Join Our Mission: Internship Programs at Alopecian Beauty Co

Overview:

Our Junior High School Internship Program, “Future Health Advocates,” offers students an introduction to the world of business, health and wellness, particularly focusing on autoimmune diseases. This program is designed to inspire and educate young minds on the importance of launching a business, health advocacy, patient support, and community engagement. Students will gain valuable experience in assisting with life skills, financial Literacy, educational outreach, awareness campaigns, and community events.

Focus Areas:

• Careers In The Life Sciences and Holistic Arena
• Financial Management 
• Relationships 
•  Volunteer Coordination
•  Funding 
•  The Arts 
• Mentorship
• Sales & Online Support (Products and Services)
• Giving Tuesday Campaign

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with creating awareness materials for school campaigns.

• Help organize and promote community health events.

• Participate in virtual and in-person educational workshops.

• Engage with professionals to understand the healthcare industry.

Activities:

• Interactive workshops with healthcare professionals

• Creating educational materials for peers

• Participating in local awareness events

• Participating in gala, beauty events, and nonprofit events

• Volunteering with partner organizations

• Participate in local events and outreach
• Create health-positive campaigns with our team
• Tour clinics and learn about cranial prosthesis
• Community Engagement/Advocacy/Street Promotions Team
• Explore real stories from our warrior community

Learning Outcomes:

• Introduction to autoimmune diseases and hair loss

• Understand the basics of nonprofit operations.

• Learn how to use social media for advocacy and awareness.

•  Gain insight into autoimmune diseases and patient advocacy.

• Basic health education and awareness campaigns

• Community service and volunteerism

• Enhanced understanding of health issues

• Development of communication and teamwork skills

• Set up for success financially

• Certificate of participation and community service hours

Focus Areas:

• In-depth study of autoimmune conditions
• Leadership in health advocacy
• Career exploration in health sciences, life sciences and beauty
• Social entrepreneurship 
• Financial Literacy
• Fundraising 
• Relationships 
• Volunteer Coordination
• Phone & Office Administration
• Event Planning
• Sales & Online Support (Products and Services)
• Giving Tuesday Campaign

Activities:

• Shadowing healthcare professionals
• Leading peer education sessions
• Developing and executing a community health project
  

 Activities:

• Host awareness activities in your school or community
• Join virtual mentorship sessions with medical professionals
• Learn how to educate others on hair loss, lupus, and cancer
• Assist with planning events like the ALC Valor Gala or NYC Runway Show
• Advocate for specific social or political cause, raising awareness and influencing policy. 

 Outcomes:
 

• Practical experience in health education
• Leadership and project management skills
• Understand the intermediate of nonprofit operations.
• Letter of recommendation and potential scholarship opportunities​
• Set up for success financially
• Certificate of participation and community service hours

Focus Areas:

• Introduction to medical research methodologies
• Medical Research of Autoimmune Diseases (Alopecia, Lupus, or Cancer)
• Data collection and analysis
• Community health assessments
• Environment Factors
• Human services
• Education
• Civic engagement 
• Financial Management 
• Relationships 
• Technology modernization 
• Collaboration and inclusion 
• Community & Partnerships
• Email Support (Donations, Letters and Communication)
• Website Development Support
• Science & Technology Support

 Activities:
 

• Assisting in ongoing research project 
• Conducting surveys and interviews
• Presenting findings to the organization
• Assist with research related to autoimmune diseases
• Support our outreach, education, and marketing campaigns
• Contribute to our NYC Health Happiness Fund initiatives
• Attend virtual workshops on nonprofit development
• Conduct research and evaluation to measure the impact of their work and inform future programs.  
   

Outcomes:
 

• Hands-on research experience
• Enhanced analytical and critical thinking skills
• Potential for co-authorship in publications
• Mentions in magazines
• Mentions in newspapers
• Mentions in tv or press 
• Stronger email and negotiation skills 
• Know you numbers and data

Focus Areas:

• Step By Step Guide To Building a Successful Campaign
• Giving Tuesday
• Program development and implementation
• Grant writing and fundraising
• Policy advocacy and public health
• Event Planning
• Promoting social responsibility 
• Leadership 
• Human Resources 
• Governance 
• Relationships 
• Strategic planning 
• Funding 
• Marketing & Outreach (Social Media, Campaigns, Target Audience)
• Philanthropic Initiatives

Activities:
 

• Designing and managing health programs
• Writing grant proposals and reports
• Engaging with policymakers and stakeholders
• Lead projects within our Medical Center Fund or BioDiscover Youth Initiative
• Support major fundraising events and community tours
• Draft real grant proposals and campaign pitches
• Present your final project to our board and stakeholders
• Launch different types of events from health fairs, runway shows, mixers, galas, brunches, sporting events, and games.
• Grow Life Sciences Programs

Outcomes:
 

• Comprehensive understanding of nonprofit operations
• Professional networking opportunities
• Preparation for careers in public health and nonprofit management. 
• Skilled in project management
• Build unforgettable relationships
• Join our team of Committee Members and make a difference in the lives of others. 
• More experience traveling
• Long Term Job Placement