Internships and Fellowships

Texas Public Health Association Internships

DFW International Community Alliance - Fall, Spring, and Summer Internships – Global and Multicultural Issues

Internships are available to assist with special projects while simultaneously experiencing international cultures right here in North Texas. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in demographics, applied anthropology, international business and finance, globalization, and multicultural issues. International students are especially welcome. Students work on individual levels and in teams as they liaison between staff and a variety of multicultural groups, civic leaders, and media. They will improve skills in the areas of communication, organization, efficiency, and negotiation that are transferable to their future careers. For more information, click here.

 U.S. White House Internship Program  - Washington, DC

The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate today’s young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office and prepare them for future public service opportunities.

To apply:   http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/internships/apply

U.S. Office on Women’s Health, Department of Health & Human Services – Washington, DC

The Office on Women's Health is looking for a few good men and women to fill full-time and year-round internship positions. They are looking for hardworking, passionate, and committed undergraduate and graduate students seeking opportunities to gain valuable Federal work experiences and to assist fulfilling academic requirements in relevant fields of study.

All eligible persons meet the following criteria: Currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students in the U.S. Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale.

To apply:  Visit, http://www.womenshealth.gov/owh/about/intern.cfm.

American Red Cross, National Headquarters, Presidential Intern Program for Undergraduate and Graduate College Students – Washington DC

The American Red Cross Corporate Diversity Department offers internships for undergraduate and graduate college students. The Presidential Intern Program provides an opportunity for college students to learn about key professional positions with the American Red Cross. The Presidential Intern Program is open to students who are currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies or who have just graduated the spring immediately prior to their appointment. Students are recruited from Washington, DC area colleges and universities, but applications are accepted from any undergraduate or graduate student.

For more information, email: internships@usa.redcross.org.

National Cancer Institute (NCI) Health Communications Internship

The National Cancer Institute (NCI), the largest of the 27 institutes and centers comprising the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is the Federal Government's principal agency for cancer research and training.  The NCI coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination, and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of cancer patients and the families of cancer patients. For information on internships click here.  To apply click here. Deadlines in March for Fall and September for Spring.

Cooper Fitness Center - Craig Ranch 

The Cooper Fitness Center at Craig Ranch internship program seeks college students enrolled in a health-related degree program with a working knowledge of exercise physiology and a desire to provide excellence in customer service.  Fall and spring internships are 12-week programs and summer internships are 10-week programs.  For more information, click here.

Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE)

Mission: To promote, encourage and contribute to the advancement of health of all people through education.

Internship Opportunities at SOPHE

Internships at United Nations University, Office at the UN, New York

The United Nations University Office at the United Nations, New York (UNU-ONY) recruits Junior Professional Fellows (JPFs) for two sessions each year running from August to January, and February to July. 

APHA (American Public Health Association) Internship Opportunities

Spring semester: January 15th - May 1st Application Deadline: December 1st

Summer semester: June 1st - August 15th Application Deadline: April 15th

APHA is offering an unpaid internship for the summer semester and fall semester. To be eligible to apply to this internship opportunity, applicants must be enrolled in school. Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply. Candidates should be working towards a bachelor, graduate, or postgraduate degree, and all majors are welcome. For further information, please visit: http://www.apha.org/about/careers/internships/internshipsapply

ASPH Public Health Internships & Fellowships

There are numerous internships and fellowships available on the ASPH website at http://www.asph.org.  Be sure to check out these opportunities too. http://www.asph.org/document.cfm?page=752  Various deadlines.

World Health Organization Internship Opportunities

Applications Accepted: December 1st - January 31st for Summer Internships; August 1st -September 30th for Winter Internships

As the acknowledged leader in global public health issues, WHO is committed to building future leaders in public health. WHO's Internship Programme provides a wide range of opportunities for students to gain insight into the work of WHO. Every year a limited number of places for internships are available. To take part in the programme, the WHO looks for the following minimum eligibility criteria: 

* Applicants must be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) both at the time of application and during the internship.
* Applicants pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages must have completed at least three years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree.
* A minimum of 20 years of age.
* Possess a first degree in a public health, medical or social field related to the technical work of WHO.
* Fluent in the working language of the office of assignment.

For more information, including conditions of the internship and to apply, http://www.who.int/employment/internship/interns/en/index.html