Community health educator Jobs in Kansas City, MO

Department :

SOM KC Cancer Center Masonic Cancer Alliance Strategic Partnership

Masonic Cancer Alliance - Temps

Position Title :

Summer 2026 Community Health Outreach Internships Cancer Center

Job Family Group :

Professional Staff Students & GRA / GTA / GA

Job Description Summary :

Make a real impact in cancer prevention and community health this summer!

The Masonic Cancer Alliance (MCA) the outreach network of The University of Kansas Cancer Center is seeking paid Summer 2026 Community Health Outreach Interns to support cancer prevention and early detection efforts across Kansas and western Missouri.

As a Community Health Outreach Intern youll play a hands-on role in bringing health education and cancer prevention resources directly to communities.

Deadline to apply is : February 27th.

Interviews for those selected will take place online in March 2025. Internship will start mid-May - July.

Applicants must complete the entire 8 weeks of the program.

Job Description : Job Responsibilities

Support Pool Cool and Camp Cool sun-safety education programsat pools and camps across Kansas and western Missouri travel required.

Assist with health fairs and promotional booths.

Assist at MCA community events meetings and outreach activities.

Maintain records and data trackingfor summer projects.

Refresh and update marketing and educational materialsfor sun safety programs.

Help grow expand and planhealth education programs.

Promote programs through social mediaand digital outreach.

Build community connectionswith partners and participants.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities tasks duties and assignments. Furthermore job duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Flexible availability including some evenings and weekends as needed.

Reliable transportation is required as this position involves frequent daily travel across Kansas and western Missouri. Mileage will be reimbursed.

Required Qualifications

Education : Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.

This internship requires enrollment for a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices enhances collaboration with external partners and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

Skills

Computer skills

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Employee Type :

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Time Type : Full time

Rate Type : Hourly

Compensation Statement :

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to education experience and training qualifications relative to the requirements of the position and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range : $7.25 - $25.00

Minimum

$7.25

Midpoint

$16.12

Maximum

$25.00

Required Experience :

Intern

Key Skills

Microsoft Office,Public Relations,Google Docs,Data Collection,MailChimp,Microsoft Word,Dermal Fillers,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Microsoft Excel,Adobe Photoshop,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 7 - 25