The Aging in New York Fund is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student to work on the development of a web-based menu planning application.   Under general direction, the Nutrition Intern will be responsible for the following:

·      Modify recipes so that they meet the nutritional guidelines established by The Department for the Aging

·      Complete the nutrient analysis of recipes and menus using Nutritionist Pro software

·      Enter recipes and nutrient analysis information into the developed database

·      Conduct trainings for senior center staff on how to use the application

·      Communicate with community partners

·      Participate in the development workgroup; complete written reports and summaries

 

**This position may require travel throughout the 5 boroughs of NYC

 

 

Minimum Qualifications

·      Currently enrolled and have completed a minimum of 30 credits in an undergraduate program in nutrition and/or dietetics OR currently enrolled in a graduate program in nutrition and/or dietetics

·      Good computer skills

·      Interest in working with the senior population

·      Comfortable working with staff 

·      Passion for food and nutrition

·      Willing to travel within the 5 boroughs of NYC

·      Knowledge of or the ability to learn how to complete a nutrient analysis using nutrient analysis software

·      Comfortable working in a professional office environment

 

Compensation

This assignment begins in June 2013 and candidates should be available to work 14 hours per week.  The hourly rate for undergraduate interns is $12 per hour; the hourly rate for graduate interns is $17 per hour. Hired interns are considered part-time, non-exempt temporary employees.  Temporary employees are those individuals hired for a period of one year or less, regardless of how many hours worked per week, and are not eligible for benefits.

 

To apply, please send resume to Elysa Dinzes at [log in to unmask]