Student Employment and Volunteer Opportunities

The Student Health Advisory Committee acts as a liaison between the Columbia student body and the six departments of Columbia Health:

• Alice! Health Promotion
• Counseling and Psychological Services
• Disability Services
• Medical Services
• Sexual Violence Response
• Administration, including Student Health Insurance and Immunization Compliance

The committee has three primary goals:

1. To facilitate bi-directional communication between students and Columbia Health
2. To establish an active link to the student community for Columbia Health information and activities
3. To involve students in the planning and implementation of student health-related programs and services

Who serves on the committee?

The Student Health Advisory Committee comprises representatives from the Morningside and Manhattanville campus academic schools and colleges with students being nominated or appointed by the respective student governments or academic administrators.  The committee includes both graduate and undergraduate students with members expected to attend committee and working group meetings, to maintain a high level of engagement, and to facilitate bi-directional communication.

When does the committee meet?

The committee holds monthly meetings during the academic year. For the current meeting schedule, email [email protected].

How does someone become a committee member?

If you are interested in being involved please contact your respective student government group to identify your committee representative and discuss how you can be involved.

Questions or concerns?

For questions or to bring a concern to the attention of the committee, email [email protected].

Peer educators with Sexual Violence Response are students of all identities committed to preventing sexual and intimate partner violence and to educating their peers about healthy relationships and sexuality.

After completing volunteer training, peer educators will be equipped to facilitate interactive workshops and discussions both on- and off-campus, plan events for sexual assault and relationship violence awareness months, and engage in community outreach.

Peer educators provide the University community with information about:

• Sexual violence and relationship abuse
• Campus services available for survivors and co-survivors
• Positive ways to communicate about sex
• Social and cultural norms that can contribute to violence
• How to create a safe and supportive environment that does not tolerate sexual violence

Eligibility

• Must be currently enrolled in a degree program at Columbia University or affiliate schools and in good judicial, disciplinary, and academic standing.
• Able to attend all specified training sessions (minimum 40 hours).
• Able to commit to at least 2 semesters of service in the role. The semesters do not need to be consecutive.
• Supportive of our mission and are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Deadline

Applications are accepted and interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. Successful applicants will be invited to attend volunteer training (minimum of 40 hours) anticipated in January 2027.

How to Apply

Submit an online application. Applications are accepted and interviews are held on a rolling basis.

Questions?

Contact Sexual Violence Response at (212) 854-3500 or email [email protected].

Peer advocates with Sexual Violence Response are students of all identities who are committed to supporting SVR’s mission of eradicating sexual and relationship violence and all forms of gender- and power-based violence in our community.

Peer advocates provide survivors and their supporters with:

• confidential emotional support
• accompaniment
• referrals to on- and off-campus resources.

They also help survivors make informed decisions about their medical, legal, and disciplinary options. 

Eligibility

• Must be currently enrolled in a degree program at Columbia University or affiliate schools and in good judicial, disciplinary, and academic standing.
• Able to attend all specified training sessions (minimum 40 hours).
• Able to commit to at least 2 semesters of service in the role. The semesters do not need to be consecutive.
• Supportive of our mission and are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Deadline

Applications are accepted and interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. Successful applicants will be invited to attend volunteer training (minimum of 40 hours) anticipated in January 2027.

How to Apply

Submit an online application. Applications are accepted and interviews are held on a rolling basis.

Questions?

Contact Sexual Violence Response at (212) 854-3500 or email [email protected].

Want to get involved with health education? Looking to develop your facilitation skills? Are you passionate about helping individuals and groups explore their health and well-being?

Alice! Health Promotion is recruiting volunteers to serve as CU Well Peer Leaders who will receive the NASPA Certified Peer Educator (CPE) certification! Undergraduate and graduate students from across the university and affiliates are welcome to apply. During your tenure, Peer Leaders will gain experience with workshop facilitation, implementing outreach events, and leading conversations about health and well-being.

This is an unpaid, volunteer role.

Eligibility criteria:

• Currently enrolled undergraduate, graduate, or professional student at Columbia University or affiliates
• Commit to at least 1 year of service (June 2026 - May 2027) in the role
• Volunteer for at least 8 events per semester
• Attend weekly 1-hour virtual supervision meetings on Tuesdays at 5pm ET during the academic year

Timeline:

• March 1 – April 7: Applications open
• April 6 – April 17:  CU Well Peer Leader interviews
• Late April 2026: Offers go out to selected CU Well Peer Leaders
• Summer 2026: CU Well Peer Leader Training (virtual)
  • NASPA Certified Peer Educator (CPE) training  
    • Asynchronous Instruction
  • Attendance at all (virtual) training sessions
    • July 20 – July 24, 2026
    • Daily: 2pm - 4pm ET, 1-hour break, 5pm - 7pm ET
• July 28: Mandatory virtual supervision meeting starts

Join us at a virtual information session to learn more about what it means to be a Well-being Advocate! Click the link below to register for an info session. 

• Thursday, March 5 at 5pm ET
• Tuesday, March 10 at 4pm ET
• Monday, March 23 at 12pm ET

Apply to be a CU Well Peer Leader 

What is included in the NASPA Certified Peer Educator training?

