DPH Paid Internship Program
With funding through the Public Health Infrastructure Grant from the CDC, the DPH Academic Health Department (AHD) is thrilled to announce a new paid experiential learning opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students, a paid internship program. This program will be a unique hands-on internship exposing students to state-level public health work combined with opportunities for professional development.
Visit DPH Paid Internship Program for information on the upcoming Fall 2025 Internship Program.
DPH Internship Program
The DPH Internship Program is an unpaid or short-term paid program which offers valuable work experience at DPH directly related to the students’ academic field of study. It is expected that students performing unpaid work are earning course credit or receive credit for meeting a course requirement. If you are in search of an internship, capstone, or practicum experience, please complete our student expression of interest form and send your resume to DPHInternship@mass.gov.
General program requirements
In order to qualify, the student must be:
- At least the minimum age required by federal, state or local laws and employment standards;
- A U.S. citizen, or appropriate employment authorization documentation;
- A student enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree-seeking student;
- Able to produce a letter of verification from your educational institution showing proof of enrollment.
- Able to complete and sign CORI paperwork, including:
Current Openings
There are no current openings at this time. Check back regularly to learn about new opportunities.
Local Health Internship Program, Division of Epidemiology (Summer Only)
Summer 2025 Program
Summer 2025 Local Health Internship Program applications are closed. Please check back in February, 2026 for next summer's opportunities.
“I felt that my experience in the internship program aligned with my expectations. The program was explained well, and I had the experience I had hoped for. I was impressed by the shadowing and mentoring opportunities made available to the interns, which exceeded my expectations. They helped me build connections and increase my knowledge of public health in Massachusetts, furthering my interest in a career as an epidemiologist.”
- Allison Noronha, Mansfield Health Department, 2024 Cohort
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High School Opportunities
Outbreak!
Outbreak! is a FREE program open to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in learning about a variety of public health topics and careers. This interactive experience will have additional opportunities for students to expand their interests in person through optional tours and events.
Explore the world of public health with Outbreak!
Learn more and find out how to apply on the Public Health Museum's website.