Volunteer Opportunities

for

Premedical and Prehealth Students

 

  

 

Compiled by

 

The Scripps College

Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Office

W.M. Keck Science Center

Room # 115

(909) 621-8764

E-MAIL: Jolson@Scrippscol.edu

 

Any updates or additions are welcome,

so please contact us at the above address and phone number

 

 

Thanks to William Brown and the staff at

Pitzer College’s Career Services Office and

thanks to the Scripps College Women’s Collective. 


 

Volunteer Opportunities

 

 

1.  Aids Healthcare Foundation                                                                     (213) 462-2273

Executive Offices 1800 N. Argyle Avenue, 3rd Floor                            (213) 962-8513

Los Angeles, CA 90028

Contact: Anna Alikin, Director of Volunteer Services                                                                                        

AIDS Healthcare Foundation, established in 1987, is the largest community-based provider of HIV medical care in California. The Foundation has grown from a small group of friends dedicated to the creation of dignified care for people in the last stage of AIDS to a multi-million dollar agency providing excellence in care for people living at all stages of HIV infection and disease.

 

 

2.  AIDS Project Los Angeles                                                                       (213) 993-1380

1313 N. Vine Street

Los Angeles, CA 90028

Contact: Pamela Brannon                                                                     

 

APLA Provides comprehensive support services without charge to people with AIDS and other HIV illnesses. These services include the largest food distribution center in the country for people with AIDS, a dental clinic, the buddy program, medical referrals, professional mental health counseling, and much more.

 

 

3.  American Cancer Society                                                             (909) 649-6813

685 N. 13th Avenue, #7                                                                                    (909) 949-6115

Upland, CA 91786

Contact: Angela Olivas                                                

 

The Society is engaged in patient services, research, education, and fund raising. Volunteer opportunities are available with flexible hours and projects may be open-ended or time-specific. They specifically need volunteers to answer phones and send cancer information packets to interested clients.  Training is provided, and other phone referrals are provided to clients.  Typically, volunteers work on: driving patients to and from cancer treatments & doctors appointments, resource information guidance (RIG) at the ACS office; public education on health issues like tobacco and nutrition, e.g. the Great American Smokeout; assistance with the Feel Better Program, or fund raising special events like Daffodil Days or Relay for Life.

 

 

4.  American Heart Association Greater Los Angeles Affiliate                    (213) 385-4231

3550 Wilshire Blvd. 5th Floor                                                      FAX (213) 380-4057

Los Angeles, CA 90010

Contact: Rex Makolm

 

Assist American Heart Association in communications, programs, funding and community organizing.

 

 

5.  American Recovery Center                                                                     (909) 865-2336

2180 West Valley Boulevard

Pomona, CA 91768

Contact: Barbara Green for inpatient services and Deborah Priestly for outpatient services

 

American Hospital is a 156 bed Chemical Dependency Recovery Hospital (CDRH). The Hospital offers 6-month residential detoxification program and aftercare treatment modalities. Patients include a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds, and demographic diversity. Interns work as co-facilitators for individual and group sessions.

 

 

6.  American Red Cross                                                                   

P.O. Box 250 2065 N.

Indian Hill Blvd.                                                                                                (909) 624-0074

Claremont, CA 91711

Contact: Francis Laughton                                                                   

 

The American Red Cross is a non-profit organization that brings together volunteers and staff to help people prevent, prepare for and cope with emergencies. Chapters provide special services to the community such as safety classes, blood donation drives, youth service programs, and various volunteer services. Internships may be arranged with the local Claremont chapter or the national Washington D.C. chapter. Local volunteers are needed to help with Health Center patients at Pilgrim Place and Claremont Manor; to help with local blood mobiles, office work, First Aid Stations, Health Fairs and more. Once a year they assist Pomona Valley Hospital and the LA County Health Department with a health fair where blood work and vaccination are done.  Other programs include Community Flu Clinic, First Aid Teams, Claremont Halloween, the Home Alone program, Baby-Sitting Class, the Disaster Team and Office/Grounds help at the Chapter House.

 


They will also need assistance with a senior vaccination program, a one-day event, held at the Jocelyn Senior Center in October of 1999, and assistance with the Health Fair Expo to be held at the Pomona Valley Hospital in March/April 2000.  They could also use a regular volunteer to go to senior apartment complexes weekly to provide blood pressure screening. 

