Nutrition in Medicine Interns

Position Details Position Information Job Title Nutrition in Medicine Interns Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Corvallis Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro) Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill two (2) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Nutrition in Medicine Interns for the School of Public Health at Oregon State University ( OSU ).

Project background:

The Moore Family Center's Nutrition in Medicine initiative at Oregon State University ( OSU ) aims to strengthen practical, evidence-based nutrition science competencies among the next generation of health practitioners. This initiative includes medical practitioner-led workshops, peer-to-peer education, and advocacy efforts that promote evidence-based nutrition as a core component of patient care for chronic disease prevention. This internship is a career development opportunity designed for pre-health students interested in pursuing medicine, dentistry, physician assistant studies, nursing, physical therapy, pharmacy, or related allied health professions. Interns will develop expertise in nutrition science as it relates to medical practice and diet-related chronic disease prevention while gaining valuable experience in scientific communication, literature review, health education, public speaking, program development and peer engagement. With guidance from Moore Family Center staff and a graduate student mentor, Nutrition in Medicine interns will: Develop a literature review of nutritional considerations relevant to their selected medical discipline, particularly in relation to diet-related chronic disease. Develop five culinary medicine workshops focused on a selected medical discipline (guided by literature review) incorporating a hands-on cooking component and mini-lecture. Work closely with Moore Family Center staff and a graduate student mentor to assist with planning, implementation, and promotion of the Nutrition in Medicine initiative designed for pre-med and allied health students at OSU . Successful candidates will gain the following learning outcomes : (1) students will develop practical skills in nutrition education and experiential learning; (2) critically evaluate and summarize scientific literature related to nutrition and medicine; (3) gain experience coordinating educational and culinary education programming; (3) strengthen leadership, communication, and teamwork skills, including adherence to scope of practice in medicine; (4) build confidence translating nutrition science into real-world, practical applications; (5) enhance professional preparation for careers in healthcare and medicine. Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers ( NACE ) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, and Career & Self-Development Position Duties Workshop Development and Delivery (40%) - Develop and deliver five student-focused Nutrition in Medicine culinary medicine workshops around selected topics; create educational materials and interactive learning activities, including a hands-on cooking component; collaborate with project staff to ensure scientific accuracy of educational materials and educational quality for the workshop. Nutrition in Medicine Research (30%) - Select a medical or allied health specialty area of interest (e.g., endocrinology, pediatrics, oncology, gastroenterology, family medicine, sports medicine, dentistry, women's health, immunology, or related fields); conduct a guided literature review examining nutrition-related considerations within the selected specialty; identify evidence-based dietary strategies relevant to chronic disease prevention and patient care; meet regularly with supervisor and mentor to discuss research findings and project progress. Peer Education and Outreach (20%) - Serve as a student ambassador for the full Nutrition in Medicine initiative promoting nutrition literacy among pre-health and allied health students; assist with recruitment and promotion efforts through tabling events, classroom outreach, student organizations, and campus events; encourage student participation in Nutrition in Medicine events and workshops and educational opportunities. Program Support and Evaluation (10%) - Assist with workshop logistics and event coordination; support participant engagement efforts; collect and summarize participant feedback and evaluation data; contribute ideas for strengthening nutrition education among future healthcare professionals at OSU . Minimum Qualifications Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term• Graduate student officially admitted to

Graduate School:

5 credit hours per term Graduate international student officially admitted to

Graduate School:

9 credit hours per term•International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services ( USCIS ). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services ( OIS ), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center. Additional Required Qualifications Current Oregon State University undergraduate student Pursuing a pre-health, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-nursing or other allied health academic pathway currently outside of nutrition Strong interest in healthcare, medicine, public health, nutrition or chronic disease prevention Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Willingness to engage in public speaking and peer education activities Preferred (Special) Qualifications Preference will be given to incoming freshman and sophomores, but juniors and seniors are also encouraged to apply Previous experience in student leadership, tutoring, peer mentoring, teaching, outreach or health education Interest in nutrition science and its application within healthcare settings Willingness to declare the Nutrition Science Minor during the internship period as part of their professional development and commitment to advancing nutrition literacy in healthcare Working Conditions /

Work Schedule Professional Development Benefits:

Interns will receive mentorship and training in scientific literature review and evidence synthesis; health and basic nutrition science communication; educational program development; public speaking and presentation skills; workshop facilitation; professional networking with healthcare providers and nutrition professionals; leadership and peer mentoring. Interns will also gain exposure to practicing healthcare professionals participating in the Nutrition in Medicine initiative and develop skills highly valued by medical, dental, physician assistant, nursing and other graduate health profession programs. Posting Detail Information Posting Number

P13231SE

Number of Vacancies 2 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/23/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/11/2027 Posting Date 06/05/2026 Full Consideration Date 06/30/2026 Closing Date 06/30/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students Special Instructions to Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: A Resume A Cover Letter clearly stating how this position relates to your career goals in healthcare, and how you meet the qualifications of this position.

For additional information please contact:

Candace Russo at candace.russo@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note:

All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents