"Working with CHBRP has given me a glimpse into the unique role they hold within the health policy sphere as an independent, evidence-based analysis group for the California Legislature. Not only did I learn about health insurance, benefit mandates, and policymaking, I also practiced skills in facilitation, both quantitative and qualitative analysis, and project management. My primary summer project involved the updating of CHBRP’s approach document for estimating impacts of benefit mandates on racial/ethnic health outcome disparities. I appreciated the opportunity to dive deep into a topic area whilst being given both guidance and independence throughout the duration of the project. As an intern, I was also able to connect with UC faculty and key stakeholders in the Bay Area and Sacramento. My experience as a Health Policy Graduate Intern with CHBRP has been highly valuable and provided me with skills and knowledge that I can build upon as I continue my career in public health."