 

 

7.  Care Extenders                                                                             (310) 319-4000 x3581

Santa Monica Hospital

Contact: Monica Lee                           

 

Grassroots volunteer program at the hospital seems geared specifically for blossoming health care professionals. 

 

 

8.  Career Development Center                                                                    (909) 596-7733

Horticulture Therapy and Training Program                                       FAX (909) 593-0153

2850 N. Garey Avenue P.O. Box 6001                                                           

Pomona, CA 91769-6001

Contact: Ann Lamsden, H.T.R. Coordinator                            

 

Casa Colina Horticulture Therapy and Training Program developed a bold entrepreneurial strategy that links cutting-edge rehabilitation technology with community development and environmental action. In this innovative approach, the provision of health care and vocational training expands beyond the individual to a continuum of care that includes the well being of the social and natural environment.

 

 

 

9.  Casa Colina Centers For Rehabilitation                         (909) 596-7733,x2159

255 E. Bonita Ave.                                                                               FAX (909) 593-0153

Pomona, CA 91767

Contact: Gretchen Peterson                                                                 

 

Casa Colina provides comprehensive inpatient/outpatient acute medical rehabilitation, with emphasis on spinal cord injury, stroke, chronic pain, brain injury, and pulmonary rehabilitation.

 

 


10.  Casa de Esperanza                                                                                 (909) 469-5830

2112 S. Garey, Suite C

Pomona, CA 91766

Contact: Patricia Risaldi                                                                                               

 

Casa de Esperanza is a small outpatient mental health clinic in Pomona that provides services to Spanish speaking clients. We work with families, children and the chronically mentally ill. The internships are varied and include clerical, group leader assistants and help on outings.  Some duties would include watching children while parents participated in group therapy sessions, observing day treatment sessions and training to assist in the process of providing day treatment to patients, assisting with the writing and development of health education materials and training handbooks.  All new volunteers are required to work the front desk for the first month to get to know the clinic, the staff, the paperwork, and patient flow. 

 

11.  Cedar Sinai Hospital                                                                               (310) 855-2679

Contact:  Marko Mijat                                                              FAX    (310) 659-2563

 

A college level volunteer program where you need to be sponsored by a physician who has hospital privileges.  Mr. Mijat requires that all interested students submit their name, phone number, goal and objective, a list of all the math, science and computer courses you have taken, and any related research experience.  Mr. Mijat is able to place students in both research and clinical areas. Mr. Mijat requires certain information to assist in placement.  Please contact Jodi, before you approach this site. 

 

12.  City of Hope                                                                                            (626) 359-8111

Volunteer Services

1500 E. Duarte Road

Duarte, CA  91010

Contact: Judy Schaut, Director of Volunteer Services

 

The City of Hope is a research hospital, which develops new and innovative cancer treatments. Ms. Reel is very willing to work with our students.  They need to work at least 4 hours per week, and the volunteer position should last for no less than 6 months. They require the purchase of a uniform that consists of a shirt totaling $18.  Shifts are available M-F from 8-12 or 1-5 only.  No weekend and evening hours until after your 4-week probation period is past.  They place students on wings with patients and in central supply.  They also require the volunteer attend an orientation to learn about the disaster plan, air born contaminants, and specific volunteer positions that can be had.  To begin with the City of Hope you need to call the volunteer office and set up an appointment.  Once you have had your interview they will arrange for an orientation.  The first four weeks of volunteering you are on probation. 

 


13. Community Extended Care                                                                     (909) 621-4751

9620 Fremont Ave.

Montclair, CA 91763

Contact: Leslie, Activities Director                                                                               

 

Convalescent hospital dealing with the ill and elderly.  Volunteers are always needed to assist in conducting activities and for companionship and reading to patients. 

 

 

14.  Crippled Children's Society                                                                    (909) 621-4727

480 S. Indian Hill Blvd.

Claremont, CA 91711

Contact: Shelly Gorrigan

 

This organization has services for children an adults ages 3 to 22.  There are several programs that may interest students.  There is a child development program for children 3 to 8, where assistance in teaching children how to play is needed.  Singing and reading are also encouraged.  They have aquatics or swimming programs for children with arthritis and post stroke conditions.  There is also the After School Program, M-F where children and young adults, 8-22 participate in a variety of activities. They have several weekend recreation activities involving food preparation and field trips. 

