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| The Children's Environmental Health Network (CEHN) is
a national multi-disciplinary project whose mission is to
promote a healthy environment and to protect the fetus
and the child from environmental hazards. We have offices
in Washington, DC and Berkeley, CA. We can accept two or
three Graduate Assistants and/or Volunteers each semester
and during the summer. Responsibilities Student projects could include: working with education and outreach staff to work with targeted communities; working on current policy issues; working on our newsletter or web site; organizing and researching our small library; fundraising research; gathering information for the Resource Guide; and outlining plans for new projects. In addition, the assistant will help with general office work. Anyone may apply, but this position is designed for juniors, seniors or graduate students majoring in public health, environmental studies, public or nonprofit administration, public policy, communication/journalism or health sciences. Stipend There is no set stipend offered, but we can negotiate; also, contact your school regarding receiving credits. Background Since 1992, the Network has helped to establish children's environmental health as a credible and viable field within the research, health care, and policy arenas. For more information about CEHN, visit the home page: http://www.cehn.org The goals of CEHN are to:
How to Apply
Interviews by appointment only. |