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79 internships matching “Master of Public Health public health analyst student internship training shadowing certification”
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
High School Scientific Training and Enrichment Program
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
Best fit
rising 12th graders from diverse and low-income backgrounds
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The SIP 2027 application will open in mid-November 2026. The application will close in mid-February, 2027. Reference Letters are given an additional week past the application deadline.
Virginia Department of Health
Internship Academy Cohort 2
The VDH Internship Academy, Cohort 2 of 2024, created experiences and connections that will help propel the intern participants into their future that is bright with promise.
What it is
The VDH Internship Academy, Cohort 2 of 2024, created experiences and connections that will help propel the intern participants into their future that is bright with promise.
Best fit
Students in various degree programs including public health, biology, chemistry, public policy, epidemiology, and political science
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications for next year’s Internship Academy will be accepted in December 2025.
National Institutes of Health
Summer Internship Program
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH. Interns work in research groups on various NIH campuses, with opportunities in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences, and have access to professional development programs.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH. Interns work in research groups on various NIH campuses, with opportunities in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences, and have access to professional development programs.
Best fit
College students, graduate students, and professional school students interested in biomedical research
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Application will close in mid-February, 2027. Reference Letters are given an additional week past the application deadline.
University of Maryland
Student Employment and Internship Opportunities - University of Maryland Athletics
Various student employment and internship opportunities with Maryland Athletics, including roles in Applied Sport Science, Broadcast & Production, Compliance, Equipment, Facilities Operations & Events, Football, Graphic Design, GSAC, Marketing, Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning, Strategic Communications & Content Development, and Terrapin Club.
What it is
Various student employment and internship opportunities with Maryland Athletics, including roles in Applied Sport Science, Broadcast & Production, Compliance, Equipment, Facilities Operations & Events, Football, Graphic Design, GSAC, Marketing, Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning, Strategic Communications & Content Development, and Terrapin Club.
Best fit
University of Maryland Students and Recent Graduates interested in collegiate athletics
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Hiring timelines vary by department, some have specific hiring windows (e.g., Fall interns in July/Aug for the end Aug - mid Dec term)
Virginia Department of Health
Virginia Department of Health Internship Academy Cohort 1
The inaugural VDH Internship Academy in 2023 was a HUGE success! Twenty-six interns were dispersed across 18 local health departments and 5 central office programs, representing 15 colleges/universities (11 from Virginia and 4 out of state).
What it is
The inaugural VDH Internship Academy in 2023 was a HUGE success! Twenty-six interns were dispersed across 18 local health departments and 5 central office programs, representing 15 colleges/universities (11 from Virginia and 4 out of state).
Best fit
College students and recent graduates
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
DC Department of Employment Services, Office of Youth Programs
High School Internship Program
The High School Internship Program provides work-readiness skills, project-based learning, life skills, leadership development training, and work opportunities for District high school students, in grades 9th -12th, who are ages 14 - 21.
What it is
The High School Internship Program provides work-readiness skills, project-based learning, life skills, leadership development training, and work opportunities for District high school students, in grades 9th -12th, who are ages 14 - 21.
Best fit
District high school students, in grades 9th -12th
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify
Inova Health System
Academic Internships for Students
Thank you for your interest in an academic internship with Inova! To be considered, please fill out the form below completely and attach a copy of your resume. If your interests and academic program align with an internship opportunity, someone from Inova will reach out to you.
What it is
Thank you for your interest in an academic internship with Inova! To be considered, please fill out the form below completely and attach a copy of your resume. If your interests and academic program align with an internship opportunity, someone from Inova will reach out to you.
Best fit
College students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Intramural Training & Education
NIH High School Summer Internship Program
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
Best fit
Current high school juniors and seniors interested in biomedical research
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Application closes on Tuesday, January 26, 2027 at 12 pm (noon) ET. Reference Letters are due Tuesday, February 2, 2027 at 12 pm (noon) ET.
Inova Health System
Summer Student Internship
Each summer, we have 2-5 students who work with our research staff and a physician mentor on a research project in the realm of advanced lung disease or lung transplantation. The student’s summer volunteer experience may also include opportunities to attend research conferences, clinical educational conferences, observe patient procedures and patient visits during the course of the workday. At the end of the internship, students will be asked to give a PowerPoint presentation on their project.
