Explore national fellowship and internship opportunities
The list includes opportunities with governmental public health agencies, nonprofits organizations, global health initiatives, and more. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, national programs affiliated with the Centers of Disease Control and Preventions (CDC).
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APHL-CDC Bioinformatics Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on bioinformatics for public health professionals with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Biorisk Management Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on biorisk management with the APHL and CDC
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APHL-CDC Environmental Health Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on environmental health and laboratory sciences with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Food Safety Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on food safety for laboratory professionals with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Infectious Diseases Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on infectious diseases and laboratory diagnostics with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Informatics Fellowship
Informatics fellowship with an emphasis on public health data systems with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Quality Management Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on quality management for public health laboratories with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Ronald H. Laessig Newborn Screening Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on newborn screening systems in public health with the APHL and CDC.
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Applied Public Health Informatics Fellowship (APHIF)
Fellowship in informatics focusing on addressing public health issues through data systems.
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ASPPH/CDC Public Health Fellowship Program
Collaborative fellowship program between ASPPH and the CDC for public health students.
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CDC/CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship Program
Fellowship that places fellows in state or local health departments to address applied epidemiology.
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Emory/CDC Medical Toxicology Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on toxicology in a medical and public health context.
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Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Program (LAMRP)
Residency in laboratory animal medicine that blends veterinary science with public health concerns.
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ORISE CDC Research Opportunities
A wide variety of CDC-sponsored research opportunities for graduate and post-graduate students.
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Public Health for All
An inclusive program focusing on increasing public health opportunities for diverse populations.
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Public Health Institute/CDC Global Public Health Fellowship Program
Fellowship focusing on global public health issues with an emphasis on international collaboration.
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SOPHE/CDC Student Fellowship in Injury Prevention and Control
Fellowship for students focusing on injury prevention with the SOPHE and CDC.
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The Pacific Public Health Fellowship Program
Fellowship program targeting public health issues in the Pacific region.
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Uganda Public Health Fellowship Program - Laboratory Leadership Program (UPHFP-LLP)
Fellowship focusing on laboratory leadership in Uganda for public health students and professionals.
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ASA/NCHS Research Fellowship Program
Fellowship focusing on statistical analysis in public health, through the CDC's National Center for Health Statistics.
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CDC Dental Public Health Residency Program
Residency program for students interested in public health dentistry.
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CDC Evaluation Fellowship
Fellowship for students in public health evaluation and measurement methods.
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CDC Knowledge Translation and Implementation Science
Fellowship focusing on translating research into public health practice.
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CDC Steven M. Teutsch Prevention Effectiveness Fellowship and Public Health Analytics and Modeling Track
Fellowship focusing on public health modeling, data analysis, and prevention effectiveness.
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Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS)
Prestigious program that places fellows in epidemiology positions to investigate public health threats.
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Future Leaders in Infections and Global Health Threats (FLIGHT)
Fellowship for emerging leaders in global infectious disease and public health.
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Laboratory Leadership Service
Leadership development program focusing on laboratory sciences in public health.
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Molecular Epidemiology Fellowship
Fellowship for advanced training in molecular epidemiology and public health research.
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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Academy Health Policy Fellowship
Fellowship combining public health and health policy through the NCHS.
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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Postdoctoral Research Program
Postdoctoral fellowship focusing on health statistics and data analysis.
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Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Global HIV & TB
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in global HIV and TB control.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in HIV Prevention for Communities of Color
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in HIV prevention in marginalized communities.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in HIV Prevention for Communities of Color
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in HIV prevention in marginalized communities.
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Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program
Highly competitive government-wide program for recent graduates to work in public health and other sectors.
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Public Health AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps program that provides opportunities to serve in public health settings.
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Public Health Associate Program (PHAP)
A two-year paid fellowship that places associates in state, local, and tribal health departments.
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Public Health Informatics Fellowship Program (PHIFP)
Fellowship that trains public health professionals focusing on informatics systems used in governmental health agencies.
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The Gilstrap OBGYN Fellowship
Fellowship for students focusing on public health in maternal and reproductive health.
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Global Health Corps Fellowship
Fellowship program focusing on global health work.
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CDC Lewis/Ferguson Fellows
Fellowship named after distinguished public health leaders, focusing on mentorship and professional development.
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CDC Public Health Associate Program for Recent Graduates (PHAP)
Similar to PHAP, this program is for recent graduates to work in public health agencies.
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Health Career Connection (HCC)
Internship program for students aiming to pursue careers in health services, with public health agency partnerships.
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New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Public Health AmeriCorps (PHA)
Public Health AmeriCorps program focusing on service opportunities in NYC.
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Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)
A program focusing to enhance diversity in health professions, offering a summer internship experience.
