Become a Fellow

HealthTech 4 Medicaid (HT4M)’s fellowship program offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into critical areas of health equity and community engagement. Gain hands-on experience, inspired leadership opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge Medicaid events.
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Examples of Fellowship Positions

Fellows have the opportunity to concentrate in certain positions or work across sectors based on their own interests and areas of expertise, including:

social engagement
Social Media
advocacy
Policy & Advocacy
Community Health
Research

Benefits

HealthTech 4 Medicaid (HT4M) offers a fellowship program that sets the standard for professional growth. Elevate your portfolio, achieve academic goals with hands-on experience, join remotely from anywhere while having the option to attend exciting in-person events and forge invaluable connections with industry experts in your field.

  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Fulfill Internship/ Practicum Requirements
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Remote Opportunity

 

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Qualifications

Our Fellowship Program is open to all individuals looking to make an impact! With long lasting partnerships established with esteemed institutions like Mount Sinai Health System, University of California System, Johns Hopkins University, and Tulane University, our fellowship seeks leaders eager to drive our organization’s growth and expansion, transforming the Medicaid landscape.

  • High degree of initiative and independence
  • Great written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Interest and knowledge of public health and Medicaid is a plus

Fellowship Projects

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Research

Our fellows have made significant contributions through in-depth research and policy analysis, focusing on creating landscape reports to provide comprehensive insights into the Medicaid landscape. These reports offer a thorough understanding of current trends, challenges, opportunities, and key stakeholders within the realm of Medicaid. Explore a variety of project topics, including the Behavioral Health Landscape, Age Technology, Diversifying Clinical Research, Data Equity, Post-Acute Care, and more.
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Policy

Our dedicated policy fellows have played instrumental roles in shaping the future of healthcare through their innovative initiatives. From crafting comprehensive policy agendas to developing stakeholder engagement plans, their work has made a tangible difference in the Medicaid landscape. As policy fellows, they have been tasked with conducting in-depth research, analyzing legislative proposals, advocating for policy changes, and collaborating with key stakeholders to drive meaningful reforms.
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Community

Our fellows actively participate in meaningful community initiatives, contributing to the development of our underrepresented founders database, conducting venture research, and excelling in grant writing endeavors. Through these endeavors, they play a pivotal role in fostering the growth of our company community and facilitating impactful connections among a network of individuals.

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Social Media

Fellows have worked hands-on in social media and marketing, where they take the lead in managing media campaigns, assist in event coordination, design captivating graphics for our events, and aid in promotional efforts. This opportunity allows them to gain valuable skills while actively contributing to our outreach and engagement initiatives.

Student Experiences

"Through extensive research and proactive initiatives, I addressed digital and telehealth inequities, highlighted the importance of diversity and inclusion in healthcare, and effectively managed communications to enhance awareness and access."
Clarity Chua
Clarity Chua
“As an aspiring physician, I am passionate about the work HT4M does because I see both the benefits and limitations of federally-funded insurance and its impact on the patients I see today. It is essential to work to continue to advocate for minority populations that continue to be overlooked or devalued.”
Gabrielle Guido
Gabrielle Guido
“During my HT4M fellowship, I led the creation of our policy agenda, aligning strategies with our core mission. I meticulously researched potential policy collaborators and ensured seamless alignment with our goals.”
Jessie Zhu
Jessie Zhu
“The primary objective of my project was to investigate the issue of underinvestment in companies led by underrepresented founders through a a comprehensive landscape analysis. After my fellowship at HT4M, I returned to medical school to continue my medical education. With the skills that I learned from my fellowship at HT4M, I joined the OKB Foundation in Ghana, as a chief Innovation officer.”
Edward Sarfo
Edward Sarfo
“Following my fellowship at HT4M, ​​I am interested in the opportunity to work in policy and innovation because of how it is possible to create change on a large scale. As a physician, I hope to become a leader that can help in effecting such change, especially to help those who are disadvantaged in healthcare.”
Tony Owusu
Tony Owusu

Become a Fellow

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