Internship and fellowship postings as of January 18, 2023

POSITION: NYC Epi Scholars program Summer Internship (paid)

ORGANIZATION: NYC DOHMH

Since 2007, the Epi Scholars Program has provided rigorous training through a full-time, paid 10-12 week summer internship program in applied epidemiology to stellar graduate epidemiology students at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). The Epi Scholars program is committed to expanding the research capacities of urban health departments to improve population health, while providing a training ground for students to put theory and research into action and develop as future public health leaders. This is a full-time work opportunity. Selected interns are expected to be available for 35 hours per week during the regular workday of the program (e.g. 9-5 pm EST). 

Students in the Epi Scholars Program receive:

• An allowance to defray expenses for a full-time 10-12 week summer internship.
• Mentoring by some of the nation’s leading epidemiologists and researchers.
• Enhanced academic opportunities and seminars in methods, theory, and public health practice.
• Practical experience in statistical analysis using programs such as SAS®, SPSS ®, STATA®, or SUDAAN®.
• Opportunities to present project findings to senior epidemiologists, key stakeholders and their peers.
• Opportunities to interact and collaborate with Epi Scholars and senior public health professionals from across the country.
• The possibility of working on publishable reports and thesis support.

Application Deadline: February 15, 2023. For consideration, applications must be submitted in full by the application deadline. A complete application includes:

1. An electronic application
2. A current cv/resume
3. A personal statement/ essay
4. School transcript from your current institution (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
5. One letter of recommendation and recommendation form

For Applicant Guide 1-page Tip Sheet, click here

Additional information:             

• The position is expected to be in-person and will update the selected candidates, if the circumstances change.
• Please visit the Epi Scholars website
• Questions, reach out via email at epischolars@health.nyc.gov

To view the official posting and to apply click here

POSITION: HRTP: A Public Health Internship Program

ORGANIZATION: NYC DOHMH

HRTP: A Public Health Internship Program at the NYC Health Department is one of the oldest and largest public health traineeships in the country. The program is open to graduate and professional school students of public health, health education, laboratory sciences, medicine, social work, environmental engineering, public administration, law, nursing, the social sciences, and many other majors. HRTP offers dynamic internships in public health research, community health outreach and education, fieldwork, laboratory work and public health administration. 

Application Deadline: February 15, 2023. For consideration, applications must be submitted in full by the application deadline. A complete application includes:

1. An electronic application
2. A current cv/resume
3. A personal statement/ essay
4. A school transcript from your current institution (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
5. One letter of recommendation and recommendation form

View Applicant Tip Sheet to find information for students on how to submit an application. 

For additional information

• To learn more about HRTP, visit www.nyc.gov/health/hrtp
• To schedule an HRTP information presentation for your students, or for general questions, please contact us at hrtp@health.nyc.gov

For Applicant Guide 1-page Tip Sheet, click here

To view the official posting and to apply click here

POSITION: Associate Service Fellow (Behavioral Scientist) at National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC)

ORGANIZATION:  CDC – Public Health Associate Program (PHAP)

The Public Health Associate Program (PHAP) is a competitive, two-year, paid training program with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Associates are assigned to state, tribal, local, and territorial public health agencies and nongovernmental organizations, and work alongside other professionals across a variety of public health settings.

Throughout the two-year training program, associates gain hands-on experience that will serve as a foundation for their public health careers. After graduating from PHAP, associates are qualified to convert non-competitively to full time positions in CDC centers, institutes, or offices and other HHS operating divisions, or apply for positions with public health agencies and non-governmental organizations.

To Apply: Candidates must complete and submit their initial applications (have a current resume and transcript ready for submission) on USAjobs.gov. Application Deadline: 11:59 pm (EST), Wednesday, January 25, 2023

To view video testimonials of prior PHAP Fellows, click here Associates Talk About PHAP | CDC

To view the official posting, see link: Public Health Associate Program (PHAP)

POSITION: Associate Service Fellow (Behavioral Scientist) at National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC)

ORGANIZATION:  CDC – Office of the Deputy Director for Non-Infectious Diseases (ODDNID)

This position is located in CDC’s Office of the Deputy Director for Non-Infectious Diseases (ODDNID), National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC), Division of Violence Prevention (DVP).  DVP is committed to stopping violence before it begins. The Division’s work in violence prevention involves:

• Monitoring violence-related behaviors, injuries, and deaths;
• Conducting research on the factors that put people at risk or protect them from violence;
• Developing and evaluating the effectiveness of violence prevention strategies, programs, and policies;
• Helping state and local partners plan, implement, and evaluate prevention programs; and
• Conducting research on the dissemination and implementation of evidence-based prevention strategies, programs, and policies and ensuring their widespread adoption.

