GET INVOLVED

Become a Student Volunteer

The HEALTH Center for Addictions Research and Cancer Prevention is seeking students from all levels interested in getting involved with the Center’s public health research projects and community-engaged outreach work. Students are accepted based on a competitive application and an interview.

POTENTIAL BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Learning more about addictions and cancer prevention interventions
Building relationships with research mentors
Attending Innovative Research Talks and other programming
Participation in cutting-edge research projects
Participation in health fairs and other community outreach events
Potential professional presentation & authorship opportunities (depending on length and nature of commitment)

VOLUNTEER CADRE PROGRAMMING:

Cadre activities are carried out during the Fall and Spring Semester.
Group Meetings: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 2PM (Virtual or In-Person).
Community Events: Commit to attending 2 per month which include weekend, daytime, and evening opportunities.
Professional Development Sessions: Professional development presentations are usually held on Mondays at 2PM. Please remain flexible as scheduling for an alternative day/time may be required.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please email a complete application to: healthrcmi@central.uh.edu
Subject Line: RCMI Student App_Last Name

A COMPLETE APPLICATION SHOULD INCLUDE:

Student Volunteer Cadre Application
A cover letter (1 page max) explaining your interest in working at the HEALTH Center for Addictions Research and Cancer Prevention
A resume or CV

Accepting Student Volunteer Applications

Become a Community Volunteer

Do you want to do something that is satisfying and of great service to your community? Then become a Community Volunteer for the RCMI at UH!

We are seeking Community Volunteers who are interested in getting involved with the community-engaged outreach work that we do in addictions and cancer prevention. Benefits include opportunities to participate in health fairs and other community events.

Volunteers are accepted on the basis of a completed application and an associated training for community volunteers.