Internship - WIC Outreach
Company: Cabarrus Health Alliance
Location: Kannapolis
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description T his is an unpaid internship.
The WIC Outreach intern supports the planning, coordination, and
implementation of community-based health initiatives, with a focus
on maternal and child health, nutrition, and health education. This
role involves direct community engagement, administrative support,
and data management to ensure the effective delivery and evaluation
of health programs. The ideal candidate is community-oriented,
detail-focused, and passionate about promoting health equity.
Education/Experience: Currently pursuing or completed an associate
or bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Health Education,
Community Health, Social Work, or a related field. Coursework or
experience in maternal & child health, nutrition, or public health
Primary Responsibilities: Assist in the planning, coordination, and
implementation of community health programs focused on maternal and
child health, nutrition, and health education Support outreach
efforts by preparing educational materials, attending community
events, and engaging with families and community members Conduct
basic data collection, entry, and analysis to support program
evaluation and reporting Collaborate with team members and
community partners to promote health equity and improve access to
health resources Participate in team meetings, trainings, and
professional development opportunities Maintain confidentiality and
adhere to ethical standards in all interactions with clients and
community members Provide administrative support such as
scheduling, documentation, and communication with stakeholders as
needed Time Commitment: 10 - 20 hours per week; Summer Term (May
2026 - August 2026) Benefit of Internship : The intern will gain
meaningful experience that supports both professional development
and career readiness. The key benefits will include: Real world
public health experience Skill development in outreach and
engagement Exposure to maternal and child health programming
Interdisciplinary collaboration Professional networking Candidate
will be selected in March. Our Mission To improve individual and
community health through services, education, and collaborative
action. Our Vision We envision a thriving community where people
make healthy choices in healthy environments. CHA does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender,
gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability,
marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of
its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not
limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and
vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing
an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our
staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and
clients.
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