 

 

15.      David and Margaret Group Home

Contact:  Sandra Price                                                                          (909) 596-5921                                                          

 

16.  Department of Veterans Affairs                                                            (909) 422-3011

Jerry L. Pettis Medical Center 122                                      FAX    (909) 422-3106

11201 Benton St.                                                                                

Loma Linda, CA 92357

Contact: Charlene Johnson                                                       

 

Volunteers assist in a variety of health care needs throughout the medical center. The medical center provides training and other support services for their volunteers.

 

 

17.  East Valley Community Health Center (Pomona and West Covina Offices)        

680 Fairplex                                                                                                     (626) 919-5724, x221

Pomona, CA 91768

Contact: Mila

 

 

18.  Family Solutions, Inc.                                                                             (714) 835-1333, #108

203 N. Golden Circle Suite #101

Santa Ana, CA 92705

Contact: Tony Morgan, Director of Volunteer Services                                                 

 

Family Solutions, Inc. operates a Residential Group Home program and a Foster Family Agency program. At these 13 residential group homes, the program provides a comprehensive treatment plan in order to combine quality treatment within a supportive home environment. Childcare providers treat those suffering from conduct disorders, victims of physical/sexual abuse, depression, substance abuse and children with behavioral problems.

 

 

19.  Foothill AIDS Project                                                                             (909) 482-2066

223 W. Harrison Ave.                                                                 FAX (909) 920-4139

Claremont, CA 91711                                                            

Contact:  Egen Moreno, Acting Volunteer Coordinator                                                 

 

Foothill Aids Project is a community-based organization providing case management and residential care for persons diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. Our service area includes East San Gabriel Valley, Riverside, San Bernardino and L.A. counties. Through Volunteerism and five-grant funded staff members, FAP provides education, emotional and physical support to clients and their affected communities.  Volunteers are needed for reception area, to assist in client intake and evaluation of service needs, to assist in writing and production of a newsletter, and patient transport to doctors visits. 

 

 

20.  Foothill Community Mental Health Center

1174 Grand Avenue                                                                      (818) 963-4103, x129

Glendora, CA 91740                                                                                       

Contact:  Ms. Geri Powell

 

Helps individuals and families torn apart by mental illness.  Its children’s programs provide a variety of services and education to those with serious mental disorders, who are at risk of separation from their families, or unable to function in a classroom.  Two group homes provide residential treatment for teenage girls.  For adults, the center offers SHARE, a free senior peer-counseling program; New Directions, a low-fee counseling service, and the Community Education and Resource Center, a domestic violence program. 

 

 

21.  Huntington Hospital an Affiliate of Southern California Healthcare Systems

100 W. California Blvd. P.O. Box 7013                                                           (626) 397-5000

Pasadena, CA 91109-7013

Contact:  Linda Barker                                                

 

Called 7-9-99 and was told that all summer and next year slots are full.  Huntington Hospital offers a college student volunteer program to provide students with an opportunity to experience working in a hospital environment, and to provide needed services and assistance to the hospital patients; employees and visitors.  The program comes highly recommended by previous students and has a more reasonable volunteer hour expectation. 

 

 

22.  Homeless Outreach Programs and Education (HOPE)                       (909) 983-5783

213 N. Fern

Ontario, CA 91762

Contact: Joanna                                                                                   

 

Homeless Outreach provides information and a referral center, client assessment, clothing, food, shower vouchers, medical, dental and legal referrals, advocacy for DPSS and SSA benefits, literacy tutoring, job development and placement, transportation, and shelter referrals for homeless and low income people.  They need volunteers to assist with intakes, putting together hygiene and food packages, and assisting with the after school tutorial program. This organization is very lean. They are also in need of some technically adept individuals who could put together some swing sets that have been donated by Wal Mart for their children’s center. 

 

 

23.  Indian Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center                         (909) 624-4511

590 S. Indian Hill Blvd.

Claremont, CA 91711

 

Volunteers needed to visit with residents, help with activities, assist with outings and special events, or to share any special talents.  Volunteers who are interested should stop by the center and fill out an application.  A TB test is required and provided at no charge. 

