Epidemiology Intern (College)

Are you interested in using your communication, collaboration, and data analysis skills to advance public health? If so, apply to become part of the Division of Healthcare Associated Infection Prevention (HAIP) as an Infection Prevention Intern. This rewarding internship gives you the opportunity to assist the HAIP Outbreak Response and MDRO Prevention Teams combat multi-drug resistant organisms (MDROs) across PA!

This paid internship is open to all current public health students in Pennsylvania (master's level or higher, is preferred). Knowledge of SAS or R coding is preferred.

As an Epidemiology Intern, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with the HAIP MDRO Prevention and Outbreak Response teams to design and complete a descriptive analysis of reported HAI-related data in PA, including the use of data from the PA electronic disease surveillance system (PA-NEDSS) and the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN). This analysis will help inform the planning of future HAIP outbreak and prevention projects within Pennsylvania. Work includes, but may not be limited to:

• Conducting routine surveillance activities using PA-NEDSS
• Partnering with HAIP Outbreak Response Team to assist with investigation of a case or clusters of emerging and high-concern pathogens across PA
• Participating in healthcare facility site visits with HAIP Outbreak Response and MDRO Prevention Teams
• Supporting HAIP staff to develop themes and concepts for fact sheets, infographics, and social media campaigns that align with PA DOH Communication standards to promote team activities
  

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Internship
• 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.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor's degree program or higher.
• Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher).
• Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university.

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Successful completion of a bachelor's degree program

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).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• 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.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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.