CPE certification helps peer educators develop leadership skills to be able to successfully create and implement campus programs. The training includes eight modules, covering the role of peer education, helping peers make a behavior change, listening skills, response and referral skills, how to take action and intervene, recognizing the role of diversity and inclusivity, programming and presentation skills, self-care, and group dynamics

Do you believe in the power of advocacy? Looking to develop your coaching skills? Are you passionate about helping individuals navigate their health and well-being?

Alice! Health Promotion is recruiting volunteers to serve as Well-being Advocates! Graduate students from across the university and affiliates are welcome to apply. During your tenure, Advocates will gain invaluable coaching experience and become a Certified Wellness & Health Coach! Well-being Advocates provide 1:1 support to students through the Wellness Coaching program at Columbia Health. 

This is an unpaid, volunteer role.

Eligibility criteria:

• Currently enrolled graduate student at Columbia University or affiliates
• Commit to at least 1 year of service (June 2026 – May 2027) in the role
• Be available for at least 10 hours/week of coaching
• Attend weekly 1-hour virtual supervision meeting on Wednesdays at 5pm ET

Recruitment timeline:

• March 1 – April 7: Applications open
• March 31 – April 11: Advocate interviews
• April 2026: Offers go out to selected advocates
• Summer 2026: Advocate Certified Wellness & Health Coach (CWHC) training (virtual)
  • Week 1: July 6 – July 10, 2026
  • Week 2: July 13 – July 17, 2026
  • Daily: 2pm - 4pm ET, 1-hour break, 5pm - 7pm ET
• August 5: Mandatory virtual supervision meeting starts

Join us at a virtual information session to learn more about what it means to be a Well-being Advocate! Click the link below to register for an info session:

• Monday, March 2 at 3pm ET
• Wednesday, March 11 at 6pm ET
• Friday, March 27 at 2pm ET 

Apply to be a Well-being Advocate 

What is wellness coaching?

Wellness Coaching is an evidence-based practice that takes a positive approach to personal development through centering individual strengths, values, and motivations to support behavior change(s) via a collaborative and non-judgmental partnership. Wellness Coaching is available to any currently enrolled Columbia University student at the Morningside and Manhattanville Campus.

Quote from a current WBA: 

 “... I love getting to work with students and together identify gaps from where they are to where they want to go and then try on different questions/tools so they start stepping their way towards what they want...” TC Class of 2026 

Are you committed to sexual and reproductive healthcare and education? Looking to combat HIV/STI stigma? Interested in empowering students through birth control and reproductive health education? Passionate about LGBTQ+ advocacy? 

If you answered yes to any of these questions, read on for more info about the GHAP Advocate program. Graduate and undergraduate students from all of Columbia’s schools and affiliates are welcome to apply.

GHAP Advocates are graduate and undergraduate student volunteers that provide 1:1 support to students on a variety of sexual and reproductive health needs, including providing routine STI/HIV screening and referral to testing; PrEP and PEP consultations; education about safer sex practices, birth control options, menstrual and reproductive health; and peer support around sexuality, gender and identity.

This is an unpaid, volunteer role.

Eligibility criteria:

• Currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate student at Columbia University or affiliates
• Commit to at least 1 year of service (June 2026 - May 2027) in the role
• Be available to work at least 2-4 hours/week of drop-in hours
• Attend weekly 1-hour virtual supervision meetings on Mondays at 5pm ET during the academic year

Recruitment Timeline:

• March 1 - April 7: Applications open
• April 6 – April 17: Advocate interviews
• Late April: Offers go out to selected advocates
• Summer 2026: GHAP Advocate training (virtual)
  • Asynchronous, modules-based Courseworks training
    • June 1 – July 26, 2026
  • Live, virtual training
    • July 27 – July 31, 2026
    • Daily: 2pm - 4pm ET, 1-hour break, 5pm - 7pm ET
• Mandatory virtual supervision meeting starts August 10
  • August 10, 17, 24, 31: 5pm - 7pm ET (hybrid)
  • September 14 – May, 2027: 5pm - 6pm ET (hybrid) 

Join us at a virtual information session to learn more about what it means to be a GHAP Advocate! Click the link below to register for an info session:

• Tuesday, March 3 at 5pm ET
• Wednesday, March 11 at 4pm ET
• Thursday, March 26 at 3pm ET 

Apply to be a GHAP Advocate 

Questions? Call us at (212) 854-5453 or email [email protected]. 

Want to educate peers on harm reduction and intervention? Believe in the power of community and resource sharing? 

Alice! Health Promotion is recruiting volunteers to serve as facilitators for the Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP). Undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from across the university and affiliates are welcome to apply. 

During your tenure, OOPP Trainers will gain experience with Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strip workshop facilitation and further conversations about harm reduction strategies, preventative resources, and more. 

This is an unpaid volunteer role. Each volunteer would facilitate at least two open sessions a semester and facilitate closed sessions for student organizations as needed. For any questions, please email [email protected]. 

Eligibility criteria: 

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate, graduate, or professional student at Columbia University or affiliates. This includes Barnard College, Teachers College, Union Theological Seminary, Jewish Theological Seminary, and Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
• Commit to at least 1 year of service (full year, December - December) in the role. Summer opportunities are also available.
• Attend monthly 1-hour virtual supervision meetings.
• This meeting will be on the fourth Thursday of every month at 6pm. 

Recruitment timeline: 

• Will be updated in Spring 2026.

How to apply:

Submit an online application to be a OOPP Trainer!

What is an Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP)? 