What it is
Each summer, we have 2-5 students who work with our research staff and a physician mentor on a research project in the realm of advanced lung disease or lung transplantation. The student’s summer volunteer experience may also include opportunities to attend research conferences, clinical educational conferences, observe patient procedures and patient visits during the course of the workday. At the end of the internship, students will be asked to give a PowerPoint presentation on their project.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications for upcoming summer research internships open from November 1, through December 31, each year
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP)
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
Best fit
U.S. citizens and permanent residents interested in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences research
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Accepting
GW Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service
GW Civic Changemakers Summer Program
GW Civic Changemakers internship program is a free summer program in DC Public Schools. Over the course of five weeks during the summer, middle school students will learn how to become changemakers and community problem-solvers.
What it is
GW Civic Changemakers internship program is a free summer program in DC Public Schools. Over the course of five weeks during the summer, middle school students will learn how to become changemakers and community problem-solvers.
Best fit
DC Public Schools middle school students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
National Institutes of Health
NIH Summer Internship Program
The NIH Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity for students to engage in biomedical research at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS). The program aims to expose students to environmental health sciences and enhance their research skills.
What it is
The NIH Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity for students to engage in biomedical research at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS). The program aims to expose students to environmental health sciences and enhance their research skills.
Best fit
Students interested in biomedical and behavioral research careers
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
The Fund for American Studies
TFAS D.C. Academic Internship Programs
This TFAS program track is ideal for students who are interested in learning about the legislative process and how it affects industries around the country and world. Students will gain the professional experience needed to succeed in a variety of fields, including business, law and government. Students will see government relations from the inside, where they will learn about representing the interests of a company or industry to the government and media.
What it is
This TFAS program track is ideal for students who are interested in learning about the legislative process and how it affects industries around the country and world. Students will gain the professional experience needed to succeed in a variety of fields, including business, law and government. Students will see government relations from the inside, where they will learn about representing the interests of a company or industry to the government and media.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Final Admissions Deadline: February 8
MedStar Health
MedStar Washington Hospital Center Administrative Internship Program
A 12-week, seasonal position designed for current undergraduate or graduate students interested in pursuing a career in health administration and seeking to be among the next generation of healthcare leaders. The internship enables students to gain real-world experience and in-depth exposure to MWHC, the flagship hospital of the MedStar Health system.
What it is
A 12-week, seasonal position designed for current undergraduate or graduate students interested in pursuing a career in health administration and seeking to be among the next generation of healthcare leaders. The internship enables students to gain real-world experience and in-depth exposure to MWHC, the flagship hospital of the MedStar Health system.
Best fit
Students with demonstrated interest in healthcare and health administration
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Application opens in February for Summer, in June for Fall, and in October for Spring
United States Commission on Civil Rights (CCR)
Student Internship Program
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights invites undergraduate, graduate, and law students to submit applications for our student internship program in the Commission's Headquarters and Eastern Regional Office located in Washington, DC. Positions may also be available in regional offices located in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, and Los Angeles.
What it is
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights invites undergraduate, graduate, and law students to submit applications for our student internship program in the Commission's Headquarters and Eastern Regional Office located in Washington, DC. Positions may also be available in regional offices located in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, and Los Angeles.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify
Commonwealth of Virginia
Commonwealth of Virginia Internship Opportunities
The Commonwealth of Virginia Internship Programs offers students the opportunity to combine academic studies with on-the-job training and experience while completing their education. Students interested in internship opportunities should contact state agencies directly for more information.
What it is
The Commonwealth of Virginia Internship Programs offers students the opportunity to combine academic studies with on-the-job training and experience while completing their education. Students interested in internship opportunities should contact state agencies directly for more information.
Best fit
College students and recent graduates
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify
Capital One
Analyst Early Internship Program - Summer 2027
Capital One’s Early Internship Program gives current college students real-world experience and the tools to grow both personally and professionally. Over the course of a summer, you’ll step into meaningful roles and build critical skills while contributing to work that matters.
What it is
Capital One’s Early Internship Program gives current college students real-world experience and the tools to grow both personally and professionally. Over the course of a summer, you’ll step into meaningful roles and build critical skills while contributing to work that matters.