Duties The incumbent will:

• Plan and conduct scientific surveys/studies, research or rigorous evaluation projects for the primary prevention of violence, with a focus on injury and interpersonal violence including the prevention of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) including child abuse and neglect, child sexual abuse and other forms of violence.
• Identify and define behavioral aspects of injury and violence prevention using theory-based paradigms from the scientific literature.
• Apply expertise to collect, analyze and interpret data from diverse sources, using appropriate quantitative, qualitative or mixed methods.
• Search, synthesize and interpret information to improve the effectiveness of violence prevention strategies and approaches.
• Provide technical assistance and scientific oversight of violence prevention research or evaluation projects.
• Communicate information to various audiences including preparing scientific and technical reports for peer-reviewed publications and presentations at local, state and national workshops and conferences.
• Collaborate with internal CDC staff and external government agencies, private organizations, and other stakeholders to develop and accomplish program objectives.

Basic Qualifications

Education and Agency Required Educational Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in psychology, sociology, anthropology, criminology, public health, epidemiology or related field, or
• Master’s degree in psychology, sociology, criminology, public health, epidemiology, economics, or related field, plus one year of post-graduate experience at or above the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or nongovernmental organizations.
• Both US citizens and non-US citizens are eligible to apply

Highly qualified candidates would possess the following:

• Experience and subject matter expertise in researching adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), including child abuse and neglect and child sexual abuse, or other forms of violence.
• At least one year experience in the design, implementation, and/or evaluation of prevention programs, practices, or public policies to solve public health problems.
• A track record of scientific productivity as exemplified by scientific publications and other evidence of effective written communication skills.
• Expertise and experience in communicating scientific concepts, such as through conference presentations.
• Ability to collaborate with other scientific and professional staff on behavioral and social science research.

To Apply: Applicants must Email all required documentation listed below  to: REBJOBS at REBJOBS@cdc.gov with the following materials:

• Cover letter or statement of interest
• Resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
• College Transcripts

Application Deadline: January 25, 2023

To view the official posting, see link: Associate Service Fellow (Behavioral Scientist) DVP | Fellowships | Student Internships & Jobs | Working at CDC | Careers at CDC

POSITION: Intern – Division of Maternal and Child Health Workforce Development (DMCHWD) – unpaid / virtual option

ORGANIZATION: Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) – Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB)

The Division of Maternal and Child Health Workforce Development (DMCHWD) Internship, based in the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), is designed to educate, engage, and support future leaders in Maternal and Child Health (MCH). DMCHWD accepts applications from highly motivated graduate students in good standing at schools of public health or other health-related training programs in the United States.

The internship is located at the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) in the Parklawn Building, 5600 Fishers Lane Rockville, MD 20857. We will also be offering a virtual option. Candidates for the virtual option will need to confirm that, if selected, they are able to travel to HRSA headquarters or a HRSA regional office 1-2 times at their own expense to complete the onboarding process.

Applicant Eligibility

• Graduate students must be enrolled at least half-time in a graduate program as verified by the student’s institution of higher learning. Masters level students are given preference due to the typical responsibilities assigned to interns. 
• Post-graduate students and undergraduate seniors are considered on a case-by-case basis. NOTE: Undergraduate seniors must be enrolled at least half-time in an undergraduate program as verified by the student’s institution of higher learning. Current juniors/”rising” seniors may apply for a summer internship, assuming they will enter their fourth year in the fall. 
• An applicant must be a United States citizen or foreign national having in his/her possession a visa permitting permanent residence in the United States. 

TO APPLY – Send all the 4 below listed application materials to Kaitlin Bagley.

1. Statement of Interest – Address the following (500-word max):

• What do you hope to gain from this MCH-focused internship experience, and how does this internship align with your career goals?
• How have your experiences shaped your definition of diversity? What does it mean for you to have a commitment to diversity? In your opinion, what is the purpose of promoting health equity over health equality?
• Have you been involved with any of DMCHWD’s graduate or undergraduate education programs? If so, please describe your involvement.

2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae

3. Unofficial Transcript (most current)

4. Statement of Availability

• Include the months and days of the week available, total hours needed (if submitting as a university requirement), and any concurrent responsibilities.
• Include a statement confirming your understanding that you will need to travel to HRSA headquarters or a HRSA regional office 1-2 times at your own expense to complete the onboarding process for your internship.
• Example: Available January through May, 3-4 days per week, 300 total hours needed, working as a graduate research assistant 10 hours per week. If selected, I agree to gravel to xxx regional office to complete the onboarding process.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Received by 11:59 PM on January 25, for Summer Internships 

For more information, please visit the MCH Workforce Website and join the MCH Workforce Email Lists for additional announcements and opportunities.