 

 


24.  Inland Aids Project                                                                                 (909) 784-2437

1240 Palmyrita Avenue, Suite E

Riverside, CA 92507-1704

Contact: Cory                                                              

 

The Inland AIDS Project is a non-profit community-based organization that provides a variety of essential services to persons with HIV infection and their loved ones in San Bernardino and western Riverside counties. Additionally, Inland AIDS Project offers training and assistance to existing community resources so that they may become more AIDS-aware and AIDS sensitive.  Could use a regular volunteer in front office area, Counselors for alternative AIDS testing site, and assistance with newsletter collating.  TB test is required and can be provided. 

 

 

25.  Inland Hospice Association                                                                    (909) 399-3289

233 W. Harrison

Claremont, CA 91711

Contact:  Kathy Kane

 

The hospice association assists patients and families who have a terminal diagnosis and a life expectancy of less than 6 months.  Volunteers must attend an orientation program that takes place three nights a week for five weeks and the next orientation and training begins September 13 through October 13th.  They conduct three trainings a year.  Volunteers will serve as companions and care givers to patients and serve to provide respite care for family members. 

 

 

26.  Kaiser Medical Center                                                                           (909) 427-7150

Volunteer Services

9961 Sierra Avenue

Fontana, CA 92335

Contact: Gina Mulligan, Director of Volunteer Services

 

There are some limitations that are placed on volunteers.  They are unable to shadow doctors, cannot interact with patients except via giving them magazines, playing games, etc.  I will send info. about our program to the Director, and she will inquire with chief of staff about more challenging opportunities for our students.  They would like to work with us.  

 


27.   Los Angeles County                                                                        

University of Southern California

Medical Center

1200 North State Street

Los Angeles, CA 90033

Contact: Sharon Richards, Programs Coordinator                                             (323) 226-6951

 

The General Hospital, LAC+USC Medical Center has two volunteer programs specifically designed for pre-med college students.  A student must meet the following requirements: Be in good standing, must be a Junior, Senior, or Post-Bac., and have grades which indicate they are a serious contender for medical school.  LAC+USC Medical Center has an Emergency Medicine program and a Department of Internal Medicine program.  Both programs require an application, recommendation, and completion of an orientation class.  Fall 1999 orientations will be held Saturday, September 11, 1999 and Saturday, September 18, 1999. 

 

 

28.  Loma Linda University Medical Center                                                (909) 824-4654

11234 Anderson St., 1191

Loma Linda, CA 92354

Attn: Felicia Beasley, Volunteer Coordinator

 

A university based medical center with over 70 different work areas for volunteers.  An application and orientation are required.  A 6 month 100 hour commitment is required.  The next orientation will be held on July 27th, Tuesday from 3-6 PM.  

 

 


29.  Loma Linda University Medical Center Hospice                                    (909) 824-4654

11275 Mountain View Ave. #B

Loma Linda, CA 92354

Contact: Felicia Beasley, Volunteer Coordinator                                   

 

LLUMCH provides supportive professional care for terminally ill patients and their families in their own homes. The program includes visits by specially trained nurses, home health aides, social workers, chaplains and volunteers who provide pain and symptom management and assist families in the development of coping skills.

 

 


30.  Mt. San Antonio Gardens Congregational Homes, Inc.    (909) 624-5061, x 201

900 E. Harrison Ave.                                                                            FAX (909) 621-3327

Pomona, CA 91767

Contact: Linnette Guidera                                                                                

 

Mt. San Antonio Gardens promotes the independence and participation of older adults by providing comprehensive and secure life care services, housing, meals and health care to 450 residents on a 29-acre garden site. Intern responsibilities: various tasks concerned with the overall administration of Mt. San Antonio Gardens. The position works in the main administrative office and works closely with the Interim CEO, Chief Financial Officer, VP of Marketing, and Director of Human Resources. All interns must have a TB inoculation.

 

 

31.  Pilgrim Place Health Services Center                                                   (909) 621-9581

721 West Harrison Avenue                                                                               (909) 399-5542

Claremont, CA 91711

Contact: Jennifer Breeze                                                                                                          

 

The center provides productive, secure, and stimulating retirement living in an independent community setting.  Quality housing and appropriate support with long term health care services at affordable rates are available to professional religious workers who qualify by having been employed full time a minimum of 20 years under recognized church/denominational or other Christian organization auspices. The volunteer opportunities offered by Pilgrim Place include social services, indoor/outdoor activities with the patients. There are also nursing/dietary positions open as well as laundry and clerical office work.

