Non-clinical Suicide Prevention and Response (SPR) internship / fellowship

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 44,640 - 100,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Supplement

Relocation Allowance

Training and Travel Allowance

Job summary

A government research educational program is offering an internship in Arlington, VA, aimed at current or recently graduated students pursuing degrees in public health or related fields. This opportunity allows participants to gain hands-on experience in suicide prevention efforts, evaluation framework development, and more. Stipends range from $4,000 to $9,000 per month based on various factors. Eligible candidates may include U.S. military veterans with recent degrees. Apply now for this twelve-month program.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant degree or have completed a degree within the last ten years.
• U.S. military veterans with relevant degrees are eligible.

Responsibilities

• Join the DPRR division to assist in suicide prevention program activities.
• Develop logic models for prevention, intervention, and crisis response.
• Conduct literature and report reviews.

Skills

Knowledge of public health approach to prevention

Experience in literature reviews

Understanding of qualitative and quantitative analyses

Knowledge of suicide intervention

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in public health, psychology, or sociology

Job description

Overview

How To Apply
Click on the bottom of the opportunity to start your application.

Organization
U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Reference Code
Army-HQDA-DCS-G1-2026-0001

Description
The Headquarters, Department of the Army Directorate of Prevention, Resilience, and Readiness (DPRR) is offering internships and fellowships for current or recently graduated students in Arlington, VA. Suicide or self-harm and substance misuse are the result of a complex interaction of environmental, psychological, physical, and social factors. A comprehensive public health approach to suicide prevention is used for communities and organizations. This educational internship is within the DPRR Suicide Prevention and Response Program.

What will I be doing?

As an ORISE participant, you will join the HQDA G-1 DPRR Ready and Resilient Integration (R2I) Division which implements the Suicide Prevention and Response Program and Army Substance Abuse Program activities to establish Army-wide prevention, intervention, and postvention systems. The program includes a comprehensive approach to reducing substance misuse and suicide through capabilities that create protective environments, promote connectedness, teach coping and problem-solving skills, and improve access to resources.

Why should I apply?

Education
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. Activities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing logic models related to suicide prevention (primary), intervention (secondary), and crisis response (tertiary) efforts
• Conducting literature and report reviews
• Designing and developing evaluation framework (policies, programmatic, training, or initiatives)
• Evaluating and assessing outcomes for specified activities
• Identifying and collecting metrics or key performance indicators to support evaluation

What is the anticipated start date?

Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

What is the appointment length?

This appointment is a twelve-month research appointment, with the possibility of renewal for additional periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and participant availability.

What are the benefits?

The stipend range will be approximately $4,000 to $9,000 per month depending on level and full-time participation, determined by HQDA. Stipends are typically based on academic standing, discipline, experience, and location. Other benefits may include:

• Health Insurance Supplement (Participants may purchase health insurance through ORISE)
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

About HQDA

The Army’s Suicide Prevention Program aligns policies, practices, and programs to promote positive behavioral changes, strengthen bonds, and build readiness and resilience through partnerships and evidence-based programs that are scalable and sustainable. Elements include stigma reduction, help-seeking behaviors, and proactive activities to improve quality of life for Soldiers, the Army, their Families, and installations. In 2025, the Army began modernization actions in Suicide Prevention and Response.

About ORISE

This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage ORISE, does not create an employee relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD, or any other agency. Participants are affiliated with ORISE for appointment administration. Proof of health insurance is required.

Qualifications

The candidate will have or be pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in public health, psychology, sociology, or related field. U.S. military veterans who have been honorably discharged (or medically discharged for a service-connected disability) and who earned a bachelor’s degree within the last ten years are eligible.

Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following:

• Knowledge and/or experience in planning, organizing, implementing, analyzing, and integrating comprehensive suicide prevention efforts through coalitions and partnerships within and outside of the military community
• Knowledge of the public health approach to prevention
• Experience in literature reviews for public health or prevention science topics
• Knowledge and/or experience in interpreting and analyzing data related to harmful behaviors in a military community
• Understanding and/or experience in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method analyses for public health issues
• Experience in developing logic models
• Knowledge of feasibility, evaluability, process and/or outcome evaluations
• Knowledge of suicide intervention and/or response evidence-informed activities

Application Requirements

A complete application consists of:

• Zintellect Profile
• Educational and Employment History
• Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
• Resume (PDF)
• Transcripts/Academic Records – upload a transcript for your current or most recent degree program
• One recommendation. Your application will be considered incomplete without one recommendation. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities and personal characteristics.

If you have questions, email [e-mail]. Please list the reference code Army-HQDA-DCS-G1-2026-0001 in the subject. All materials should be submitted via the Apply button at the bottom of the opportunity listing.

Stipend
$4,000.00 – $9,000.00 monthly

Point of Contact
Brittany

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral received within the last 60 months
• Discipline(s): Environmental and Marine Sciences; Life Health and Medical Sciences; Other Non-Science & Engineering; Social and Behavioral Sciences
• Age: Must be 18 years of age
• Veteran Status: Veterans Preference, degree received within the last 120 months