Who is it for?
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM: The URA Resource Internship Program is for current undergraduate and graduate students seeking a degree at an accredited university. Students must be enrolled full-time and working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited university, and be sophomore status or above when applying.
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM: The URA Resource Mentorship Program is for graduates, professionals, professors and entrepreneurs. Must be committed to a 3 to 6 month mentorship program.
These programs provide mentoring and learning opportunities to help you develop your skills, network with clients and fellow interns/mentees, and learn more about what it’s like to work in the public health industry.
What are the perks?
• Skills: Enjoy developing communication and leadership skills in writing, research and public speaking.
• Products / Services: Purchase discounted products and services.
• Career Mentorship: Interns/Mentees are guided through tailored selection and sharing of online resources.
• Mentorship Reciprocity: Interns/Mentees practice exchanging time and value with mentor/network for mutually beneficial win-win relationship.
Who qualifies?
Fall Program: September–December
Spring Program: January–May
Summer Program: June–August
• Interns work 20 to 25 hours per week. Mentees work a minimum of 1 to 3 hours per week
• URA Resource Center, LLC does not subsidize housing or transportation
• Students should only apply to positions for which they meet the criteria. Undergraduate internships are only open to undergraduate students, and graduate level internships are only open to graduate students.
• Remote work option only
• Interns must work with school internship coordinator to complete internship documentation and other requirements by the deadline.
• Final selections are based on selection committee review of related experience on resume, interview success, applicant's potential to advance mission of #URAresource and skill alignment with available project(s).
What to expect?
The Internship and Mentorship Programs both provide mentoring and learning opportunities to help you develop your skills, network with clients and fellow interns, and learn more about what it’s like to work in the public health industry.
• Orientation: Your experience begins with an introduction to the company. During Orientation you’ll learn more about URA Resource Center, LLC, meet mentors and other interns, and find out how to make the best of your internship.
• Professional Development & Networking Opportunities: You’ll have the opportunity to participate in online workshops to help you develop communication/presentation skills; learn valuable networking skills; develop interviewing techniques, and many others.
• Lunch & Learns: These sessions provide you with the opportunity to hear from URA Resource Team Leadership and consultants about the different products and services, their experiences with URA Resource Center and about success stories.
• Resume Reviews: Learn tips on how to best structure your resume and how to shine when you interview for full-time jobs.
What projects and skills are available?
The following projects are available to choose from. A list of core skills have been provided to understand project requirements. More in-depth project details and applicability to the #URAresource brand are available upon request via email to info@latonyabynum.com.
Writing
• Resume, CV and Cover Letter Editing: Formatting, Editing, Motivational Writing, Active Listening, Oral Communication, Computer Skills, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Project Management, Problem Solving, Competency Mapping & Career Counseling
• Research & Technical Writing: Report Writing, Data Collection, Analysis of information from credible sources, Finding Information off the internet, Critical Thinking, Planning and Scheduling, Interviewing and Critical Analysis
• School Application Documentation: Marketing/Promotion, Negotiation, Career Planning, Story-Telling, Creative Writing, Finding information off the internet and Customer Service
• Grant Writing, Program Management & Budgeting: Written/Oral Communication skills, Top-shelf research skills, Needs assessment detailing, Organizational profiling, Ability to understand the needs of both the agency in need of funding and the organization that is offering the grant money, Organizational skills, Being able to understand and execute complex instructions, Computer and Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint and Excel experience
Research
• Book Authorship, Sales, Marketing and Promotion: Project management, Budgeting, Resource management, Fundraising, Communication, Marketing, Sales and Public Relations
• Job Industry Profiling & Interview Preparation: Nonverbal communication, Evaluation, Active Listening, Career Assessment, Industry Savvyness, Problem-Solving, Story-Telling, Observation and Interview
• Career Assessment, Planning, Salary Negotiation: Career Assessment, Planning & Advising, Market Research & Valuation, Recruitment, Financial Assessment and Interview
• Consulting & Government Contracting: Academic success, Industry Scholarship, Work experience, Leadership, Initiative, Presentation, Commercial Awareness, Natural Communicator, Self-Awareness, Team Work, Personality, Entrepreneur Mindset, Recruitment, Sales, Marketing and Customer Engagement
• Training & Skill Development: Advanced research skills, internet research, communication skills, Flexiblity, Organizational skills, Enthusiasm and Desire for life-long learning
Public Speaking
• Public Speaking & Toastmasters International: Clear articulation, Style, Vocal Tone, Body Language, Facial Expression, Timing, Microsoft Office PowerPoint and Word experience, Funny, Composition skills, Evaluation, Rehearsal, Creativity, Energetic, Sales, Listening, Emotional Intelligence and Research
• CHES Exam Study Course, App and Ch.11 of Book: Recruitment/Retention, Sales/Marketing, Active listening, Creative/Technical writing, Reading comprehension, Note-taking, Stress management, Project management, Time management, Test taking, Memorization, Information Recall, Microsoft Office Word and PowerPoint, Video Editing, Program Evaluation, and Presentation
• Mentorship Reciprocity: Active listening, Building Trust, Words of encouragement, Goal-Setting, Instruction, Developing Capabilities, Providing corrective feedback, Inspiring others, Opening doors, Showing Initiative, Managing risks, Realism, Following through and learning quickly
• Social Media Influencer & Content Creation: Communication skills, Public relations, Customer service, Targeting, Creativity, Self-Motivated, Creative/Technical Writing, Story-Telling, Content Curation, Project Design/Management, Data Science, Program Evaluation, Digital Marketing, Flexibility, Organization, Relationship building, Innovation, Campaigning, Aptitude, Community management, Sales, Analytics, Metrics, Reporting, and Informed Decision-Making
What have interns & mentees produced?
The following programs, products and services have been developed by previous URA Resource Interns and Mentees:
Mentor aspiring Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) on strategies for passing the CHES exam
Equipping students, graduates, professionals, professors and entrepreneurs with resume, CV and cover letter templates and documentation to assist with marketing their skills, experience, personality, swag and education to the industry
Speakers utilize Toastmaster International training and Liberating Structures techniques to engage, empower and educate small and large audiences
Interns and mentors share resources, strategies and tools to empower professionals to innovate the field
Grant writers match organizations with leaders who desire to make a social impact
Social media influencers share empowering tools, resources and stories to build character
A consultant provides expert advice based on learned experience, upbringing, failures and success