An OOPP provides a community with the tools to respond to opioid overdoses, including overdose reversal medication, education and destigmatization, resources, and more. Columbia’s OOPP provides naloxone and fentanyl test strips to students, staff, faculty and alumni and is in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYCDOHMH) and New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH),  

Naloxone is a medication that temporarily reverses the effects of an opioid overdose. Fentanyl test strips are used to test certain substances for the presence of fentanyl prior to use

Position Summary:

The Administrative Intern will provide office coverage and support with administrative tasks and special projects (event support, outreach activities, program planning, etc.). Interns will respond to student walk-ins and phone calls and direct them to the appropriate resources. Crisis response training will be provided.

• Pay rate: $21/hour
• Time commitment: part-time, 15 (min) - 20 (max) hours/week, Monday-Friday during business hours; Minimum 2 semesters (consecutive) commitment, 3 semesters preferred
• Location: Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response (CUIMC) location; 50 Haven Ave., #206
• Start date: July 2026

To apply*, submit a resume and short statement of interest to Erika Koiki, Associate Director of Operations at [email protected] - Subject: CUIMC ATTN: Erica Koiki. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Responsibilities:

• Direct students seeking services to appropriate staff and resources
• Answer the main office phone line to direct callers to appropriate resources
• Track and maintain records of all prevention activities and any interactions with survivors
• Refer employees and students interested in learning more about SVR to the appropriate staff member or volunteer
• Assist with administrative tasks and projects as assigned
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to University, Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response policies, procedures, and practices (this includes federal, state, and local regulations)
• Adhere to SVR and Columbia Health policies, procedures, and protocols
• Work from the Morningside location (Lerner Hall) on occasion.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Current graduate student at Columbia University
• Must be in good academic and judicial standing, with no active or pending disciplinary matters
• Students attending CUIMC preferred
• Strong interest in the mission and values of SVR, and passion for issues of gender-based violence and social justice
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to follow through with assigned tasks and commitments
• Punctual and reliable with work schedules and task deadlines
• Ability to work well in a high-stress environment; comfortable interacting with students in crisis
• Desire and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable of sexual assault and intimate partner violence. Familiar with the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights/Title IX, Violence Against Women’s Act (VAWA), Clery Act, Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act (Campus SAVE Act), NYS Enough Is Enough (EIE), HIPAA, and FERPA.

To apply*, submit a resume and short statement of interest to Erika Koiki, Associate Director of Operations at [email protected] - Subject: CUIMC ATTN: Erica Koiki. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

* By submitting a resume for this position, you grant SVR permission to perform a judicial and academic standing check with your school/institution.

Position Summary:

This is a part-time role designed for Columbia University graduate students, offering meaningful, hands-on experience in crisis intervention, crisis counseling, advocacy, and systems navigation within the university and NYC settings. 

Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response (SVR) Helpline Advocates are a critical part of our 24/7 support model, providing immediate, trauma-informed response to survivors impacted by sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, and harassment. This role involves answering crisis calls after-hours (evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays), offering emotional support, accompaniment services, safety planning, and resource referrals through SVR’s Helpline service. Helpline Advocates must uphold strict confidentiality standards and contribute to a reliable, survivor-centered service environment. 

• Pay rate: $21/hour
• Time commitment: part-time, 16-20  hours/week after-hours; Minimum 2 semesters (consecutive) commitment, 3 semesters preferred
• Location: Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response
• Start date: Summer 2026 (Required training July 6-17, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday-Friday)

To apply*, submit a resume and short statement of interest to Erika Koiki, Associate Director of Operations at [email protected] - Subject: ATTN: Erica Koiki. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality standards of highly sensitive material under NY Public Health Law, Columbia University, Columbia Health, and SVR protocols (including federal/state/local regulations).
• Available for on-call (telephonic and in-person response), after-hours, evenings, weekends and holidays to provide trauma-informed crisis response support to survivors of gender and power-based violence.
• Facilitate warm hand-off of survivors/co-survivors to Survivor Advocates for follow-up and or long-term support.
• Track and maintain records of all direct service activities and any interactions with survivors.
• Must comply by completing required trainings (HIPAA/Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act, FERPA/Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act, NYS Anti-Harassment Training, NYS-DOH Rape Crisis Training, etc.).
• Participate in regular direct service meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor's degree in public health, Health Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Policy, or other closely related field, along with enrollment in a graduate program at Columbia University or affiliate school.
• Ability to manage confidential information and comply with policies and procedures.
• Must be in good academic and judicial standing, with no active or pending disciplinary matters.
• Strong interest in the mission and values of SVR, and passion to address issues of gender and power-based violence.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Ability to work well in high-stress environment; comfortable interacting with individuals in crisis.
• Desire and ability to work in multi-cultural environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable of sexual assault and intimate partner violence. Familiar with the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights/Title IX, Violence Against Women’s Act (VAWA), Clery Act, Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act (Campus SAVE Act), NYS Enough Is Enough (EIE), HIPAA, and FERPA.

ADA Compliance:

• Physical Ability: Tasks involve some travel in Manhattan and surrounding boroughs at various hours of the night or day.
• Sensory Requirements: Tasks may involve exposure via sight and smell of bodily fluids, evidence bearing clothing and visible injuries. Tasks involve listening and responding to intimate physical knowledge of violence, crime or abuse against a student.
• Environmental Factors: Tasks may involve contact with angry or potentially violent individuals. Tasks may involve contact with individuals with known and unknown diseases. Tasks may include contact with individuals under the influence of either legal or illegal substances.

