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AcademyHealth
Health Services Research Impact Award
All
Graduate Student; Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid Winner receives $2,000 award stipend
AcademyHealth seeks nominations of health services research that has made a positive impact on health policy and/or practice. The winning researcher will be awarded a monetary award and their research will be highly disseminated.
AcademyHealth
Intern, Changes in Health Care Financing & Organization (HCFO) Last updated: 2/25/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Paid $10/hour; 12-16 hours per week Summer 2009 with possible extension to Fall
The intern would contribute to a foundation-sponsored research and dissemination program examining major changes in health care financing and organization with implications for public policy issues. Intern would perform a variety of web-related activities; update and maintain data in the association management database; write summaries for program newsletter; and perform range of administrative tasks
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Individual Awards for Postdoctoral Fellows Last updated: 8/5/2008
Varies
Post-Doctoral
Paid Stipends vary by experience, tuition may be offset up to $3,000 1-3 years
For postdoctoral health professionals pursuing academic training and/or research experience in applying research methods to analysis and evaluation of health care services.
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Grants for Health Services Research Dissertation
Varies
Graduate Student
Paid Up to $35,000 funding 9-17 months
Supports dissertation research that addresses mission of AHRQ - quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans.
AHRQ NRSA
Pre- and Postdoctoral Training Program Last updated: 12/11/2007
North Carolina
Graduate Student; Post-Doctoral
Paid Stipend based on experience 2 years
The predoctoral program concentrates on submission and completion of dissertation proposals. The postdoctoral program provides advanced, specialized training in the methods of health services research.
AIDS Action
Pedro Zamora Public Policy Fellowship Last updated: 2/20/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid 8-26 weeks
Fellows assist in researching a variety of public health and civil rights issues related to HIV prevention, treatment and care. Responsibilities include monitoring congressional legislation and votes, preparation of briefing materials, and general office administration.
AIDS Action Committee
Summer Development Internship
Massachusetts
Undergraduate Student
Unpaid 8 week summer program
The intern works with team to secure and expand financial resources for AIDS Action's prevention, client services, and policy advocacy programs.
AIDS Action Committee
Housing Advocacy Internship
Massachusetts
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid 1 semester-1 year
The intern researches potential housing sources and helps clients find housing.
AIDS Action Committee
Communications/PR/Marketing Internship
Massachusetts
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid 1 semester-1 year
The intern writes and edits materials for the Marketing and Communications Department.
AIDS Action Committee
Design Internship
Massachusetts
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid 1 semester-1 year
The intern develops event materials, online publications, and health outreach materials for the Communications team.
AIDS Foundation of Chicago
Internship Program
Chicago, Illinois
Undergraduate Student
Paid Monthly stipend of $200 and academic credit can be arranged Varies
Interns assist the policy advocacy team on work that includes lobbying and public policy advocacy, community organizing and education, and consensus building around issues related to HIV/AIDS prevention and care.
AIDS Health Project
Post-Baccalaureate Internship Program
California
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unspecified Monthly housing stipend of $800 Varies
Intern will be trained as an AIDS health care advocate. Interns gain exposure to public health, non-profit management and social service.
Albert Schweitzer Fellowship Program
US Fellowship Program
Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, New Hampshire, Vermont, North Carolina or Pittsburgh
Graduate Student
Paid Stipend of $2000 1 year
For graduate students in health-related professional fields who are dedicated to addressing unmet health needs in their local areas. Headquartered at Harvard University, there are local programs in various U.S. cities.
Albert Schweitzer Fellowship Program
Schweitzer Lambarene Fellowship Last updated: 11/13/2008
Lambaréné, Gabon
Graduate Student
Unpaid Travel and housing expenses, academic credit may be arranged 3 months
Fellows work at the Schweitzer Hospital in Lambaréné, Gabon on clinical rotations in pediatrics, internal medicine, or surgery. Fellows must be medical students who have completed their third year and are fluent in French.
Alliance for Children and Families
Public Policy Internship Last updated: 4/1/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Semester
The intern will participate in lobbying activities, research federal legislation and related issues to child welfare, education, mental health and substance abuse.
Alliance for Health Reform
Internship Last updated: 7/29/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid A small stipend may be available, academic credit can be arranged Minimum period of 1 quarter
Participants work with policy professionals, congressional staffers, administrators, journalists, and others to gain better understanding of health care policy. Responsibilities include research, policy analysis, media list compilation, administrative duties, and web page updates.
American Association for the Advancement of Science
Science and Technology Policy Fellowships Program
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Salaries range from $67-87K 1 year
Scientists and engineers of all career stages are placed in one of nearly 15 federal government agencies or 30 congressional offices to learn about and contribute to federal policy making.
American Association of Colleges and Osteopathic Medicine, and American Osteopathic Association
Osteopathic Health Policy Intern Program Last updated: 8/5/2008
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid $3,500 stipend, housing and local travel provided 2 months
Interns should be current osteopathic students. Interns meet with federal agency officials and attend health policy hearings on Capitol Hill, meetings, conferences, and colloquia. Complete a research paper based on policy.
American College of Clinical Pharmacy, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, and Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy
Pharmacy Healthcare Policy Fellow Program Last updated: 8/27/2008
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Stipend, moving allowance, professional travel, and health insurance provided 1 year
Fellows work in a Congressional office as a legislative aide on policy issues affecting healthcare for 10 months on the government affairs staff of the sponsoring pharmacy organizations for 2 months.
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
The National Research Initiative Fellowships
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid Stipends negotiated on individual basis 9-12 months
Applicants should be engaged in dissertation research on economics, political and social science, law, or public policy. Fellows spend roughly half of the fellowship conducting research for an AEI scholar, and the rest dedicated to finishing dissertation or independent research.
American Friends Service Committee
Sam Cox Youth Internship
California
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid Stipend of $2,000 8 weeks
The intern works with the San Francisco chapter of the AFSC designing and implementing a project related to HIV/AIDS concerns.
American Medical Association
Government Relations Advocacy Fellowship Last updated: 12/8/2009
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid Monthly stipend of $3,300 1 year
The Fellow works with the AMA's federal advocacy team to advance a legislative agenda. The Fellow also educates AMA members about issues in public health and health policy.
American Medical Association
Government Relations Internship Program Last updated: 12/8/2009
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid Stipend of $2,500 6 to 8 week summer program
This program provides stipends to assist medical students who are completing health policy internships. Participants attend weekly seminars at the AMA's office.
American Medical Student Association
End of Life Education Fellowship Program
Chicago, IL and Fort Lauderdale, FL
Graduate Student
Paid Living stipend provided 6 week summer program
Medical students work in a hospital setting to gain experience with end of life care issues. Fellows participate in seminar discussions and hands-on care experiences.
