Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship
Not Disclosed•InternOn-site
location_on957, A Street, South Wilmington, Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware, 19801, United States
About HealthCorps
HealthCorps is a national nonprofit dedicated to delivering innovative health and wellness programming to teens. Our mission is to address health inequities and develop the next generation of healthy leaders. We value diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, welcoming people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We aim to provide a sense of belonging for everyone in our workplace and communities.
About the Role
As a Teens Make Health Happen (TMHH) Mentor, you will join us in Philadelphia, PA, and Wilmington, DE, to help teens make healthier choices, build leadership skills, and create community change. This flexible, hands-on opportunity is designed for students interested in public health, education, psychology, social work, nutrition, biology, marketing, public policy, and more.
In this role, you will lead wellness clubs in local middle and high schools, mentoring students on wellness, leadership, and community projects. You will support student-led activities such as step challenges, lunchtime demos, and school improvement events. Beyond the classroom, you will build relationships with school staff and teen wellness leaders, host monthly "Café O'Yea" wellness demonstrations, and represent HealthCorps at school and community events. This position offers a unique chance to gain real-world public health and education program experience while making a meaningful impact on youth.
Hiring Process & Application
To apply, please submit your application through our official channels. Please note that employment is contingent upon a successful background check, which may include criminal history, child abuse clearances, and FBI fingerprinting. HealthCorps reserves the right to conduct background investigations and/or reference checks on all potential mentors. Your mentorship offer is contingent upon the clearance of these checks.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other and our communities is core to HealthCorps' values. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with all applicable state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where we have facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation, and training.
Work location
Work model: On-site
957, A Street, South Wilmington, Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware, 19801, United States
Wilmington, Delaware
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead Teens Make Health Happen wellness clubs in 2–3 middle and/or high schools
- check_circleMentor students on wellness, leadership, and community projects
- check_circleBuild relationships with school staff and teen wellness leaders
- check_circleTrack program impact through assessments and documentation
- check_circleShare program highlights on social media
- check_circleRepresent HealthCorps at school and community events
- check_circleSupport student-led activities such as step challenges and lunchtime demos
- check_circleHost monthly Café O'Yea wellness demonstrations
Requirements
- verifiedUndergraduate or graduate student in a related field
- verifiedPass background checks (criminal, child abuse, FBI fingerprinting)
- verifiedIn good academic standing
- verifiedCommit 6–8+ hours/week for 2026-2027 academic year
- verifiedAbility to travel up to 30 miles within Greater Philadelphia/Wilmington
Benefits & Perks
check_circleStipend to cover transportation, meals, and participation costscheck_circleCollege credit available through university partnership
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Frequently asked questions about Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship at HealthCorps
What does a Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship at HealthCorps do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship at HealthCorps will lead teens make health happen wellness clubs in 2–3 middle and/or high schools; mentor students on wellness, leadership, and community projects; build relationships with school staff and teen wellness leaders; and track program impact through assessments and documentation.
What are the requirements for this Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship role?expand_more
To qualify for the Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship at HealthCorps position, applicants should have: Undergraduate or graduate student in a related field; Pass background checks (criminal, child abuse, FBI fingerprinting); In good academic standing; Commit 6–8+ hours/week for 2026-2027 academic year; and Ability to travel up to 30 miles within Greater Philadelphia/Wilmington.
Where is the Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship role at HealthCorps located?expand_more
Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship at HealthCorps is based in 957, A Street, South Wilmington, Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware, 19801, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
HealthCorps has listed this Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship role as on-site.
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Candidates for Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship at HealthCorps should have intern.
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Key skills for Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship at HealthCorps include Public Health; Education; Psychology; Social Work; Nutrition; Biology; Marketing; and Public Policy.
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Teen Health and Wellness Mentor Internship at HealthCorps is part of the admin job category on Recrutus.
About HealthCorps
HealthCorps is a national non-profit organization based in New York, NY, operating within the public health sector to eliminate health inequities and improve lives. The organization focuses on educating and empowering teenagers, encouraging them to act as change agents within their families, schools, and neighborhoods. HealthCorps addresses the challenges arising from limited access to health education, which can lead to long-term social, emotional, and physical difficulties.
To strengthen youth, HealthCorps utilizes innovative approaches to health and wellness. The organization provides tools for young people to build physical and mental resilience through structured educational programming, leadership experiences, and service learning opportunities. By fostering these skills, the group aims to equip today's youth with the capacity to navigate life's challenges effectively. The mission centers on transforming adolescents into active participants in their own well-being and the health of their communities.
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