To view the official posting: Student Internship Opportunities | MCHB (hrsa.gov)

POSITION: Research Fellowship

ORGANIZATION: Kennedy Krieger Institute

The Dr. James A. Ferguson Emerging Infectious Diseases Research Initiatives for Student Enhancement RISE (Ferguson RISE) Fellowship Program supports public health research and professional development in infectious diseases and health disparities, focusing on increasing knowledge and interest in public health research careers among students from underrepresented populations. 

Ferguson RISE (12-Month) Fellowship accepting recent postgraduate (post-Master’s/postdoctoral not enrolled in school) applicants ONLY. 

To view the official posting and apply  click here 

 Ferguson RISE (12-Month & Summer) Fellowship

  Application Deadline: Tuesday, January 31, 2023 (11:59 PM EST)

POSITION: Summer Public Health Internships

ORGANIZATION: Kennedy Krieger Institute MCHC/RISE-UP

The MCHC/RISE-UP Program provides opportunities for enhanced public health leadership training in maternal and child health, focusing on social determinants of health, elimination of health disparities, and developmental disabilities. Grant funding for this program was awarded to Kennedy Krieger Institute by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) John R. Lewis Undergraduate Public Health Scholars Program to develop a national consortium of institutions and universities that provides undergraduate scholars with three public health leadership experiences: (1) clinical, (2) research, and (3) community engagement and advocacy.

To view the official posting and apply click here 

MCHC/RISE-UP Application Deadline: Tuesday, January 31, 2023 (11:59 PM EST)

POSITION: 2023 Scholar Program Application

ORGANIZATION:  Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)

Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants

Deadline Feb 15

To view the official posting and apply click here

POSITION: Professional Scholarship; Doctoral Scholarship

ORGANIZATION: Belle Zeller Scholarship Trust Fund 

Belle Zeller Scholars receive a scholarship in the amount of $5,000 a year.  The scholarship eligibility includes completing at least 16 credits at a CUNY college, with a 3.75 GPA or better, and having performed significant community service. The program was established in 1979 to honor her by providing scholarships to allow the most distinguished CUNY students to continue in CUNY graduate, and professional school programs. 

All applications can be found at www.bellezeller.org and the deadline for receipt of all application materials, including the letters of recommendation is March 3, 2023. For questions, please email:  scholarship@bellezeller.org.

To view the official posting and apply click here

For Doctoral Application click here 

POSITION: CDC Public Health Law Fellowship (open to non-US citizens)

ORGANIZATION: CDC’s Public Health Law Program and ChangeLab Solutions

Research Project: CDC’s Public Health Law Program and ChangeLab Solutions are proud to announce a first of its kind, Public Health Law Fellowship. This paid training opportunity will provide fellows with on-the-job training to prepare current students and recent graduates for careers in public health law and policy. The Public Health Law Fellowship was created to strengthen the public health law workforce by increasing diversity within the field and preparing the next generation of public health law professionals to respond to critical issues.

Fellows will receive on-the-job training in public health law and policy, mentorship from professionals at CDC and field partners, learn principles of public health law and legal epidemiology, contribute to increasing the diversity and capacity of the public health law workforce, and develop an understanding of emergency preparedness laws.

Level of Participation: The appointment is part-time (20 hours per week).

Rolling dates for multiple cohorts throughout 2023: January, May/June, August/September. Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors.

To view the official posting and apply click here 

POSITION: Summer 2023 Internship Program

ORGANIZATION: New York City’s Economic Development Corporation

New York City’s Economic Development Corporation Summer 2023 Internship Program application is now open! NYCEDC is New York City’s primary vehicle for promoting economic growth in each of the five boroughs. Our mission is to create shared prosperity across New York City’s five boroughs by strengthening neighborhoods and growing good jobs – and we’re dedicated to the creation of a dynamic, equitable, and sustainable urban economy.

We are seeking passionate Summer Interns to join our dynamic team of skilled New Yorkers committed to making our city a more prosperous place to live and work. Internships are available across our divisions in departments such as: Asset Management, Capital Programs, Neighborhood Strategies, Government and Community Relations, Grants Management, Public Affairs, Economic Research and Policy, Strategic Investments, Legal, and many more.

