The internship program is primarily designed for those interested in learning about child health issues, the legislative process, and public affairs activities. Description The Academy's Washington office internship program is available to college, medical and graduate students, residents and AAP members and family. While this program is individualized, examples of internship activities are outlined below. Upon returning to the office a report would be communicated by the intern to the person responsible for the issue covered. These hearings would include markups, general oversight hearings and those on specific issues.
Interns learn the value of forming useful unions with other organizations which have similar goals.
These coalitions enable the advocates to present a stronger voice. Attendance at Academy meetings will be arranged whenever possible. Interns with an interest in journalism can work with public affairs staff in communicating legislative issues effectively to reporters, AAP members and the general public. The American Academy of Pediatrics can accommodate three interns at a time. The length of an internship is a minimum of four weeks.