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Mid Shore Health Improvement Coalition, Communications Intern

MDH Public Health Workforce Development Internship Program

Recruitment #22-008998-0042

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is excited to announce our inaugural MDH Public Health Workforce Development Internship Program that is expected to begin fall 2022. The purpose of the program is to form partnerships with academic institutions by creating student internship opportunities, and building a graduation-to-workforce pipeline that will bolster the public health workforce.   

The fall session will be 13 weeks and run from September 6, 2022 to December 6, 2022. This program is open to students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program that are in good academic standing who have a special interest in public health. We are offering remote, hybrid, and in-person opportunities. Students can work a minimum of 120 hours and a maximum of 260 hours during the 13-week period, which will average to approximately 15 hours/week. Program areas include: Health Policy, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Biostatistics, Health Informatics, Preparedness, Public Health Accreditation, Community Health, Environmental Health, Occupational Health, Healthcare Administrations, Health Education, Public Health Communications, Behavioral Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, and Other.  

Students are welcome to apply for more than one opening. If a student is considered, they will only be selected for one position. Students must submit a copy of their unofficial transcripts with their application. All student applications must be submitted by August 5, 2022, at 11:59:00 PM. Students will be interviewed in the subsequent weeks and student selections will be made by August 26, 2022.

GRADE

9998

LOCATION OF POSITION

Kent County Health Department, Chestertown, MD

This is a remote opportunity.

Main Purpose of Job

The Communications Assistant internship is perfect for a recent college graduate or current Junior/Senior. You’ll gain valuable resume experience and build skills understanding the operations of a regional coalition, grow your skills in online publications and communications, as well as data analysis and presentation.

Our Communications Assistant intern will be part of our Chronic Disease Team at Kent County Health Department and be responsible for helping produce an e-version of our Diabetes Action Plan for the Mid-Shore Region. Ultimately, the Communications Assistant intern will help the Mid Shore Health Improvement Coalition deliver a quality and easy to understand document for residents and our organizational stakeholders.

Communications Intern Duties and Responsibilities:              
  • Compile regional diabetes data and associated graphics   
  • Produce Diabetes Action Plan e-document using Canva Pro          

The Mid Shore Health Improvement Coalition is led by the Kent County Health Department, but serves the entire 5-county region of Caroline, Dorchester, Talbot, Kent and Queen Anne’s Counties. Visit  Midshorehealth.org to learn about our activities.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess at least 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university with current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program.  Applications are also open to recent graduates from an accredited college or university.

Candidates must also possess the following:
  • Proficiency using Canva  Proficiency using Google workspace 
  • Ability to communicate well with others 
  • Ability to work remotely under limited supervision 
  • Skilled at data analysis, and methods to illustrate data- charts, graphs, dashboards, etc.  

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).  

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.  Applications must be accompanied by a CV or a resume.  Upon selection, intern will be required to sign an agreement and provide proof of intern credit (if applicable).


FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING

In one document, please upload a cover letter discussing your qualifications, background, and interest in the position, your resume, and transcripts from your most recent academic program.




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