Internships
Project C.U.R.E. (Commission on Urgent Relief and Equipment) is the world’s largest non-profit organization providing donated medical supplies and equipment to hospitals, clinics, and community health centers in the developing world. Project C.U.R.E.'s Internship Program provides college students the opportunity to learn about global healthcare and the nonprofit sector while gaining hands-on experience at our Nashville headquarters. Interns develop both professionally and personally as they contribute to Project C.U.R.E.'s mission: to identify, solicit, collect, sort and deliver medical supplies and services according to the imperative needs of developing countries around the world.
We have positions available for undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of majors. The weekly time commitment for this internship will be determined based on the requirements students’ academic programs and ranges from 10-25 hours per week. Project C.U.R.E. interns will work with the Operations Director to design an individualized internship experience, enabling students the ability to serve the organization by completing projects and pursuing opportunities relevant to their interests and courses of study. Examples of the types of internships available include:
Administration and Nonprofit Management
• Operations and Logistics
• Process Control and Improvement
• Outreach and Communications
• Volunteer Coordination
• Biomedical Technology
Projects vary based on major and type of internship. Internships are structured to be approximately:
25% volunteer management (coordinating and leading groups of volunteers in the sorting and packaging of medical supplies and equipment)
15% administrative (submitting data in volunteer management systems, coordinating and scheduling deliveries/pick-ups, answering phones, maintaining donation records for receipts, etc)
60% special projects/research (varies by major and type of internship)
Examples of special projects/research include:
• Conducting research on medical devices and recipient communities
• Developing training materials
• Procuring supplies
• Volunteer recruitment and management
• Volunteer event planning
• Donor and community partner relationship management
• Warehouse and medical supply management
• Repairing and testing biomedical equipment
• Inventory and process analytics
This is a great opportunity to support a worthwhile cause while gaining valuable skills and experiences. Although this internship is unpaid, interns may be eligible to receive class credit through their universities. If you are interested in an internship with Project C.U.R.E. for the summer or fall semester, please contact Marty Blank at martyblank@projectcure.org and 615-238-7548.
Program Overview
Project C.U.R.E.'s Internship Program provides upper-level undergraduate and graduate-level college students the opportunity to learn about global healthcare and the non-profit sector while gaining hands-on experience at our Nashville Distribution Facility in Nashville, Tennessee. Limited opportunities also exist in our other locations of operation. Interns develop both professionally and personally as they contribute to Project C.U.R.E.'s mission: to identify, solicit, collect, sort and deliver medical supplies and services according to the imperative needs of the world. Project C.U.R.E.'s Internship Program is a professional opportunity requiring a high level of commitment from program participants.
Personal and Professional Development
Our unique internship program provides interns the opportunity to grow in a variety of ways. Outside of the intern’s departmental project, training and event opportunities include:
- Global Healthcare Discussions
- Staff Interviews & Job Shadowing Opportunities
- Networking Opportunities
Your Contribution Makes a Difference
Internship positions are tailored to each intern’s skills and areas of interest as well as to Project C.U.R.E.’s current needs. We frequently have openings in the departments listed below; more specific information on potential projects can be obtained from the internship supervisor in each area:
- Community Outreach
- Corporate Development
- Data Entry
- Government Relations
- Marketing & Communications
- Operations
- Special Events (internship period is July to November)
Are internships ongoing throughout the year or do I need to apply at a specific time?
We accept applications year round for internship opportunities in the departments listed above. Please indicate on the application form whether you are interested in completing your internship as part of the fall, spring or summer semester, or in starting at another time. If you are selected, a contact from that department(s) will be in touch to schedule an interview.
What is the time commitment for the internship program?
Our internship program typically lasts one semester with the option to extend beyond the end of the semester. Fall and Spring interns are asked to commit to 10 hours per week to complete the internship. Summer interns are expected to commit to 15-20 hours per week. Work schedules are determined by the intern and his/her internship supervisor at Project C.U.R.E.
How is this internship compensated?
Project C.U.R.E.'s internships are unpaid. Interns participating in our program receive substantial work experience and training in global healthcare issues and the nonprofit sector. Additionally, Project C.U.R.E. will coordinate with accredited universities to provide credit for hours completed.
