Archives for February 2020

One Good Turn Internship Opportunities

One Good Turn is currently seeking two interns to support our Programs Director and Executive Director with (1) researching funding partners and writing grant applications and (2) researching, writing, and creating a medical education curriculum for health workers in developing countries. These internships offers the opportunity to gain valuable professional experience while supporting a local non-profit that is truly changing lives.

About One Good Turn:

One Good Turn (OGT) is a global health education nonprofit based in Austin, TX. Our mission is to provide practical medical education and culturally sensitive medical care to neglected communities worldwide. One Good Turn focuses on teaching: we create simple medical education and training protocols developed for community health providers who may have little to no formal training. Through education, we build sustainable pathways to better health for communities worldwide. Learn More: www.onegoodturn.org

Important Information:

Application Deadline: Friday March 20, 2020

These internships are unpaid but will provide valuable professional experience and an incredible learning opportunity for anyone interested in working in the global health or nonprofit industries. Additionally, depending on schedules and ability to travel, interns may have the opportunity to accompany the One Good Turn team on medical education projects in the future. Potential project locations include countries like Kenya, Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic, and more.

These internships are for the Summer 2020 semester but could continue into the fall/spring should the working relationship prove valuable to all parties. A commitment minimum of 5 hours per week is required but could increase to 10 hours or more per week, time permitting. Interns are welcome to begin working with OGT before summer, schedules permitting.

Application Materials:

• Resume with education, employment history, and contact information for 3 references
• Cover letter addressing your interest in the position (if applying for both positions, please indicate your top preference)
• Short writing sample (5 pages maximum)

To apply, please submit your application materials (PDFs only please) to OGT Programs Director Annie Albrecht at anniealbrecht@onegoodturn.org

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Grant Writing and Research Internship

What you will learn:

• How to utilize foundation databases (Foundation Direct Online and others)
• How to write compelling content
• An overview of the global health industry landscape
• How to manage deadlines and work collaboratively

What you will do (in collaboration with the ED and Programs Director):

• Write and compile materials required for grant applications
• Research funders working in areas of global health to determine process, deadlines and collateral needed for applications
• Create a grant deadline calendar for new applications and compliance reporting
• Compile compliance reporting for submission on a timely basis

The ideal candidate:

• Is currently enrolled in research and/or writing-intensive educational programs
  • Note: Other academic programs will also be considered, all applicants welcome
• Is passionate about global health, education, and sustainable development
• Is available for 5 to 10+ hours weekly for the entire Summer 2020 semester
• Is self motivated, driven, creative, and a quick learner
• Is flexible and willing to collaborate remotely and in a shared work environment
• Demonstrates an ability to write compelling content
• Has their own laptop/computer

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Medical Curriculum Research and Development Internship

What you will learn:

• How to create and structure a comprehensive medical education curriculum designed for health workers with little to no formal training
• About common medical conditions in developing countries in the tropical belt
• How to create educational content that is easily understood across cultures and languages
• How to create compelling and easy-to-understand infographics
• How to use medical research databases
• An overview of the global health industry landscape
• How to manage deadlines and work collaboratively

What you will do (in collaboration with the ED and Programs Director):

• Research best practices for curriculum development and design
• Establish a project timeline and benchmarks
• Use medical research databases to compile diagnosis and treatment information
• Create medical educational materials including brochures, presentations, charts/ infographics, and other documents

The ideal candidate:

• Is currently enrolled (or has demonstrated interest/experience) in one or more of the following fields: education/curriculum development, pre-med/biology, research and/or writing-intensive programs
  • Note: Other academic programs will also be considered, all applicants welcome
• Is passionate about global health, education, and sustainable development
• Is available for 5 to 10+ hours weekly for the entire Summer 2020 semester
• Is self motivated, driven, creative, and a quick learner
• Is flexible and willing to collaborate remotely and in a shared work environment
• Demonstrates an ability to write compelling content
• Has their own laptop/computer