Internships

If you are a student looking to gain the experience and knowledge you'll need to take your career a step further, the Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County has an exciting internship option for you. Our internship presents a unique opportunity to be given real responsibility from start to finish in a professional office environment.  We are seeking talented interns who want to learn new skills and aren't afraid to tackle big projects.  Internships are open to sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students attending a two- or four-year college or university. Interns accepted are asked to also coordinate with the internship office at their school, college, or university.

To apply for a position with the Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County, please send your resume, cover letter and any other required documents via email to Summer McClellan, LHIP Program Manager at Summer@HealthierFrederick.org.  Be sure to include “CHFC Internship” in the subject line of any correspondence. Contact Summer for questions about coordinating with your school internship office, or to request an exemption.

Timeline and Commitment

Fall Season

Late-August through Mid December

Apply by: July 31st


Spring Season

Mid-January through early May

Apply by: December 15th

Summer Season

Mid-May through Mid-August

Apply by: April 15th

Internship Program Description

Please read and download the full descriptions of the Internships.

The Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County internship calendar typically follows the academic calendar of local colleges and the public school system. Interns will be expected to complete on average 8-16 hours weekly (at least 120 total hours per semester). Internships are not paid; however, interns can receive college credit for their work and stipends may be available upon successful completion - depending on financial availability. Pre-approved parking and mileage expenses may be reimbursed for work associated with the internship.

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