 

 


32.  Planned Parenthood of Los Angeles                                          (310) 395-0098, x3505

1316 3rd Street Promenade Suite B-5                                         FAX (310) 393-9529

Santa Monica, CA 90401-1328

They have a Pomona Office

Contact: Ann Robison                                                              

 

Planned Parenthood is a private non-profit agency providing health clinics for maternal and child health care and reproductive health issues. Nine clinics are operated in the L.A. area, with the central office just East of downtown of Los Angeles. Interns are needed to assist in Adolescent Self-Esteem and Pregnancy Prevention programs in the L.A. and Pomona school districts. A 1-year commitment is required. Communication skills, multi-cultural/bilingual preferred.  Volunteers are recruited through the Santa Monica Office. 

 

 

33.  Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center                                              (909) 865-9669

1798 North Garey Avenue                                                                   FAX (909) 629-7336

Pomona, CA 91707

Contact: Stacy Mittelstaedt

 

This hospital has a very extensive volunteer program.  The student needs to call, and have an application sent to them.  Each prospective volunteer attends an orientation, and meets with Laurie to discuss their interests and where they would best serve the hospital as a volunteer.  Certain positions are highly competitive.  They are required to where white pants, white shirt, and to purchase a volunteer shirt for $15.  Students have volunteered in emergency, labor and delivery, outpatient clinics, surgical supply, and other areas.  The hospital seems well set-up for college students seeking medical school admission.  

 

34.  Prototypes Women’s Center                                                                  (909) 399-0980

845 E. Arrow Highway                                                              

Pomona, CA 91767

Contact: Anita Dunlap                                                                          

 

A 24-hour drug treatment center for women and their children.  They have a library which aims to develop and pool resources in the community for women as well as provide needed training and technical assistance to other service providers. Volunteers can help with the dual diagnosis patients, assist with intake, and observe case management.  The highly trained multicultural and multilingual staff, use their expertise and resources to provide up-to-date information designed to meet the particular needs of each agency. Structured and unstructured internships are available. 

 

 

35.  Queen of the Valley Hospital                                                                 (626) 962-4011

Volunteer Services                                                                                            (626) 814-2412

1115 S. Sunset Avenue

West Covina, CA

Contact:  Margaret Pohl, Director of Volunteer Services

 

Queen of the Valley treats the largest number of patients second to County U.S.C. Medical Center.  In order to volunteer call the volunteer office to have an application sent to you.  You must have a TB shot, and the hospital can provide this for you.  Various areas are available including, reading to children under going radiation therapy (radiatrics), Emergency Room, etc…

 

 


36.  Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic                                        (909) 949-4316

1844-C West 11th St.

Upland, CA 91786

Contact: Nancy Sjoholm                                                                                  

 

Provide recordings of books and textbooks for all ages.  Volunteers are needed to direct readers and if they wish to audition to become readers.  Training with the equipment is provided.

 

37.  San Bernardino County Hospital, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center     

Volunteer Services                                                                                            (909) 580-6340

400 N. Pepper

Colton, CA 92324

Contact: Pat

 

A controversial hospital in San Bernadino County, that serves a high Hispanic population.  The hospital is controversial because the building it is housed in cost the most that any new hospital has in the last few years. They have several areas where volunteers can work.  Once you fill out and turn in your application they will arrange for an eight-hour training program, called the Annual Review.  You are required to have two TB tests, and evidence of your MMR vaccinations.

 

 

38. South Bay Free Clinic

1807 Manhattan Beach Blvd.                                                                (310) 318-2521 x15

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266                                                               FAX (310) 318-9622

Contact: Vanessa Poster

 

Provide quality health care for 4 hours a week, minimum.

