RTI International seeks a prospect for the Global Noncommunicable Diseases Internship within the International Development Group.

RTI International’s Center for Global Noncommunicable Diseases within the International Development Group is committed to addressing the large and growing burden of NCDs (such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and chronic respiratory disease) worldwide with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Our team works with countries, other research institutions, and multilateral organizations (such as the United Nations and World Health Organization) to achieve Sustainable Development Goal Target 3.4, which aims to reduce by one-third premature mortality from NCDs by 2030. We also generate new evidence to guide global and national decision-making to reduce the burden of NCDs, as well as provide policy advice.

The Global Noncommunicable Diseases Internship is ideal for students interested in research in the fields of global health, international development, health disparities, health economics, health communications, and/or global health policy. The Intern will gain experience in data analysis and application of epidemiological concepts, as they relate to NCDs, the epidemiological transition in low- and middle-income countries, and cost-benefit analysis of public health programs in low- and middle-income countries.

The Global Noncommunicable Diseases Internship opportunity is ideal for students interested in research in the fields of global health, international development, health disparities, health economics, health communications, and/or global health policy. The intern may also gain experience in economic and outcomes evaluation of NCD programs and policies, digital health tools for diabetes care, and the epidemiological transition in low- and middle-income countries.

Responsibilities

• Developing an economic evaluation for NCD interventions
• Preparing model inputs and estimates for economic analyses
• Research on disease burden, policy, and health economics related to NCDs and tobacco control
• Preparing summaries of research findings for a range of audiences
• Participating in meetings with RTI staff, partners, and collaborators to discuss projects
• Assistance with other NCD projects as they arise

RTI's Internship Program emphasizes experiential and mentored learning experiences, providing students and recent degree recipients an opportunity to apply their academic knowledge and skills in a meaningful and practical way. We are committed to developing the future workforce by encouraging interns to explore various career paths in a nonprofit research institute setting that values diversity and inclusion. Through this program, interns will be exposed to RTI's open and educational culture; support RTI's mission to improve the human condition; and build upon their career goals.

Additional Information

This virtual paid internship will take place from December 2021 through March 2022. As an academic internship, the selected intern must either receive academic credit or fulfill an academic program requirement. The internship requires a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week. Hours are flexible during business hours, Monday through Friday.