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²©ÓãÌåÓý of America’s Career Development Office and Health Professions Advising are excited to partner with the International School for Science and Culture (ISSAC) in Costa Mesa to offer a unique Youth Health Advocacy Internship for the Spring 2026 semester. This community-centered internship engages SUA students in health education and advocacy with ISSAC’s diverse TK–8 student body, supporting health literacy in a multicultural learning environment.

About the Partnership:

ISSAC is a dynamic school serving a diverse community of young learners in Orange County, emphasizing science, culture, and holistic development. Through this partnership, SUA interns co-develop and deliver interactive workshops focused on organ systems, nutrition, emotional wellness, and other health topics tailored to the needs and interests of ISSAC students. Interns mentor younger students and collaborate with older ISSAC youth on longitudinal projects addressing health issues relevant to their lives — such as community gardens, mindfulness practices, and preventative medicine.

What Interns Will Do:

• Teach and engage ISSAC students from grades TK through 8 with hands-on, accessible health education
• Mentor older students on self-directed health projects that blend science with community issues
• Collaborate with a team of fellow interns and ISSAC educators to design culturally responsive ²©ÓãÌåÓý and advocacy initiatives
• Support students’ reading, writing, and communication skills through health-related activities that promote literacy and wellness awareness
• Gain practical experience in health literacy, youth mentorship, and community-based program development
• Build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills in a real-world setting that reflects the values of contributive citizenship and social responsibility

Internship Details:

• Commitment: Approximately 4 hours per week on Fridays (~11:00-15:00) from early February through early May (12 weeks total)
• Estimated Total Service Hours: ~50 hours
• Activities: Weekly ²©ÓãÌåÓý development meetings, 3–4 onsite days at ISSAC for direct student engagement, and YHA Showcase at SUA in early May
• Training & Support: Guidance from CDO & HPA, ISSAC staff; support with resume and LinkedIn development
• Compensation: This is an unpaid internship that offers substantial professional development and community impact. This opportunity is also eligible for federal work-study.

Qualifications: 

• Current undergraduate students (1st–4th year) in good academic standing
• Enthusiastic about youth education, health advocacy, and working with diverse populations
• Strong communication skills and a self-driven approach to teamwork and independent tasks
• Available Fridays throughout the Spring 2026 semester
• Commitment to upholding ISSAC’s policies and fostering a respectful, safe learning environment

Timeline:

• Applications will open in September 2025
• Informational Meeting: October 1 2025, 12:00–1:00 PM, The HUB & Zoom (See Sokannect for in-person registration; Register for virtual option )
• Application Deadline: October 24, 2025 23:59
• Decisions Announced: By November 7, 2025 (before Spring 2026 registration)

Why Apply?

This internship offers a meaningful opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in public health, education, social work, or medicine to empower youth in a vibrant, multicultural community. You will help shape health education that respects and reflects diverse cultural backgrounds while gaining invaluable skills in leadership and advocacy. This experience embodies ²©ÓãÌåÓý’s dedication to contributive citizenship—engaging thoughtfully and ethically with our local community to promote wellness and equity.

Apply now to join this impactful, collaborative program with ISSAC!