 

 

39.  Tri City Mental Health                                                              

2008 N. Garey Ave., Suite 2A                                                             (909) 623-6131

Pomona, CA 91767-2762                                                                       FAX (909) 623-3932

Contact: Beth Jenks

 

Tri City Mental Health is a community mental health center providing crisis intervention, day treatment and outpatient mental health services (Spanish and Asian Pacific programs). Clients are all ages and generally have severe disorders.  Volunteers/interns are needed as aides in a socialization, training program, and as receptionists, typists, and graphic artists. 10 hr/wk flexible commitment. A mental health organization founded by the cities of La Verne and Pomona. They have several facilities or branches with different opportunities.  Very willing to work with our students.  They are very flexible with several groups of clients that our students could work with including major depression, drug addiction, schizophrenia, and manic.  She is willing to set up individual situations depending on each person’s interests.  Some things that students have done in the past include Living and work skill discussion groups, health education talks, etc.

 

 

40.  Visiting Nurse Association of Pomona/San Bernardino                 (909) 482-0355

170 W. San Jose, Suite #200 P.O. Box 908

Claremont, CA 91711-0908

Contact: Sherriden

 

VNA provides health care at home for ill and disabled persons. Services include those of registered nurses; physical, occupational and speech therapists; medical social workers; dietitians and home health aides. Medicare/Medi-Cal certified hospice serves terminally ill patients and their families. VNA is also looking for volunteers to mentor teenage mothers, ages 13-17 and their children.

 

41.  Vitas Health Care, Hospice Care                                                          (626) 918-2273

598 South Grand Avenue

Covina, CA 91724

 

Provides medical, emotional and spiritual support to the terminally ill and their families, welcomes assistance.  The program seeks volunteers who can devote two or more hours per week to visiting patients, providing respite relief to caregivers and running occasional errands for patients and families.12 hours of training are required, and they take place in the Covina office over two Saturday mornings.  They serve over 150 patients out of their homes, and approximately 50 patients in convalescent homes. May also assist with the Bereavement Group.  

 

 


After Program Completion and Glide Year Volunteer Opportunities

 

 

American Heart Association                                                             (650) 259-6700

1710 Gilbreth Road                                                                              FAX (650) 259-6891

Burlingame, CA 94010

Contact: Shiuan Chen, Chairman of Student Research Committee

                Research@heart.org

 

This program encourages gifted students from all disciplines to consider careers in cardiovascular and cerebrovascular research. Students are assigned to laboratories in California, Nevada and Utah for ten weeks during the summer to work under the direction and supervision of experienced scientists. Year 2001 student research program applications are due January 16, 2001. Applications must be requested by December 15, 2000. Junior/ Senior status required and must be enrolled full-time.

 

American Red Cross National Headquarters                                              (202) 737-8300

Washington, D.C.  20006

Contact: Maria Smith/Frank Larkin

 

There are numerous positions available in the national office of the Red Cross. Positions include research, human resource, communications and AIDS education.

 

Arizona Heart Institute Foundation                                      (602) 266-2200 Ext. 4619

Contact:  Jenni A. Ernst                                                                        FAX (602) 240-5819

2632 N. 20th Street

Phoenix, AZ 85006

 

The CSS program is a free, six week summer program designed specifically for premed students who are interested in pursuing cardiovascular medicine.  The didactic and clinical experiences gained through the program will provide students with a firm understanding of cardiovascular medicine and the medical field in general.

 

Cedars Sinai Hospital                                                                                    (310) 855-2679

Contact:  Marko Mijat                                                              FAX    (310) 659-2563

 

A college level volunteer program where you need to be sponsored by a physician who has hospital privileges.  Mr. Mijat requires that all interested students submit their name, phone number, goal and objective, a list of all the math, science and computer couses you have taken, and any related research experience.  Mr. Mijat is able to place students in both research and clinical areas.

 

Department of Emergency Medicine/Research Associate Program     (203) 384-3748

Bridgeport Hospital

Yale New Haven Health

Yale University School of Medicine

267 Grant Street

Bridgeport, CT 06610

Contact:  Keith Bradley, MD, Research Director/Trauma Liaison, Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery (Emergency Medicine)

 

The Research Associates (RA) Program provides students aspiring to a career in health care with on-line experience in the place where acute medical care begins, the Emergency Department.  The RA is a functioning member of the ER research team, with specific measurable duties, and has a large volume of direct patient contact, including data collection during major resuscitations.  The RA is graded on every shift by a faculty member of the Yale University School of Medicine, and receives an evaluation at the end of the summer based on those grades. 