To apply*, submit a resume and short statement of interest, including your availability, to Erika Koiki, Associate Director of Operations at [email protected] - Subject: ATTN: Erica Koiki. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

* By submitting a resume for this position, you grant SVR permission to perform a judicial and academic standing check with your school/department.

Position Summary:

The OOPP Coordinator will serve as a member of Alice! Health Promotion’s Direct Services Team by assisting with operations for Columbia’s Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP), supporting harm-reduction initiatives on campus, and assisting with other related prevention initiatives.

Alice! Health Promotion currently operates under a hybrid remote working model. 

• Anticipated start: July - August
• Pay rate: $25/hour 

• Time commitment: part-time, 20 hours/week 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required, any other submission will be considered incomplete. Deadline 7/31/2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the job posting may close early.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Columbia Opioid Overdose Prevention (OOPP) Program. This includes coordinating OOPP trainers, facilitating community-based training, overseeing OOPP inventory, completing monthly reports, and other OOPP-related responsibilities.
• Aid in program evaluation of the OOPP by collecting data, contributing to study design, data analysis, and other evaluation-related needs.
• Monitor and help maintain the project management platforms used to assist the OOPP.
• Maintain relationships with campus partners and conduct campus outreach on OOPP and harm-reduction initiatives.
• Provide 1:1 student care for students seeking harm-reduction information, overdose prevention, and BASICS (substance use screening and intervention).
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled Alice! Direct Services team meetings.
• Assist Officers of Administration with substance use, harm reduction, and overdose prevention initiatives as well as communication outreach, including, but not limited to NSOP, Bacchanal, and Responsible Community @ Columbia (RC@C).
• Perform other related report writing, data tracking, evaluation, and metrics.
• Serve on taskforces and committees as assigned.
• Perform basic clerical and administrative tasks as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in health education, public health, psychology, social work, or other closely related fields.
• Full-time or part-time enrollment in a graduate health or closely related program at Columbia University or affiliate.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational, follow-up, and customer service skills.   
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on projects.
• Familiar with web-based programs and data analysis software.
• Commitment to advancing health equity and social justice. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with college-aged populations
• Experience with qualitative research and research design
• Knowledge of public health frameworks
• Experience working on substance use-related issues
• Knowledge of principles of Motivational Interviewing
• Experience with client management software and CMS systems
• Student can commit to 2-year term 

Time Commitment: 

• Approximately 20 hours per week, some evening or weekend work may be required. 
   

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required, any other submission will be considered incomplete. Deadline 7/31/2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the job posting may close early.

• Pay rate: $21/hour
• Time commitment: part-time, 15-20  hours/week; some weekends and evenings; Minimum 2 semesters (consecutive) commitment, 3 semesters preferred
• Location: Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response, Morningside campus
• Start date: Summer 2026 (Required training July 6-17, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday-Friday)
• Reports to: Director, Training & Prevention

Position Summary:

Prevention is one of the three key areas of the work of Sexual Violence Response, along with Advocacy and Outreach. SVR’s Prevention work encompasses a wide range of activities to work towards preventing gender- and power-based violence and promoting thriving relationships within the Columbia University community. The Prevention and Education Intern must uphold strict confidentiality standards. 

The Prevention & Education (P&E) Intern works closely with SVR’s training and prevention team to develop and implement in-person and virtual programs. The P&E Intern supports the development, coordination, and delivery of educational programming focused on sexual and gender-based violence prevention. This role assists with outreach initiatives, workshop facilitation, and the creation of training materials that promote a safer and more informed campus community.  

 Key responsibilities may include supporting event logistics, conducting information gathering to inform prevention strategies, assisting with data collection and evaluation efforts, supporting the peer education volunteer program and the Men’s Engagement Initiative, and collaborating with staff to enhance program effectiveness.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Peer Education Program Support:

• Maintain confidentiality standards of highly sensitive material under NY Public Health Law, Columbia University, Columbia Health, and SVR protocols (including federal/state/local regulations).
• Facilitate workshops and trainings for Columbia University students (includes nights and weekends, as needed).
• Provide co-facilitation support and feedback to SVR Peer Educator volunteers.
• Assist in the development of Peer Educator Advisement topics and co-lead sessions as needed. 

• Participate in regular meetings.

Curricula and Events Support:

• Assist in outreach to the Columbia community to build relationships, publicize events, and coordinate trainings.
• Support the planning and implementation of events for awareness months and initiatives.
• Support in the organization and updating of existing SVR curricula.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data from training by using department tools (Qualtrics, Excel, etc.). 

General Office Support:

• Participate in training on sexual violence and resources available at Columbia University.
• Must comply by completing required trainings (HIPAA/Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act, FERPA/Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act, NYS Anti-Harassment Training, NYS-DOH Rape Crisis Training, etc.).
• Provide SVR office coverage, including, but not limited to, answering phones, responding to walk-ins, etc.
• Upkeep and maintain SVR content in designated campus locations. 

