Internship summaries: undergraduate

“This internship has made me realize that I want to work on the implementation side of health policy and be able to work primarily in the field.”

“I learned about how an organization interacts with their donors and keeps them updated on current statistics surrounding the lakes and current policies.”

“…this internship introduced me to an area of public health I hadn’t given much thought to before. I would recommend this program to any future students who are interested in public health, as this internship provides a strong mix of health policy, occupational health, and health education.”

“It helped me think more critically about my future career and the impact of regulatory work, and it reinforced my interest in pursuing a career where I can make a difference in public policy and governance.”

“Throughout my time at the PAEB Lab, I was able to learn about the funding aspects of research, the permitting side, and the public side of research. This experience will be extremely valuable as I continue on my path to securing a health policy certificate as understanding health research is crucial to writing effective health policy.”

“The most significant skill I was able to apply from my La Follette courses was policy writing, which I was able to further improve at the CRC.”

“In my internship, I learned a lot about the intersection of machine learning and health policy.”

“The most valuable aspect of the internship was the real-world application of my academic knowledge. It allowed me to bridge the gap between theory and practice, enhancing my understanding of regulatory processes.”

“I was surprised by how much my academic training aligned with real-world challenges, especially in tailoring communication to diverse audiences and leveraging data to support advocacy efforts.”

“I would recommend this internship to future students because it gives you the tools to approach real world policy and helps you learn how to be an advocate for yourself in the professional setting.”