Our 2023 Summer Internship Program is a paid 12-week internship program, scheduled to begin on June 6, 2023. Interns are expected to work full-time throughout the summer, unless otherwise indicated.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program; recent graduates are also encouraged to apply
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for the mission of NYCEDC
• Proven ability in using database and presentation tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to multi-task and manage deadlines
• Proactive and able to work in collaborative, cross-functional teams•Must submit a resume and cover letter for the application
• Must be able to work full-time and complete the entirety of the 12-week program
• Must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus as defined by the CDC, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability

Salary Target: $18/hour (undergraduate-level students); $23/hour (graduate-level students)

To view the official posting and apply click here

POSITION: Summer 2023 internship program – CEA interns

ORGANIZATION: The White House Council of Economic Advisers

The White House Council of Economic Advisers’ is now accepting applications for the Summer 2023 internship program. The position is full-time, paid, and in-person in Washington, D.C. from June 12^th through August 4^th (8 weeks).

Applications are currently being accepted on a rolling basis until February 3^rd, 2023, but we encourage students to apply early.

CEA interns work on a variety of challenging economic projects involving research on macroeconomic, microeconomic, and international issues, as well as statistical analysis and data collection.

The internship provides valuable experience in applying quantitative and qualitative skills to issues with real world implications. Administrative duties to support the CEA are also involved.

While we review applications from all students, the internship is generally geared toward undergraduate students with an economics background. Due to the small size of the program, it is highly competitive.

Students can apply by emailing PDFs of their resume, transcript, and a cover letter to recruiting@cea.eop.gov. Candidates should indicate in the subject line of the email as well as in the file names of their resume, transcript, and cover letter that they are applying for the Summer 2023 internship program.

For more details, visit the CEA website: https://www.whitehouse.gov/cea/work-for-us/internship-opportunities/

POSITION: Health Outreach Intern

ORGANIZATION: Legal Action Center LAC

LAC is looking for a graduate level intern to conduct strategic outreach and education as part of CHAMP, the New York State independent health insurance ombudsman program that helps people overcome insurance-related barriers to substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health MH) care. The intern may support outreach efforts for other related LAC projects as well.

Job Description and Duties

LAC uses legal and policy strategies to fight discrimination, build health equity, and restore opportunity for people with criminal records, substance use disorders, and HIV/AIDS. CHAMP (Community Health Access to Addiction and Mental Healthcare Project) was launched in 2018 and has helped more than 4,000 New Yorkers access treatment and resolve insurance barriers to substance use and mental health treatment. LAC is one of CHAMP’s three specialist organizations, which support CHAMP’s network of community based organizational partners as well as its helpline operated by the Community Service Society. As the first consumer assistance program to focus exclusively on the needs of individuals with MH conditions and SUDs, CHAMP provides education on individuals’ insurance rights under federal and state consumer protection laws. Relevant laws include the federal Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA or Parity Act), which bars insurance discrimination in the coverage of and access to MH and SUD benefits in private and public insurance, as well as state insurance laws, and helps address some of the most common barriers to SUD and MH care.

The health outreach intern will work directly with our Senior Health Policy Attorney and the Director of Community Engagement in conducting strategic outreach using health equity lens to ensure that CHAMP reaches communities hit hardest by the overdose crisis and with the least access to SUD and MH care.

This position can be fulfilled remotely or on-site at our NYC offices

Responsibilities may include:

• Assist with identifying opportunities for outreach including relevant events and organizations, particularly in areas traditionally underserved by MH and SUD services and resources.
• Provide outreach to individuals, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and health care providers.
• Assist with organizing and providing CHAMP educational presentations both in-person and virtually.
• Attend events to network with other organizations as well as table and distribute materials.
• Assisting in the development of social media/digital outreach plan and execute including drafting social media posts.
• Other outreach activities as needed.

The health outreach intern is expected to work 10-15 hours per week for the duration of the semester.

LAC pays an hourly rate ($20/hour) to graduate level interns.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter explaining your interest in LAC’s work and relevant experience to intern@lac.org.

To view the official posting click here

POSITION: Bridge to Faculty Post-Doctoral Research Associate

ORGANIZATION: Institute for Health Research and Policy

University of Illinois Chicago

The B2F Program is a university initiative designed to increase faculty diversity at UIC by recruiting and retaining scholars from groups that have been historically underrepresented in their departments or fields. Subject to satisfactory performance and University approval, the successful candidate may be re-appointed for one additional year as a postdoctoral scholar. Successful postdocs in the Bridge to Faculty program may have the opportunity to transition to tenure-track faculty at UIC starting in the 2025-2026 academic year.