Best fit
Second-year college students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The Analyst Early Internship Program runs from June to August
Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia
Student Internship Program
Legal Aid DC offers exciting internship opportunities to undergraduates and law students who want to gain experience in public interest work! Law student interns are assigned to one of Legal Aid DC’s practice areas like Housing, Domestic Violence and Family Law, Public Benefits, Consumer, Immigration, etc. Undergraduate interns typically support in Intake and Development departments with responsibilities like client inquiries, court document filing, drafting correspondence, and observing hearings.
What it is
Legal Aid DC offers exciting internship opportunities to undergraduates and law students who want to gain experience in public interest work! Law student interns are assigned to one of Legal Aid DC’s practice areas like Housing, Domestic Violence and Family Law, Public Benefits, Consumer, Immigration, etc. Undergraduate interns typically support in Intake and Development departments with responsibilities like client inquiries, court document filing, drafting correspondence, and observing hearings.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Department of Justice (DOJ)
Office of Tribal Justice Internship Opportunities
The internship is designed to give students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience working on challenging projects and cases principally involving issues of federal Indian law. Interns work closely with attorneys in OTJ on a wide range of federal Indian law issues and projects. Work may include legal research, drafting legal memoranda and briefs, participating in public policy development, reviewing proposed legislation, and responding to citizen correspondence. Also, interns may have the opportunity to attend Congressional hearings, oral arguments before the Supreme Court, and high-level meetings with OTJ attorneys.
What it is
The internship is designed to give students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience working on challenging projects and cases principally involving issues of federal Indian law. Interns work closely with attorneys in OTJ on a wide range of federal Indian law issues and projects. Work may include legal research, drafting legal memoranda and briefs, participating in public policy development, reviewing proposed legislation, and responding to citizen correspondence. Also, interns may have the opportunity to attend Congressional hearings, oral arguments before the Supreme Court, and high-level meetings with OTJ attorneys.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
USDA
White House Internship Program
The White House Internship Program is a public service leadership program that provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This 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.
What it is
The White House Internship Program is a public service leadership program that provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This 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.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The internship is offered on a continuous basis with Spring, Summer, and Fall sessions lasting around 10 to 16 weeks
Department of Homeland Security
Student Hire Internship Pathway for Acquisition Professionals
The Student Hire Internship Pathway (SHIP) for Acquisition Professionals offers current students in relevant educational programs paid internships in DHS acquisition offices during the period before graduation. Upon graduation, student interns may be converted into positions in the Acquisition Professional Career Program (APCP). SHIP is managed within the DHS Office of the Chief Procurement Officer.
What it is
The Student Hire Internship Pathway (SHIP) for Acquisition Professionals offers current students in relevant educational programs paid internships in DHS acquisition offices during the period before graduation. Upon graduation, student interns may be converted into positions in the Acquisition Professional Career Program (APCP). SHIP is managed within the DHS Office of the Chief Procurement Officer.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
DHS typically recruits for SHIP around February or on‑boarding around June.
Department of Agriculture (USDA)
HACU National Internship Federal Program
Connecting college students to paid federal internships since 1992.
What it is
Connecting college students to paid federal internships since 1992.
Best fit
Students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Priority Deadline: November 20, 2026
Enterprise Mobility
Management Trainee Internship
The Enterprise Management Internship helps university/college students build valuable business and leadership skills. Interns take on the same challenges as first and second year full-time professionals, learning to manage a fleet of vehicles, care for customers, develop marketing strategies, and build relationships. The internship is paid and includes team-based learning and potential performance incentives.
What it is
The Enterprise Management Internship helps university/college students build valuable business and leadership skills. Interns take on the same challenges as first and second year full-time professionals, learning to manage a fleet of vehicles, care for customers, develop marketing strategies, and build relationships. The internship is paid and includes team-based learning and potential performance incentives.
Best fit
university/college student
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify
Enterprise Mobility
Management Trainee Internship
If you’re looking to hit the ground running, the Enterprise Management Internship will help you build valuable business and leadership skills. For a university/college student, the real-world professional experience you’ll receive during the internship will help you stand apart from the crowd, and will be more than just a line on your resume.
What it is
If you’re looking to hit the ground running, the Enterprise Management Internship will help you build valuable business and leadership skills. For a university/college student, the real-world professional experience you’ll receive during the internship will help you stand apart from the crowd, and will be more than just a line on your resume.
Best fit
University/college students graduating December 2027, Spring 2028 or Summer 2028
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify