Public Health Internships
Public health internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside working practitioners in epidemiology, health policy, and biostatistics, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings across {{top_industries_phrase}} are listed here, with Battelle, N STREET VILLAGE, and State of Nebraska among the employers posting roles now.
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For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
At Battelle, interns and co-ops make an impact through hands-on learning and exciting and challenging projects. Our interns are an integral part of the teams they support and will feel like they are a true, valued team member. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
A brighter future is possible with you.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a Public Health Research Intern to work with our Public Health Research Group for summer 2027. This position is located in Columbus OH, or US Remote.
The Public Health Research Intern will support a variety of tasks and activities in social, behavioral, clinical, and survey operations research. The selected candidate will be responsible for study related support, including developing study-specific materials and literature reviews; providing support for data entry, verification, management, and analysis; contributing to scientific writing, and other technical activities as needed. Familiarity with research methodology and a detail oriented approach are essential for success in this position.
Responsibilities
- Support various methods of data collection from human subjects, which might include, conduct of focus groups or cognitive interviews.
- Handling and tracking of respondent incentives; distribution of study progress reports to project management staff and/or clients.
- Enter study data and provide independent verification of other staff’s entry work to ensure a high level of data quality.
- Provide support for data management.
- Conduct literature reviews and environment scans (e.g., review articles and documents, abstract information, summarize findings).
- Contribute to meeting facilitation, meeting support and coordination
- Organize and maintain data and materials related to complex public health and healthcare quality tasks
- Contribute discrete sections of writing for use in scientific publications and presentations, under the direction and guidance of senior staff.
- Perform assigned technical tasks in a timely manner, as requested.
- Perform job duties with discretion and professionalism.
- Ability to treat as highly confidential all data and information collected as part of day-to-day operations.
Key Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in public health, epidemiology, biology/chemistry, psychology, behavioral medicine, sociology, communications or a related field.
- Proficiency in MS Office (particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, STATA, NVivo) experience preferred.
- Conscientious work ethic, extreme attention to detail and reliability.
- Excellent communication (verbal and writing) skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to support multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Must be a US Person as defined by US export laws.
Compensation Data
The salary range for this role is $20.00 - $40.00 per hour. Internship pay is benchmarked against national averages taking into consideration a student's major and year in school.
Preparing You for Career Success
The Battelle intern and co-op program is a great way to increase experience both on a team and as an independent contributor. Ninety-eight percent of internship survey respondents said they felt better prepared to enter the workforce after their Battelle internship and 100% said they were treated with respect by their colleagues.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
- Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
- Pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
- Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
- Become the next generation of scientific leaders and business professionals
Are you ready to help solve the most important challenges of today and tomorrow?
If so, we are ready to support you with:
- Flexible work schedules: Most teams follow a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
- Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
- Employee Resource Groups that help cultivate an inclusive and welcoming community
- Social and professional networking events with Battelle Senior Leadership and your colleagues
- Opportunities for philanthropic involvement to give back and make an impact in the community
Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
At Battelle, interns and co-ops make an impact through hands-on learning and exciting and challenging projects. Our interns are an integral part of the teams they support and will feel like they are a true, valued team member. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
A brighter future is possible with you.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a Public Health Research Intern to work with our Public Health Research Group for summer 2027. This position is located in Columbus OH, or US Remote.
The Public Health Research Intern will support a variety of tasks and activities in social, behavioral, clinical, and survey operations research. The selected candidate will be responsible for study related support, including developing study-specific materials and literature reviews; providing support for data entry, verification, management, and analysis; contributing to scientific writing, and other technical activities as needed. Familiarity with research methodology and a detail oriented approach are essential for success in this position.
Responsibilities
- Support various methods of data collection from human subjects, which might include, conduct of focus groups or cognitive interviews.
- Handling and tracking of respondent incentives; distribution of study progress reports to project management staff and/or clients.
- Enter study data and provide independent verification of other staff’s entry work to ensure a high level of data quality.
- Provide support for data management.
- Conduct literature reviews and environment scans (e.g., review articles and documents, abstract information, summarize findings).
- Contribute to meeting facilitation, meeting support and coordination
- Organize and maintain data and materials related to complex public health and healthcare quality tasks
- Contribute discrete sections of writing for use in scientific publications and presentations, under the direction and guidance of senior staff.
