Seeking Applications for ONIE Fellowship

About the role: The ONIE Project Nutrition Fellow will work alongside ONIE faculty and staff under the supervision of Director Meredith Scott and Assistant Director Stephanie DeBerry. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and/or background in nutrition, health promotion, health education, food systems, public health, and program evaluation. Fellows will collaborate with faculty and program staff on community health initiatives. This paid fellowship offers the opportunity to build public health-focused skills to complement dietetic training. ONIE provides support and training for new skill development. The position requires an in-person commitment of 10–20 hours per week at the OUHSC Hudson College of Public Health, 801 NE 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK.

Eligibility:

This opportunity is open to Nutritional Sciences students. Preference will be given to students in their first semester who plan to work with ONIE for the duration of their academic program. Depending on available funding, additional positions may be posted in the future.

Key responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of community nutrition interventions
• Support the development of nutrition education materials in print and digital formats
• Participate in food systems and food access projects
• Gain exposure to grant writing and outcome reporting
• Perform basic data cleaning, processing, and analysis
• Assist with introductory-level program budget management
• Represent ONIE at community events
• Work collaboratively and professionally with staff, faculty, and community partners
• Assist with program evaluation and recommend improvements

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work independently and produce consistent, high-quality work
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs
• Experience working with community organizations, volunteers, or partners is a plus

Fellowship Benefits:

• Biweekly paid stipend
• Automatic in-state tuition
• Flexible hours based on class schedules
• Potential for thesis/dissertation research (for MS/PhD students)

Email Application Requirements to [email protected]

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing: “What interests you about this opportunity?”