# Healthcare Leadership Internship
## Overview
The Voice Up Publishing Healthcare Leadership Internship is a 100% remote, flexible opportunity inspired by the life and leadership philosophy of Melvin L. Burks, President and CEO of Hamilton Center, Inc. This program connects passionate individuals with mentorship and real-world experience in healthcare administration, executive leadership, and public policy while advancing mental health awareness.
## Program Structure
This internship offers schedule flexibility, allowing participants to engage with the program on their own time while still benefiting from community connection and mentorship.
### Compensation Options
– Academic credit (arrangements made with participant’s educational institution)
– Volunteer experience with professional development benefits
– Potential paid stipend for qualifying candidates (based on experience and project scope)
## Learning Focus Areas
1. **Healthcare Administration Foundations**
– Understanding healthcare systems and organizational structures
– Exploring behavioral health service delivery models
– Financial management in non-profit healthcare settings
– Strategic planning and implementation
2. **Public Policy & Mental Health Advocacy**
– Mental health policy analysis and development
– Community engagement strategies
– Stigma reduction through education
– Building multi-sector partnerships
3. **Leadership Development through Purpose Driven Leadership Model**
– Authentic leadership principles inspired by Melvin Burks’ approach
– Emotional intelligence and community-centered leadership
– Development of personal leadership narrative
– Ethical decision-making in healthcare contexts
## Program Components
### Core Learning Experiences
– **Virtual Mentorship Sessions**: Regular connection with healthcare leaders and policy experts
– **Project-Based Applications**: Real-world projects tailored to intern’s interests and career goals
– **Leadership Development Workshops**: Interactive sessions exploring protective leadership principles
– **Mental Health Literacy Training**: Developing age-appropriate communication skills for mental health concepts
### Flexible Engagement Options
– Asynchronous learning modules accessible 24/7
– Self-paced project work with regular check-ins
– Optional group collaboration opportunities
– Personalized feedback and development pathways
### Culminating Experience
Interns will develop and implement a community impact project focused on mental health awareness, applying both healthcare administration principles and public policy frameworks. Projects will be showcased through Voice Up Publishing’s platforms.
## Qualifications
– Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate
– Interest in healthcare administration, public policy, mental health, or related fields
– Strong written and verbal communication skills
– Self-motivated with ability to work independently in remote environment
– Commitment to reducing mental health stigma through education
## Application Process
Send to info@voiceup.life
1. Submit resume/CV and statement of interest
2. Example of your best writing
3. Participate in virtual interview
4. Select preferred track and start date
## Timeline
– Applications reviewed on rolling basis
– New cohorts begin year round
– Custom start dates available for academic credit arrangements
## Connection to Melvin Burks’ Legacy
This internship honors Melvin Burks’ 45+ year commitment to transforming mental health awareness and leadership development. Interns will explore his journey from protection on neighborhood streets to leading a major behavioral health organization, applying these principles to their own leadership development.
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*Voice Up Publishing is committed to creating inclusive opportunities. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.*