American Medical Student Association
Presidential Internship on Research and National Priorities
Reston, Virginia
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Free housing, academic credit can be arranged 4-8 weeks
Interns gain policy and organizing experience by researching and preparing written documents on AMSA's policy priority areas. Applicant should have strong writing skills, an ability to work independently, and commitment to the issue.
American Medical Student Association
Mabelle Arole Fellowship Last updated: 4/27/2009
Jamkhed, India
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student; Professional
Paid Stipend of $8,000 1 year
This fellowship is for an applicant who has been accepted to medical school but has not begun yet. The intern will work at the Comprehensive Rural Health Project and learn the processes of community-based health programming.
American Medical Student Association
Harm Reduction Internship Last updated: 2/25/2009
Washington DC
Unpaid Housing available
This intern would provide logistical support and independent creative energy to the immediate objectives of the Harm Reduction working group. The intern would participate in bi-monthly conference calls and work closely with two co-organizers from the AIDS Advocacy Network, as well as with the Director of Student Programming. For more information contact Merrian Brooks at themaiden7@gmail.com.
American Psychological Association
Minority Fellowship Program
Varies
Graduate Student
Paid Stipend varies with federal funding rates Up to 3 years
Supports the career of early doctoral recipients in psychology or neuroscience who have primary interests in research, delivery of services or policy related to substance abuse and its relationship with the mental well being of ethnic minorities. Racial/ethnic minorities especially encouraged to apply.
American Psychological Association/American Psychological Foundation
William A. Bailey Congressional Fellowship
Washington DC
Post-Doctoral
Paid $60,000-$75,000 based on experience 1 year
Fellow works as a special legislative assistant on the staff of a member of Congress. Applicants must have a special interest in health issues.
American Public Health Association
American Public Health Association's Public Health Fellowship in Government Last updated: 6/19/2009
Washington DC
Post-Doctoral
Paid $65,000 plus travel costs 1 year
For candidates with strong public health credentials who wish to work in a congressional office on legislative and policy issues related to health and the environment. All candidates must have a graduate degree in a public health discipline plus 5 years of experience in a public health setting. 2009 deadline: 6/22
American Public Health Association
Government Relations Intern
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unspecified 3-4 months
The intern will provide assistance in research, advocacy initiatives, coalition building and the development of advocacy materials.
amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research
Health Policy Intern Last updated: 7/10/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Usually not compensated, although stipends may be available in some circumstances Can last a semester or a year, can be full or part-time
Internship is located in Public Policy Office of amFAR. Please send a resume with relevant coursework, a description of exposures to public health and medicine, experience and/or interest in HIV/AIDS, SAT and/or MCAT scores, GPA, a writing sample, along with a brief description of your interest in the job to Yi-An Ko at Yi-An.Ko@amfar.org. For more information, please call Yi-An Ko at (202) 331-8600.
Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies
Fellowships Last updated: 8/5/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unspecified Stipend of $20,000 9 months
Applicants should have a commitment to the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities and plans to pursue a public policy career. Fellows work in the office of a congressional member or a congressional committee.
Association for Prevention Teaching and Research
Paul Ambrose Scholars Program Last updated: 1/3/2008
Varies
Graduate Student
Unpaid
The Scholars Program provides scholarships for students to attend a three-day leadership symposium and conduct a funded community-based health education project.
Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations
Hepatitis B Policy Fellowship Last updated: 2/9/2009
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Stipend up to $75,000 plus benefits, based upon years of advanced experience. 1 year
A prospective fellow must demonstrate professional experience and competence in hepatitis B advocacy, financing and/or clinical services. Fellows must also demonstrate significant interest in public policy and activities of the Legislative branch and exemplify strong interest in applying knowledge to crafting and driving targeted policies to reduce the burden of hepatitis B amongst AAPI community. Inquiries and applications should be directed to hepBfellow@aapcho.org.
Association of Health Professions Minority Schools/CDC
Dr. James A. Ferguson Fellowship Program Last updated: 1/3/2008
Atlanta, GA
Graduate Student
Paid Stipend of $4,000 8 weeks
This professional development program for racial and ethnic minority students exposes students to research opportunities at the National Center for Infectious Diseases/CDC.
Association of Schools of Public Health
Internship and Fellowship Program Last updated: 9/23/2009
Varies
Graduate Student
Paid Varies depending on experience and program Varies
The ASPH offers a variety of internships and fellowships in conjunction with the CDC, HRSA and the Environmental Protection Agency. Fellows must be students or graduates of a ASPH member school of public health. Program foci include public health preparedness, epidemiology and minority health.
Association of Schools of Public Health/CDC
Allan Rosenfield Global Health Fellowship Program Last updated: 2/5/2010
Varies
Graduate Student
Paid $35,370 1 year
Fellows spend one year in either the Global AIDS Program or Global Immunization Division field offices in Africa, Asia, or the Caribbean. Fellows gain experience in design, coordination, implementation and evaluation of locally relevant public health training programs.
Association of Teachers of Preventive Medicine
Fellowships at the CDC Last updated: 8/5/2008
Atlanta, GA
Graduate Student; Professional
Paid 1-2 years
Fellows gain leadership experience in public health practice and policy, access to state-of-the-art technology and national databases, and will train with leading experts in the field of preventive medicine and public health.
Association of University Programs in Health Administration
David Winston Fellowship
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid Monthly stipend of $3,425 1 year
Fellows spend 3 months visiting various centers of current health policy development at a national level, then pursue a personal interest project with the guidance of an advisory committee.
Best Practices Foundation in correlation with The Deshpande Foundation
Deshpande Foundation Junior Fellows Program Last updated: 8/5/2008
Hubli, India
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student; Professional
Paid Round trip airfare, housing, meals June-early September
The fellow will design and establish a monitoring and evaluation system for BPF’s work with quarry workers in Mandihal Village. They will also be establishing a baseline for impact assessment. Please submit CV to Robert@deshpandefoundation.org by May 6.
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Deland Fellowship Program
Massachusetts
Professional
Paid Salary with benefits, commensurate with experience 12 months
Interns participate in project-based learning guided by senior management with a focus on bridging medicine and management.
Brigham and Women's Hospital/ Harvard Humanitarian Initiative
Global Women's Health Fellowship Last updated: 6/22/2009
Massachusetts
Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid 2 years
This multi-disciplinary fellowship offers mentorship in the social, environmental, cultural and political context of global women's health. Fellows pursue an MPH from the Harvard School of Public Health. Contact HCranmer@Parters.org for information.
