Community Collaboration Internship

The Pointe Coupee Early Childhood Coalition is seeking a motivated and dedicated student intern. This internship will provide the selected candidate with an opportunity to gain valuable experience in community engagement, research, and collaboration. Perfect for students in education with strong research and analytical skills, an interest in early childhood health and wellness, and family engagement expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Research successful community collaboration and governance efforts in the US.

• Conduct a comprehensive review of literature and best practices on community collaboration and governance models.
• Identify and analyze case studies of successful community collaborations in rural America
• Develop a synthesis of key findings and recommendations for implementing effective community collaboration strategies.
• Create a master contact list of needed partners for a successful Pointe Coupee Community Health and Wellness Collaborative

• Identify potential community partners, including local organizations, government agencies, healthcare providers, and educational institutions.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of community partners, including their contact information, areas of expertise, and potential contributions to the Collaborative.
• Write a summary of existing community collaborative efforts in Pointe Coupee Parish

• Conduct a comprehensive mapping of existing community collaboration initiatives in Pointe Coupee Parish and neighboring areas, including goals, activities, and outcomes of existing collaborative efforts.
• Prepare a written summary of the current landscape of community collaboration in Pointe Coupee

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to executivedirector@pcearlystart.org