Research Intern-Columbia University/GPEG

Global Psychiatric Epidemiology Group (GPEG) Research Internship

We are seeking Volunteer Research Interns to perform both in-person and remote tasks as needed. We are not looking for remote only interns at this time. This is an unpaid/volunteer internship that can be used for college credit where applicable.

Please send your availability. We are not currently accepting volunteers that are only available on the weekends. Please see the additional availability requirements below.

• Please include your EMAIL ADDRESS and REQUIRED Cover Letter-See the REQUIRED questions below.

General Description:
Located at the New York State Psychiatric Institute (NYSPI), GPEG is a multidisciplinary research group (incorporating epidemiology, psychology, medical geography, psychiatry, etc.), which utilizes a wide range of methods (e.g. field-based interviews, genetics, physical assessments, biological sample collection) to understand child psychopathology and substance use via structured interviews conducted with adult participants.

We welcome individuals who are motivated, punctual, professional, and able to work independently and in a team.

Applicable majors are: neuroscience, psychology, public health, biostatistics, law, medicine, social science, etc. Graduate students preferred, accomplished undergraduates will also be considered. This unpaid internship can be used for college credit where applicable.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Interns will recruit study participants, conduct field-based, structured interviews, and assist with other aspects of study support in any of the studies we are currently conducting. To learn about the different studies, we are conducting, please go to https://goo.gl/xPpscW

Skills & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from different cultural, economic and geographic backgrounds with varying degrees of stress and familial hardship
• Ability to handle confidential materials and sensitive information in a highly ethical fashion
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively conduct structured interviews in person
• Demonstration of initiative, flexibility, and resourcefulness in working effectively on multiple projects
• Excellent general computer proficiency and willingness to learn new software
• Bilingual Spanish speakers (i.e. speaking, reading, writing) encouraged to apply
• Licensed drivers encouraged (with or without personal vehicle)

Length of Commitment:

Full Length Program: 2 days per week for 12 months OR 3 days per week for 9 months.

Schedule for the Position:

We require full day in-person availability, including 3 weekend dates per month. Flexibility is key as we accommodate participant appointments/schedules.

Applications Instructions:

Please email required cover letter, resume and availability to:

Heather Zemeck, M.A.- Recruitment + Internship Director - Heather.Zemeck@nyspi.columbia.edu 

IN YOUR COVER LETTER PLEASE ADDRESS ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:

1. Do you have any particular research or educational goals in mind related to working with our group?

2. Are you currently working or in school? If you are in school, will you be interning for school credit?

3. Can you accommodate both in-person and remote work as needed?

4. Internship assignments may (and frequently do) run late into the evening. Is this an issue for you?

5. Are you fluent in any languages other than English?

6. Are you a licensed driver who is comfortable driving in NYC?

7. Please provide the names, emails, and contact information of two academic or professional references.

We Have a Rolling Application Deadline for all Programs—Interested Parties May Apply at Any Time

Individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, genders, creeds, and sexual orientations encouraged to apply.