Internship and Volunteer Opportunities in Childhood Obesity
The BOUNCE Summer Program in the Department of Health and Human Performance
at the University of Houston under the direction of Dr. Norma Olvera
is looking for interns and volunteers for the Summer 2010
Available to Undergraduate, Post Bacc, and Graduate Students
Interns and Volunteers will gain mentored experience in research related activities including:

• Clinical Measurements (height, weight,  body fat , waist and hip circumference, heart rate, blood pressure)
• Physical Fitness Measurements (one-mile run, sit-ups, push-ups, sit-n-reach, shoulder stretch)
• Survey Administration to both children and adults
• Organizing and processing research data
• Teaching nutrition classes to children
• Interacting with children and their parents in the health atmosphere
• Demonstrating proper cooking and meal preparation techniques
• Serving healthy snacks and meals to children
• Educating children on the importance of a healthy lifestyle

Interns and volunteers will be scheduled based on their availability and project needs:
Shifts include morning (8:30 am – 1:00 pm) & afternoon (12:30 pm – 5:30 pm). Hours range from 10 to 20 hours per week.
Interested applicants should contact Stephanie at sfkellam@gmail.com
OR 713.743.9851 by May 15th, 2010.

The UNDO research group in the Department of Health and Human Performance
at the University of Houston under the direction of Dr. Rebecca Lee
is now accepting applications from qualified interns for Spring 2010

Available to Undergraduate Students

Interns will gain mentored experience in research related activities including:

• Physical health assessments (resting heart rate, blood pressure, height, weight and  percent body fat)
• Auditing neighborhoods with advanced field data collection technology
• Organizing and processing research data
• Recruiting and helping research participants in the virtual world of Second Life
• Interacting with community members at health fairs

Interns will be scheduled based on their availability and project needs:

Shifts include morning (10:00 am – 2:00 pm) & evening (2:00 pm – 6:00 pm) Hours range from 10 to 20 hours per week

Successful applicants must have:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated writing proficiency
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Computer literacy and interest in obesity or related health research

Interested applicants should submit the following information to: smama@uh.edu

• Resume
• Transcript (unofficial)
• One page Statement of Interest
• Complete contact information from three references (1 academic, 1 professional and 1 personal)
  

Health & Human Performance - University of Houston
Garrison Gymnasium 104, 3855 Holman Street Houston TX 77204-6015

Volunteer needed at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital located at 11800 Astoria Blvd. Responsibilities would include obtaining patient menu requests, delivering supplement and tube feeding products to the patients, and gathering food items for our units floor stock. Morning and afternoon hours available. Please call Toni Price at 281/929-61618 for further information.

Contact:
Shaynee Roper, RD, LD
District Clinical Nutrition Manager
Sodexo-Harris County Hospital District
Email: Shaynee_Roper@hchd.tmc.edu

We presently have a part time AM opening - 30 hr. weekly (5AM - 3PM) with benefits (i.e. vacation, holiday, tuition assistance, medical, etc.) for a Room Service Assistant.  Pay - approx. $10.30+/hr. + shift dif.  We are open 7/24/365 so weekends/holidays are required.  We can work around school schedules if only 2 days a week are need off in the AM, but the other days the applicant must be able to work the hours of 5AM - 3PM. 

The Room Service Assistant's position is a phone position taking patient and guest meal orders and entering them into CBORD and POS software, preparing and dispensing oral supplements and tube feedings, and preparing and editing multiple reports using word and excel. 

Required: high school diploma and 2 years customer service or 2 years of college.  Spanish or Arabic speaking is a plus.   This is not just a temp/summer position.  We are looking for continued employment and someone wanting a position for 2 years or more with a growing organization.

Interested individuals are to apply on-line and can also contact me @ 713-563-5130 or email me @ccroissa@mdanderson.org

Thank you,
Cindy Croissant, RD, LD
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Manager, Room Service

The Dietetic Internship and Advanced Degree Program at the
Michael & Susan Dell Center for Advancement of Healthy Living,
University of Texas School of Public Health, Houston
in the Texas Medical Center

Open House

When:     Friday, October 23, 2009
3:00 – 5:00 P.M.

Where:    1200 Herman Pressler Dr.
First Floor, 102-A

 Learn about the Dietetic Internship Program, Affiliation Sites, SPH and DI Admissions Process. Talk with faculty and current interns.

Please RSVP to Cheryl.Hayes@uth.tmc.edu
by October 21, 2009

We are looking for energetic fit individuals who are passionate about food and nutrition to promote our brand.  You will maintain a clean, attractive and well-maintained store and work in a fast paced environment.  15-20 hrs per week includes some weekend hours.

Desire to work in a FUN environment!
Ability to work evenings & weekends
Reliable transportation required.

Candidate will possess:

*Exceptional Customer Service Skills
*Strong ability to handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
*Experience in food service and/or sales
*Persuasiveness/Sales Ability 
*Nutrition Knowledge
*Integrity
*Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
*Desire to make customers happy!

Send resume to Jasmin@realmeals365.com to set up interview.

JOB SUMMARY:
Physical Activity Instructor needed on an hourly part-time basis. Hiring Range: $7.50 - $10.00/hour. Must be able to work during school hours (7:00 AM to 4:30 PM). Would work approximately 10 hours/week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
1) Conducts physical activity with middle school children.
2) Maintains research data records.
3) Collects research data.
4) Follows protocol for engaging students in physical activity.
5) Works in a multidisciplinary team setting.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Required: High school diploma or G.E.D.
Education Preferred: Some college level coursework in physical activity or related area.
Experience Preferred: Direct work with children and/or adolescents.
Certification/Licenses/Registration: None required.
 

If interested please contact Natalie Beale at 713-798-2636 or nwbeale@bcm.edu.

 2009 Summer Research Grants Program Announcement

The Center for Neuromotor and Biomechanics Research. is seeking proposals for its summer research grants program from qualified graduate students interested in conducting motor behavior research projects at the CNBR involving undergraduate student research assistants. The maximum award amount is $5,000, and the deadline for application is April 24 2009.

Click to download the details and application form (.doc)

What: Internship
Eligible Majors: Nutrition or Hotel & Restaurant Management
Where: Marian Bell’s Healthy Kitchen
How Long: Spring semester or summer semester
Hours: 4-8 hours per week
How much: Unpaid
Description: You will be assisting Marian Bell, owner of Marian Bell’s Healthy Kitchen – a Healthy Lifestyle cooking and coaching service.
Your role will be assisting with editing recipes and creating vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free cookbooks. Daily tasks will include proofreading, web research, creating mini-cards with health tips and assisting with cooking classes.  
This internship is non-paid. In addition to the invaluable experience offered, students will also benefit from numerous industry networking opportunities, free healthy lifestyle classes, introduction to vegetarian and vegan cooking, and all the yummy healthy food they want to try!

If this opportunity appeals to you, please email your resume, graduate status and a letter of interest to:
Marian Bell   Ph: 713 723-1288
marian@marianbell.com
marianbell.com   

Student Worker Needed!

For the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program
15 to 20 hours per week/ $7.50 an hour
Experience Required: Knowledge in general office equipment (computer, fax, copier, etc.)
Prefer student with Nutrition and/or Food Science background

If interested contact Ms. Tonya McKenzie at:
3003 S. Loop West, Suite 220
Houston, Texas 77054
713-349-0880