Public Health Internship Opportunities

General Overview This posting is for future internship opportunities across multiple divisions within ODH. Applicants will be considered for roles based on their skills, academic background, and expressed areas of interest. Internship assignments may include, but are not limited to: Public Health Programs: Assist with community health initiatives, disease prevention, and health education campaigns. Policy & Planning: Support research and analysis for health policies, regulations, and strategic planning. Data & Analytics: Work with health data systems, perform data analysis, and contribute to reporting efforts. Communications & Outreach: Develop educational materials, manage social media content, and support public engagement. Administrative Support: Provide assistance with project coordination, documentation, and operational tasks. Who Should Apply? We Welcome Applications From Students In Fields Such As Public Health Health Policy Epidemiology Communications Data Science / Analytics Business Administration Other related disciplines How It Works By applying to this posting, you will be entered into our internship talent pool. As paid and unpaid opportunities arise, candidates will be matched to positions that align with their interests and qualifications. Paid Internship positions cannot be used for credit toward a Practicum requirement. The Pay Rate for internships will be determined by the student's current academic status. Freshman or Sophomore - $18/hour Junior or Senior - $20/hour Graduate Student - $22/hour This position is unclassified per ORC 124.11(A)(29) Position Qualifications Currently pursuing a college degree in biological science, animal science, public health, or a related field AND Able to provide your own transportation to/from primary worksite (transportation for fieldwork will be provided, as necessary) Job Skills: Public Health Technical: Public Health Professional: Active Learning, Teamwork Educational Transcript Requirements Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration. Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree. Agency Contact Name and Information Candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly. Unposting Date Ongoing Work Location Health Department Building Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation $18-$22/hr Schedule Part-time Work Hours Varies Classified Indicator Unclassified Union Exempt from Union Technical Skills Clerical & Data Entry, Information Technology, Operational and Administrative Support, Plant Health Professional Skills Active Learning, Analyzation, Flexibility, Growth Mindset, Networking, Organizing and Planning, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Proofreading Agency Overview Public Health Internship About Us Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.