Houston Health Department Internships

Houston Health Department internships help you gain knowledge, skills, and experience relevant to your career path while making important professional connections.

Internship Areas

We offer internships throughout the year in these exciting areas:

Public Health, Planning, Monitoring, and Public Policy Development

• Epidemiology

• Community health statistics

• Staff training and development

• Health planning

• Public health practice

Health and Clinic Services

• HIV/ STD prevention

• Family planning

• Immunization clinics

• Dental services

• Health administration

Environmental Health Services

• Bureau of Air Quality Control

• Consumer health services

• Occupational health

Support Services

• Health promotion and education

• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

• Area Agency on Aging

• Public health preparedness

How long do internships last?

Full-and part-time internships are available throughout the year. Specific dates and times are arranged directly with your supervisor.

What are some of my responsibilities?

Interns perform a variety of functions important to the department’s success, including:

• Providing research topics

• Creating resource lists for outreach

• Writing materials for policy development and change

• Participating in public health training

• Participating in community outreach

• Assisting in monitoring air and water quality

Can I get credit for my class?

• Yes, your supervisor will work with you for the appropriate class credit.

What are the qualifications to be an intern?

• You should demonstrate sincere interest in your work by asking questions, taking initiative, being reliable, and working well with your colleagues.