Live Healthy Gwinnett Internships
Live Healthy Gwinnett is now accepting Spring 2025 internship applications! This is an ideal unpaid internship opportunity for students pursuing an academic and on-the-job training experience. Selected candidates will experience first-hand knowledge about the roles that Live Healthy Gwinnett plays within County Government, the Gwinnett community, and partner initiatives. Through multiple collaborating tasks, the interns will gain leadership experience, communication skills, increase their problem-solving and decision-making abilities and expand their professional networking contacts.
Ideal Candidates:
- Public Health or Public Administration majors
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Great interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills
- Flexible schedule and be able to work up to 40 hours per week (whole or half days), Monday – Saturday
Camp Strong4Life Internship
Camp Strong4Life is an overnight healthy habits camp for kids 8 to 12 years old who have overweight or obesity (BMI greater than the 85th percentile). Camp Strong4Life is one of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's nine summer camp programs that provides kids a sense of belonging through a traditional summer camp experience. Our Strong4Life healthy habits meet your favorite outdoor activities: archery, rock climbing and more! Camp week is held in June each summer at Camp Twin Lakes in Rutledge, GA. Students or professionals who are interested in the internship role can apply here.
Role and Responsibilities
- Start Date: January 6, 2025
- End Date: May 2, 2025
- Location: Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Support Center (1575 Northeast Expressway, Atlanta)
- Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 4:00pm; 32 hours per week (May work some weekends)
- Compensation: Unpaid Internship
Qualifications:
- Preferred background in allied health
- Previous camp or youth experience
- Understanding of Children's organization, camp mission and objectives
- Desire and ability to learn about project management, program planning, and health promotion
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, and Canva)
Responsibilities:
- Support camp orientation and camp week program planning
- Assist with camper and volunteer application process
- Develop camp resources for campers and volunteers
- Develop education materials for families to promote healthy habits
- Stay informed on current health trends, policies, and best practices for overweight and obesity prevention, intervention, and treatment
- May represent Children's by attending events in the community
- May support other obesity prevention and intervention programing
Benefits:
- Experience with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's mission and purpose
- Network with Children's employees and partner organizations
- Build meaningful relationships with families
Live Healthy Gwinnett 2025 Spring Interns
Vera Buraya
Joylin Kurien
Vera Buraya, Be Active Gwinnett Intern
Vera is a dedicated public health student at Georgia Southern University, passionate about promoting health education and empowering communities to adopt healthier lifestyles. Growing up, Vera was heavily invested in many sports and ballet, which ignited her lifelong passion for physical fitness. Now, she spends most of her free time working out at the gym, reading books, and spending quality time with her friends, family, and cat. Vera hopes to spread positivity and encourage others to find balance in their health journeys, making wellness a sustainable and enjoyable part of daily life. With her blend of athleticism, creativity, and a deep commitment to community well-being, she aims to create lasting, impact with Live Healthy Gwinnett.
Joylin Kurien, Harvest Gwinnett Intern
Joylin is a senior at Georgia Gwinnett College pursuing a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science with a clinical concentration. She has a strong passion for health promotion and community outreach. During her college journey, she founded the Pre-Occupational Therapy Club, aiming to inspire fellow students to volunteer and explore the field of occupational therapy. Joylin has been accepted into Georgia State University's Occupational Therapy program, where she will pursue her doctorate degree. Beyond academics, Joylin enjoys staying active through workouts, cooking nutritious meals, and gardening. She will be interning with Live Healthy Gwinnett and assisting with the Harvest Gwinnett program. Through this experience, she hopes to gain hands-on experience in health education, engage with the local community, and expand her knowledge of wellness initiatives throughout Gwinnett County."