About Internships

 

We are looking for volunteers who are interested in data for the public good. A love and appreciation of data is required. Please join ready to learn and collaborate.

 

Logistics

 

This is a 10- to 15-week, unpaid volunteer internship. Internship duration varies by cohort. The estimated time commitment is 5 to 10 hours per week (Total hours = 50 to 150). Interested interns who qualify will have the option to extend the time of their internship at BroadStreet.

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How to Join

All skill-levels are welcome to apply. We have 3 cohorts a year that begin immediately after the Orientation Webinar. Please select your preferred track and reserve a spot in the Orientation Webinar on the day when you wish to start. There is a non-refundable application fee which covers: (1) basic tech expenses and (2) a donation to The Community Health Index Fund.

 

Onboarding

Our application process is unique and surprisingly straightforward. We do not filter out candidates or conduct interviews. The true screening process occurs during a 10-day onboarding process at the start of the internship. All volunteers who meet the milestones of the first 10 days are invited to join a team and become an official intern at BroadStreet.
 

The BroadStreet Community Data Internships are a great place to gain experience for future employment. The Internships are run by volunteers for volunteers. Since everyone is a volunteer, this internship should not be considered a path to paid employment at BroadStreet. See FAQs below for additional information for international students and those seeking course credit for school volunteer-hours, internship, or practicum.

 

Learning Objectives

​By the end of the internship, all interns will have: 

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1. Gained career-ready skills while solving real-world health challenges using a data-guided approach.

2. Created shareable data visualizations and/or graphics for your work portfolio.

3. Built professional experiences in a remote/virtual, global work environment.

4. Connected with teammates from around the world and expanded professional networks.

5. Learned how to troubleshoot challenges, overcome roadblocks, and achieve goals.