“I was a CHBRP intern while completing my Master’s of Science degree in Nursing Health Policy at UCSF. CHBRP is an ideal learning environment where interns are encouraged to work closely with faculty members across the UC system in addition to receiving mentorship and guidance from the knowledgeable CHBRP staff. CHBRP is a small team, which provides maximal opportunities for the intern to get involved on various projects and contribute in a meaningful way. It is housed within the UC Office of the President which allows the intern to meet various people in UC Health and gain a broader understanding of how UC Health and UCOP operate. As a graduate intern, my responsibilities included learning to manage projects, giving presentations at faculty meetings, and coordinating/attending stakeholder meetings. My intern project was to work with a group of UC faculty members to research and write a white paper on how exemptions of Medi-Cal from benefit mandate and repeal bills may affect racial/ethnic disparities in California. The CHBRP internship is an excellent way to learn about how health insurance works in California and I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in health policy!”