Broward Regional Health Planning Council (BRHPC)
Public Health Leadership Development Internship Program Last updated: 1/7/2009
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Graduate Student; Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid Based on skills, abilities and knowledge
Applicants must submit one academic reference and one professional reference; a cover letter describing interest and qualifications; a detailed resume and salary history; two writing samples and internship availability to BRHPCInternship@BRHPC.org.
California Budget Project
Internship Program
California
Graduate Student
Paid Salary based on experience Part time basis during school year, full time in the summer
Interns participate in analysis of state tax and budget policies and in public education efforts.
California Health Care Foundation
Health Care Leadership Program
Professional
Unpaid 2 years
Applicants must be clinically trained health care professionals. Fellows participate in a series of seminars on management and quality improvement.
California Newsreel
Outreach Intern Last updated: 9/30/2008
California
Paid 3 months, Oct. - Dec. 2008
In April 2008, California Newsreel released the documentary film Unnatural Causes for national PBS broadcast and on DVD. More than 6,000 copies have been distributed and more than 10,000 screenings have been held. The Outreach Intern will administer a web-based survey using an existing database, analyze the survey data and produce a preliminary report of the findings.
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Post-Doctoral Fellowships in Health Equity Research Last updated: 5/18/2009
Toronto
Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid Up to $50,000 per year Two years
The Centre for Research on Inner City Health (www.crich.ca) at St. Michaels Hospital (A University of Toronto teaching hospital) will launch a new post-doctoral training program focused on interventions research and partner-engaged research to reduce inner city health disparities. For more information on the fellowship and how to apply, email murphyke@smh.toronto.on.ca/
Cancer Research UK
Policy Development Intern (Tobacco Control) Last updated: 11/24/2009
London, UK
Unspecified
Support group's efforts, including development and implementation of internal and external tobacco control policies, working with partner organisations to influence government policies at Westminster, Wales, Scotland and the EU, and also influencing other stakeholders.
Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
Prevention Research Educational Postdoctoral Training Program (PREP)
Cleveland, OH
Post-Doctoral
Unspecified 2-3 years
Fellows conduct research on behavioral aspects of cancer prevention, detection and control.
CDC, Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention (DHAP)
DHAP/ORISE Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship for HIV Prevention in Communities of Color Last updated: 11/6/2008
Atlanta, GA
Post-Doctoral
Paid $56,478/yr - $76,720/yr 2 years
The mission of this fellowship program is to recruit, mentor, and train investigators to conduct domestic HIV/AIDS prevention research in communities of color.
Center for American Progress
Domestic Policy Internship Last updated: 8/5/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid Stipend and transportation subsidy provided 3 months
Interns participate in research, writing, web-based projects, administrative tasks and organizing conferences and events. Deadline: August 14
Center for Economic and Policy Research
Fall Research and Outreach Intern
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid $1,070 monthly plus up to $200 monthly for health insurance 3 months
The intern assists with a variety of research, outreach, and communications activities related to domestic policy.
Center for Food Safety
Internship Last updated: 5/6/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid $10/hr 3+ months
Interns perform research, data entry and help with public outreach efforts in helping ensure food safety and environmental protection.
Center for Medicare Advocacy, INC
Health Policy Internships Last updated: 8/5/2008
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid Academic credit can be arranged during the school year Varies
Interns work on projects related to Medicare, Medicaid, nursing home quality and related issues concerning access to high quality healthcare. Responsibilities include attendance at hearings on Capitol Hill, participation in coalition meetings and assisting with research for publications.
Center for Progressive Leadership
New Leaders Program
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Paid Summer
This program helps college students get internships at progressive organizations. There is a focus on students who are women or people of color.
Center for Reproductive Rights
Domestic and International Legal Program Internship
Varies
Graduate Student
Unpaid Summer
Open to law students interested in litigation, policy analysis, legal research and public education improving reproductive health.
Center for Science in the Public Interest
Public Interest Internship Program Last updated: 8/26/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid $8.25/hour - $9.25/hour 10 weeks
Applicants should have strong interest in public policy, advocacy, or legal affairs. Multiple internship openins, including in areas of nutrition and public policy and food safety. Interns assist with research, tracking legislation, and preparing documents. Submit resume, writing sample, references, transcript.
Center for Science in the Public Interest
Public Interest Internship Program Last updated: 8/5/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid $7.00 an hour for undergraduates, $8.00 for graduate students 10 weeks
Interns will work on the Nutrition and Public Policy project related to nutrition education, health care reform and contamination of food. Interns will research issues, write reports and track legislation.
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Internship
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Summer, Fall, or Spring Terms
Interns gain experience in public policy with research, writing, and program development.
Center for the Advancement of Health
Kellogg Health Scholars Program Last updated: 9/16/2009
Varies
Post-Doctoral
Paid $63,000 annually with a research fund of up to $10,000 2 years
Fellows choose either the Community-Disparities track or the Multidisciplinary-Disparities track. Fellows conduct research independently and meet once a year at a network meeting/workshop.
Center for the Advancement of Health
Fellows in Health Policy Research
Varies
Graduate Student
Paid Financial support for graduate programs and dissertation research 5 years
This program supports minority students pursuing their doctoral degree in health policy.
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
Internship Program
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid Varies based on education Varies
Intern assists in researching, preparing, and distributing analyses on how various legislative proposals would affect families, the federal budget, and states.
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
State Policy Fellowship Program Last updated: 11/20/2009
Multiple locations throughout U.S.A.
Graduate Student
Paid Base salary of $45,000 to $50,000 per year 2 years
Candidates should have interest in state fiscal policy and commitment to improving welfare of low- and moderate-income households. Responsibilities include research and analysis on state budget, tax, and low-income issues; produce reports and materials for policymakers, journalists, advocates.
Applications due by January 15, 2010.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Physical Activity Fellow Last updated: 7/9/2008
All
Post-Doctoral
Paid Based on qualifications 1 year
The fellow will participate in various project teams working on projects focused on how the built environment is related to various health outcomes, with an emphasis on physical activity.
Submit resume and cover letter to Candace Rutt, PhD, at crutt@cdc.gov by 8/29/08.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Epidemic Intelligence Service
Varies
Professional
Paid $39,000 to $82,000 annually depending on experience 2 years
Officers work at health departments and government agencies across the country conducting epidemiologic investigations, research and surveillance.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Steven M. Teutsch Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Prevention Effectiveness and Health Economics
Atlanta, GA
Post-Doctoral
Paid Salary and benefits commensurate with other government positions 2 years
Fellows participate in seminars, training and intensive research to complete specially designed research projects.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The CDC Experience Last updated: 10/15/2009
Atlanta, GA
Graduate Student
Paid Stipend provided for living expenses 10-12 months
One-year fellowship tailored for rising 3rd and 4th year medical students, designed to increase the pool of physicians with a population health perspective. Fellows carry out epidemiologic analyses in various areas of public health.
