Community Health Internship

Do you have an interest in healthcare? Are you passionate about public health? Interested in learning about different health care clinics on Island?

ACE MV is looking for a community health intern! The intern will have the opportunity to work at different health agencies around the island for two weeks at a time and explore their future career and educational goals. Over the course of the internship, the selected applicant will get to work at 4 different organizations to learn all facets of community health.

About the Employer
ACE MV: Adult & Community Education is the Island’s home for lifelong learning, community networking and peer and mentor-based support.

By strengthening the Island’s community of learners and learning resources, we are working towards building a secure, sustainable, and fulfilling future for all Island residents. ACE MV connects learners with meaningful career opportunities, continuing education, relevant skills, enrichment courses and one-on-one navigational counseling.

Details

Start Date: June 27, 2026

Hours: Part time | 3-5 days per week

Duration: June 27-August 21 | A commitment of at least 8 weeks is required.

Opportunity Open to: High School Students, College Students, and Young Professionals

Duties + Responsibilities

  • The daily duties will vary based on the organization

  • Support administrative functions, including record-keeping and meeting coordination

  • Assist with marketing and outreach efforts to promote public health initiatives

  • Work in a team environment


Skills + Experience

Required skills:

  • Strong interest in healthcare and community health

  • Adaptable—thrives in a changing work environment

  • Able to take direction and work well independently and in a team

  • Strong written and oral communicator

  • Detail-oriented

  • Collaborative

The ideal candidate is:

  • Curious about a career in healthcare

  • Is eager to learn

Compensation

Compensation: $2000 stipend upon completion of 8 weeks of the internship

This internship will..

Help you develop the following skills:

  • Public health education (messaging, materials, and campaigns)

  • Data entry and management

  • Time management

  • Communication

  • Organization

By the end of the program:

The intern will have learned about the many facets of community health. This will be an enriching opportunity for the intern to explore their interests and interact with various professions in the health field.

CAMP! Internship Program Requirements

BootCAMP!
CAMP! interns are required to participate in BootCAMP – a weekend of in-person professional development workshops. Topics covered include professionalism, goal setting, skill development, financial wellness, and preparing a professional profile.
Upon completion, interns will receive a certificate of completion. Exemptions may be permitted under exceptional circumstances.

When: Saturday + Sunday | June 27 + 28, 2026

Location: In-person at Slough Farm in Edgartown, MA.
More details coming soon!

End of Program Celebration
During the End of Program Celebration, interns will reflect on their personal and professional goals and accomplishments relating to their internship experience.

How to Apply

Send your resume and a cover letter with the subject “Community Health Internship Application” to Megan at megan@acemv.org

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.