HSS Education Institute
Older Adult Internship
Are you ready to intern at the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world? Are you passionate about improving people’s lives and empowering them to change? Do you work hard and have a passionate spirit?
The mission of the HSS Education Institute is to be a source for outstanding initiatives in education, training, research and information for local, national and international communities to prevent and treat musculoskeletal conditions and enhance patient care.
Position Description:
We are seeking an Intern to support the development and implementation of innovative programs for older adults living in the community. Our mission is to empower older adults across diverse communities to take an active role in their healthcare through educational programs, workshops, and support groups. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in community health outreach, program implementation, and partnership development. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate professionalism, reliability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to serving older adults. This is a hybrid position.
Key internship roles include:
- Assist with the planning, coordination, and implementation of educational outreach programs and workshops.
- Conduct research to identify and develop relationships with community organizations and potential partners.
- Support outreach efforts through professional communication via phone and email.
- Maintain accurate and timely program records, participant information, and outreach data.
- Assist the programming team with administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.
- Represent the organization professionally in all interactions with community members, facilitators, and partner organizations.
- Adhere to all Hospital policies, procedures, and professional standards, including confidentiality, privacy, and dress code requirements.
Required qualifications:
- Strong interest in public health, community health education, aging services, or healthcare outreach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable and confident communicating with professionals and community partners via telephone and email.
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and perform precise data entry.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Reliable, accountable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and follow through on assignments.
- Professional demeanor and ability to effectively interact with program participants, community partners, and facilitators.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
What we are looking for:
This internship requires an individual who is proactive, dependable, and committed to producing high-quality work. Because our programs directly support older adults in the community, accuracy, professionalism, and consistent follow-through are essential. Interns will be expected to take ownership of assigned responsibilities, communicate effectively, and uphold the standards and values of the organization at all times.
Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9.30am-3.30pm
Location: Hybrid
Stipend available ($240/month)
Dates: September 2026 – December 2026 with opportunity to extend to June 2026
Please email resume and cover letter to Linda Roberts at RobertsL@hss.edu.
