Mentor & Alumni Internship

Teens Make Health Happen (TMHH) Mentor & Alumni Internship

at HealthCorps

Remote [National Team]

Are you interested in serving your community and empowering the next generation of healthy leaders? HealthCorps and our mission to improve the lives of youth, both mentally and physically, provides you with the opportunity to do just that.

Who We Are

We’re HealthCorps – a national, non-profit organization committed to improving lives by addressing health challenges in communities through programming that provides innovative and engaging experiences for teens in education, leadership, and service learning.

Through our Teens Make Health Happen program, we empower teens by encouraging them to become change agents within their families, schools, and neighborhoods. Our work is grounded in the understanding that limited access to health education can lead to lifelong social, emotional, and physical challenges.

Where You Fit In

We’re looking for a creative, organized, and proactive intern to support the development, engagement, and celebration of our nationwide network of near-peer college mentors and HealthCorps alumni.

As a TMHH Mentor & Alumni Intern, you will work under the Mentor and Alumni Program Manager & Director to help strengthen the mentor experience, capture and share impact stories, and support the growth of our alumni community. This internship offers meaningful, professional experience in youth development, workforce development, public health, and nonprofit programming—all while operating fully remotely.

This role provides hands-on experience in alumni/mentor engagement, learning management system (LMS) support, online networking platform management, and program development.

What You’ll Do

As a TMHH Mentor & Alumni Intern with HealthCorps, you will support the digital, operational, and community-building efforts that enhance the overall mentor and alumni experience.

Mentor & Alumni Experience + Platform Support

• Support the development and improvement of digital resources, trainings, guides, and onboarding materials that strengthen the mentor experience and professional development opportunities.

• Maintain and organize content within the Learning Management System (LMS), including uploading materials, updating modules, and tracking completion to ensure a smooth user experience.

• Assist with the ongoing development and growth of the HealthCorps Alumni Connect LinkedIn Group, including member engagement, resource sharing, discussion facilitation, networking opportunities, and promotion of alumni events and initiatives.

• Help collect and compile feedback from mentors and alumni to inform program and platform improvements.

• Troubleshoot basic user questions and identify opportunities to enhance system usability, engagement, and accessibility.

• Support mentor and alumni recognition efforts, including digital spotlights, newsletters, and awards.

• Assist with planning and coordinating virtual alumni events, focus groups, networking sessions, and career development opportunities.

• Maintain accurate alumni records and contribute to strategies that strengthen communication, outreach, and long-term engagement.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work closely with the Mentor and Alumni Program Manager to support ongoing national initiatives.

• Collaborate with college mentors and Regional Program Managers and Coordinators nationwide to gather stories, understand local needs, and support program improvement.

• Participate in national intern huddles and cross-team meetings to align on messaging, strategy, and workflow.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• An undergraduate or graduate college student majoring in, 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.

• A self-expectation and strong desire to grow personally and professionally as a leader in the non-profit, youth development, digital learning environments.

• A self-starter with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with Canva, learning management systems (LMS), or online networking platforms is a plus.

• Preferred experience: prior Teens Make Health Happen mentor

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

• Must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively in a fully remote environment

Benefits

What You’ll Gain

College Credit:

HealthCorps will work with you and your university to provide 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.

Stipend:

You will receive a stipend intended to help alleviate potential costs that you may incur from participating in the program. You may use these funds for whatever you feel you need it for (technology needs, professional development materials, transportation for any local site visits, etc.) and it will be distributed in monthly installments.

Professional Development:

You will receive ongoing training, mentorship, and access to national intern development sessions. You’ll gain direct experience in public health, communications, and education systems.

Networking & Impact:

You’ll connect with HealthCorps media, wellness, and education professionals and contribute to mission-driven storytelling that helps inspire the next generation of healthy leaders.

Additional Position Details

Ensuring an inclusive workplace where we learn from each other, and our communities is core to HealthCorps’ values. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and are seeking individuals that align with these same core beliefs. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to provide a sense of belonging for everyone.

HealthCorps, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HealthCorps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics, and in compliance with all state and federal law requirements.

HealthCorps, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

HealthCorps, Inc. reserves the right to conduct background investigations and/or reference checks on all its potential mentors. Your mentorship offer is contingent upon a clearance of a background investigation and/or reference check.

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