Hourly Project Assistant II (Internship)
Health Research, Inc.New York, United States
Posted April 6, 2026
40000 - 40000 USD
Internship
About the Company
Health Research, Inc. is a dynamic non-profit organization that plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health and other health-related entities.
Job Description
The Hourly Project Assistant II will support the Procurement Unit in advancing equitable procurement initiatives and assisting with contract management for six awarded equitable procurement consultant contracts. This position is part of the Pathways to Public Health Internship Program and aims to help strengthen career pathways to public health by bringing together students of all disciplines and academic levels with public health professionals.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in, or have completed, a degree, certificate, or training program in public health, health sciences, biology, environmental health, epidemiology, statistics/biostatistics, data science, social sciences, health policy, or a closely related field
- Experience supporting public health infrastructure, procurement and/or contracting
- Experience working with community engagement
- Experience supporting projects or coordinating teams
- Familiarity with government or nonprofit contracting processes
- Experience maintaining tracking systems or managing documentation
- Experience with SharePoint, Smartsheet, or similar tracking platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills writing reports and delivering presentations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience working with confidential information
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible benefit accounts
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition support
- Retirement Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program