Defense Centers for Public Health: Public Health Program Implementation Internship
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The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering graduate internships or fellowships at the Defense Centers for Public Health - Aberdeen (DCPH-A).
What will I be doing?
As the selected candidate, you will engage with the Defense Public Health Performance Improvement and Accreditation Team where they will learn program execution and improvements. You will learn how the Team supports installation departments of public health at Army locations in conducting performance improvement efforts to meet nationally recognized public health accreditation or reaccreditation standards.
Why should I apply?
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. Along the way, you will engage in activities and research in several areas. These include, but are not limited to,
- Learn program monitoring and evaluation activities to inform continual program improvements.
- Learn how to facilitate meetings and track program activities,
- Evaluate, develop or modify resources for use by military installation departments of public health.
- Develop and implement virtual or in-person consultation and trainings
- Create and facilitate communities of practice.
- Gain experience utilizing the online toolkit and the program website
- Collaborate with members at the installation-level, military service medical commands, and the Defense Health Agency.
Where will I be located?
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland
What is the anticipated start date?
The DCPH-A is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.
What is the appointment length?
Appointments are initially for one year with the option to extend the appointment for up to four additional years, contingent upon project needs and funding availability.
What are the benefits?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by DCPH. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
- Relocation Allowance
- Training and Travel Allowance
About DCPH-A
The Defense Centers for Public Health-Aberdeen ((DCPH-A) formerly the U. S. Army Public Health Center), Defense Health Agency mission is to Advance Joint Force health protection with agile public health Enterprise solutions in support of the National Defense Strategy. For more information about the DCPH-A, please visit https://phc.amedd.army.mil.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
Eligible applicants will be currently pursuing or have a master's degree or Doctoral degree in public health, environmental health, health promotion, community health, and/or community or public health nursing.
Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following:
- Organized
- Strong communication skills
- A willingness to engage in collaborative activities with various teams
- Experience multi-tasking.
- Knowledge of evidence-based public health and related sources of evidence
- A desire to learn from a broad range of diverse stakeholders
Application Requirements
A complete application consists of:
- Zintellect Profile
- Educational and Employment History
- Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
- Resume (PDF)
- Transcripts/Academic Records - Please upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications of the opportunity. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.
- One recommendation. Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed until one recommendation is submitted. We encourage you to contact your recommender as soon as you start your application to ensure they are able to complete the recommendation form and to let them know to expect a message from Zintellect. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities, personal characteristics, and describe how they know you. You can always log back in to your Zintellect account and check the status of your application.
If you have questions, send an email to ARMY-PHC@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code of this opportunity DCPH-A-2023-0006 in the subject line of the email. Please understand that ORISE does not review applications or select applicants; selections are made by the sponsoring agency identified on this opportunity. All application materials should be submitted via the “Apply” button at the bottom of this opportunity listing. Please do not send application materials to the email address above.
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