Stroke Program Health Educator Internship

Closing Date:

08/31/2025

Type of Position:

Job Type:

Unpaid Internship

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
 

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator at this link and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Department:

COM | CW IDHI Stroke Education Program

Summary of Job Duties:

Responsibilities:
The Stroke Program Health Educator Intern will assist the Stroke Program Health Education Team with weekly tasks set by the Program Manager such as assisting in upcoming and ongoing projects, research, data collection, evaluation, and working closely with different team members to learn more about Stroke in Arkansas.

Development, Implementation, Assessment, and Evaluation:
Under the direction of the Stroke Program Health Education Team, the Intern will develop appropriate virtual learning goals and objectives for stroke awareness efforts statewide.

Duties will include but are not limited to:
Attend weekly meetings and take minutes
Develop and redesign virtual stroke education curriculum including PowerPoint presentations, print material, etc.
Continue development of Mega Brain modules
Develop culturally appropriate learning initiatives for Arkansas communities.
Perform research as directed
Assist with social media campaigns
Assist with Retreat/Conference planning
Assist with Annual Report materials
Assist and develop Public Service Announcements (PSA)
Develop statewide resource mapping.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as a senior in a Bachelor’s degree program from an accredited college or university
• Strong academic performance (preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Eagerness to learn and take initiative

Additional Information:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.