go NAPSACC - National Dissemination Model: Goal - Evaluate a national effort to improve environmental quality in child care settings.

- Resilience and Physical Activity Programs for Child Care Staff: Goal - Assist in developing resilience and physical activity content for child care professionals

- Health Promotion for Families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities ( IDD): Goal - Conduct formative research with families of young children (0-6 years old) with IDD.

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

This internship is designed for full-time undergraduate students. Undergraduate students who will graduate prior to the summer of employment are not eligible.

- Students must reside in the U.S. throughout their internship. International students who are planning to live in the U.S. during the summer of 2024 are eligible to apply. Any applicant who does not plan to live in the United States during the summer is not eligible for hire in the 2025 cycle.

- Short statement/letter (-300 words) about why this is of interest to applicant

- Students must be able to complete some of their work in-person at the CHWR offices (1700 MLK Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514).

Students meeting the National Institutes of Health's definition of Socio-Economic Disadvantaged backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application must include:

- Short statement/letter (-300 words) about why this is of interest to applicant

- Names and contact information for 2-3 references
- Students meeting the National Institutes of Health's definition of Socio-Economic Disadvantaged backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.