 

L.A. Care Health Plan                                                                                   (213) 251-8300

3530 Wilshire Blvd. 7th Floor                                                      FAX (213) 251-8333

Los Angeles, CA 90010                                                                                  

Contact: Thuan Tran                                                                

 

L.A. Care needs a Community Relations Intern who will assist in local community educational presentations throughout L.A. County. In addition, the intern will assist with leadership development workshops, producing a newsletter, a needs assessment and other projects as they develop. The Intern should have an interest in developing a working knowledge and understanding of community based programs, California Medi-Cal program, and Managed Care. Req. 20 hours a week.

 

 

PacifiCare Health Systems Research & Market Analysis Department

M/S 1210 5995 Plaza Drive                                                                             (714) 229-2751

Cypress, CA 90630

Contact: Bruce Mayes

 

PacifiCare Health Systems, a managed care company is currently seeking an intern to work 20-30 per week. The task is to maintain the periodical, technical, and general business publications. Additionally, from time to time, the intern may be asked to conduct searches on the Lexis/Nexis system and retrieve data from our demographic data bases. BS in Business, Economics or related field required. Fourth yr. Students considered.

 

Partnership for Services-Learning                                                                (212) 986-0989

815 Second Ave., Suite 315

New York, NY 10017-4594

Contact: Howard a. Berry                                                                                                        

 

In each program, the students study the history, culture, language, literature, political science and economics of the lost culture under the direction of qualified faculty and, upon successful completion of the required academic work, are awarded an official transcript by the in country college or university. Each student is placed as a volunteer in a community agency serving the people of that culture through such activities as teaching, health care, and community development projects. Academic study, hands on experience, and tuition required. Registration is required by January 20, late registration after January 21.

 

Planned Parenthood Of Los Angeles                                                (310) 395-0098

Los Angeles, CA                                                                      FAX (310) 393-9529

Contact: Christy Vuu

 

Undergraduate and Graduate interns to assist in adolescent self-esteem and pregnancy prevention programs in the Los Angeles Unified School District. Interns are paid an hourly stipend. Our programs are designed to reach 4th-8th grade students. These programs cover topics such as: pregnancy, prevention, sexually transmitted infection preventions, anatomy, puberty, assertiveness skills, social messages, etc. Interns must complete 40/hr. paid training in the sex education curriculum. Work average 10-12 hours per week. Must be available during school hours (7am-3pm) and must provide transportation. There is a special need for bilingual speakers and male role models- however ANYONE can apply.

 

Presbyterian Church-Volunteers in Mission The Program Agency

100 Witherspoon St.

Louisville, KY 40202-6300

Contact: NA

 

The Volunteers In Mission program overseas focuses mainly upon education and health services. Volunteers work with partner churches or institutions of those churches overseas, with assistance in from VIM. The program is designed so that financial restraints do not deter volunteer service.

 

 

 

 

 

Roche Bioscience                                                                           FAX (650) 852-1330

3401 Hillview AvenueA2-HR, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1397

Contact: Leslie Viezee ,Internship Coordinator

 

Roche Bioscience offers full-time internships from approximately mid-June through the end of August in areas such as: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Finance, Human Resources and Information Technology. $12.00/hr per 40 hour work week. Open to university Juniors and Seniors . Prospective Interns must be US citizens or eligible to work in the US , and must be available to interview at our campus. Pre-employment health screens are required.  Please end fax of resume, academic transcripts, references, and letter expressing interest and availability , and email address.

 

 

School of Veterinary Medicine                                                                     (530) 752-1383

University of California, Davis                                                   FAX (530) 752-2801

Contact: Yasmin Williams, ymwilliams@ucdavis.edu

 

Veterinary Medicine Intern: This Five week Summer Enrichment Program is directed towards disadvantaged and low-income college students whoa re considering applying to the School of Veterinary Medicine. Students receive hands-on experience through participation of rounds at the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Participants obtain experience in various departments including the small and large animal clinics, radiology, equine reproduction, small animal ICU and the animal resource service. In addition, students are instructed on how to master study skills and hear speakers from different fields. It usually runs mid-July through mid-August. Contact the office in late march to be placed on the mailing list for applications, sent out in April. 

