Trauma-Informed and Equitable Evaluation Intern
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Boston Public Health Commission
Roxbury, MA, US
Summary
The intern will support evaluation and community engagement efforts by collecting and organizing data from surveys, focus groups, and trainings. They will also assist in preparing reports and summaries to communicate key findings related to violence prevention initiatives.
Job Description
This internship will primarily focus on supporting DSG and CBTI’s evaluation and community engagement efforts. The intern will assist with collecting and organizing information that helps the team understand the impact of trainings, community initiatives, and funded projects. The internship project may include: Assisting with the collection and organization of data from surveys, trainings, focus groups, and community meetings; Supporting the review, summarization, and analysis of participant feedback from trainings and events.; Assisting with pre- and post-survey administration and data analysis; Supporting tracking of project activities, outcomes, and reporting requirements for DSG-funded initiatives.; Helping prepare summaries, presentations, and reports that communicate key findings and lessons learned.; Participating in DSG and CBTI team meetings, trainings, and community convenings to better understand public health approaches to violence prevention. INTERNSHIP LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon completion of this internship, learning outcomes include: an increased understanding of the role of workforce development and organizational change as a violence prevention strategy; an increased understanding of and the ability to apply public health program evaluation methods for real-world violence prevention activities (i.e., increased knowledge of the data evaluation process); an increased understanding of strategies to promote trauma-informed and equitable evaluation, including participatory, collaborative work with stakeholders gained experience in creating and conducting evaluation with Boston city providers related to the topic of trauma-informed practice changes
Qualifications
Graduate Student
Welcome! We’re Boston’s public health department. We 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. We envision a thriving Boston where all residents live healthy, fulfilling lives free of racism, poverty, violence, and other systems of oppression.
Equity. Collaboration. Anti-Racism. People-Centered. Transparency. These values drive our public health work and shape how we support and empower our employees every day.
Through our policies, programs, and services, we strive to eliminate health disparities based on race, ethnicity, income, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and neighborhood. We support residents and families with over 40 programs and services that meet community needs across our neighborhoods and lifespan, including accessible community-based health and social services; community engagement and advocacy; health-promoting policies and regulations; disease and injury prevention; emergency services; and health promotion and education services. We are equally committed to investing in our people by fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment where everyone can grow, contribute and make an impact.
As the nation's oldest health department, with roots dating back to 1799, our work has evolved from the needs of then to the needs of now. We provide and support accessible, high-quality community-based health services and programming, education and resources to build a healthy Boston.
We are a group of dedicated neighbors and community members ready to meet the moment and deliver a safer, healthier Boston for our residents. Join us and grow your career in a workplace that values innovation, equity, and professional development. Explore career opportunities at careers.bphc.org.
Founded
1799
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Welcome! We’re Boston’s public health department. We 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. We envision a thriving Boston where all residents live healthy, fulfilling lives free of racism, poverty, violence, and other systems of oppression.
Equity. Collaboration. Anti-Racism. People-Centered. Transparency. These values drive our public health work and shape how we support and empower our employees every day.
Through our policies, programs, and services, we strive to eliminate health disparities based on race, ethnicity, income, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and neighborhood. We support residents and families with over 40 programs and services that meet community needs across our neighborhoods and lifespan, including accessible community-based health and social services; community engagement and advocacy; health-promoting policies and regulations; disease and injury prevention; emergency services; and health promotion and education services. We are equally committed to investing in our people by fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment where everyone can grow, contribute and make an impact.
As the nation's oldest health department, with roots dating back to 1799, our work has evolved from the needs of then to the needs of now. We provide and support accessible, high-quality community-based health services and programming, education and resources to build a healthy Boston.
We are a group of dedicated neighbors and community members ready to meet the moment and deliver a safer, healthier Boston for our residents. Join us and grow your career in a workplace that values innovation, equity, and professional development. Explore career opportunities at careers.bphc.org.
Founded
1799
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Boston, MA