PTSD Youth Research & Advocacy Intern 100% Remote

# PTSD Youth Research & Advocacy Internship

*100% Remote 100% Flexible Schedule*

Academic Credit, Volunteer, or Potential Stipend

## Position Overview

Voice Up seeks PTSD Youth Research & Advocacy Interns for our mental health initiative addressing post-traumatic stress disorder among middle school, high school, and young adult populations. This remote internship focuses on trauma-informed care research, family support resources, and awareness campaigns.

## The Need

Research shows 1 in 4 teenagers experience trauma by age 16, with 5% of adolescents meeting PTSD criteria. Our initiative bridges research and real-world application, ensuring youth access to trauma-informed support systems and evidence-based treatments.

## Key Responsibilities

**Research & Analysis**

- Conduct literature reviews on adolescent PTSD prevalence and treatment modalities (TF-CBT, EMDR, family therapy)

- Research cultural factors affecting PTSD diagnosis in diverse populations

- Compile evidence-based resources for educators and families

**Content Creation**

- Develop educational materials on PTSD symptoms and treatments

- Create family support guides with practical strategies

- Design social media campaigns to reduce mental health stigma

**Community Outreach**

- Connect with school counselors and mental health professionals

- Support trauma-informed school policy development

- Assist in creating peer support programs for affected youth

## Qualifications

**Required:**

- Enrollment in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Education, or related field

- Strong research and communication skills

- Passion for mental health advocacy and youth development

- Understanding of trauma-informed care principles

**Preferred:**

- Coursework in abnormal psychology or trauma studies

- Mental health advocacy experience

- Familiarity with evidence-based treatments

## What You'll Gain

- Hands-on trauma-informed mental health research experience

- Understanding of PTSD treatments and family support approaches

- Professional letter of recommendation from Voice Up founder

- Networking with trauma specialists and educators

- Skills in crisis support and trauma-informed communication

## Details

**Duration:** 12-16 weeks **Time:** 10-15 hours/week **Format:** 100% remote with weekly check-ins

## Apply

Send resume, cover letter, and two references to: ****

Subject: "PTSD Youth Advocacy Intern - [Your Name]"

*Join us in ensuring no youth faces PTSD alone.*

Our project is a first step in raising awareness about a national health epidemic. All proceeds are reinvested directly into proactive strategies for improving behavioral health among youth, teens, and young adults in collaboration with community partners.

We sponsor every day people of all ages struggling with behavioral health challenges that are committed to making a sincere change in their life towards their purpose. We match then with mentors for the long term.

Our youth, teens, and young adults are reporting the highest levels of loneliness on record according to the U.S. Surgeon General. Our work is going to help change that through simple actions that bring people together for the common good, focused on lifting people up, and creating stronger in person connections.