APHA career and job website
Check out "how to get your first public health job" and more
Embarking on a career in public health offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community well-being. To support your journey to a first job or a new one, we've compiled a list of public health organizations and resources that provide job listings, professional development and networking opportunities in the public health sector.
Public Health CareerMart – This APHA resource includes a career learning center, coaching, resume writing tips, job search and more to help you build and manage your career.
PHERN - Early Career Professionals - How-to Toolkit includes a section on How to Get Your First Public Health Job with links to many job boards and resources on resumes, interviews, etc. (This is for more than just first jobs.)
PublicHealthJobs.org – A comprehensive job board dedicated to careers in public health, connecting job seekers with employers in government, nonprofits, academia, and the private sector.
PublicHealthCareers.org – An ASTHO initiative offering a user-friendly platform to explore careers in governmental public health agencies nationwide.
Resume Writing Resources
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PublicHealth.org Resume Guide: A detailed guide on crafting standout public health resumes, highlighting the importance of tailoring your resume to specific job descriptions and showcasing relevant skills and accomplishments.
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MPH Online Resume Writing for Public Health: Offers guidance on preparing effective public health resumes, emphasizing the significance of outlining accomplishments, skills, and professional experience tailored to each position.
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Resume Genius Public Health Resume Samples: Provides examples and tips for writing public health resumes that capture employers' attention, emphasizing the demonstration of both hard and soft skills pertinent to the field.
Skill-Building Resources
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Public Health Training Centers: A network established to provide training, education, and workforce development for individuals in the public health sector, aiming to improve competencies and skills across the United States.
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TRAIN.org – A national learning network that provides access to thousands of free and low-cost public health and healthcare training courses for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills. (Including Secrets of the Government Job Search: How to Apply for Local & State Health Department Jobs)
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PublicHealthCareers.org Resources: Offers a collection of materials designed to assist public health professionals in recruiting and retaining a skilled workforce, promoting excellence in public health practice.
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PH-HERO Workforce Resource Center: A curated collection of resources addressing moral injury, burnout, culture of care, and retention for public health professionals, supporting resilience and opportunity within the workforce.
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Big Interview: APHA provides members with free access to Big Interview, which combines training and practice to help improve your interview technique, whether you're interviewing for a job or school admission. Tools include mock interview practice and recording, job search curriculum and resume design.
Employment Opportunities
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APHA’s CareerMart: Features public health jobs around the country and international, along with the ability to create job alerts.
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Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) Careers: Offers a comprehensive job bank tailored to state and territorial health agencies, facilitating connections between job seekers and potential employers.
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National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Career Center: Features job postings from local health departments nationwide, serving as a valuable resource for those seeking roles in community health.
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Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) Opportunities: Lists career and volunteer openings aimed at enhancing the quality and performance of public health departments.
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StaffUP - ASTHO: A program in partnership with Wanderly, designed to facilitate rapid recruitment for governmental public health agencies seeking public health and healthcare professionals.
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Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) Job Board: Provides job listings and career resources specifically for epidemiology professionals.
Government sites/resources
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https://virginiahasjobs.com
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https://response.maryland.gov/federalpublicservants/
- https://does.dc.gov/page/resources-impacted-federal-workers
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Summer and Fall Internships, Application dates are approaching!
Register for PBHL 470/471, Public Health major requirement
The deadline to apply for summer 2025 and fall 2025 internships for PBHL 470 or PBHL 471 is soon approaching! The summer internship application deadline is April 15, and the Fall internship application deadline is May 15. All students who intend to complete an internship for PBHL 470 (6 credits) or 471 (3 credits) MUST apply. Students have the option to also apply for internship positions with our internal partners or to apply to internships on their own.
Steps to apply for a PBHL Internship:
1. Attend an orientation session! This is an optional, in-person meeting at the beginning of the semester before application. Orientation sessions for summer and fall 2025 were held in February. Look for emails from the program in mid-August to register for an orientation session for internships in Spring 2026. Those sessions will be held in the first two weeks of September.
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Review the information on our website! All pertinent information is kept
on the website, and it can answer most of your questions if you can't attend an orientation session. You will also find a link to our list of local internship opportunities and the link to apply for internal internships and PBHL 470/471.
3. Set up a Handshake account with the UMBC Career Center! Handshake will also give you access to external internship opportunities. The Career Center offers many resources that are useful for prospective interns.
4. Attend a resume review session with the UMBC Career Center! The Career Center offers several ways to review your resume and cover letter, practice internship interviews, and get other tips and tricks (and sometimes even professional clothing) to help you get interview-ready.
5. Apply to internal and external internships! Review our list, the Career Center list, and other sites for internships. Remember, your internship must allow you to work at least 208 hours over the semester (104 hours for PBHL 471), include professional duties that would typically require a bachelor's degree, and include a semester-long project that you can present at the end of the semester. You must also be able to register for PBHL 470 or 471 during the semester you complete your internship hours.
6. Receive permission to register for PBHL 470 or 471 and register! Once you have a confirmed internship and contact Professor Birger with that information, you will receive permission to register for PBHL 470 or 471. Students will not receive permission without a confirmed internship. Students will register for PRAC 098 with the Career Center concurrently. This is a no-cost, no-credit class that includes professional development activities.
Students can
set up an appointment with Professor Birger if they have additional questions. If there are no appointments available, that means she is booked for the next two weeks. Check back often as new appointments open every day. Minors are not able to take PBHL 470/471, but we encourage you to explore internships as well!
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