Preprofessional Opportunities

The Carter Center - Mental Health Internship

Details

Category: Summer
Type: Research
Location: Atlanta Georgia
Deadline: Early March

Contact

Samantha Long

The Carter Center
Attn: Educational Programs
453 John Lewis Freedom Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30307

(404) 420-5179

Eligibility

Number of Interns per Semester/Summer: 1-2 At the start of an internship, qualified applicants must meet one of the following criteria: - Undergraduate Students: All undergraduate candidates must have completed at least two years of study by the start of the internship. For example, qualified candidates within the United States will have a minimum of 60 credit hours earned toward their bachelor's degree. - Recent Undergraduates: Recent graduates may apply if they completed their undergraduate degree within 24 months of the internship start date. - Graduate Students: Graduate student applicants can either be currently enrolled as students or have been enrolled within 24 months of their internship start date. There are no age restrictions or citizenship requirements for interns. If you are not a U.S. citizen and need visa sponsorship, Emory University cannot support an application for a J-1 visa unless you have completed your bachelor’s degree. Please email us if you have questions about obtaining a visa.

Description

Summary:

The Carter Center's Mental Health Program (MHP) frames its work in three core program areas: Global Health, Media, and Public Policy. The three core program areas work cross-programmatically within the MHP to capitalize on the expertise developed over three decades in stigma reduction and mental health policy.

The work of the program is guided by the Mental Health Task Force, which is chaired by former First Lady Rosalynn Carter. Mrs. Carter has been a driving force in the field of mental health throughout her career. Similar to other programs at The Carter Center, the Mental Health Program achieves its goals by networking and partnering with other organizations, including journalists, governments, and other nonprofits and nongovernmental organizations.

Projects:

  • Assist with project monitoring and evaluation efforts including data analysis
  • Assist with logistical planning for large scale events including the Annual Rosalynn Carter Georgia Mental Health Forum and the Annual Training Meeting for The Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism
  • Assist with policy briefing materials on mental health issues including parity, child and adolescent mental health issues, school-based behavioral health and system delivery
  • Assist staff with letters of correspondence and meeting minutes
  • Assist in the compilation of comprehensive literature reviews and background research
  • Development of PowerPoint presentations in conjunction with staff for them to present during conferences, lectures, etc.