Health Policy and Advocacy Intern

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ROLE
Reporting to a Health Policy Strategist, the primary learning outcome expectation for this role is to gain a robust understanding of policy and advocacy practice in Missouri through hands-on work with the Missouri Foundation for Health policy and advocacy team. In addition, the individual in this role will learn about a variety of possible careers within the field of policy, advocacy, and philanthropy in general. This role also will provide the individual with specific skill development in writing, research, database and CRM systems, and outreach and relationship building. The primary project of this role is to map the advocacy landscape in Missouri as it relates to Missouri Foundation for Health’s strategic initiatives and relationships. This will require meeting with and collaborating with individuals across the organization, giving the Health Policy and Advocacy intern exposure to a wide range of roles at Missouri Foundation for Health.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct research on policy issues and legislative updates at the state and federal level.
  • Summarize research to update Missouri Foundation for Health staff and work teams.
  • Attend internal Missouri Foundation for Health work team meetings as assigned.
  • Attend and take notes at external meetings, conferences, and or hearings. (This may include the optional opportunity to travel to Jefferson City or elsewhere in Missouri.)
  • Conduct research on the nonprofit and advocacy landscape in Missouri, providing insights into key individuals and organizations related to Missouri Foundation for Health’s strategic initiatives.
  • Use internal Missouri Foundation for Health systems to map foundation relationships and gaps within the nonprofit and advocacy landscape, especially as it relates to our strategic initiatives.
  • Schedule meetings with Missouri Foundation for Health staff to gain further insights about relationships between Missouri Foundation for Health and partners.
  • Help to build relationships with organizations and individuals identified as gaps in the relationship mapping work, including initial outreach, scheduling meetings, and meeting to learn more about external groups.
  • Summarize meeting notes to update Missouri Foundation for Health staff and work teams.
  • Attend site visits with external partner organizations.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Currently enrolled in an academic program related to health policy, social work, political science, or a related field.
  • One (1) year of related work experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
  • Basic computer proficiency (email, search engines, etc.)
  • Strong interest in health policy.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DETAILS

  • Duration from Aug.-Dec. 2025
  • This internship is for 20 hrs per week, onsite work is required
  • This is a paid internship at $20/hour

OTHER DUTIES

  • Participates in team activities and completes diverse assignments in support of team goals
  • Performs general Foundation support activities and carries out special projects as required
  • Adheres to the Foundation’s core and staff values

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & REQUIRED SKILLS

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Higher education degree in progress preferred in the areas of organizational psychology, human resources management, business administration, operations, communications
  • Demonstrated interest in a career in human resources management
  • One (1) year of administrative experience required
  • Ability to maintain confidence and exercise good judgement
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Strong organizational skill and attention to detail

SALARY DESCRIPTION
$20/hour

How to Apply

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The Foundation offers competitive compensation and benefits. Send questions about the application process to careers@mffh.org.

Who We Are

Missouri Foundation for Health is building a more equitable future through collaboration, convening, knowledge sharing, and strategic investment. Working in partnership with communities and nonprofits, MFH is transforming systems to eliminate inequities within all aspects of health and addressing the social and economic factors that shape health outcomes.

Statement of Diversity

MFH is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and strives for authentic inclusion. We seek to build a team that reflects diversity of race, socioeconomic status, national origin, color, disability, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.  MFH is committed to salary equity, and compensation will be determined based upon an independent assessment of qualifications relative to the position’s responsibilities. The Foundation’s compensation philosophy can be viewed here.

Physical and Work Environment Demands

The physical and work environment demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the position responsibilities. Physical demands, such as the ability to walk, sit, etc., are those of a typical office environment.