Healthcare Leadership Internship

Healthcare Leadership Internship

## Overview

The Voice Up Publishing Healthcare Leadership Internship is a 100% remote, flexible opportunity inspired by the life and leadership philosophy of Melvin L. Burks, President and CEO of Hamilton Center, Inc. This program connects passionate individuals with mentorship and real-world experience in healthcare administration, executive leadership, and public policy while advancing mental health awareness.

## Program Structure

This internship offers schedule flexibility, allowing participants to engage with the program on their own time while still benefiting from community connection and mentorship.

• Academic credit (arrangements made with participant's educational institution)
• Volunteer experience with professional development benefits
• Potential paid stipend for qualifying candidates (based on experience and project scope)

1. **Healthcare Administration Foundations**

• Understanding healthcare systems and organizational structures
• Exploring behavioral health service delivery models
• Financial management in non-profit healthcare settings
• Strategic planning and implementation

1. **Public Policy & Mental Health Advocacy**

• Mental health policy analysis and development
• Community engagement strategies
• Stigma reduction through education
• Building multi-sector partnerships

1. **Leadership Development through Purpose Driven Leadership Model**

• Authentic leadership principles inspired by Melvin Burks' approach
• Emotional intelligence and community-centered leadership
• Development of personal leadership narrative
• Ethical decision-making in healthcare contexts

## Program Components

• **Virtual Mentorship Sessions**: Regular connection with healthcare leaders and policy experts
• **Project-Based Applications**: Real-world projects tailored to intern's interests and career goals
• **Leadership Development Workshops**: Interactive sessions exploring protective leadership principles
• **Mental Health Literacy Training**: Developing age-appropriate communication skills for mental health concepts

• Asynchronous learning modules accessible 24/7
• Self-paced project work with regular check-ins
• Optional group collaboration opportunities
• Personalized feedback and development pathways

### Culminating Experience

Interns will develop and implement a community impact project focused on mental health awareness, applying both healthcare administration principles and public policy frameworks. Projects will be showcased through Voice Up Publishing's platforms.

• Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate
• Interest in healthcare administration, public policy, mental health, or related fields
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently in remote environment
• Commitment to reducing mental health stigma through education

1. Submit resume/CV and statement of interest
2. Example of your best writing
3. Participate in virtual interview
4. Select preferred track and start date

• Applications reviewed on rolling basis
• New cohorts begin year round
• Custom start dates available for academic credit arrangements

## Connection to Melvin Burks' Legacy

This internship honors Melvin Burks' 45+ year commitment to transforming mental health awareness and leadership development. Interns will explore his journey from protection on neighborhood streets to leading a major behavioral health organization, applying these principles to their own leadership development.

*Voice Up Publishing is committed to creating inclusive opportunities. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.*