• Perform basic clerical and administrative tasks as assigned 

Required Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Psychology, Social Work, Public Policy, or other closely related field, along with current enrollment in a graduate program at Columbia University or affiliate school.
• Ability to manage confidential information and comply with policies and procedures.
• Must be in good academic and judicial standing, with no active or pending disciplinary matters.
• Experience facilitating workshops and giving in-person presentations for a wide range of audiences (small, large, diverse communities).
• Strong interest in gender and power-based violence prevention, public health, or social justice.
• Demonstrated interest in the mission and values of SVR and a passion for engaging students with a relationship to masculinity in the work. 
• Commitment to trauma-informed and survivor-centered values.
• Ability to follow through with assigned tasks and commitments.
• Familiarity with Qualtrics, Excel, or comparable quantitative data analysis software
• Comfortable working independently or in a team setting.
• Punctual and reliable with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong communication, computer, editing, and writing skills. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable of sexual assault and intimate partner violence
• Previous experience as a Peer Educator or other volunteer education positions
• Familiar with the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights/Title IX, Violence Against Women’s Act (VAWA), Clery Act, Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act (Campus SAVE Act), NYS Enough Is Enough (EIE), HIPAA, and FERPA

To apply*, submit a resume and short statement of interest to Debjani Roy, Director of Training and Prevention at [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

* By submitting a resume for this position, you grant SVR permission to perform an academic standing and judicial check with your school/department.  

Position Summary:

This is a part-time role designed for Columbia University (including affiliate schools) graduate students, offering meaningful, hands-on experience in program evaluation, research, and data-informed strategy development. The intern will play a key role in advancing our mission to provide trauma-informed, survivor-centered services and prevention programming addressing gender and power-based violence. The Research Intern must uphold strict confidentiality standards.

• Pay rate: $21/hour
• Time commitment: part-time, 15 - 20 hours/week, Monday-Friday; Minimum 2 semesters (consecutive) commitment, 3 semesters preferred
• Location: Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response (Morningside Campus)
• Start date: Summer 2026 (Required training July 6-17, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday-Friday)

To apply*, submit a resume and short statement of interest to La'Shawn Rivera, Senior Executive Director at [email protected] - Subject: ATTN: La'Shawn Rivera. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality standards of highly sensitive material under NY Public Health Law, Columbia University, Columbia Health, and SVR protocols (including federal/state/local regulations).
• Assist in designing and implementing program evaluations and research initiatives related to SVR’s direct services, prevention education, and outreach programs.
• Support development of surveys, focus groups, and interview tools, ensuring trauma-informed and aligned with Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response values.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using department tools (Qualtrics, Excel, etc.).
• Manage survey distribution and collection, draft reports/briefs, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Attend SVR programs/events occasionally to assist with survey distribution, information gathering, and data collection.
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings to inform promising practices and strategic recommendations.
• Must comply by completing required trainings (HIPAA/Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act, FERPA/Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act, NYS Anti-Harassment Training, NYS-DOH Rape Crisis Training, etc.).
• Participate in regular meetings.
• Perform basic clerical and administrative tasks as assigned. 

Required Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor's degree in public health, Health Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Policy, or other closely related field, along with enrollment in a graduate program at Columbia University or affiliate school.
• Ability to manage confidential information and comply with policies and procedures.
• Must be in good academic and judicial standing, with no active or pending disciplinary matters.
• Strong interest in gender and power-based violence research, prevention and or education.
• Experience with program evaluation, research design, data collection and analysis.
• Familiarity with Qualtrics, SPSS, Excel, or comparable quantitative data analysis software.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Punctual and reliable with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong communication, computer, editing, and writing skills.
• Desire and ability to work in multi-cultural environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable of sexual assault and intimate partner violence. Familiar with the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights/Title IX, Violence Against Women’s Act (VAWA), Clery Act, Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act (Campus SAVE Act), NYS Enough Is Enough (EIE), HIPAA, and FERPA.

To apply*, submit a resume and short statement of interest to La'Shawn Rivera, Senior Executive Director at [email protected] - Subject: ATTN: La'Shawn Rivera. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

* By submitting a resume for this position, you grant SVR permission to perform a judicial and academic standing check with your school/department.

Position Summary:

Gather facts, resources, and the latest research findings for Go Ask Alice!, Columbia’s health Q&A Internet resource. Translate complex medical and health information into engaging, readable, smart prose suitable for undergraduate and graduate students at Columbia. Writing is in a question-and-answer format.

Using research collected, the Go Ask Alice! Content Assistant (Student Casual) will craft responses to health questions that have been submitted anonymously to the Go Ask Alice! website. 

• Anticipated start date: May 2026
• Pay rate: $25/hour
• Time commitment: part-time, 13-15 hours/week 

Candidates being considered for the role will be asked to complete a research and writing task and participate in a virtual interview as part of the application process.

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required; submissions without both will be considered incomplete. 

Submit all materials by March 13, 2026. Please note: this posting may close before the posted due date depending on applicant volume.   

Responsibilities:

• Gather, review, organize, and record research from reputable medical and scientific literature, websites, and other sources.
• Use research collected to write new answers or update existing answers for the Go Ask Alice! website.
• Collaborate with other Content Assistants during weekly team meeting and ad hoc to review and edit responses.
• Assist with special projects related to the site production and workflow.
• Consult by phone or e-mail with medical providers and health professionals while researching.
• Other duties as assigned, which will include, but is not limited to, participation in professional development workshops, supporting unit-wide events and initiatives, attendance at all-Alice! staff meetings, performing basic clerical and administrative duties 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program at Columbia University or affiliates.
• Must have strong research, writing, and editing skills.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into everyday language especially health-related concepts.
• Ability to discuss sensitive health-related content.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently. 

