Spice of Jade - Family Centered Health Internships 100% Remote

Spice of Jade Internship Program (Voice Up) Welcome Welcome all undergraduate and graduate students, working professionals, and purpose-driven individuals across all academic disciplines. Our Mission To connect people to purpose one conversation at a time. Voice Up Publishing, Inc. is a purpose-driven public health startup and grassroots movement founded in November 2024. Voice Up operates as a first-of-a-kind action think tank grounded in IRB-approved doctoral research. Our work specializes in reaching traditionally underserved communities through a light-touch, human-centered 8-week methodology. In just 16 months of operation, our impact has been significant: Convened a global ecosystem of universities, nonprofits, and public health leaders Generated real-world artifacts and initiatives already adopted by external organizations Built a global network of students, professionals, and purpose-driven leaders across multiple disciplines Reached communities across 134+ countries and thousands of cities worldwide Documented measurable outcomes including 56% reduction in anxiety among participants Our work focuses on helping individuals discover purpose, strengthen mental well-being, and create tangible pathways for leadership and service. Spice of Jade Internship Focus This internship is designed for students and professionals interested in maternal mental health, early childhood advocacy, and culturally responsive community engagement. The primary focus is supporting BIPOC mothers and caregivers raising neurodivergent or medically complex children. Interns will contribute to the growth and expansion of the Spice of Jade initiative by supporting outreach, developing resources, and strengthening community-based support systems within the Voice Up ecosystem. This Internship Provides Experience In: Maternal and family behavioral health outreach Community engagement and culturally responsive program design Public health communications and storytelling Advocacy and systems navigation (IEP, IDEA, healthcare systems) Nonprofit development and purpose-driven leadership Because Voice Up operates as a living laboratory for innovation, interns also gain exposure to cutting-edge approaches grounded in doctoral research. Interns May Assist With the Following Activities FOCUS AREA 1 Community Engagement Support outreach efforts to mothers and caregivers within underserved communities Assist in facilitating conversations and engagement experiences aligned with the Voice Up methodology FOCUS AREA 2 Program Support Contribute to the development of Spice of Jade resources and support tools Assist in organizing and sustaining community-based initiatives and activities FOCUS AREA 3 Research and Documentation Support documentation of qualitative and quantitative outcomes Assist in capturing community insights to inform future program development and funding FOCUS AREA 4 Network Development Engage with university, nonprofit, and community partners Support expansion of the Spice of Jade ecosystem through strategic relationship building What You Will Gain By participating in this internship, students can expect to gain: Real-world experience working with a public health startup and grassroots movement Exposure to IRB-grounded doctoral research applied in real community settings Experience building professional networks across sectors Skills in community engagement and purpose-driven leadership Experience in maternal mental health advocacy and culturally responsive program development Interns will also gain experience working within a collaborative ecosystem that includes universities, nonprofit organizations, and emerging social entrepreneurs. Who Should Apply This internship is open to: Undergraduate students Graduate students Working professionals seeking academic credit Individuals from any academic discipline Students pursuing degrees in areas such as the following may find the experience especially valuable though all purpose-driven individuals are encouraged to apply: Public Health Social Work Psychology Communications Education Business Nonprofit Leadership Community Development Nursing and Healthcare Administration Counseling and Human Services Participation Pathways Voice Up welcomes participation through three pathways. All interns are expected to embody the five Voice Up Principles at a high level throughout their engagement. Why This Work Matters Voice Up represents a new model for connecting people to purpose. Instead of traditional top-down programs, Voice Up operates as a grassroots innovation ecosystem where students and professionals collaborate to create real-world impact. Spice of Jade addresses a critical gap in maternal mental health and early childhood advocacy by centering culturally responsive support for underserved families. This internship provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing, real-world initiative that is actively improving outcomes for mothers and children. The Voice Up Principles All interns are expected to embody these principles throughout their work with Voice Up: Collaboration Humility Precision Patience Empathy How to Apply Students and professionals interested in this internship are encouraged to apply for the upcoming Spring or Summer 2026 terms. Contact: Include in your message: Your name and current institution or organization Your area of study or professional background The participation track you are interested in (Academic Credit, Volunteer, or Voice Up University) A brief statement (2 3 sentences) on why you are interested in this opportunity and how it connects to your purpose Closing This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience while contributing to a mission-driven initiative focused on helping people discover their pathway to purpose. Voice Up Publishing, Inc. voiceup.life Connecting People to Purpose One Conversation at a Time The question was not how to fix the system. The question was how to help people find the door. II. The behavioral health workforce crisis is not a secret. It has been documented in federal reports, flagged in congressional testimony, and mourned in the editorials of professional journals. The numbers are, depending on how you count them, either alarming or catastrophic. The Health Resources and Services Administration has projected shortfalls of tens of thousands of mental health professionals across the United States. Rural and low-income communities are disproportionately affected. Communities of color are disproportionately affected. Young people, whose rates of anxiety and depression accelerated through the pandemic years and have not fully retreated, are disproportionately affected. The shortage is not evenly distributed, which means its consequences are not evenly distributed either. Part of the problem is structural. Becoming a licensed clinical social worker requires, beyond a master’s degree, a period of supervised post-graduation hours and passage of a national licensure examination. The exam is not easy. It covers a broad range of clinical knowledge diagnosis, treatment modalities, ethics, human development and failure rates among first-time test-takers are substantial. For graduates who are also managing student debt, working clinical hours at entry-level wages, and navigating the transition from academic to professional life without much institutional support, the licensure process can become a wall rather than a gateway. Many never make it through. Many simply stop.