Environmental Health Internship: 2026 spring term (Jan. 15 - May 1)

Overview

The Environmental Health program in the Center for Public Health Policy offers interns an opportunity to work on priority issues impacting the public’s health, including environmental health systems, water quality and security, environmental justice and health equity.  More information about the Environmental Health program can be found by visiting our website: https://apha.org/topics-and-issues/environmental-health.   This is an US-based internship, and candidates must be able to work in the US during the internship.  APHA internships are unpaid and located in Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

Interns complete research on issues, conduct literature reviews, develop fact sheets, support outreach and communication to public health professionals, and contribute content to the Environmental Health web pages and social media. In addition, interns are provided opportunities to participate in relevant briefings, meetings and webinars, as well as interact with APHA leadership and members.   All APHA interns also work on the Association’s Get Ready campaign, writing blog posts and working on group projects each semester.

Qualifications

Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible for unpaid APHA internships. The internships at APHA are extremely beneficial to those seeking to acquire practical work experience in the above-mentioned areas. Candidates should also have: - Excellent written and oral communication skills; - Research and analysis experience; - Strong interest in environmental health issues; - Ability to work independently as well as in group settings.   Applicants who meet the requirements and are interested in being considered for an internship position should upload the following information: - Cover letter; - Resume; - A writing sample; - Unofficial transcript; and - List of two references (from two individuals who know you well enough to discuss your qualifications, e.g., an employer or professor).   This is an US-based internship, and candidates must be able to work in the US during the internship.  APHA internships are unpaid and located in Washington, D.C.  Hybrid or remote options are available.   Vaccination Policy: Interns must adhere to APHA COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Policy.   Deadline date:    October 6, 2025 @5 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time)   EEO/AA/VETS/DISABILITY.  APHA is strongly and actively committed to diversity in its workplace.