About the role#
The Fishers Health Department supports the next generation of public health professionals through academic internships. You will work under the supervision of the Assistant Director on projects across community health, environmental health, epidemiology, emergency preparedness, and public health nursing. This role matches your academic requirements with departmental priorities to provide practical experience in local public health operations. You will work on-site and travel to locations such as schools, businesses, and community events.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to department initiatives across one or more program areas.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute health education courses.
- Develop and deliver partnership activities with external organizations.
- Identify and implement preventative programs to address community health needs.
- Assist health inspectors with site visits, sample collection, and routine surveillance.
- Conduct research and analysis to support public health policy, procedures, and program materials.
- Coordinate and conduct community outreach at local events like farmers markets and festivals.
- Work with the team to ensure an equity-focused approach to services.
- Perform additional projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a high school junior or senior, or as an undergraduate or graduate student.
- Recent graduates who completed a relevant degree within the last 12 months are also eligible.
- Focus on public health, epidemiology, community health, environmental health, or related disciplines.
- A valid Indiana driver's license and the ability to be insured to drive city vehicles (not required for high school interns).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work well in a team.
- Flexibility to work with diverse populations and organizations.
- Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours based on business needs.
Location & details#
- Location: Fishers, Indiana.
- Modality: On-site.
- Terms: Winter 2027 or Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $12.00 per hour for high school interns, $15.00 per hour for undergraduate interns, and $18.00 per hour for graduate interns.
About City of Fishers
The City of Fishers is a government agency based in Indiana. It serves a population of over 100,000 residents in Hamilton County. Founded in 1872, the organization manages municipal operations and neighborhood development. It maintains a staff of 328 employees.
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