Public Health Student Intern Unpaid - 2027 Spring Semester

City of San Antonio•Various Locations Across San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Public Health Student Intern is assigned to a division within the City of San Antonio's Metro Health District to assist with general administrative functions and develop working knowledge of a targeted public health area. Duties are performed in accordance with benchmarked professional positions, and their level depends on the program and the student's degree program. The position exercises no supervision. It is unclassified, has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission, and is subject to at-will employment status. Assignments vary in location. Work is primarily in an office environment, and may also take place in a clinical environment. Work schedules are flexible and vary by assignment and class schedule, generally up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday during normal business hours between 7:45 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.; hours may vary by location or clinic hours. The San Antonio Metro Health District provides public health services to clients, which may involve risk of exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions must obtain relevant immunizations under SAMHD Policy DM 13.2, with requests for exemption reviewed and considered. SAMHD is committed to advancing community health equity and fostering a workplace where staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Under SAMHD Policy DM 15.1, staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decisions that directly affect the communities served. A resume must be attached to the online application. Applicants selected for City employment must receive satisfactory pre-employment drug testing and background check results. A physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, or additional background checks may also be conducted if required. Employment history relevant to the position's qualifications will be needed for verification. Official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at processing if selected; unofficial transcripts and copies of relevant documents may be attached for advance consideration.

Requirements

Student Intern I: High school graduation or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate, and enrollment in a U.S. Department of Education-accredited associate's degree program, vocational school, or technical school, with the first year of the program completed.
Student Intern II: High school graduation or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate, and enrollment in a U.S. Department of Education-accredited undergraduate degree program.
Student Intern III: Enrollment in a U.S. Department of Education-accredited degree program at the graduate or postgraduate level.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Skill in operating a personal computer and using rudimentary software.
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to gather information for reports.
Ability to learn pertinent federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
A resume must be attached to the online application.
Satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks are required for applicants selected for City employment.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in a U.S. Department of Education-accredited degree program related to Public Health, Community Health, or a field that can support San Antonio Metro Health in other areas, such as Health Policy, Marketing, Communications, or Performance Improvement.

Responsibilities

Learn about an area of career interest by applying the student's major area of study, observing, and assisting professionals in the assigned department.
May assist with coordinating, administering, and/or monitoring specific programs.
May assist with conducting research, collecting and organizing data, performing analyses, and preparing reports.
May propose solutions to existing problems and discuss recommendations with administrative personnel.
May assist with providing clinical services when assigned to a health clinic.
Assist with special projects as assigned.

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