Children Now
Summer Health Policy Internship Last updated: 4/1/2008
California
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid 10-12 weeks
The intern will contribute to the organization's efforts to insure all children in California have access to health care by focusing on their participation in the 100% Campaign.
Children's Defense Fund
Health Division Internship
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unspecified Summer program
Interns will assist staff by conducting surveys of state health agencies, collecting and analyzing health policy information and attending related government and advocacy group meetings.
Children's Defense Fund
Child Welfare and Mental Health Fellowship
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Unspecified Summer program
Interns will assist in surveying, researching and cataloging initiatives designed to keep children safe.
Choice USA
Choice USA Internship Last updated: 6/22/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Paid Three months
Choice USA interns conduct substantial projects in the areas of field, communications, and development. Internships available February-April, September-November, or June-August.
Civitas: Institute for the Study of Civil Society
Internship in health policy Last updated: 11/24/2009
United Kingdom
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unspecified 4-6 weeks
Intern will help with a literature review of the purchaser/provider split in the National Health Service.
Clinton Foundation
Internship Program
Varies
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unspecified Need based stipends available 3 months
Internship positions available in both the administrative offices in New York, the HIV/AIDS program and the Clinton Presidential Center in Arkansas. Interns may apply to work on policy, communications, administration, media relations or other program areas of the foundation.
Colorado Consumer Health Initiative
Field Internship Last updated: 12/11/2007
Denver, CO
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Spring
Interns will help with organizing and planning various events and forums aimed at increasing health care access in Colorado.
Colorado Consumer Health Initiative
Policy Internship Last updated: 12/11/2007
Denver, CO
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Spring
Interns will research legislative bills and help with other policy tasks aimed at increasing health care access in Colorado.
Columbia University
Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program Last updated: 2/2/2009
All
Professional
Paid Stipend 9-12 months
Opportunity for professionals in health and aging to receive the experience and skills necessary to make a positive contribution to the development and implementation of health policies that affect older Americans.
Deadline: April 15
Commonwealth Fund
Harkness Fellowship in Healthcare Policy
Varies
Professional
Paid Up to $95,000 plus travel expenses. 1 year
Mid-career health services researchers and practitioners from Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom conduct original research in the U.S. with American health policy experts.
Commonwealth Fund
Packer Policy Fellowships, Australian-American Health Policy Fellowships Program Last updated: 7/18/2008
Australia
Professional
Paid Varies 6-10 months
Mid-career U.S. health policy researchers and practitioners spend time in Australia conducting original research and working with leading Australian health policy experts on issues relevant to both countries. Deadline: August 15
Commonwealth Fund
Ian Axford Fellowships in Public Policy
New Zealand
Professional
Paid Varies depending on leave status of fellows 6 months
Mid-career American professionals study, travel, and gain practical experience in public policy in New Zealand, including firsthand knowledge of economic, social, and political reforms and management of the government sector.
Commonwealth Fund and Harvard University
Fellowship in Minority Health Policy Last updated: 9/10/2009
Massachusetts
Professional
Paid $50,000 stipend, full tuition, related program expenses and health insurance provided 1 year
Prepares physicians for leadership roles in minority health/public health policy. Full graduate program incorporates training in health policy, public health, and administration, site visits, and faculty mentoring.
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
Louis Stokes Urban Health Policy Fellowship Last updated: 6/15/2009
Washington DC
Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid Stipend of $40,000, health and dental insurance provided 1 year
Fellows receive health policy training while working in a CBC Member’s personal and committee office. Fellows also participate in an academic program consisting of seminars, research papers and mentoring.
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
Congressional Fellows Program Last updated: 4/14/2009
Washington DC
Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid $40,000, with benefits 1 year
Fellows work in a congressional office, attend leadership development seminars, complete a community service project and produce a policy research paper.
Congressional Budget Office
Health Policy Intern Last updated: 8/5/2008
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid Varies based on academic level and related experience. Summer, semester, or year-long
The intern provides senior analysts with spreadsheet and statistical analyses, graphics, literature reviews, and other research assistance.
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Congressional Internship
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Paid Gross stipend of $2,000, round-trip transportation and housing included 8 week summer program
The interns work in the offices of U.S. representatives while participating in leadership development sessions and community service.
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Public Policy Fellowship Program
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid Monthly stiped of $2,200 without a graduate degree and $2,500 with a graduate degree, roundtrip travel to DC and health insurance provided 9 months
Fellows work in a wide range of policy areas and are placed in congressional offices, federal agencies, Washington-based media, national advocacy organizations, and government-related institutions.
Council on Foreign Relations
Intern-Global Health
New York
Undergraduate Student
Paid Fall
The intern works to organize and run the daily activities of the global health office. Responsibilities include research, fact checking, and administrative tasks.
Council on Foreign Relations
Global Health Fall Internship Last updated: 9/30/2009
New York
Undergraduate Student
Unspecified
Intern will provide administrative support for Global Health Program, assist with research for upcoming meetings and forthcoming book.
CUNY Institute for Health Equity
Research Fellow Last updated: 10/28/2009
New York
Professional
Unspecified
Work directly with Institute director to develop research projects
and programs; formulate and contribute to proposals for funding; assist on research activities; coordinate planning and organization of research forums and symposia.
Minimum Masters Degree and 2-3 years of experience in health equity and social justice or related field.
Submit c.v., cover letter, 2 references to:
Marcy Lopez, MPH
Assistant Program Director
CUNY Institute for Health Equity
mlopez@cunyhealthequity.org
Drug Policy Alliance
Graduate & Undergraduate Legislative Affairs Internship Program Last updated: 2/20/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
All Graduate students receive $1,200 stipend; undergrads are unpaid Part-time positions available in fall, winter and spring
Drug Policy Alliance, the country's leading independent drug policy reform organization, seeks one graduate and up to two undergraduate interns each semester in their Washington, D.C., legislative affairs office. Interns will work closely with staff to research policy issues, develop issue briefs, analyze federal legislation and assist with administrative work.
Drug Policy Alliance
Public Policy Internship Last updated: 12/15/2008
California
Graduate Student
Must commit to work at least 8 hrs/wk during the spring or fall semesters or at least 20 hrs/wk (usually for 10 weeks) during the summer
The Office of Legal Affairs is looking for graduate public policy students who are interested in contributing to creating real alternatives to the war on drugs as part of a multi-disciplinary office team.
Duke University Sanford Institute of Public Policy and World Health Organization
Global Health Fellows Last updated: 10/6/2009
Geneva, Switzerland
Graduate Student
Unspecified July 5 -July 9, 2010
This course provides an overview of the forces of globalization shaping health in our world, with a particular emphasis on trade, intellectual property rights and health. Through seminars, case study discussions, and site visits, participants will gain an appreciation of the context and policy levers affecting health in a globalizing world.
