About the role#
This internship supports the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment (WCDPHE) in implementing mental health programming funded by the Preventive Block Grant. The role focuses on coordination, project management, and community engagement for initiatives like the Changing our Mental Health Trajectory (COMET) training and Dude Talk Dinner programming. You will gain hands-on experience in governmental public health while completing 150 hours of work starting in January 2027.
What you'll do#
- Conduct applied public health work to support your practicum, capstone, or internship project.
- Assist with mental health training coordination, including COMET, QPR, and Mental Health First Aid.
- Develop and update implementation plans for programming and identify recruitment strategies for priority populations.
- Support program planning, evaluation, and quality improvement efforts.
- Assist with data collection, management, and analysis to contribute to reports and dashboards.
- Lead administrative tasks such as registration, documentation, and the creation of promotional materials.
- Identify and engage community champions in rural areas.
- Collaborate with community partners to support outreach and educational activities.
- Document continuous quality improvement efforts and lessons learned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Master's Degree Program related to Public Health is mandatory.
- Prior experience in public health, healthcare, research, or governmental settings is preferred.
- Experience with data collection, analysis, or evaluation through coursework or previous employment is helpful.
- Background in supporting community outreach, health education, or program implementation is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively in team-based or interdisciplinary environments.
Location & details#
- Location: Greeley, Colorado.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Status: Part-time, paid position.
About Weld County Government
Weld County Government operates as a public agency based in Greeley, Colorado. Established in 1861, the organization manages public services across a 3,999 square mile area. It currently employs 822 people. The county serves as the third largest in Colorado by land area.
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