Cross-Cultural Health & Wellness Intern
$375 - $425 USD weekly
If you need assistance with the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@cord.edu or 218-299-3339, or visit the Human Resources Home Page.
Position Details
| Position Title: | Cross-Cultural Health & Wellness Intern |
| Location: | Bemidji, Minnesota |
| Employment Type: | Seasonal Recreation Exempt, Temporary, Full-time |
| General Employment Period: | June 2027 - August 2027 |
| General Work Schedule: | 5 - 6 weeks, plus one week of paid orientation. Seven days per week, with one, 24-hour relief day during a two-week session. |
| General Shift Hours: | Residential position requiring on-site presence with scheduled daytime and evening hours; approximately 14 – 16 hours per day, with 2 - 3 hours of unscheduled personal time daily. |
| Minimum Salary: | $375-$425 per/week |
| Position Opening Date: | 11/12/2026 |
| Screening Begins: | 12/1/2026 |
| Position Closing Date: | |
| Open Until Filled? | Yes |
Why Concordia Language Villages?
At Concordia Language Villages, a program of Concordia College, your work contributes to something bigger. Every role plays a part in creating immersive experiences that inspire curiosity, build connections across cultures, and prepare people to engage thoughtfully with the world.
Here, you'll join a collaborative community where your contributions are valued, and your work can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our participants.
About the Role
Position Overview
An internship and Concordia Language Villages offers health majors (nursing, pre-med, social work, etc.) an opportunity to learn cultural competency by living and working in a cultural and language immersion environment. Under the direction of the Health and Wellness Coordinator and supervision of Village providers and deans, interns will help provide care to individual staff and villagers.
If you love being outdoors, learning about new cultures and languages, helping others all over the world, and working with children, join us this summer!
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with Village providers (RNs, MDs) & Village Deans to provide for the healthcare needs of staff and villagers
- Gain hands-on experience addressing mental, emotional, and social health needs
- Use an electronic medical records system to enter and maintain the health records of the Village
- Transport patients to health care facilities as needed
- Strengthen interpersonal skills while communicating with people from diverse backgrounds
- Attend weekly intern meetings and complete 2 short projects exploring culturally-responsive healthcare
- Adapt to a constantly changing environment with flexibility and a problem-solving mindset
You'll Thrive Here if You:
- Enjoy working collaboratively and building positive relationships with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Are adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic, community-oriented environment.
- Take pride in contributing to a welcoming, supportive, and engaging experience for others.
- Bring enthusiasm, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
- Find meaning in helping others explore languages, cultures, and new perspectives.
General Responsibilities for All Positions
Click here to view the general responsibilities that apply to all CLV positions.
- Be familiar with and abide by specific policies set forth in the "Personnel Policies," which are designated by Concordia Language Villages administration and individual Village deans.
- Read and become familiar with the responsibilities for your specific area of assignment.
- After receiving your Staff Handbook and other material, read all the information carefully and thoroughly before arriving at the Village.
- Report to orientation prior to your first session as designated by your staff agreement.
- Assist with setting up the Village, preparing for the next session, and maintaining the Village throughout the session.
- Live in community living arrangements, assigned according to gender; nearly all positions include living and sleeping in a cabin or other housing unit with villagers (participants) of the same gender; positions that do not include living with villagers do include living with other staff members of the same gender.
- Be prepared to use shared bathroom facilities assigned according to gender; shower and toilet stalls are private but situated within common bathroom areas shared with other staff and villagers.
- Model standards for behavior and be sensitive to the health and welfare of the villagers.
- Remain one day after your final session for cleanup, inventory, and evaluation of the program.
- Be at least 16 years of age to be considered for a staff position.
- Be at least 18 years of age to be considered for a staff position if you are not a United States citizen.
Essential Functions of All Positions
Click here to view the essential functions that apply to all CLV positions.
- Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities specifically in the busy, noisy, communal environment that is the Village.
- Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and manage your own needs in order to maintain a youth-centered program.
- Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups in respecting social and cultural diversity and to maintain appropriate boundaries.
Provision of essential functions helps assure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Qualifications
What We're Looking For
We're searching for compassionate, adaptable individuals who are passionate about health and wellness, working with young people, and learning from diverse cultures and communities. Successful interns bring strong communication skills, good judgment, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and collaborate with healthcare professionals in a dynamic summer camp environment.
Required Education & Experience
- Completed at least one year of college
Preferred Education & Experience
- Education or experience in a health-related field, including clinical experience, EMT experience, or other healthcare experience
- Experience in a camp or youth-related environment
- Foreign language ability highly encouraged, but not required
- Camping experience preferred
Required Skills and Abilities
Candidates must be able to demonstrate the following:
- Ability to work effectively in an outdoor setting with limited resources
- Ability to use technology, including electronic medical records systems, email, and virtual conferencing software
- Commitment to the mission of Concordia Language Villages and to diversity, equity, access, and inclusion
Seasonal Perks
Seasonal employment at Concordia Language Villages offers opportunities to develop new skills, gain valuable experience, and build meaningful connections with people from around the world.
Depending on the position, seasonal employment may include:
- Housing provided during residential employment.
- Meals provided during residential employment.
- Paid training and orientation.
- Applicable tuition discounts for children attending Concordia Language Villages.
- Opportunities for professional development, intercultural learning, and language immersion.
What to Submit with Your Application
Complete the online application to be considered for this position. We encourage you to share details about your experience, skills, and interests to help our hiring teams get to know you and understand what you could bring to the team.
You will need to include a resume. A cover letter or other supporting materials that highlight your relevant experience and qualifications would be welcome inclusions as well, but are not required.
Additional Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants will be asked to provide contact information for at least two professional references before an offer of employment is made. References are not required at the time of initial application.
Employment Contingencies
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, including a criminal background check.
Health Services positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Candidates who already hold independent authorization to work in the United States are welcome to apply; however, Concordia College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States to be considered.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, 218-299-3339.