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Fellowships and Training Opportunities | CDC
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ORISE Fellowships
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EHR Epic Support Analyst Supervisor
Public Health — Seattle & King County's Administrative Services/Office of the Director (ODIR) is seeking interested applicants to fill a Career Service vacancy as an EHR Epic Support Analyst Supervisor (Functional Analyst IV) within our Epic, Health Information and Records Support Team. Public Health – Seattle and King County (PHSKC) provides direct healthcare services at over 30 locations, some of which operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Those services rely heavily on the use of the Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) to document care for patients served. This position will play a key role in supporting Epic users and customer satisfaction by supervising a team of Epic Functional Analysts; ensuring the highest level of customer service to King County Epic users; establishing, maintaining, and advancing quality standards; supporting quality training efforts across PHSKC’s Epic users; coordinating efforts with King County Information Technology (KCIT) where necessary; and playing a leadership role in system implementation and maintenance activities. The selected candidate will integrate King County's Equity and Social Justice principles into the daily functions of this position.
Background
The Administrative Services Division partners with the Public Health Department to provide efficient and effective services to support healthy people and communities. The Administrative Services Division includes teams that support the department with financial services, compliance, records management, health information technology, risk management, contracts and procurement, facilities support, and support for the intersection of our work with information technology.
Note: This recruitment will be used to create an eligibility pool to fill additional Career Service, Term-Limited Temporary (TLT), or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) vacancies that may occur over the next six months.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Work Schedule
The typical work schedule is full-time (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday. As needed, this position must be able to work variable shifts twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week as directed by management. This work includes on call and after-hours support. This is an Exempt position and is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible.
FLSA
Exempt
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Remote and Onsite Work:
The Administrative team works in a hybrid model, with a minimum of 3 days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is Chinook Building, 401 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1000 Seattle, WA 98104
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Requirements
• Supervise, lead, train, and support a team of Functional Analyst IIIs and Functional Analyst IIs. Develop and monitor work plans, workloads, staffing plans and work schedules. Support staff in professional development, provide necessary coaching and counseling, evaluate and document work performance, and monitor work for customer satisfaction. Manage employee onboarding and offboarding; conduct performance appraisals.
• Lead the team in defining its goals, managing work products, and measuring progress.
• Collaborate with fellow Epic Project Program Manager IV (PPMIV) colleagues to coordinate project resourcing across the Epic Support team. co-lead planning and project management for the Epic system, and delegate staffing to support efforts. Efforts require ability to navigate a matrixed supervision and management structure, often supervising the team but not always managing the work.
• Collaborate with Epic Support Team to manage projects. Provide analysis, develop solutions to business challenges, and make solution recommendations for the Epic system. Evaluate physical and technical requirements for best practice recommendations and implementation.
• Work with Epic PPMIVs to facilitate and coordinate facility changes within the Epic Support Team (i.e., moves, equipment changes).
• Collaborate with key stakeholders of the Epic system, such as Public Health management, division leadership, program managers, KCIT, front line staff, and project teams.
• Management and oversight of day-to-day operations of Public Health’s Epic EHR system, including access management/maintenance, work queues, issues, and associated communication, change management, and performance.
• Oversee the development and provision of training for Epic users and Epic system changes, enhancements, upgrades, and new implementation including guidelines, materials, and other resources. In collaboration with division-level Epic support and training managers, provide guidance, support and direction for training and supporting end users in Epic.
• Incorporate understanding of budgetary, statutory and operating conditions into work plans, evaluations, and project implementation. Ensure that Public Health and its divisions utilizing the Epic system are compliant with the vendor contract, Public Health standards, and applicable regulations.
• Plan and assist in developing system requirements, evaluate requirements, and leadteam of Functional Analysts in testing and implementing system changes to support healthcare operations and management.
• Perform system monitoring, including interfacing with, addressing issues, and ensuring timely resolution with the EHR vendor, subcontractors, and/or KCIT.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Commitment to and knowledge of racial equity and social justice principles and practices.
- One year of direct supervisory experience and development of a team.
- Demonstrated experience in electronic health records management, health information management, training, data management and quality, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties as described in the job announcement.
- Demonstrated experience with the Epic electronic health record system that includes interfaces with other systems such as labs.
- Knowledge and experience working with information technology, including desktop support, device integration, data management/reporting and interface support.
- Experience with project planning and management, including complex projects involving multiple dependencies and/or conflicting priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to apply quantitative and qualitative analysis and evaluate data for decision making.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Experience developing and implementing training and change management plans and drafting associated communications.
- Ability to communicate and maintain working relationships with diverse populations; facilitate discussion and consensus; collaborate effectively.
- Relates well with others; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with the OCHIN Epic Collaborative.
- Experience managing and supporting Epic in an outpatient setting.
- Experience with Public Health and/or the health care sector.
- Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements for healthcare, including HIPAA and state privacy regulations.
- Direct supervisory experience of an individual or team with at least three to five years’ experience supervising and developing teams.
- Experience in providing training to adult learners.
Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.
If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact your RECRUITER.
King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.
King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.
Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Who May Apply
All qualified applicants
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NEOGOV Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
(Please note: Cover letters, resumes, and additional attachments will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process if not outlined as a required application material as outlined above).
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Necessary Special Requirements
- The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
- The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
- For more information on our selection process, please refer towww.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visithttps://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en.
- Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
- Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
- Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
- Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
- When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
- If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Union Membership
Non Represented
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