- Perform assigned technical tasks in a timely manner, as requested.
- Perform job duties with discretion and professionalism.
- Ability to treat as highly confidential all data and information collected as part of day-to-day operations.
Key Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in public health, epidemiology, biology/chemistry, psychology, behavioral medicine, sociology, communications or a related field.
- Proficiency in MS Office (particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, STATA, NVivo) experience preferred.
- Conscientious work ethic, extreme attention to detail and reliability.
- Excellent communication (verbal and writing) skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to support multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Must be a US Person as defined by US export laws.
Compensation Data
The salary range for this role is $20.00 - $40.00 per hour. Internship pay is benchmarked against national averages taking into consideration a student's major and year in school.
Preparing You for Career Success
The Battelle intern and co-op program is a great way to increase experience both on a team and as an independent contributor. Ninety-eight percent of internship survey respondents said they felt better prepared to enter the workforce after their Battelle internship and 100% said they were treated with respect by their colleagues.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
- Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
- Pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
- Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
- Become the next generation of scientific leaders and business professionals
Are you ready to help solve the most important challenges of today and tomorrow?
If so, we are ready to support you with:
- Flexible work schedules: Most teams follow a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
- Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
- Employee Resource Groups that help cultivate an inclusive and welcoming community
- Social and professional networking events with Battelle Senior Leadership and your colleagues
- Opportunities for philanthropic involvement to give back and make an impact in the community
Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers
Public Health Internship Market
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Tips for Your Public Health Internship Search
Apply for summer roles in the fall
Large employers, including federal agencies, health systems, and major research institutions, open their summer public health internship applications as early as September. Waiting until spring means competing for a much smaller pool of late-posted roles. Set a reminder and start your search the semester before you want to intern.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Public health intern hiring teams expect limited work history and evaluate candidates on documented project work instead. A completed epidemiological analysis, a health policy brief with findings, or a data visualization from coursework gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Name the tools you used and link to the output wherever possible.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and your professors and career center advisors often know which health departments or research institutions recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to organizations running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity so you reach openings that never appear at a fair.
Practice your interview format before your first screen
Public health intern screens commonly involve a case study or data exercise, where you are given a scenario, such as an outbreak investigation or a program evaluation problem, and asked to walk through your reasoning out loud. Practice your response structure with a peer or advisor before applying, since interviewers weigh how you think through ambiguous problems as much as the final answer.
Target structured public health internship programs early
Federal agencies, large health systems, and research universities run cohort-based programs, such as CDC fellowships, state public health associate programs, and university-affiliated practicum placements, designed to train candidates new to the field. These programs recruit months ahead of their start dates and fill quickly, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the public health internships listed here, so decide what you can commit to before you start sorting through openings. Filter by location and work type from the start so you spend your time on roles you can actually accept, whether that means a local on-site placement or a remote cohort you can join from your current city.
Public Health Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a public health internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented portfolio, whether an epidemiological analysis, a health policy brief, or a program evaluation write-up, gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where public health recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a public health internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for public health interns is performance on real deliverables, team headcount when the internship ends, and whether the employer runs a structured return-offer process. Do strong work, communicate your interest early, and treat conversion as a possibility to pursue rather than an outcome to count on.
When should I apply for public health internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including government agencies and major health systems, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller nonprofits, community health organizations, and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round and checking regularly pays off.
Are public health internships paid?
Most professional public health internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by employer size, sector, industry, and location, with government agencies, health systems, and large corporations generally offering higher stipends than nonprofits or community organizations. Where an employer discloses compensation, it appears directly in the listing.
What should a public health internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Highlight two or three complete, documented projects that show what you actually did, the tools and methods you used, and where a reviewer can see the work, whether that is a published analysis, a program evaluation report, or a data visualization. Add relevant coursework in epidemiology, biostatistics, or health policy, and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote public health internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the public health internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see those openings before they close.
What is a public health corps or fellowship internship?
Several federal and state agencies, including the CDC and state health departments, run structured public health fellowship and corps programs that place early-career candidates in rotational assignments across disease surveillance, community health, and policy. These programs target people new to the field, recruit well ahead of their start dates, and are competitive, so apply in the first wave of their recruitment cycle.
Can international students get public health internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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