Duke University, Sanford Institute of Public Policy
Duke Program on Global Policy and Goverance
Geneva, Switzerland
Graduate Student
Unpaid 8 week summer program
Fellows participate in an internship with an international policy institute in Geneva and attend an intensive weeklong class on a policy area of their choice.
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Policy and Communications Intern
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Unpaid university credit available summer, fall, or spring semester
Interns gain exposure to a wide variety of assignments with a focus on HIV/AIDS and children's health.
Evanston Community Foundation
Illinois Early Childhood Fellowship Last updated: 2/27/2009
Illinois
Professional
Paid $55,000 per year 2 years
Fellows work for two years in an organization in Illinois that addresses young children’s lives through policy development, advocacy, applied research, or broad planning. Fellowship is designed to offer hands-on, multi-layered education in what it takes to lead and promote good public policy and sound organizations for children. Applications due May 15, 2009.
Families USA
Online Advocacy Internship Last updated: 7/28/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid $7.00 per hour
The intern will work with staff to ensure that the Families USA Web site is current and useful to the national, state, and local organizations they work with.
Families USA
The Villers Fellowship for Health Care Justice
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Annual salary of $35,000 with benefits 1 year
Candidates work on their own and must mentor at least one person at some point over the course of their careers.
Families USA
The Wellstone Fellowship Last updated: 9/30/2008
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Annual stipend of $35,000, health benefits provided 1 year
Work on efforts to reach and mobilize communities of color on key health policy issues, such as Medicare, Medicaid, and universal coverage. Fellows should have a commitment to social justice and be of African, Latino, or Native American background
Families USA
Health Policy Department Internship Last updated: 7/28/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid $7.00 an hour Varies
Interns work closely with Health Policy Department staff on variety of activities, such as preparing reports, fact sheets, and media reports. Interns participate in regular seminars on key health policy issues and attend congressional hearings and policy briefings.
Federal Office of Personnel Management
Presidential Management Fellows
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid Salary in federal GS-9 grade, benefits, and student loan repayment plan 2 years
Fellows work in a federal government agency and gain exposure to the operations of the federal government, the agency's role in policy development, and experience on a specific policy issue.
Fogarty International Clinical Research Scholars & Fellos, Vanderbilt University
International Clinical Research Fellows (ICRF) Program Last updated: 11/25/2009
Post-Doctoral
Paid $45,000 (for U.S. Citizens/Permanent Residents) 1 year
The purpose of this program is to support a one-year, mentored research fellowship for clinical investigators studying diseases and conditions in developing countries and to build international health research capacity in the developing world.
Fogarty International Clinical Research Scholars Support Center, Vanderbilt University
International Clinical Research Fellows (ICRF) Program Last updated: 11/25/2009
Post-Doctoral
Paid $45,000 (for U.S. Citizen/Permanent Residents) 1 Year
The purpose of this program is to support a one-year, mentored research fellowship for clinical investigators studying diseases and conditions in developing countries and to build international health research capacity in the developing world.
Food & Water Watch
Research Internship Last updated: 2/5/2010
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Unspecified Minimum of 10 weeks; part-time and full-time positions available.
Research assistance to help craft reports, briefing papers, and articles for the general public, media, NGOs, elected officials and government agencies.
Food and Drug Administration
Office of Policy Internship
Rockville, Maryland
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Varies
The program gives the intern first-hand exposure to federal programs, policies, and practices.
Gay Men's Health Crisis
Internship Program
New York
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Varies
Interns may work in any of the GMHC's departments. Placements include the crisis hotline, public policy, communications or marketing interns.
Georgetown Law
Women's Law and Public Policy Fellowship Progam Last updated: 9/17/2009
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Stipend ~ $37,500 plus benefits 1 year
For public interest lawyers in the U.S. committed to advancing women's rights. Fellow works on women's issues with a public interest organization or governmental agency and participates in educational and professional development opportunities.
Georgetown Law
Leadership and Advocacy for Women in Africa Fellowship Last updated: 9/17/2009
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Tuition for Foundations of American Law and Legal Education Course and for LL.M. degree at Georgetown 14 months
Provides training to women's human rights lawyers from Africa who are committed to returning home to advance status of women and girls in their own countries.
Georgetown University Lombardi Cancer Center
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cancer Prevention and Control Last updated: 10/28/2009
Washington DC
Post-Doctoral
Paid 1-2 years
Interdisciplinary research division focusing on biobehavioral prevention and control among children, adolescents, and families affected by or at-risk for cancer.
Global AIDS Alliance
Internship Program
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Varies
Internships available in the policy and communications departments.
Harvard Center for Population and Development Studies
David E. Bell Fellowship Last updated: 11/6/2008
Massachusetts
Post-Doctoral
Paid 60,000/ year 1-2 years
Bell Fellows examine a broad range of critical issues in the field of population and development from multidisciplinary perspectives. Most will have interests that match the HCPDS's focal areas: social and environmental determinants of population health; migration and immigration; causes and consequences of health transitions and aging societies; and gender and labor force participation.
Harvard School of Public Health
Yerby Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Massachusetts
Post-Doctoral
Paid competitive salary with benefits 1-2 years
Fellows work under the guidance of a senior faculty member to develop and pursue research agendas. The fellowship is available for members of minority groups only.
Harvard University
Four Directions Summer Research Program Last updated: 8/5/2008
Massachusetts
Undergraduate Student
Paid Transportation, medical school housing, and living stipend provided 8 weeks
Native American students interested in attending medical school participate in a basic science research project. Students work closely with a medical school faculty mentor.
Harvard University
Takemi Program
Massachusetts
Professional
Paid Fellows individually secure funding through sponsoring organizations 10 months
Fellows carry out individually designed research projects related to resource allocation in health care. Fellows from developing countries especially encouraged to apply.
Harvard University
Yerby Postdoctoral Fellowship Last updated: 8/5/2008
Massachusetts
Professional
Paid Salary of $55,000 1 year
For individuals with a doctorate of public health interested in a career in academia with a commitment to promoting diversity. Fellows will develop as a scholar and independent researcher working closely with a mentor.
Harvard University
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Mental Health Services Research Last updated: 11/20/2009
Massachusetts
Post-Doctoral
Paid Up to 2 years
Training emphases are organization, financing, utilization, quality and political analysis of mental health care.
