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Cancer Prevention Policy Implementation Intern

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, NC, United States


Department

Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic Public Health Sciences: Social Sciences
Status

Part time
Benefits Eligible

Yes
Hours Per Week

20
Schedule Details / Additional Information

The work schedule is flexible during daylight hours, but the intern must work at least 5 hours per week. Work location is the student office at 525@Vine, 4th Floor.
Job Title

Cancer Prevention Policy Implementation Intern
Number of Vacancies

10
Job Description

Dr. Joseph Lee and Dr. Amanda Kong in the Division of Public Health Sciences are hiring ten summer interns as data collectors for a tobacco prevention research project. The interns will collect data on the sale of tobacco products by attempting purchases at stores in Forsyth County, including convenience stores, gas stations, dollar stores, drug stores, vape shops, and grocery stores. Pay is $18.85 per hour.
Desired Experience

Students who are experienced with tobacco products or have previously worked as a cashier in a convenience or grocery store are preferred.
Requirements

Minimum GPA of 2.0.
Driver’s license and access to a vehicle; travel reimbursed.
Must be 18, 19, or 20 years old for the whole summer.
Pay Range

$18.85 - $28.30 per hour.
Essential Functions

Perform duties including patient and family visits, delivery of support services, studies, investigations, research projects, and other assignments.
Provide administrative coverage of the office such as answering phone calls and maintaining computer data. Type documents such as letters and create spreadsheets and presentations.
Assist with research projects, data analysis, and creating reports. Assist with entering data and filing.
Communicate verbally and in writing with all levels within the system and with the public.
Physical Requirements

Work requires walking, sitting, lifting and reaching overhead. Must lift a minimum of 10 pounds to shoulder height, push patients in wheelchairs or supplies on a rolling cart. Intact sight and hearing are required. Must work safely.
Education, Experience and Certifications

High school or undergraduate, master’s or postgraduate enrollment required. Excellent planning, prioritizing, oral/written communication, interpersonal, problem‑solving and team skills required. Ability to work collaboratively and respond creatively to a rapidly changing environment. Computer skills required.

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