Enteric Intern (College)

If you are a motivated individual looking for a paid internship and the chance to apply your academic knowledge, the Department of Health has an exciting opportunity for you! As an intern, you will gain valuable work experience while helping to improve the health of Pennsylvania residents. Join our team and work with the Bureau of Epidemiology's Division of Surveillance to conduct interviews with patients who have enteric diseases. Apply today and begin your journey in the fascinating and important field of public health!

You will have the opportunity to gain experience in conducting phone interviews with patients and documenting key health information and exposures. You will also assist in outbreak investigations and participate in team meetings to support disease surveillance and response efforts. Additionally, you will have the chance to work on special projects and contribute to database management and data entry tasks. This position requires a genuine interest in advocating for vulnerable populations and their access to resources and services to achieve health equity.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time internship, up to 20 hours per week
• The internship will start as soon as possible and will continue until the end of the school year or graduation.
• Work hours are flexible, Monday - Friday.
• Some remote work during evenings and weekends is required.
• Some ground travel is recommended but not required.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• You must have current full-time enrollment in a bachelor's degree program or higher.
• You must have good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher).
• You must have Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university.

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a valid driver's license that is not under suspension.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualification (not required):

• Graduate students preferred

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.