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EOU Community Health and Outreach Internship

Join the Health and Human Performance Department at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ as a LEAP Intern! This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in critical exercise physiology testing and analysis, support faculty and students, and manage lab operations. Ideal for students pursuing careers in physical therapy, coaching, or personal training, this position provides practical experience in exercise science. With a flexible hybrid schedule, you’ll gain valuable skills while balancing your academic commitments.

Supervisors Name & Title	Dr. Kelly McNeil, Associate Professor
Student Job Title	EOU Community Health and Outreach Internship
Department	Health and Human Performance – Community Health
Position Funding	Department Funds
Number of Student Positions	1
Job Category	Student Internship
Job Level & Compensation/Wage	Level 4, $15.20 per hour
Job Location	Hybrid (Combination of on-campus/off-campus and working remotely)
Job Duration	Term 1 to Term 4, Academic Year; Approx 34 weeks
Type of work schedule	Flex schedule, agreed upon with supervisor
Estimated numbers of hours per week	Total of 309 for the entire year – 103 per term
Promotional-focused position summary:	Join the Health and Human Performance Department at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ as a LEAP Intern! This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in critical exercise physiology testing and analysis, support faculty and students, and manage lab operations. Ideal for students pursuing careers in physical therapy, coaching, or personal training, this position provides practical experience in exercise science. With a flexible hybrid schedule, you’ll gain valuable skills while balancing your academic commitments.
Experiential Leaning:	As an HHP LEAP Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in exercise science. You will conduct and analyze non-medical performance and physiology testing, maintain and organize the HPL lab, collaborate in research activities, schedule and manage testing appointments, and engage in wellness assessments for local educators. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge from your studies to real-world tasks, enhancing your understanding of exercise physiology.
Professional Development:	This position offers numerous professional development opportunities. You will receive job-specific training provided by the Health and Human Performance Department and participate in University-wide training events. Additionally, you will have access to sponsored training activities, career exploration activities via Career Services, and resume reviews with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon. These experiences will help you build professional competencies such as communication, management, and analytical skills, preparing you for diverse career paths.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Work with faculty to identify community health needs – Design and implement health programs – Evaluate the impact of health programs – Engage with community stakeholders – Conduct research and present findings
Minimum Qualifications:	– EOU undergraduate, full-time enrollment – Declared Major in Health and Human Performance, preferably with a Community Health concentration – Good academic standing
Preferred Qualifications:	– Experience in community health – Knowledge of program planning and evaluation
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Strong interpersonal and research skills – Critical thinking and flexibility – Professional work ethic and time management
Required Application Material:	Resume and Cover Letter
Send Application Materials To:	Email to: Dr. Kelly McNeil, krice@eou.edu
Job Opening Date:	May 20th, 2024 to as soon as possible
Job Closing Date:	June 3, 2024
First Day of Application Review:	June 3-15, 2024
Estimated Start Date:	June 3-15, 2024
Special Message	À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
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