Public Health Internship Opportunities

Ohio Department of Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

A state health agency is offering internship opportunities for students pursuing degrees in relevant fields like public health and biological sciences. Interns will assist in various roles such as community health initiatives, data analytics, and policy research. The pay rate ranges from $18 to $22 per hour based on academic status. Candidates must provide their own transportation to their worksite and submit official educational transcripts for consideration.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide your own transportation to/from primary worksite.
• Active learning skills and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with community health initiatives and health education campaigns.
• Support research and analysis for health policies and regulations.
• Work with health data systems and contribute to reporting efforts.
• Develop educational materials and manage social media content.
• Provide assistance with project coordination and operational tasks.

Skills

Public Health

Education

Currently pursuing a college degree in biological science, animal science, public health, or a related field

Job description

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?

• 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

Position Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a college degree in biological science, animal science, public health, or a related field.
• Able to provide your own transportation to/from primary worksite (transportation for fieldwork will be provided, as necessary).

Job Skills

• Public Health

Technical Skills

• Public Health

Professional Skills

• 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.

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.

Compensation

$18–$22/hr

Schedule

Part‑time

Work Hours

Varies

Work Location

Health Department Building

Primary Location

United States of America‑OHIO‑Franklin County‑Columbus