Internships

“For anyone considering interning with CMMB at their headquarters in NYC, all I would say is just do it! I gained so much more than I gave, and I guarantee that you will be welcomed with open arms!” —Georgina Scott, Former NYC Intern

Read about Georgina’s experience as CMMB intern here

Available Positions

CMMB is seeking undergraduate and graduate students who can intern for a minimum of 150 hours (flexible) and support us in the following areas:

• Marketing and Communications Assistant(s): social media, website, blogging, storytelling, writing and producing content, newsletters, mailings, outreach, events, graphic design
• Volunteer Program Assistant(s): outreach, recruitment, volunteer engagement and communications, administrative support, content production, travel planning, pre-departure orientation and preparations
• Programs & Resource Mobilization Assistant(s): donor reporting, proposal writing, individual donor communication, prospect research, partnerships support, budget, and country office liaison
• Medical Donation Program Assistant(s): data entry, analysis and processing, consignee research, report generation and systems streamlining
• M&E, Data and Reporting Assistant(s): data entry, analysis and processing, report generation and systems streamlining, transition to new technology, some IT related projects also available
• Researcher(s): generally project specific, programmatic based research focused in women’s and children’s health and development, producing reports, white papers
• Human Resources Assistant(s): recruitment screening calls, new hire onboarding, benefit research and outreach, compliance and financial related tasks

Becoming a Volunteer

Start by completing this online application. CMMB staff will review your application and schedule a personal interview. If your background and skill set meet our needs, you will become the part of CMMB team. Volunteers do not have to meet the international age, licensure, or financial contribution requirements.  We encourage New York based undergraduate and graduate students to apply for these opportunities. 

Requirements

• A commitment to CMMB’s mission, vision and values
• Familiarity and interest in global health issues, especially maternal and child Health
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally
• Problem solver, able to identify needs, and develop solutions
• Effective and professional communication skills
• Ability to be flexible and prioritize projects and tasks effectively
• Relevant degree or coursework related to internship placement
  • Opportunities available for individuals pursuing the following fields of study:
    • Public Health
    • International Development, International Relations, Global Affairs, Humanitarian Studies
    • Social Work, Sociology
    • Health Administration, Supply Chain Management
    • Pre-med, Nursing, Nutrition, and Health Sciences (non-clinical administrative work only in NYC)
    • Marketing, Communications, Public Relations
    • Finance, Business, Accounting
    • Human Resources
    • Computer Science, Information Science, Mathematics, Statistics
    • Spanish, French, Haitian Creole (Interpretation/Translation)
  • Must be able to meet minimum intern service commitment of 150 hours (e.g. 2 days/week for 3 months, 4 days week for 1.5 months)

Benefits of Volunteering

• Hands-on professional experience
• Flexible schedule
• Networking opportunities
• College/university credit available
• CMMB provides pre-loaded MTA MetroCard, based on the number of hours contributed by intern