Public Health Preparedness Intern — Emergency Planning

State of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

State of South Dakota Department of Health is offering a Fall Session internship for a Public Health Preparedness and Response Intern in Sioux Falls. The role focuses on engaging with public health staff, assisting in emergency plan updates, meetings, training, and response activities.

The ideal candidate is a current part-time or full-time student with at least one year completed, capable of lifting 40 lbs and willing to travel across the state.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in upcoming semester.
• Have completed at least one year of study by internship start.
• Able to lift 40 lbs or more and willing to travel.
• Preference may be given to juniors/seniors and SD residents.

Responsibilities

• Engage with public health preparedness staff on emergency plan updates, meetings, training, and exercises.
• Assist with inventory/warehouse management and ongoing emergency responses.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Self-direction

Education

Currently enrolled as a student

Job description

State of South Dakota Department of Health is offering a Fall Session internship for a Public Health Preparedness and Response Intern in Sioux Falls. The role focuses on engaging with public health staff, assisting in emergency plan updates, meetings, training, and response activities.

The ideal candidate is a current part-time or full-time student with at least one year completed, capable of lifting 40 lbs and willing to travel across the state.