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Public health CPT roles span epidemiology, health policy, biostatistics, and community health program coordination. Your DSO must authorize each position as an integral part of your degree curriculum, so target employers whose project scope maps directly to your coursework. Government agencies, nonprofits, and academic medical centers hire CPT students regularly.
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This internship supports communications activities under the Public Health Excellence Grant, a statewide initiative led by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to strengthen local public health systems and advance health equity. The intern will play a key role in helping translate public health priorities into accessible, engaging content for Boston communities.
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and creative student intern to support communications efforts tied to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Public Health Excellence Grant at BPHC. This internship offers hands-on experience in public health communications and community engagement.
The intern will assist with the production and dissemination of media products designed to advance priority public health initiatives. These materials may include communications resources, social media graphics, informational infographics, and video content.
Working closely with the BPHC Communications Department, the intern will help ensure that materials are effectively distributed across public-facing platforms and aligned with organizational messaging, branding, and accessibility standards. This role will contribute to strengthening outreach and engagement efforts while expanding the reach and impact of public health campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of public health communication materials, including graphics, infographics, and video content
- Support dissemination of communications through BPHC platforms (e.g., social media, website, newsletters)
- Collaborate with the Communications Department to ensure alignment with branding, messaging, and accessibility standards
- Contribute to multimedia storytelling efforts that promote community awareness and education
- Support outreach strategies that increase engagement with priority public health initiatives
- Assist with organizing and managing communication assets and campaign materials
Learning Objectives
By the end of the internship, the student will:
- Learn best practices for designing clear, accessible public health communication materials for diverse audiences
- Develop strategies for distributing public health communications through institutional and public-facing platforms
- Gain foundational skills in multimedia production and visual storytelling for health promotion
- Build experience in professional collaboration and workflow within a public health communications team
Minimum Qualifications
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program
- Strong interest in public health, communications, or media production
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage tasks independently
- Strong written, visual, and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Commitment to health equity, anti-racism, and culturally responsive communication practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation
- Interest in storytelling, digital media, or public health campaigns
- Experience working with diverse communities
The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of anti-racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.
- City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid-Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district.
- A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
- Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
- Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification.
- Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded.
- The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply.
- Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification.
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The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion.
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Up to 10 hours per week
- Internship Duration: April 17, 2026 – June 26, 2026
- Hybrid schedule: Flexible and coordinated with the supervisor
$25 / hourly
Program Description
This internship supports communications activities under the Public Health Excellence Grant, a statewide initiative led by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to strengthen local public health systems and advance health equity. The intern will play a key role in helping translate public health priorities into accessible, engaging content for Boston communities.
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and creative student intern to support communications efforts tied to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Public Health Excellence Grant at BPHC. This internship offers hands-on experience in public health communications and community engagement.
The intern will assist with the production and dissemination of media products designed to advance priority public health initiatives. These materials may include communications resources, social media graphics, informational infographics, and video content.
Working closely with the BPHC Communications Department, the intern will help ensure that materials are effectively distributed across public-facing platforms and aligned with organizational messaging, branding, and accessibility standards. This role will contribute to strengthening outreach and engagement efforts while expanding the reach and impact of public health campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of public health communication materials, including graphics, infographics, and video content
- Support dissemination of communications through BPHC platforms (e.g., social media, website, newsletters)
- Collaborate with the Communications Department to ensure alignment with branding, messaging, and accessibility standards
- Contribute to multimedia storytelling efforts that promote community awareness and education
- Support outreach strategies that increase engagement with priority public health initiatives
- Assist with organizing and managing communication assets and campaign materials
Learning Objectives
By the end of the internship, the student will:
- Learn best practices for designing clear, accessible public health communication materials for diverse audiences
- Develop strategies for distributing public health communications through institutional and public-facing platforms
- Gain foundational skills in multimedia production and visual storytelling for health promotion
- Build experience in professional collaboration and workflow within a public health communications team
Minimum Qualifications
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program
- Strong interest in public health, communications, or media production
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage tasks independently
- Strong written, visual, and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Commitment to health equity, anti-racism, and culturally responsive communication practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation
- Interest in storytelling, digital media, or public health campaigns
- Experience working with diverse communities
The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of anti-racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.
- City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid-Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district.
- A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
- Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
- Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification.
- Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded.
- The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply.
- Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification.
-
The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion.
-
Up to 10 hours per week
- Internship Duration: April 17, 2026 – June 26, 2026
- Hybrid schedule: Flexible and coordinated with the supervisor
$25 / hourly
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Get Access To All JobsPublic Health CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does CPT work in public health count toward STEM OPT eligibility?
CPT itself doesn't count toward or against STEM OPT eligibility, but the employer does. If your CPT employer isn't E-Verify enrolled, you can't extend into STEM OPT with them later. Epidemiology, biostatistics, and health informatics roles often fall under STEM-designated CIP codes, so confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before accepting.
Can I do full-time CPT in public health without affecting my OPT?
Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more exhausts your entire OPT eligibility, including the STEM extension. Part-time CPT, meaning fewer than 20 hours per week, has no impact on OPT. Most public health field placements and practicums qualify as part-time, but confirm the hours structure with your DSO before your I-20 is updated.
Which public health employers are most familiar with CPT hiring?
Government agencies such as state health departments and federally funded research centers, academic medical systems, and public health nonprofits have the most established CPT onboarding processes. You can browse verified employers with F-1 hiring history in public health directly on Migrate Mate, which surfaces organizations already experienced with I-20 authorization workflows.
What CPT documentation does a public health employer typically need from me?
At minimum, you'll need to provide your current I-20 with the CPT endorsement page, your F-1 visa stamp, and your passport. Some government or hospital-affiliated employers also require a copy of your SEVIS record or a letter from your DSO confirming the position is integral to your curriculum. Prepare all four documents before your first day to avoid onboarding delays.
Can I switch public health employers mid-semester while on CPT?
Yes, but each new employer requires a separate CPT authorization and a new I-20 from your DSO. The new position must independently qualify as integral to your curriculum. Your previous CPT authorization doesn't transfer, so allow at least one to two weeks for your school to process the updated I-20 before your new start date.