“…I learned a lot about medical device documentation practices and the standards that go into ensuring their quality, which have health policy implications for patients, medical providers, and insurance companies.”
The Borgen Project
“As a political affairs intern, I worked to advocate for legislation that reduces global poverty and improves living conditions for those in low-income countries.”
Waterford Union High School (WUHS)
“This summer, I had the distinct honor of serving my alma mater–Waterford Union High School (WUHS)–as a health policy intern instructed to help rewrite the School Board policies and administrative guidelines.”
Combat Blindness International
“One of the most valuable lessons that I learned throughout this process is the importance of creativity and problem solving.”
Wisconsin Rep. Francesca Hong
“I drew on my policy analysis skills developed through La Follette coursework to communicate policy quickly and effectively. I saw how classroom concepts such as administrative burden and evidence-based policy play out in the real world.”
The University of Wisconsin, Madison Nelson Institute
“From a policy perspective I performed research on the growth of health organizations and NGOs, such as the Global Climate and Health Alliance, along with new efforts from the broader health sector to affect policy change.”
Dane County Courthouse
“Part of my work as an intern was to evaluate case trends via the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (formerly CCAP) to assist in the expedition of case closure in other branches and Wisconsin courts.”
Rural Wisconsin Incorporated
“I developed policy positions based on Rural Wisconsin Inc.’s historic platform and needs of rural residents as described by the 2020 Rural Voices report, generated lists of individuals and organizations to contact to be members of Rural Wisconsin Inc., and engaged in organizational strategy work as Rural Wisconsin Inc. leadership and I discussed aspects of contemporary media and publicity opportunities.”
Mobilizing Action Toward Community Health (MATCH)
“I worked with the Wisconsin Population Health Service Fellowship. The Fellowship is a two-year service and training program designed for early career individuals in public health.”
WisCaregiver Careers 2.0
“WisCaregiver Careers 2.0 is an employment-first-based program run by the WHCA/WiCAL to address the CNA workforce shortage in Wisconsin.”