Applications due by January 31, 2010, and should be mailed to:
Kristen Bolt
Department of Health Care Policy
Harvard Medical School
180 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115-5899
Address applications to Dr. Haiden Huskamp and include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- 3 recommendations (sealed in envelopes, and sign over envelope flaps)
Harvard University
Zuckerman Fellowships Last updated: 12/11/2009
Massachusetts
Graduate Student; Professional
Unspecified One year
Enables doctors, lawyers, and business people to pursue public service degrees at Harvard's Graduate School of Education, School of Public Health, or Harvard Kennedy School.
Harvard University, Kennedy School of Government
Carr Center for Human Rights Policy Fellowship Program Last updated: 2/10/2009
Massachusetts
Post-Doctoral; Professional
Unpaid 1 year
Intended to support a wide range of research and scholarship associated with human rights issues. Each fellow will be expected to complete a research project and produce a significant written work, and may also be asked to serve as guest lecturers in classes, give presentations, and attend Center events.
Health Care for All
Internship Program Last updated: 8/5/2008
Massachusetts
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Varies
Intern will work on state health policy advocacy and organizing.
Heritage Foundation
Internship program
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unspecified Weekly stipend of $250 4 months
Interns work with Heritage Foundation research analysts and policy-makers on various research, writing, administrative, and computer projects within each of Heritage's policy departments. Interns attend weekly seminars with Heritage Fellows and others in the policy community.
Hispanic-Serving Health Professions Schools/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Internship Program
Atlanta, Georgia
Graduate Student; Post-Doctoral
Paid Stipend of $1250 per month, housing and travel stipend provided 9 week summer program
Interns are matched with mentors at the CDC. Interns will work with their mentor on an ongoing project related to their interests.
HIV Center for Clinical and Behavioral Studies, Columbia University and the New York State Psychiatric Institute
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Last updated: 11/21/2008
New York
Post-Doctoral
Paid Stipend, tuition support, and limited funds for travel and general research training costs associated with the fellowship Up to 3 years
Applicants with interdisciplinary research interests and appropriate research training in psychology or related behavioral and social sciences are best suited for this program. The program also accepts applications from those with medical training. Applicants must have obtained their doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D. or other) by the time of their appointment.
Hubert-Yeargan Center, Duke University
Cultural Immersion & ESL Teaching Internship Last updated: 11/25/2009
Camiguin, Philippines
Graduate Student
Unpaid 10 weeks
The Hubert-Yeargan Center (HYC), in collaboration with Family to Family, Inc., is offering a summer internship opportunity to provide ESL tutoring service at Mapa School and Farm in Camiguin, Philippines. The focus of this program will be working with teachers to improve their English. The volunteer may assist with classroom instruction and extracurricular activities (farming, sports, music, etc.). (Undergraduates are also eligible.)
Hunter College
Healthy Public Policies Project Fellowship Last updated: 11/24/2009
New York
Post-Doctoral
Paid $55,000-$60,000 depending on experience and qualifications. 18 months
Fellow/senior research associate will support projects seeking to
create healthier food and other policies in NYC. Fellowship will prepare for research, teaching, development and evaluation of interventions to improve municipal policies that influence health and to develop new strategies to reduce policy-induced health inequities. Candidate should have doctorate in public health, public policy, nutrition, economics or related field; at least 2 years research experience investigating how government and business decisions affect health of urban populations.
Ibis Reproductive Health
Charlotte Ellertson Social Science Postdoctoral Fellowship Last updated: 8/5/2008
Multiple locations
Post-Doctoral
Paid Annual stipend between $50,000 and $55,000 2 years
The fellowship includes independent and collaborative research, as well as work with advocacy organizations, specifically in abortion and reproductive health.
Institute for Advanced Policy Solutions at Emory University
Institute for Advanced Policy Solutions Post-Graduate Fellowship Last updated: 4/3/2008
Atlanta, GA
Post-Doctoral
Unspecified 1 year (possible renewal)
Post-Graduate Fellowship in Health Policy Program to conduct research on a variety of health policy issues with the mentorship of faculty and senior researchers.
Institute for Health Policy Solutions
Internship Last updated: 1/6/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unspecified minimum of 4 months
The intern gains experience with health policy analysis and health care system reform.
Institute for Humane Studies
Charles G Koch Summer Fellow Program
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Paid Stipend of $1,500, housing and airfare provided 8 week summer program
Fellows work with one of the area's research institutes researching and writing about market solutions to policy problems or at a public interest law firm; attend forums on current policy topics and career workshops.
Institute for Humane Studies
Summer Research Graduate Fellowship
Varies
Graduate Student
Unspecified Stipend of $3,000, travel expenses provided 3 month summer program
Fellows receive support to continue work on dissertation or writing project at home institution; participate in seminars in Washington DC and receive guidance and assistance from IHS staff as well as networking opportunities.
Institute for Women's Policy Research
Research Internship
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid 10 week program
Provide research and administrative support to IWPR researchers on women's policy research projects.
Institute for Women's Policy Research
Communications and Outreach Internship
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid 10 week program
Interns provide administrative and editorial support to IWPR communications team. Duties include proofreading, gathering articles, media outreach; layout and design of fact sheets and policy briefs, and answering phones.
Institute for Women's Policy Research
Mariam K. Chamberlain Fellowship in Women & Public Policy Last updated: 1/14/2008
Washington DC
Graduate Student; Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid $1,950 per month, plus health insurance and a public transportation stipend 9 months
The fellow works as a general research assistant on a variety of research projects and reports and attends relevant Congressional briefings, policy seminars and meetings.
Invest in Kids California
Internship Last updated: 12/15/2008
California
Graduate Student
All 30-40 hrs/wk
Organization hires interns year round. Organizing and political or issue advocacy experience is preferred but not required. Interns will see first-hand how to implement effective issue advocacy at the state and federal levels. Interns get a well-rounded experience showing them how all aspects of a nonprofit advocacy group work.
IQ Solutions
Internship
Rockville, MD
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid $9-14/hr depending on experience Varies
Interns will work on different health issues in health communications, campaign development, policy development, and media.
Johns Hopkins University
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Urban Health Last updated: 2/25/2009
Baltimore, Maryland
Post-Doctoral
Paid Stipend provided, based on experience 1 year
Fellow will collaborate with Hopkins faculty in the implementation and analysis of a Baltimore community health needs assessment, work in other areas of urban health research and receive mentoring about research opportunities, publications and career development. For further questions please contact: Amy Gawad at agawad@jhsph.edu or 410-502-7473.
Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health
The C. Sylvia and Eddie C. Brown Community Health Scholarship Last updated: 2/25/2009
Baltimore, Maryland
Graduate Student
Paid Full tuition and annual $20,000 stipend for the duration of the doctoral program, one-time $15,000 research award Up to 5 years
Applicants must be entering the Bloomberg School of Public Health. Candidates's research and practice should focus on improving health and quality of life of underserved populations in Baltimore. Recipients are paired with a faculty mentor.