Other Requirements:

• The selected student must be available to work 15 hours/week (Monday – Friday), preferably between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Ideal candidate can commit to working from May 2026 – May 2027. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
• Alice! Health Promotion currently operates under a hybrid working model (some in-person hours and some remote).

Alice! Health Promotion currently operates under a hybrid working model (some in-person hours and some remote). At minimum, two shifts per week should be completed in-person. As changes to operations evolve over time, we will work with the incumbent in this role to ensure safety and capacity are top priorities in the work environment. 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. Deadline 3/13/2026.

Position Summary:

The Health Education Specialist will serve as a member of the Alice! Health Promotion. This role helps to improve health and well-being through the delivery of health education  through one-to-one conversations, curricula development and facilitation of workshops, trainings, presentations and other activities for undergraduate and graduate students.  

Alice! Health Promotion currently operates under a hybrid working model, with expectations for on-site and remote work. 

• Anticipated Start Date: June 1
• Pay Rate: $25/hour
• Time Commitment: Part-time, 18-20 hours/week 
   

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. Submissions without both a resume and a cover letter will be considered incomplete.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual-level student support through Health Education Visits and Health Education Drop-In Hours each week.
• Support the supervision of the CU Well Peer Leader program and attend weekly meetings on Tuesday afternoons.
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of various Alice! Activities, including Dog Therapy, tabling and outreach events, and workshops and trainings.
• Collect, review, and organize literature across health topics; utilize literature in one-to-one conversations and for the purpose of curricula development.
• Evaluate, assess, gather metrics, and write reports related to health education services.
• Attend and participate in regularly-scheduled Alice! Health Promotion part-time student meetings.  
• Complete job-related training across Alice! Health Promotion and Columbia Health.
• Perform basic clerical and administrative tasks.   
• Other duties as assigned.  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in health education, psychology, social work, or other closely related field. 
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate health or closely-related program at Columbia University or affiliate.  
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational, follow-up, and customer service skills.  
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on projects.   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with college-aged populations and/or with health education.  
• Prior health education certification.  
• Knowledge of principles of Motivational Interviewing and Positive Psychology. 
• Experience with client management software and CMS systems.
• Training as a Certified Peer Educator (CPEs). 

Time Commitment: 

• Approximately 18-20 hours/week (Monday – Friday) 
• Some evening or weekend work will be required. 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. Submissions without both a resume and a cover letter will be considered incomplete.

Position Summary

The GHAP Coordinator works closely with the Health Promotion Specialist, Sexual & Reproductive Health to train, support, and help supervise the work of volunteer GHAP Advocates and to manage day-to-day Sexual & Reproductive Health Services operations. The GHAP Coordinator also assists other staff at Alice! Health Promotion and Columbia Health on shared initiatives, as needed. 

• Anticipated start date: June 2026
• Anticipated end date: May 2027*
• Pay rate: $25/hour
• Time commitment: Part-time, 15-20 hours/week 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required; submissions without both will be considered incomplete. Deadline 3/13/2025.

*GHAP Coordinators who have not graduated and are high performers may have the option to continue in the role beyond May 2027.

Responsibilities: 

• Help supervise volunteer GHAP Advocates during onsite and virtual Sexual & Reproductive Health (SRH) drop-in hours
• Provide 1:1 student care for students attending SRH drop-in hours
• Utilize electronic health records to document conversations with students
• Curate and create training resources for GHAP Advocates and informational material for clients
• Under the supervision of the Senior Health Promotion Specialist, Sexual & Reproductive Health, help coordinate and lead GHAP Advocate summer training
• Maintain SRH files (electronic and hard copy) and replenish client handouts, educational binders, office supplies, and other day-to-day operational needs
• Assist with the recruitment of new volunteer GHAP Advocates
• Liaise with Alice! Health Promotion, Medical Services, and other Columbia Health staff for client referrals
• Represent Alice! Health Promotion at trainings, workshops, and other events at Columbia, as needed
• Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student (undergraduate, graduate, or professional) at Columbia University or affiliates
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational, follow-up, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on projects
• Commitment to advancing health equity and social justice
• Must be graduating May 2027 or later

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience volunteering as a GHAP Advocate for at least one semester
• Experience working with college-aged populations and/or with sexual & reproductive health-related issues
• Knowledge of principles of Motivational Interviewing
• Experience working with electronic health records 

Time Commitment

• Approximately 15-20 hours/week (Monday – Friday) 
  • Ideal candidate would have some availability between 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday
• Some evening or weekend work may be required. 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form.

Position Summary:

The Well-being Advocate Specialist will serve as a member of the Alice! Direct Service's Team to improve the health and well-being of undergraduate and graduate students through one-to-one wellness coaching and providing peer support for the volunteer Well-being Advocate group. 

• Anticipated Start Date: May 2026*
• Pay Rate: $25/Hour
• Time Commitment: Part-time, 15-20 hours/week 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required; submissions without both will be considered incomplete. Deadline to apply is December 12, 2025. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. 

*If the selected applicant does not have a Certified Wellness and Health Coach (CWHC) through Real Balance Global Wellness, they will be required to participate in training starting January 2026. Columbia Health covers the cost of this training. This training will be held virtually on Tuesdays from 11 am-1 pm EST.  

