Open Positions

Summer Internship Applications Now Open!

We are looking for juniors, college seniors, or recent university graduates who want patient advocacy experience and are interested in supporting our mission this summer. Apply by May 31st to be considered for the following internship opportunities:

1. Science Communications

2. Research Support

3. Fundraising Support

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Candidates will be invited to interview on a rolling basis, with tentative start dates in June.

Please fill out our Google Form and include a cover letter and resumé. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

APPLY FOR A SUMMER INTERNSHIP

Science Communications

Position Overview

The Science Communications Internship is a 4-week, project-based position that will report to our Science Director. This person will be responsible for developing a core set of materials for the patient community to better understand the current research on Lafora Disease and expand the engagement between the patient and scientific community. The position is virtual, part-time, and flexible hours. Interns are expected to work an average of 10 hours per week and will be paid a weekly stipend of $200 for the duration of the project. The length of the internship is four weeks, with an option to extend the internship for an additional 4-weeks for a second project.

Project Roles and Responsibilities

Writing family-friendly summaries of research articles.
Compiling family-friendly resources from partner organizations.
Working with collaborators to develop educational videos for families.
Creating and updating content for our website.

Qualifications

A current Junior or Senior in college or recent graduate in a medical science-related field, such as Biology or Chemistry.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to develop strong, trust-based relationships.
Comfortable with new technologies and platforms.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission of our organization.
Proven ability to work with efficiency and flexibility.
Self-starter, self-disciplined.
Knowledge of Google Suite.

Apply now

Research Support

Position Overview

The Research Support Internship is an 8-week, project-based position that will report to our Science Director. This person will be responsible for organizing meetings for our Lafora Research Network as they analyze data from the Natural History Study. This includes taking notes, writing meeting summaries, and providing research support and communication between meetings of the Research Network. The position is virtual, part-time, and flexible hours. Interns are expected to work an average of 10 hours per week and will be paid a weekly stipend of $200 for the duration of the project. The length of the internship is eight weeks.

Project Roles and Responsibilities

Creating a schedule for Research Network Meetings.
Facilitating communication between members of the Research Network.
Taking notes during and writing meeting summaries after Research Network Meetings.
Providing technical support and data analysis as requested by the Research Network.

Qualifications

A current Junior or Senior in college or recent graduate in a medical science-related field, such as Biology or Chemistry.
Prior medical research experience preferred.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to develop strong, trust-based relationships.
Comfortable with new technologies and platforms.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission of our organization.
Proven ability to work with efficiency and flexibility.
Self-starter, self-disciplined.
Knowledge of Google Suite.

Apply now

Fundraising Support

Position Overview

The Fundraising Support Internship is a 4-week, project-based position that will report to our Communications and Development Director. This person will be responsible for designing a fundraising campaign to support the Lafora community.

The position is virtual, part-time, and flexible hours. Interns are expected to work an average of 10 hours per week and will be paid a weekly stipend of $200 for the duration of the project. The length of the internship is four weeks.

Project Roles and Responsibilities

Developing a fundraising strategy to support a specific program at Chelsea’s Hope.
Creating promotional materials to generate awareness for the campaign.
Designing a toolkit for participants to use in the fundraising campaign.
Recruiting participants to join the campaign.
Building content for our Givebutter platform to support and launch the campaign.

Qualifications

A current Junior or Senior in college or a recent graduate in a medical, communications, or business-related field.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to develop strong, trust-based relationships.
Ability to communicate with families where English is not their first language.
Comfortable with new technologies and platforms.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission of our organization.
Proven ability to work with efficiency and flexibility.
Self-starter, self-disciplined.
Knowledge of Google Suite and familiarity with Canva.
Comfort with translation technology preferred.

Apply now