Mentorship & Capstone Opportunities

WNY Latch Lab is proud to serve as a learning site for students and emerging professionals who are passionate about lactation, maternal health, and community-based care. As Western New York’s first mobile lactation clinic, we offer a unique opportunity to see how nonprofit, equity-focused care can be delivered right in families’ driveways and neighborhoods.

We welcome mentorship, internship, and capstone projects related to:

• Lactation support and infant feeding in a mobile clinic setting

• Program development and evaluation for nonprofit maternal–child health

• Community outreach, partnership building, and health education

• Perinatal mental health and screening integration

Who this is for:
Students in nursing, public health, social work, nutrition, midwifery, IBCLC preparation programs, and related fields who need structured hours, a capstone site, or mentorship with an experienced IBCLC.

What we provide:

• Guided mentorship with Jenny Staebell, MS, IBCLC, PMH-C, Director of Lactation Services

• Clear learning goals that align with your program requirements

• Real-world experience in an innovative mobile care model

• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful, equity-driven work in WNY

If you are interested in completing a capstone, practicum, or mentorship experience with WNY Latch Lab, please contact us at wnylatchlab@gmail.com with your program requirements and anticipated timeframe.