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Viral Hepatitis Intern (College)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Department of Health has an excellent Intern opportunity for a student interested in public health, epidemiology, or infectious disease prevention to gain practical experience while supporting our mission to enhance the health and well-being of all Americans, by providing for effective health and human services and by fostering sound, sustained advances in the sciences underlying medicine, public health, and social services. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting and are eager to contribute to public service, explore this opportunity and submit your application today!  


 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This internship will concentrate on the examination of perinatal hepatitis cases and the provision of care linkage information for pediatric practices. Additionally, responsibilities will encompass outreach to pediatric offices to identify infants who were exposed to Hepatitis C at birth, supplying essential resources and information to these practices, documenting health information, monitoring linkage to care efforts, and assisting with tasks such as database management and data entry.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

 

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 

  • This internship will start in January 2025 and will continue for up to one year. 
  • Flexible hours, approximately 15 to 20 hours per week (20 is the maximum).
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

 

QUALIFICATIONS
Internship Requirements:

  • Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor’s degree or advanced degree program. 
  • Good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher)
  • Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university


 

Additional Requirements:

  • This position requires possession of a valid Class C non-commercial driver's license that is not under suspension
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


Preferred Qualification (not required):

  • Graduate students preferred 

How to Apply: 

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
     
  • This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.


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Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 
 

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.