Alice! Health Promotion currently operates under a hybrid remote working model. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide primary on-site/virtual support for Wellness Coaching and support other related Alice! Direct Services operations.
• Assist with the recruitment of new Well-being Advocates.
• Under the supervision of the Health Promotion Specialist, Wellness Coaching, guide and support Well-being Advocates during their training.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled Well-being Advocate supervision meetings.
• Monitor and assist with maintenance of the online web-based platform used to assist in administering Alice! Direct Services.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled Alice! Direct Services team meetings.
• Assist Officers of Administration with health and well-being initiatives and communication outreach, including, but not limited to: Direct Services, NSOP, Bacchanal, and university wide events.   
• Assist with the Wellness Coaching initiative and other related tasks such as report writing, data tracking, evaluation, and metrics.
• Serve on taskforces and committees as assigned.   
• Perform basic clerical and administrative tasks as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in health education, psychology, social work, or other closely related field.
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate health or closely-related program at Columbia University or affiliate.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational, follow-up, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on projects.
• Familiar with web-based programs, including Zoom and Microsoft 365.
• Commitment to advancing health equity and social justice.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior health and wellness coaching certification.
• Experience working with college-aged populations and/or with wellness coaching.
• Knowledge of principles of Motivational Interviewing and Positive Psychology.
• Experience with client management software and CMS systems.
• Student can commit to a 2-year term.  

Time Commitment:

• Approximately 20 hours/week
• Some evening or weekend work may be required.

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form

Position Summary

The Operations & Outreach Assistant works closely with the Health Promotion Specialist, Resource Navigation & Wayfinding (HPS-RNWF) to manage day-to-day operations of the Department and assist with ongoing student support initiatives. This position serves a vital role in supporting students as they contact our office through email, phone, drop-ins, and scheduled appointments. The Operations & Outreach Assistant works closely with the Assistant Director of Operations and other staff at Alice! Health Promotion and Columbia Health.  

• Anticipated start date: May or June 2025 
• Anticipated end date: May 2026, with option of renewal based on performance 
• Pay rate: $25/hour  
• Eligibility: currently enrolled Columbia graduate student 
• Time commitment: part-time, 15-20 hours/week  

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required; submissions without both will be considered incomplete. Work study students are eligible.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Health Promotion Specialist, support students through 1:1 appointments, group workshops and trainings, and community outreach events. 
• In collaboration with the Health Promotion Specialist and AD, Operations, provide coverage for Alice! phone and email inbox, and triaging students seeking drop-in support.  
• In collaboration with staff across the Department, develop patient handouts and digital resource guides that meets student needs and promotes health literacy, plain language, and patient advocacy.  
• Lead welcome and belonging initiatives for part-time student staff and student volunteer programs. Create and disseminate monthly newsletter and plan professional development/engagement activities. Maintain part-time student staff and student volunteer Welcome Manual.   
• Manage Department inventory, including safe sex supplies, menstrual products, print materials, and promotional items disseminated to students.  
• Serve as ambassador for Alice! Health Promotion initiatives and programs.  
• Fulfill other duties as assigned, including but not limited to administrative tasks and special projects related to operations and resource navigation 

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrollment in a graduate program at Columbia University or affiliates until May 2026.   
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability.   
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational, follow-up, and interpersonal skills.   
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on projects.   
• Must be able to manage time effectively and balance priorities.  
• Commitment to advancing health equity, social justice, and belonging. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with college-aged populations and/or low-barrier health services.  
• Interest in and experience working with health-related content.  
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite tools and Electronic Medical Record systems (ex: IMPACT, PnC). 

Time Commitment

• Approximately 15-20 hours per week (Monday – Friday). 
• Ideal candidate would have some availability from 9 – 11 a.m., Monday – Friday. 
• Some evening or weekend work may be required. 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required; submissions without both will be considered incomplete.

Position Summary:

The position will work closely with the Communications Specialist within the Communications team at Columbia Health.

The assistant will provide tactical support in executing communication plans designed to promote the resources and services within Columbia Health including primary care, mental health, health promotion, disability access, insurance and immunization, and sexual violence prevention for students on the Morningside, Manhattanville, and select affiliate campuses.

This role is ideal for students interested in pursuing a career in communications and marketing in hospital and other healthcare settings, as well as the wellness industry.  

*Candidates being considered for the role will be asked to complete a content creation exercise which (includes research, writing, and creative design) and participate in a virtual interview as part of the application process.

Responsibilities:

• Execute the social media strategy, including research, developing content, designing creative, and tracking social media analytics for Columbia Health accounts.
• Support key activities for new student orientation, awareness month campaigns, new service launch campaigns, including developing promotional plans, staffing events, and distributing materials.
• Other duties as assigned such as basic website edits, event promotion, and writing short articles.  

Required Qualifications:

• Active enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program at Columbia University or affiliates.  
• Strong writing skills with solid experience in simplifying complex messages / topics.  
• Strong listening, speaking, and presentational skills.   
• Highly organized with demonstrated project management skills.  
• Digital experience highly preferred (website, social media, short form video).   
• Ability to work independently, take initiative on projects, prioritize tasks, and report on progress in a timely manner.  
• Interact with senior staff in a professional manner. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Interest in public health and health communications preferred.   
• Experience with graphic design and video editing (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.).  
• Experience with digital analytics. 

Other Requirements:

• Maximum 20 hours a week, with some variation depending on the plans and student’s schedule. 
• Must be a currently registered student at Columbia University during duration of position. 
• The position is a hybrid role with in-person hours required during peak times.

