Stanford Solutions Science Lab: Stanford GOALS Internship

Program Description:
The Solutions Science Lab in the Department of Pediatrics and the Stanford Prevention Research Center is seeking Assistant Coaches for an after school team sports program for overweight 7-13 year old children. The sports program occurs at multiple community centers serving low-income, primarily Mexican-American children in the East Palo Alto, Menlo Park and Redwood City. The after school sports program is one element of a large-scale, multi-component, NIH-funded randomized controlled trial. Assistant Coaches desired for 1-5 days per week.

Opportunities include:
• Assist the Site Director/Head Coach to implement a highly motivating and engaging after school team sports curriculum for overweight children.
• Assist and tutor children with homework, help coach practices, games and competition sessions.
• Learn about large-scale, community public health program delivery and research.

1-5 days per week

Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous high school or collegiate playing experience.
• Basic knowledge of multiple sports.
• Excellent communication skills, energetic personality, and ability to work as a team player.
• Experience and interest in serving as a mentor and role model for low-income, minority children.
• Available from 3pm - 6pm, 1-5 days a week, Mondays – Fridays.

One quarter minimum commitment required. Internship, Work Study, or Academic Units Available.

Please send cover letter and resumes to:
Kelly Burke
Stanford GOALS After School Sports Coordinator
kelly.burke@stanford.edu