• Community Health Initiatives Internship - MARION IL

    THIS INTERNSHIP HAS BEEN FILLED AND IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS 


    Please only apply if you can be in person in the Marion Regional Office and travel for coalition meetings in Marion, Carbondale, and Eldorado. Full-time remote work is not possible for this position.

    Location: Southern IL - Hybrid 

    Overview:

    We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support a variety of community health initiatives across 16 local health departments in Region 5. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in community health, administrative tasks, marketing, outreach, and program development while collaborating with public health professionals, local health departments, and community stakeholders.

    Responsibilities:

    • Assist with outreach efforts to promote health programs and initiatives across Region 5.
    • Work closely with 16 local health departments to support ongoing health programs and initiatives.
    • Support administrative tasks within the Regional Office, including data entry, reporting, and coordination of activities.
    • Help with the planning and execution of marketing and communication strategies for public health campaigns.
    • Attend and assist in the preparation for health coalition meetings, either in person or remotely.
    • Participate in and support various program projects within the Regional Office.
    • Attend State Association meetings, either in person or virtually, to stay informed about state-level public health initiatives.
    • Collaborate with staff and community partners to gather feedback, provide support, and enhance the impact of community health programs.

    Qualifications:

    • Currently pursuing a graduate or undergraduate level degree in Public Health, Health Administration and Management, or related field.
    • Ability to work 10 hours per week.
    • Must have access to a reliable vehicle or other self-sufficient means of travel for travel between local health departments and community meetings.
    • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
    • Interest in public health, community health, and/or health education.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
    • Familiarity with social media and digital communication tools is a plus.

    Duration and Compensation:

    This is an unpaid internship with flexible scheduling options to accommodate academic commitments. This is a hybrid position in Southern Illinois for 10 hours a week. Academic credit may be available depending on your institution's guidelines.