WIC INTERN (SPRING SEMESTER)

Job Role Summary

This intern will be supporting the breastfeeding side of the WIC program during the spring semester from (January to May 2025) . Breastfeeding knowledge and experience not required. The USDA WIC breastfeeding support program includes peer counselors, IBCLCs and clinic dietitians that work together to provide resources that enable women on the WIC program to receive breastfeeding support. An intern will have the opportunity to learn about the WIC program and breastfeeding through observing in person consults, assisting with supply ordering and inventory, and assisting in a reorganization of the current WIC loaner breast pump program.

Associated Job Duties

• Assessing pump progress and needs for breastfeeding mothers, arranging pump return/pickup when necessary, assessing when pump exchange may be needed 
• Organizing breast pump inventory in Excel, hard copy files, and in state-wide tracking website
• Observing technical skills and shadowing IBCLCs and peer counselors 
• Assisting in daily operations of the WIC breastfeeding program including hands on appointments supporting breastfeeding mothers and phone triage and counseling when appropriate
• Basic analysis project of Breastfeeding rates in Marion County 
• Literature review of evidence-based practice in breastfeeding support 

Qualifications

• High School degree required 
• Bachelors preferred, in dietetics, nursing or healthcare related field 
• Working knowledge of social determinants of health and health disparities 
• Interest in supporting breastfeeding 
• Basic Microsoft office and computer skills required 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic computer skills 
• Bilingual preferred, not required 
• Understanding of basic public health issues 
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently  

Working Environment

• Drivers license required 
• Business casual or scrubs attire