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Center for Behavioral Health and Wellness Internship

CompanyBoston Public Health Commission
LocationBoston
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 12, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the promotion and coordination of behavioral health programming across Boston, including creating fact sheets and planning events. Responsibilities also include conducting research, data assessment, and executing projects under the supervision of the Program Manager.
Internship Type
unpaid
Company Size
893
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
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.
About the Role

The Center for Behavioral Health and Wellness is seeking an intern to assist and support the team with the promotion and coordination of behavioral health programming across the City of Boston. The intern will receive direct supervision from the Program Manager, with oversight from the Director. Tasks will include, but are not limited to creating fact sheets, assisting with planning of internal and external events, assisting with data assessment, and assisting and executing current projects. The intern may have the opportunity to design a project presentation to present to team at the end of internship. Intern duties may also include research, analysis, and writing for reviews, presentations, or briefs on relevant behavioral health related topics, and assisting on general week-by-week tasks. The hours mentioned are flexible and can be adjusted, as well as extend the number of weeks if needed.

  • Learn about the numerous behavioral health services and resources available to Boston residents, and the nuances that come with accessing these services
  • Develop strong project management skills
  • Gain familiarity with how to select methods to evaluate behavioral health programs
  • Knowledge on design /implement a population-based project
Qualifications
  • Current undergraduate or graduate student in Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Health Sciences, Communications, or a related field preferred
  • Strong interest in behavioral health, wellness, public health, and community-based programming
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable assisting with research, data assessment, presentations, and project coordination
  • Interest in program evaluation, community engagement, and population-based health initiatives
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and/or Google Workspace preferred
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information
  • Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and willingness to learn
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support a variety of ongoing projects and events
  • Familiarity with Canva, survey platforms, or data visualization tools is a plus
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and improving access to behavioral health resources preferred

 

Key Skills
Project ManagementData AssessmentWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingResearchMicrosoft Office SuiteGoogle WorkspaceCanvaProgram EvaluationCommunity EngagementConfidentialityInterpersonal SkillsData Visualization
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