Internship, BPHC Cancer Early Detection Workplan Implementation

Internship Description: The Chronic Disease Prevention and Control Division (CDPCD) supports the mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities.  The key macro initiative is the Live Long and Well Health Equity Agenda to reduce premature mortality for Boston residents.  With cancer being one of the 3 leading causes of premature mortality in Boston, CDPCD seeks an intern to support the implementation of the 2026-2029 BPHC Cancer Early Detection Workplan (The Workplan).  The goal of The Workplan is to reduce late-stage diagnosis of cancer in Boston through systematic engagement of community-based organizations (CBOs) and Community Health Centers (CHCs), to convert residents that don’t screen for cancer to residents that do, resulting in more residents normalizing cancer early detection and management activity.  The internship is an opportunity to achieve valuable learning experiences in community outreach and engagement, project management, multicultural and LGBTQ+ healthcare messaging, and more.  The tasks include working with CDPCD staff and the BPHC Cancer Advisory Group, and engaging with BPHC bureaus, divisions, and community-based organizations to establish and strengthen partnerships, implement evidence-informed strategies for clinicians to screen for cancer based on patient risk, and establish sustainable patient navigation that provides structured support for residents throughout the care continuum.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Interest in and knowledge of cancer prevention strategies
• Previous Program Planning coursework or practical experience
• Knowledge of major theories of behavior change
• Work with high-risk and ethnically diverse populations
• Experience working with community-based organizations and health centers