Entry Level Public Health Jobs
New grad public health jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a capstone project can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Government & Public Sector, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Durham County Government, Highwire, and County of Bucks hiring at this level now.
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Department of Public Health Sciences invites applications for 2-3 Adjunct Assistant Professor positions to support our Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accredited programs. The department offers Master of Public Health (MPH) and Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degrees and seeks experienced public health professionals and educators committed to excellence in teaching and student engagement.
Each position will teach one graduate-level course, facilitating student learning in online and/or in-person formats (Hershey Campus). Courses may include areas such as community engagement, population health, strategic planning and management, health policy, and related public health disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned graduate-level public health courses.
- Develop and maintain course materials that align with program competencies and accreditation standards.
- Facilitate engaging learning experiences for diverse student populations.
- Assess student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Maintain regular communication with students and program leadership.
- Participate in course planning and curriculum discussions as appropriate.
- Adhere to university policies, accreditation requirements, and instructional best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Masters or Doctoral (preferred) degree in public health or related field
- Professional experience in public health practice, research, healthcare, government, nonprofit organizations, or related settings.
- Experience with online learning management systems (ie. Canvas).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to teach effectively in diverse learning environments.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .
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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Department of Public Health Sciences invites applications for 2-3 Adjunct Assistant Professor positions to support our Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accredited programs. The department offers Master of Public Health (MPH) and Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degrees and seeks experienced public health professionals and educators committed to excellence in teaching and student engagement.
Each position will teach one graduate-level course, facilitating student learning in online and/or in-person formats (Hershey Campus). Courses may include areas such as community engagement, population health, strategic planning and management, health policy, and related public health disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned graduate-level public health courses.
- Develop and maintain course materials that align with program competencies and accreditation standards.
- Facilitate engaging learning experiences for diverse student populations.
- Assess student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Maintain regular communication with students and program leadership.
- Participate in course planning and curriculum discussions as appropriate.
- Adhere to university policies, accreditation requirements, and instructional best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Masters or Doctoral (preferred) degree in public health or related field
- Professional experience in public health practice, research, healthcare, government, nonprofit organizations, or related settings.
- Experience with online learning management systems (ie. Canvas).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to teach effectively in diverse learning environments.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster
PA State Labor Law Poster
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information
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Entry Level Public Health Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level public health job?
Start by highlighting any internship, practicum, or community health volunteer work on your resume, since hands-on field experience signals readiness to employers at this stage. Tailor your application to the specific population or setting each role serves, whether that is maternal health, disease surveillance, or health education. Certifications like CPR, HIPAA training, or familiarity with epidemiological software can also strengthen an entry level application.
Which companies hire entry level public healths?
Companies hiring entry level public healths right now include Durham County Government, Highwire, and County of Bucks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from county and city health departments, nonprofit community health organizations, hospital systems, and federally funded public health programs.
Are there remote entry level public health jobs?
Yes, though many roles in this field involve direct community or clinical contact that requires in-person work. About 40% of entry level public health openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote roles most common in health data analysis, grant writing, and health communications positions that do not require fieldwork.
Are these new grad public health jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior public health roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or practicum hours in place of full-time work history, or values a capstone project or research portfolio. Many entry level positions are written specifically to bring new talent into the public health workforce.
Which industries hire the most entry level public healths?
Entry Level public health roles concentrate in Education, Government & Public Sector, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they depend on a steady pipeline of new graduates to staff community outreach, data collection, program coordination, and health education functions across local and national initiatives.