Newborn Screening Data Analysis & Procedure Development Intern

Newborn Screening Program: Data Analysis & Procedure Development Intern
Organization: South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH)
Division: Newborn Screening 
Location: Columbia, SC (On-Site depending on program needs)
Position Type: Part-Time Internship (20 hours/week)
Compensation:

• Undergraduate: $15/hour
• Graduate: $20/hour
  Pay is commensurate with education and experience.

Position Summary:

The South Carolina Department of Public Health’s Newborn Screening Program is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to support key operational and analytical tasks. This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public health programming, data analysis, and documentation development while contributing to efforts that directly impact the health of South Carolina’s newborns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and formal documentation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Newborn Screening Follow-Up Program
• Conduct detailed data analysis related to newborn screening follow-up activities using advanced Microsoft Excel functions
• Build and manage complex Excel spreadsheets, including creating dashboards, pivot tables, and graphs
• Analyze, interpret, and visualize data to inform program decisions and improve reporting
• Collaborate with program staff to understand workflow and documentation needs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate program in Public Health, Biological Sciences, Health Informatics, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, charting, and data manipulation)
• Excellent written communication and technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail
• Graduate students are strongly preferred due to the technical demands of the role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Public Health, Biological Sciences, Health Informatics, or a related field

Additional Information:

• Internship is part-time (20 hours/week), with flexible scheduling available based on academic commitments
• Interns will receive mentorship from experienced public health professionals
• This opportunity is ideal for students interested in public health operations, data analysis, health policy, or laboratory services

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a completed DPH application through Handshake. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the posting deadline of August 15.