Position Summary:

The Health Promotion Assistant (Student Casual) will assist the Alice! Health Promotion team in incorporating health literacy principles into our work. This may include adapting content to use plain language, developing health literacy curricula, or quantitative and qualitative data analysis. The Health Promotion Assistant will also help to improve health and well-being by supporting strategic efforts to integrate health literacy across campus. 

Alice! Health Promotion currently operates under a hybrid remote working model. 

• Anticipated Start Date: Mid-August to early September 2024 
• Pay Rate: $25/Hour 
• Time Commitment: Part-time, 15-20 Hours/Week 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. 

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist writing and editing content according to plain language and health literacy principles. 
• Assist with communication efforts.  
• Assist with the development and implementation of health literacy curriculum. 
• Support health literacy data collection and analysis. 
• Assist with the production of Go Ask Alice!, Columbia University’s health Q&A internet resource, including reading incoming questions. 
• Other duties as assigned, which will include, but is not limited to, participation in professional development workshops, supporting unit-wide events and initiatives, attendance at all-Alice! staff meetings, and performing basic clerical and administrative tasks. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, education, psychology, communications, literacy, social work, or other health-related field. 
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate health or closely-related program at Columbia University or affiliate.  
• Must have strong writing and editing skills.  
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Familiarity with health and science and able to work with sensitive health-related concepts. 
• Ability to work independently, manage time well, and take initiative on projects.  
• Commitment to advancing health equity and social justice.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with college-aged populations  
• Familiarity with plain language, literacy, or health communications 

Time Commitment: 

• The selected student must be available to work 15-20 hours per week (Monday through Friday) between the hours of 9 am and 7 pm.
• We ask that the selected candidate commit to working from August 2024 to May 2024. Some evening or weekend work may be required. 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form.

Position Summary:

The Health Promotion Assistant will serve as a member of the Alice! Health Promotion Team to improve health and well-being by supporting strategic efforts to engage the Columbia community in defining and implementing well-being programs and initiatives.

Alice! Health Promotion currently operates under a hybrid remote working model. 

• Anticipated start date: Mid/Late November 
• Pay rate: $25/hour 

• Time commitment: part-time,15-20 hours/week 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required, any other submission will be considered incomplete.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with qualitative research, evaluations, and assessments on the effectiveness of student well-being efforts. Support data collection efforts, create reports of data gathered, and present data findings to groups as requested. 
• Conduct literature reviews and reviews of evidence-informed practices.
• Assist Professional Staff with health and well-being initiatives and communication, outreach, including, but not limited to: workshop facilitation, outreach efforts, and staffing for university-wide events such as dog therapy.   
• Support Alice! Health Promotion initiatives such as health literacy. 
• Assist with the production of Go Ask Alice!, Columbia University’s health Q&A internet resource, including reading incoming questions. 
• Other duties as assigned, which will include, but are not limited to, participation in professional development workshops, supporting unit-wide events and initiatives, and attendance at all-Alice! staff meetings. 
• Perform basic clerical and administrative tasks as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in health education, psychology, social work, or other health-related field. 
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate health or closely related program at Columbia University or affiliate.  
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational, and follow-up 
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on projects.  
• Commitment to advancing health equity and social justice.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with college-aged populations.
• Familiar with web-based software/programs for qualitative research. 

Time Commitment:

Approximately 15-20 hours per week. The majority of hours are to be completed during 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. business hours. Some evening or weekend work may be required. 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required, any other submission will be considered incomplete.

Position Summary:

The Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist (Student Casual) will serve as a member of the Alice! Direct Service’s Team to improve health and well-being through alcohol and drug-related primary and secondary interventions with undergraduate and graduate students and assist with other related prevention initiatives.  

Alice! Health Promotion currently operates under a hybrid remote working model. 

• Pay rate: $25/hour 

• Time commitment: part-time, 20 hours/week 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required, any other submission will be considered incomplete.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and assist with maintenance of the online web-based platform used to assist in administering Brief Alcohol Screening & Intervention for College Students (BASICS); including updating training materials.
• Facilitate one-on-one BASICS sessions for Columbia undergraduate, graduate, and professional students.
• Assist Officers of Administration with substance use/misuse/abuse prevention initiatives and communication outreach, including, but not limited to NSOP, Bacchanal, and Responsible Community @ Columbia (RC@C). 
• Assist with BASICS program implementation and other related report writing, data tracking, evaluation, and metrics.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled Alice! Direct Services team meetings.
• Serve on task forces and working groups as assigned.
• Assist with the production of Go Ask Alice!, Columbia University’s health Q&A internet resource, including reviewing incoming questions.
• Perform basic clerical and administrative tasks as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned, which include but are not limited to participation in professional development workshops, supporting department-wide events and initiatives, and attendance at all-Alice! staff meetings

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in health education, psychology, social work, or other closely related field
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate health or closely related program at Columbia University or an affiliate
• Excellent communication skills required
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational, follow-up, and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on projects
• Familiar with web-based programs
• Commitment to advancing health equity and social justice

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with college-aged populations and/or with substance abuse-related issues
• Knowledge of principles of Motivational Interviewing
• Experience with client management software and CMS systems
• Incoming graduate student able to commit to a 2-year term
• Available to work ~20 hours/week (Monday – Friday), between the hours of 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Alice! Application Submission Form. A resume and cover letter are required, any other submission will be considered incomplete.