Public Health & Community Health Worker Intern
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Overview
Job Description
Public Health & Community Health Worker Intern
Organization: The Happier Life Project
Program: Elevate Youth California (EYC)
Classification: Temporary, Part-Time, Grant-Funded
Compensation: $23/hour
Schedule: 15 hours per week
Location: Riverside County (Hybrid / Community-Based)
Eligibility: Youth ages 18–26
The Happier Life Project is recruiting a Public Health & Community Health Worker (CHW) Intern for its Elevate Youth California program. This paid, part-time internship is designed for college-level students or recent graduates interested in community health, prevention, and wellness education.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Public Health & CHW Intern supports youth-centered prevention and wellness initiatives through health education, outreach, and community engagement activities. Interns in this role help deliver culturally responsive health information, facilitate youth-led wellness activities, and assist with outreach efforts focused on behavioral health and substance use prevention.
Interns will participate in wellness workshops, community outreach events, and youth engagement activities that address social determinants of health and promote community well-being. This role provides hands-on experience in public health education, prevention programming, and community health outreach.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Support planning and facilitation of youth-focused wellness workshops and educational sessions
Assist with community outreach and engagement activities related to behavioral health and substance use prevention
Develop or contribute to culturally responsive health education materials and resource guides
Co-facilitate youth groups or prevention programming under staff supervision
Support community events such as health fairs, school presentations, and outreach campaigns
Assist with tracking participation and engagement in outreach and wellness activities
Contribute to community needs assessments and resource mapping efforts
Participate in listening sessions and community feedback processes related to youth health needs
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Preferred Education Pathways
Applicants are typically:
College juniors or seniors
Community college students preparing to transfer
- Recent graduates (within the last 2–3 years)
- Relevant Fields of Study May Include
Public Health
Community Health or Health Promotion
Behavioral Health or Prevention Science
Social Work
Community Psychology
Sociology or Social Justice Studies
Health Education
Human Services
Equivalent Experience Considered
Youth with lived experience in community advocacy, peer support, prevention work, or community organizing may be considered in place of formal education.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
Interest in public health, prevention, and community wellness
Strong communication and community engagement skills
Comfort speaking with youth and community members in outreach settings
Interest in addressing social determinants of health and behavioral health disparities
Commitment to culturally responsive and trauma-informed approaches
Ability to work collaboratively with peers, staff, and community partners
This role is part of a grant-funded workforce development program designed for young adults ages 18–26. Applicants must meet the grant’s eligibility criteria to be considered.
This is a non-clinical, non-medical position focused on prevention education, community outreach, and leadership development.
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