                                                                       

Scripps Research Institute                                                                FAX (858) 784-8071

10550 North Torrey Pines Road

La Jolla, CA 92037

Contact: Melissa Evans , Employment Representative

 

Scientific Volunteer/Intern for Molecular and Experimental Medicine Department. Techniques include general lab methods, plasmid preparation, DNA/RNA isolation and assays, cloning, PCR southern, northern and western blots, protein and enzyme Assays, mammalian tissue culture, small animal handling, pH measurement, sterile technique. $6-7.00 /hour, Per Diem 19 variable hours/week, M-F. Preferably an undergraduate majoring in biological science with lab experience and IBM, Macintosh and word processing skills. Additional hours may be available during the summer. Send resumes to Melissa.

 

Summer Scholars Program at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System

Spinal Cord Injury Service                                                                (650) 493-5000, x65496

The PVA/SCI Summer Scholars Program

VA Palo Alto Healthcare System

SCI Service (128)

3801 Miranda Avenue

Palo Alto, CA 94303

 

A ten week research opportunity in a clinical setting.  Six positions available with a $1,500 stipend.  The Scholars are assigned to a medical staff researcher who has developed a project on which the scholar will work.  The program strives to expose students to the clinical and research aspects involved with a career in medicine. 

 

 

University of California, Los Angeles                                                          (310) 206-2182

PO Box 951606                                                                                   FAX (310) 267-2219

Los Angeles, CA 90095-1606

Contact: Richard Weiss, Professor Of Biochemistry uri@lifesci.ucla.edu

 

Each student will be employed as part of the faculty mentor’s research group for hands-on research and attend instructional workshops on the preparation and presentation of research data. The program features seminars on topics such as the nature of academic life, career opportunities in biomedical science, and applying to graduate schools. Participants also attend workshops that provide practical information on such academic subjects as how to write a personal statement, give a research presentation, and GRE test preparation. There are also many opportunities to participate in many cultural enrichment activities. Each student will give a poster presentation at an undergraduate research conference. 8 week program: June 26- August 18, 2001.  Must be a US citizen or permanent resident entering junior or senior year, cumulative GPA 2.8 or higher, student should intend to pursue Ph.D or M.D./Ph.D. Underrepresented minorities are especially encouraged to apply. $250/week , room, board, housing and transportation provided. Must live in University Housing.

 


UCSF AIDS Health Project                                                                           (415) 476-3890

Box 0884                                                                                                FAX (415) 476-3613

San Francisco, CA 94141-0884

Contact: Susan

University of California, San Francisco is a major research center in the search for new treatments and a cure for the HIV virus. AIDS Health Project focuses on prevention, education, counseling and mental health. Internship assignments are for one year and can start any time between July 1 and August 1, 1997. Remuneration consists of housing assistance, either provided at approved sites or as a $500.00 monthly payment to a landlord. Applications must be returned by March 1. Most openings occur in the Spring and Summer but applications can be sent at any time during the year. Along with the formal internship program, one can volunteer part-time at the center.

 

UCSF-Summer Undergraduate Research Training Programs                    (415) 514-0840

Campus Box #0523, 1308 Third Avenue, Room 101                FAX (415) 514-0844

San Francisco, CA 94143

Contact: N/A srtp@itsa.ucsf.edu

 

 

The program goal is to work closely with well-qualified, outstanding undergraduates to increase their competitiveness for admission to prestigious graduate and professional research institutions, as well as increase student diversity in the UC graduate and professional school programs. Over the past fifteen years, the UCSF summer program has attracted applicants from diverse populations and backgrounds. All undergraduates attend weekly seminars/ workshops, submit abstracts and written reports, and present oral and poster presentations, committing to full –time participation on a research project.  Research areas include: Biological Sciences – Biochemistry, Biomedical sciences, Cell Biology, Genetics, Neuroscience, Biophysics; Biopharmaceutical sciences/Pharmacy; Bioengineering; medical Informational sciences; Oral Biology/Dental; Clinical Psychology; Nursing; Medical Sociology; Medical Anthropology, and Physical Therapy. Juniors who are pursuing a Ph.D in health sciences are eligible for the program, and the $2300 stipend. Travel Support (airline ticket and local transportation pass provided) and Housing (furnished apartments provided in the urban area) are provided.