**Job Description** This is a paid internship designed specifically for students who are currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program. Candidates who have already completed their bachelor’s degree or are enrolled in a master’s program will not be considered. Outstanding internship opportunities exist in the Cedars-Sinai Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE) to gain experience in **health policy, LGBTQ+ health equity, and community organizing** . This position will be placed with the **Quit Alliance team** , which aims to reduce tobacco-related health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities of Los Angeles County by providing tobacco cessation and prevention community programming. **Pay Rate:** $24/hour We can only consider applicants who will be able to commute to our Los Angeles work location a few times per week. If hired you must reside in the commutable area. + **Schedule:** Part-time (10–20 hours per week). + Combination of onsite work and community-based activities in Los Angeles County + **Duration:** Approximately 5 months / 200 total hours **About the Program** Outstanding internship opportunities are available at the **Cedars-Sinai Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE)** for students interested in **health policy, LGBTQ+ health equity, and community organizing** . This internship supports the **Quit Alliance initiative** , which aims to reduce **tobacco-related health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities** across Los Angeles County through community programming focused on tobacco cessation and prevention. **Role Summary & Learning Objectives** This internship offers hands-on experience in public health research, community engagement, and policy analysis. Interns will have the opportunity to: + Conduct **policy reviews** , assist in **policy implementation planning** , and support **data collection** through observational studies, key informant interviews, and public surveys. + Participate in **local LGBTQ+ events** and advocacy day activities within Los Angeles County and at the state capital. + Receive training in: + Study and survey design + Health education and outreach writing + Community event planning + Resource development + Community organizing + Presentation and communication skills **Role Activities & Timeline** The internship is structured to provide a progressive learning experience over five months with mentorship, guided skill development, and increasing independence. + **Months 1–2:** + Orientation, mentoring plan, and goal setting + Training on community engagement, policy research, and grant deliverables + Begin on-site community activities + **Months 2–3:** + Increased community involvement + Networking with internal and external community partners + Attend community events and city council meetings + Develop and practice public health education and outreach skills + **Months 4–5:** + Active participation in community events and outreach + Continued mentorship and skill refinement + Deepened understanding of barriers and disparities affecting underrepresented communities **Interns will meet weekly with their mentor and participate in at least one in-person community activity per month.** Progress will be evaluated through completion of learning objectives, demonstration of skill growth, and increased independence throughout the internship. **Qualifications** This is a paid internship designed specifically for students who are currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program. Candidates who have already completed their bachelor’s degree or are enrolled in a master’s program will not be considered. **Education & Experience Requirements:** + Must be 18 years of age or older. + Must have a High School Diploma or GED. + Must reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities while conducting all activities related to the intern or visitor appointment. **Desired Skills:** + Current undergraduate or graduate student in **Public Health** , **Health Policy** , **Community Health** , or related field + Strong interest in **LGBTQ+ health** , **community engagement** , and **policy advocacy** + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Ability to work collaboratively and engage with diverse populations **Req ID** : 12839 **Working Title** : Research Intern – Health Equity (Per Diem/Onsite) **Department** : Cancer - Research Center Health Equity **Business Entity** : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center **Job Category** : Student/Intern/Trainee **Job Specialty** : Intern **Overtime Status** : NONEXEMPT **Primary Shift** : Day **Shift Duration** : 8 hour **Base Pay** : $24 - $26.3 Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.