Public Health Internship (Summer 2026)
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Job Location:
Lincoln, NE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
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Job Description:
Public health is the science and practice of protecting and improving the health of people and communities through education policy research prevention and access to care. It focuses on promoting wellness preventing disease and ensuring conditions that support the health of all individuals.
Interns will be placed in one primary area of public health based on their interests academic background and the needs of the department. While assigned to a specific program interns will also have opportunities to learn about the broader public health system through cross-program collaboration staff meetings and exposure to various department initiatives.
Potential placement areas may include (subject to availability each semester):
Epidemiology Data analysis disease surveillance and outbreak investigation support
Health Promotion Public health campaigns wellness initiatives and community outreach
Lifespan Health Services Programs focused on maternal and child health aging services and health equity
Organizational Advancement Strategic planning internal process evaluation and policy development
Health Data and Statistics Data collection analysis visualization and reporting
Occupational Licensure Support with licensure application processing compliance and stakeholder communication
Health Services and Systems Evaluation and improvement of public health programs and service delivery
Location:
Internships are onsite at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln NE.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or university program.
Strong communication skills adaptability and an interest in public service are essential.
Application Information:
Application Deadline: March 27th
Application Review Begins: March 28th
This internship offers valuable experience for students preparing for careers in public health healthcare administration policy or related fields. Internship format (in-person hybrid or remote) may vary based on project needs and office location.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution) OR recently graduated (within one year) from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution).
Preferred Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a degree in Public Health Epidemiology Health Promotion Statistics or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with data analysis software preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Adaptable and eager to learn about various aspects of public health.
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Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
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