Joseph P. Kennedy Foundation
Professional Public Policy Program
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Salary of $75,000. 1 year
The fellow will spend a year learning about the policy making process that affects the rights of intellectually disabled people on a national level.
Kaiser Family Foundation
Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Paid Stipend of $2,000, transportation, meals, and housing at Howard University provided 9 week summer program
Scholars work in a Congressional office and participate in seminars and site visits and write and present a health policy research memo.
Kaiser Family Foundation
Kaiser Media Internships in Urban Health Reporting
Menlo Park, CA and Washington DC
Professional
Paid Weekly stipend of at least $500, travel expenses provided 12 week summer program
For young minority journalists interested in specializing in urban public health reporting. Includes 10-week work placement at newspaper/TV station, plus 2 week-long seminars on public health issues and training from leading national journalists.
Kaiser Family Foundation
Media Fellowships Program Last updated: 1/28/2010
Varies
Professional
Paid Up to $10,000 for travel and research expenses 1 year
Open to journalists interested in researching and reporting on global health issues, with a particular focus on issues related to HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria.
Kaiser Family Foundation
Kaiser Mini-Fellowships for Global Health Reporting Last updated: 9/15/2008
Varies
Paid Up to $10,000 will be given to cover travel and research expenses 1 year
The program awards mini-fellowships to print, radio, television, and online journalists (including freelancers) to research and report on global health issues, with a particular focus on issues related to HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria. Deadline: Oct 23
Keenan Research Centre, St. Michaels Hospital
ACHIEVE Research Partnership: Action for Health Equity Interventions Last updated: 12/15/2009
Canada
Post-Doctoral
Paid minimum $40,000 stipend 2 years
Aimed to equip new researchers with competencies for closing the gap between measuring health inequities and reducing them. Program's two foci are solutions-oriented research methods and community engagement and partnerships.
Law Students for Reproductive Justice
Fellowship Last updated: 7/29/2008
California
Post-Doctoral
Paid 1 year
The Fellow will contribute research and writing to LSRJ educational materials, fact sheets, and papers. They will also support student-led campaigns for new courses and reading groups in reproductive rights. Deadline: August 15
Massachusetts General Hospital
The Disparities Leadership Program
Massachusetts
Professional
Unpaid 1 year
This program is an executive education program for leaders from hospitals and other health organizations to recieve training in strategies to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities from health care.
Massachusetts General Hospital
Aetna/Disparities Solutions Center Health Care Disparities Fellowship
Massachusetts
Graduate Student; Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid Stipend of $50,000, benefits provided 1 year
Fellows engage in various projects at the Disparities Solutions Center focused on action-oriented approaches to addressing racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare.
Maternal and Child Health Information Resource Center
Graduate Student Internship Program
Varies
Graduate Student
Paid Stipend of $6,000 12 week summer program
Interns are assigned to work in city, county, or state public health department on project related to data analysis and monitoring, needs assessment, or program evaluation.
Medical Students for Choice
Reproductive Health Externship Funding Program Last updated: 6/18/2008
Varies
Graduate Student
Paid Up to $1,000.00
This program funds students’ efforts to obtain clinical exposure to abortion care.
Mental Health Association of San Francisco
Public Policy Internship
California
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Varies
The intern assists in public policy and advocacy efforts to improve mental health in San Francisco.
NARAL Pro-Choice America
Development-Membership Internship Last updated: 8/5/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student; Professional
Unspecified Varies
The intern works in the Development Department, primarily assisting the Director of Development, Membership with a nationwide direct marketing fundraising program.
NARAL Pro-Choice California
Campus Organizing Program Student Intern Last updated: 10/9/2008
California
Paid $200/month
Interns receive a stipend to spearhead the creation of a pro-choice presence on campus. Interns will be provided with organizing materials and support from NARAL Pro-Choice California staff.
National Association of Community Health Centers
Public Policy Internship Last updated: 4/14/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid Stipend and transportation subsidy provided May-August, start and end dates negotiable
Interns work directly with Government Affairs staff in the Federal and State Affairs Office and learn about health care advocacy efforts at federal and state levels, the health care policy-making process, and current health care policy issues.
National Association of Community Health Centers
Research Internship Last updated: 4/14/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid Stipend and transportation subsidy provided May-August, start and end dates negotiable
Interns will conduct general research and analysis on health centers, Medicaid, access to care issues, health disparities, primary care, workforce, and other health care issues related to medically underserved populations.
National Cancer Institute
Cancer Prevention Fellowship Last updated: 7/13/2009
Varies
Post-Doctoral
Paid Stipend 4 years
The fellowship provides a strong foundation for clinicians and scientists to train in the field of cancer prevention and control. Training is provided toward an M.P.H. degree at an accredited university during the first year, followed by mentored research with investigators at the NCI. Deadline: Sept. 1
National Cancer Institute
Cancer Research Training Award Fellowship Last updated: 1/3/2008
Rockville, MD
Post-Doctoral
Paid Stipend based on education and experience 1 or 2 years
This position provides an applied research opportunity for individuals with strong interests in understanding cancer care and the impact on populations.
National Center for Health Statistics
Associate Service Fellowship Last updated: 11/6/2008
Hyattsville, MD
Graduate Student
Paid $58,206 - $90,698 15 months, may be extended up to 2 years
As a member of the Data Analysis and Quality Assurance Branch, the Associate Service Fellow will contribute to all aspects of preparing, analyzing, and disseminating the annual National Health Interview microdata. Applicants must have successfully completed a master’s degree or higher in demography, survey methodology, epidemiology, public health, or a related field (e.g. sociology, medicine, biological or health sciences, etc).
National Center for Health Statistics, AcademyHealth
Health Policy Fellowship Last updated: 7/31/2009
Hyattsville, Maryland
Graduate Student; Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid Based on qualifications and experience 13-24 months
The fellowship allows visiting scholars to conduct new and innovative analyses, participate in health policy activities related to the design and content of future NCHS surveys, and offers access to the data resources provided by the CDC. Deadline: Jan. 4
National Center for Policy Analysis
Public Policy Internship
Dallas, Texas
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Varies
Interns will write, edit and develop policy analysis seeking to increase government efficiency in all areas, including health care, retirement and education.
National Conference of State Legislatures
Internship Program
Denver, Colorado
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid academic credit possible summer or fall semester
Interns work in one of several public policy areas including health. Intern activities include tracking legislation, responsing to requests for information, and performing policy research.
National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare
Policy Internship Last updated: 1/28/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid Stipend of $12/hr, up to $2,500/semester Spring & Summer
Interns gain experience in state and federal policy on issues affecting people with mental disabilities. Interns research legislative, social science, regulatory issues, produce fact sheets and policy papers.
