Ambulatory Care Network

Digital Health Equity

Duration: 10 weeks (Summer)

Application Closed

The intern will support digital health equity initiatives focused on improving patients' ability to access and use digital healthcare tools. A key area of focus will be supporting the AIM Digital Health Literacy program, including program evaluation, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and development of strategies to improve digital access and adoption.

The intern will gain experience in:

  • Health equity and population health strategy
  • Healthcare operations and program management
  • Data analysis and program evaluation
  • Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
  • Digital health innovation and patient engagement

Key Responsibilities

  • Support implementation and evaluation of digital health literacy initiatives
  • Analyze program and patient engagement data
  • Conduct research on digital health equity best practices
  • Develop presentations, reports, and recommendations for leadership
  • Participate in stakeholder meetings and project planning activities
  • Assist with creation of patient education and engagement resources

As part of their participation, interns will be required to complete a capstone project that may include the following deliverables:

  • An evaluation of a digital health equity initiative
  • Data-driven recommendations for program improvement or expansion
  • A final presentation summarizing findings, impact, and next steps

The Digital Health Equity team works to improve equitable access to digital healthcare services and tools across NewYork-Presbyterian. Through partnerships with clinical, operational, and community stakeholders, the team develops programs that help patients engage with patient portals, telehealth, online scheduling, and other digital resources.