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Public Health Internship Opportunities

CompanyState of Ohio
LocationColumbus
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will support various divisions within the Ohio Department of Health by assisting with community health initiatives, disease prevention, and health policy research. They will also contribute to data analysis, communications, and administrative project coordination tasks.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$18 - $22
Company Size
2221
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction protects and supports Ohioans by ensuring that adult felony offenders are effectively supervised in environments that are safe, humane, and appropriately secure. In partnership with communities, we will promote citizen safety and victim reparation. Through rehabilitative and restorative programming, we seek to instill in offenders an improved sense of responsibility and the capacity to become law-abiding members of society.
About the Role
All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline. 

Organization: Health

Agency Contact Name and Information: Candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly

Work Location: 
246 North High Street, 1st Floor
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
United States

Compensation: $18-$22

Schedule: Temporary - Part Time

Work Hours: Varies

Classified Indicator: Unclassified

Union: Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill: Internship

 

Who We Are
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans.  Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

What You'll Do
This posting is for future internship opportunities across multiple divisions within ODH. Applicants will be considered for roles based on their skills, academic background, and expressed areas of interest. Internship assignments may include, but are not limited to:

Public Health Programs: Assist with community health initiatives, disease prevention, and health education campaigns.
Policy & Planning: Support research and analysis for health policies, regulations, and strategic planning.
Data & Analytics: Work with health data systems, perform data analysis, and contribute to reporting efforts.
Communications & Outreach: Develop educational materials, manage social media content, and support public engagement.
Administrative Support: Provide assistance with project coordination, documentation, and operational tasks.

Who Should Apply?
 
We welcome applications from students in fields such as:
Public Health
Health Policy
Epidemiology
Communications
Data Science / Analytics
Business Administration
Other related disciplines

How It Works:
By applying to this posting, you will be entered into our internship talent pool. As paid and unpaid opportunities arise, candidates will be matched to positions that align with their interests and qualifications. Paid Internship positions cannot be used for credit toward a Practicum requirement.
 
The Pay Rate for internships will be determined by the student's current academic status.

Freshman or Sophomore - $18/hour
Junior or Senior - $20/hour
Graduate Student - $22/hour

This position is unclassified per ORC 124.11(A)(29)

Additional Information

Application Procedures:

We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.  

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION.

Status of Posted Position:

You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.

Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Educational Transcript Requirements:

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted.  ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.

 


Why Work for the State of Ohio: 

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

  • Medical Coverage
  • Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
  • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
  • Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
  • Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.


Qualifications: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university, as verified via official or unofficial transcript or letter on letterhead from the Registrar's office confirming enrollment.

ADA Statement: 
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace: 
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
Key Skills
Public HealthHealth PolicyEpidemiologyData AnalysisResearchStrategic PlanningCommunicationsSocial Media ManagementProject CoordinationData ScienceBusiness AdministrationPublic EngagementReportingDocumentation
Categories
HealthcareGovernment & Public SectorScience & ResearchData & AnalyticsAdministrative
Benefits
Medical CoverageDental InsuranceVision InsuranceBasic Life InsurancePaid Time OffVacation LeavePersonal LeaveSick LeavePaid HolidaysChildbirth LeaveAdoption LeaveFoster Care LeaveEmployee Development FundsPublic Service Loan ForgivenessPublic Retirement SystemsDeferred Compensation
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