Science Writing Internship Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

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The Department of Psychiatry in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Student Internship. This Fixed Term Recurring Part-time position is for approximately 4 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

The Pan-Canadian Initiative Linking Genomic, Environmental and Mental Health Data in Children and Youth or Pan-GEM is a national research project that brings together research studies from across Canada to explore how genetics and the environment work together to shape youth mental health. We're bringing together teams from across Canada and want young people involved in helping shape how we explain and share this work. We're looking for one young adult (16 to 25 years old) who is passionate about mental health and research to join the Pan-GEM youth project as an intern. A Pan-GEM youth intern is a student learner who will work with a Pan-GEM team member to gain practical, hands-on experience in research while receiving training in academic writing, research methods, ethics, cultural sensitivity, and genetics. There will also be opportunities for career development.

Genetics is the study of how genes and traits are passed down from parents to children, while genomics looks at all of a person's genes and how they work together and with the environment to influence health and traits. For example, two friends might both have genes that could make them good runners, but only the one who practices becomes fast because habits and environments affect how genes work. Pharmacogenetics is the study of how your genes affect the way your body responds to medicines (e.g., which medications is likely to work best or may cause side effects).

Learn about and help review information and scientific papers about policies related to youth mental health, ethics and pharmacogenetics, sharing your findings and recommendations through written reports. Help design simple questionnaires or interview and discussion guides for small group conversations (focus groups). Assist with notetaking; observation and support during focus groups or interviews. Work with other youth interns and Pan-GEM team members. Attend weekly check-ins and team meetings. Share your learnings at the end of the internship about your experience.

Recurring Part-time employees are hourly employees engaged to perform work on an irregular schedule.

• Explore policy guidelines around using pharmacogenetics with children and youth
• Summarize information, support project activities, and contribute to creating youth-friendly policy recommendations

• Are 16 to 25 years old and live in Calgary, Alberta
• Have an interest in scientific research, health policy, youth mental health, genetics, and/or related areas
• Can read information from articles or summaries, identify key points, and explain it in your own words
• Are eager to learn more about genetics and pharmacogenetics, take on challenges, and use feedback to improve
• Communicate effectively, work well in a team, and respect diverse perspectives
• Can stay organized, work independently, and manage and take responsibility for multiple tasks
• Feel comfortable learning and/or using digital tools (i.e., Canva, PowerPoint, Adobe, or Word)
• School, work, volunteer, or life experiences that would help you succeed in this role

Thank you for taking the time to read about this role and consider whether it's a good fit for you. We truly appreciate your interest and look forward to hearing from you.

• 4-month internship
• 20 hours/per week
• 16.85/hour
• Hybrid (a combination of remote and in-office work)

Application Deadline: September 14, 2026

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

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