The position is full-time and benefits-eligible. The selected scholar will be involved in a robust mentoring program within UIC-SPH and will participate in a cohort-based mentoring experience through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, along with other B2F Scholars.

Interested applicants may also reach out to (Dr. Jamie Chriqui, Search Committee Chair, jchriqui@uic.edu ) with any questions.

Applications received by January 31, 2023 will be given full consideration.

For more information and to apply, see the full job post here

POSITION: Summer Associates 2023 (paid full-time internships) 

ORGANIZATION: Rockefeller Foundation

View Info Session video recording here.  A representative from Rockefeller Foundation speaks about summer 2023 internship opportunities, how to apply, and what it’s like working in a global philanthropic foundation.

Get more information on Paid summer associate roles for currently enrolled graduate students (pay range: $30-35/hour), with departmental openings that include positions in various departmental teams with Nutrition, Policy, Research, and Environmental impacts to Health Equity in roles such as: 

• Summer Associate, Regenerative Agriculture
• Summer Associate, Periodic Table of Food
• Summer Associate, U.S. Food Initiative
• Summer Associate, Power & Climate

Positions open to graduate students only;  A cover letter is required.
The 2023 summer program will run 11 weeks from June – August 2023.
This position will be based in New York City with either a hybrid or fully remote schedule. Students engaged in fully remote work must be based in the United States.

To view the official posting and to apply, see website: https://www.rockefellerfoundation.org/about-us/careers/internships/  

POSITION: Health Policy Research Scholars (HPRS)

ORGANIZATION: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Program 

Health Policy Research Scholars (HPRS) is a leadership development program for full-time doctoral students who are entering their second year of study and are from populations underrepresented in specific doctoral disciplines and/or historically marginalized backgrounds. Examples of eligible individuals include, but are not limited to, first-generation college graduates, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, individuals from communities of color, and individuals with disabilities. They want to apply their research to advance health and equity, and their innovation helps build a Culture of Health, one that enables everyone in America to live longer, healthier lives.

Join webinar to learn more about HPRS program, application process, common questions, and key dates 1PM on Thursday, February 2, 2023 – Register here  

To view the official posting:  How To Apply – Health Policy Research Scholars (healthpolicyresearch-scholars.org)

POSITION: Thriving Communities Fellow (paid full-time internship) 

ORGANIZATION: New York Community Trust (NYCT)

The New York Community Trust (The Trust) is offering FIVE paid fellowships for full-time graduate students. The Trust, established in 1924, is a community foundation dedicated to improving the lives of residents of New York City and its suburbs. We bring together individuals, families, foundations, and businesses to build a better community and support nonprofits that make a difference. We apply knowledge, creativity, and resources to the most challenging issues in an effort to ensure meaningful opportunities and a better quality of life for all New Yorkers, today, and tomorrow.

Thriving Communities Fellowship Trust grants protect and create affordable housing, promote equity in the arts, improve civic engagement, and protect our environment. The Trust supports agencies working on these issues at the neighborhood level, as well as government and nonprofit institutions developing and influencing policy. Grants also support efforts to improve the functioning of nonprofits and government.

Fellowship Eligibility and Details:
• Applicants must be in a full-time graduate program.
• Applicants must have existing authorization to work in the United States.
• Starts in May 2023 (date flexible) and ends in May 2024. Fellows must commit to the entire period.
• Fellowship pay is $22/Hour; 
• Fellows work up to 35 hours a week from May 2023 through August 2023 and, to accommodate class schedules, 15 to 20 hours a week between September 2023 to May 2024.
• Fellows must remain enrolled as full-time graduate students for the entire Fellowship.
• Fellows’ field of graduate study must match an aspect of the Fellowship.
• Fellowships are intended as learning experiences to complement Fellows’ graduate study.
• This is not an entry-level position at The Trust or intended to lead to one.
• The Fellow will work on-site at The Trust’s midtown offices and adhere to indoor workplace rules and protocols. Fellowships are not virtual or remote positions although The Trust’s policy does allow for some remote days. 

To Apply: Email  resume, cover letter, and short writing sample as a single PDF document to Marc Schell at msc@nyct-cfi.org. Writing samples should be between 500 and 1500 words and solely authored by the candidate.
In email Subject Line: please put your First Name, Last Name and the Fellowship # for which you are submitting the application. You may only apply for one of the Fellowships. If we conclude that your qualifications may fit a different Fellowship than the one for which you applied for, we will share your application with other hiring teams.

Application Deadline: Received by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.

To view the official job posting description, click here.