New York City, NY-posted 4 months ago
Part-time • Intern
Remote • Queens, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

The Bureau of Communicable Diseases is responsible for the surveillance, prevention, and control of over 70 infectious diseases, including foodborne, waterborne, respiratory, zoonotic and vector-borne diseases. Within the Bureau of Communicable Diseases, the Disease Investigation Unit conducts rapid investigations of infectious disease cases, exposures, and outbreaks. The Disease Investigation Unit has openings for six new interns to assist with investigation of cases and outbreaks of infectious diseases, including foodborne and waterborne diseases. The candidate would start in May/June 2025 and continue working with the group through the 2025-2026 academic year. The candidate would work 35 hours/week during the summer and 19 hours/week/Part-time when school is in session.

  • Investigate cases of reportable infectious diseases.
  • Collect data from health care providers and medical records.
  • Interview patients about their illness, exposures, and contacts.
  • Data entry, data management, and/or miscellaneous projects.
  • Participate in outbreak investigations, as needed.
  • Assist with other disease investigations within the Bureau of Communicable Disease where necessary.
  • Currently enrolled in a graduate (MPH, MS or PhD) program in public health or related field.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interest in infectious disease epidemiology.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Incoming students encouraged to apply.
  • Loan Forgiveness: Eligibility for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
  • Premium-free health insurance plan saving employees over $10K annually.
  • Public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
  • Tax-deferred savings program.
  • Robust Worksite Wellness Program offering resources and opportunities to keep you healthy.
  • Work From Home Policy: Ability to work up to two days during the week from home.
  • Job Security compared to private sector employment.
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