COLLEGE STUDENTS
Internships & Practicums
South Central AHEC offers internship and practicum opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students across the state who are interested in increasing their knowledge in community-partnered research within rural and/or underserved communities. Students who wish to intern with us will engage with various faculty, researchers, organizations, communities and participate in program planning and assist with other tasks as needed.
Adam Caar
Developer
As our intern, you will become an integrated part of our staff.
You will need to display a sense of maturity and independence.
You will be asked to assume responsibility for assisting with our current activities, and in some cases leading the project.
We believe interns are essential in ensuring the success of our initiatives and programs, and we value the new perspectives.
What to Expect
How to Apply
Interest
If you're interested in interning with our center please contact our center's manager at:
Review
We will review your resume and, depending on our availability, will send you a request to interview. If all spots are filled, we will still notify you.
Interview
Our interviews generally consist of getting to know each other and reviewing any questions you might have regarding the internship and your responsibilities.
Offer
After your interview, if you find our center meets your internship expectations, and our goals align, we will discuss the opportunity to intern with our center.
Internship Testimonials
"As their intern this fall, I can attest of the good work they do in the population they serve and by preparing future public health professionals. Equipped with knowledge and my experiences, I am motivated to follow their example as an inspiring public health professional myself. "
"These past couple of months has been very fruitful so far, therefore I am excited for what’s to come. I really enjoy getting to work with a group of people who are very integrated with their community and genuinely care for and respect the people they work with as well. I have been able to interact with health professionals from many different backgrounds during my experience here which is beneficial towards my future career in health."
— Jesus Hernandez Alvarez
UTSA C/O 2021
Fall 2021 Intern
— Alyssa Ayala
UTSA C/O 2021
Fall 2021 Intern