Public Health Internship Opportunities
About The Position
The Ohio Department of Health is building a talent pool for future internship opportunities across multiple divisions. Applicants will be considered for roles based on their skills, academic background, and areas of interest. Assignments may involve public health programs, policy and planning, data and analytics, communications and outreach, or administrative support. As paid and unpaid opportunities become available, candidates will be matched with positions aligned to their interests and qualifications. Paid internships cannot be used for credit toward a Practicum requirement. Internship pay depends on current academic status: $18 per hour for freshmen and sophomores, $20 per hour for juniors and seniors, and $22 per hour for graduate students. The work location listed is 246 North High Street, 1st Floor, Columbus, Ohio. Work hours vary. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, with enrollment verified by an official or unofficial transcript or a letter on institutional letterhead from the Registrar's office. Applications are accepted online through careers.ohio.gov. Applications must clearly document how applicants meet the qualifications; experience, education, or training not explicitly stated in the application cannot be credited. Final candidates must undergo a criminal background check. Official post-secondary transcripts for education claimed on the application must be provided within five working days of request before a formal offer can be made. The position is unclassified under ORC 124.11(A)(29).
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, verified by an official or unofficial transcript or a letter on letterhead from the Registrar's office.
Nice To Haves
- Study in public health, health policy, epidemiology, communications, data science or analytics, business administration, or another related discipline.
Responsibilities
- Assist with community health initiatives, disease prevention, and health education campaigns.
- Support research and analysis for health policies, regulations, and strategic planning.
- Work with health data systems, perform data analysis, and contribute to reporting efforts.
- Develop educational materials, manage social media content, and support public engagement.
- Assist with project coordination, documentation, and operational tasks.
Benefits
- Medical coverage, subject to eligibility.
- Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
- Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
- Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
- Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
