Remote Public Health Data Intern: Water Quality Analytics

Public Health Institute; Oakland (CA); Remote; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The Public Health Institute is offering a remote-friendly, part-time internship focused on data analysis and public health research for the Cal-WATCH project. The role emphasizes organizing survey and water quality data, conducting descriptive analyses, and preparing dissemination materials for communities and stakeholders.

Ideal candidates are graduate students in relevant fields, with experience in data analysis and visualization, literature reviews, and preparing public-facing reports.

Qualifications

• Experience with data analysis and visualization in spreadsheets or datasets.

Responsibilities

• Organize, clean, and manage project datasets, including questionnaire responses and water quality data.
• Conduct descriptive analyses to identify patterns, trends, and community concerns.
• Prepare literature reviews on water quality, wells, and public health impacts.
• Contribute to project reports, factsheets, presentations, or other dissemination materials.
• Create data summaries, tables, charts, and visualizations for stakeholders.
• Present findings and progress updates to Cal-WATCH staff and partners.
• Collaborate with Tribal partners and state agencies to translate findings for local action.

Job description

The Public Health Institute is offering a remote-friendly, part-time internship focused on data analysis and public health research for the Cal-WATCH project. The role emphasizes organizing survey and water quality data, conducting descriptive analyses, and preparing dissemination materials for communities and stakeholders.

Ideal candidates are graduate students in relevant fields, with experience in data analysis and visualization, literature reviews, and preparing public-facing reports.