National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Economic Security Initiative Research Internship Last updated: 7/10/2009
Graduate Student
Paid September - December 2009
Intern will be responsible for the development of a research report on the demography of aging, focusing on economically disadvantaged seniors. Submit a cover letter, resume and short writing sample (5-7 pages maximum) directly to National Council on Aging; Attention: Economic Security Research Intern Search; 1901 L Street N.W., 4th Floor; Washington, DC 20036 or email it to: ramsey.alwin@ncoa.org.
National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association
Internship Last updated: 3/31/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Unpaid 1 semester
The intern will gain hands-on experience in preparing advocacy materials for members of Congress, researching and drafting articles for NFPRHA’s monthly policy newsletter, and updating NFPRHA fact sheets, among other responsibilities.
National Governors Association Center for Best Practices
Intern, Health Division Last updated: 10/12/2009
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Unspecified Part-Time
General responsibilities will be related to public health initiatives and practices, coverage iniatives, Medicaid reform, health IT and quality assurance. Specific projects will include data collection, related research, and writing on public health, maternal and child health, SCHIP, Medicaid, and state coverage iniatives.
National Institute of Mental Health
Postdoctoral Fellowship Last updated: 12/11/2007
North Carolina
Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid Stipend based on experience 2 years
The program is for social/behavioral scientists and clinicians seeking advanced training in mental health services research.
National Institute on Aging and American Federation for Aging Research
Paul B Beeson Career Development Awards in Aging Research Program
Varies
Professional
Paid Stipend of $450,000 3 years
Provides support to mid-career physicians to develop and carry out a research project addressing some aspect of health and quality of life of older people.
National Institutes of Health
Summer Internship
Bethesda, Maryland
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid 2 month summer program
Interns are paired with a staff member to work on a policy-related research project of mutual interest in the areas of biotechnology.
National Institutes of Health
Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Varies
Undergraduate Student
Paid Up to $20,000 per academic year, post-graduate employment at NIH 1 year, but can be renewed for up to 4 years
During the summer following each academic year of support, students work in NIH research laboratories for 10 weeks. Students are also committed to working at NIH post-graduation for as many years as scholarship was awarded.
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center Department of Bioethics
Bioethics Fellow Last updated: 7/31/2009
Undergraduate Student; Post-Doctoral
Paid Stipend based on experience and qualifications 2 years
Fellows participate in bioethics seminars, case conferences, ethics consultation, review of research protocols and IRB deliberations, and have access to multiple educational opportunities at the NIH. Fellows conduct theoretical and empirical research in the ethics of health policy, international research ethics, and human subject research. For a typical fellow this research yields multiple publications in academic journals. Post-baccalaureate (those graduating in the spring, as well as a few years past graduation) or post-doctoral.
National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health
Policy Intern Last updated: 9/30/2008
Washington DC
Paid 20 hours/ week
Intern would be responsible for assisting Associate Director of Policy with legislative research and writing. Apply with resume and cover letter.
National Library of Medicine
Associate Fellowship Program
Bethesda, Maryland
Professional
Paid Stipend of $43,365, monthly health insurance stipend 1 year
Postgraduate training fellowship at NLM with an optional second year program component. The program includes formalized training in various aspects of library health science as well as individual project related to the study, research, and evaluation of NLM programs and services.
National Partnership for Women and Families
Summer Reproductive Health Internship Last updated: 4/27/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Not specified
Interns work on a variety of short and long term projects, including legislative and policy research and analysis, advocacy, coalition-building, and providing technical assistance to policymakers.
To apply, send cover letter, resume, writing sample, transcript copy, and 3-4 references by May 15th to jobs@nationalpartnership.org.
National Research Center for Women and Families
Fellowships
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Paid $10-14 per hour 6 month commitment
Fellows work on relevant project of interest and learn about the Washington policy environment.
National Taiwan University
Post-doctoral fellowship Last updated: 1/14/2009
Taiwan
Post-Doctoral
Paid Monthly stipend of 55,000 NTD February 1, 2009 to July 31, 2009
Supports post-doctoral research on precarious employment and social inequalities of occupational safety and health. Address applications or questions to Prof. Yawen Cheng, Institute of Health Policy and Management, National Taiwan University at ycheng@ntu.edu.tw.
National Urban Fellows Inc.
Urban Fellow Last updated: 8/5/2008
New York
Graduate Student; Post-Doctoral; Professional
Paid Stipend of $25,000, tuition, relocation allowance and travel provided 14 months
Fellows earn a Master of Public Adminstration from City University of New York and complete 9-month mentorships with a public administrator or official.
National Women's Law Center
Public Policy Fellowship
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid One year
The fellow will conduct and analyze research and data related to policy issues affecting women.
National Women's Law Center
Chesterfield Smith Internship
Washington DC
Graduate Student
Paid Weekly stipend of $200 12 weeks
Interns should be second or third year law students. Interns work on one of NWLC's priority areas, including women's health. Responsibilities include researching and drafting fact sheets, analyzing legislation and regulations, researching legislative history, and attending legislative proceedings.
National Women's Law Center
Graduate/Undergraduate Policy Internship
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Varies
Responsibilities include researching and drafting fact sheets, analyzing legislation and regulations, researching legislative history, and attending legislative proceedings.
Network for Multicultural Research on Health and Healthcare, UCLA
Healthcare Quality Scholars Program Last updated: 9/10/2009
All
Professional
Paid $22,530 10 months
Open to junior faculty in the U.S. The program supports secondary data analyses on intra-group determinants (social-cultural factors, demographic factors, etc.) of health services research using major surveys on access to care, utilization, quality of care, costs, coverage, and chronic conditions (e.g. MEPS, CPS, NHIS, etc.).
New America Foundation
Last updated: 2/20/2009
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Unspecified
Interns assist with research, education, and communication activities. Primary responsibilities include research in areas relating to health care and health reform; tracking print and web media for health policy related news; developing and editing content for blog, NewHealthDialogue.org; administrative support as directed.
New America Foundation
The Bernard L. Schwartz Fellows Program Last updated: 6/17/2008
Washington DC
Professional
Paid Stipend provided, health benefits I year
Fellows conduct research in public policy field of choice and receive high-quality editing, training in public speaking and a host of other professional development services through regular meetings and weekend-long retreats.
New England Healthcare Institute
Health Policy Intern Last updated: 4/20/2009
Massachusetts
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid Varies
The intern conducts research on the U.S. health care system and works on literature reviews and data analysis.
New York Civil Liberties Union
Reproductive Rights Project Law Internship Last updated: 8/4/2008
New York
Graduate Student
Unpaid Fall
Open to law students interested in participating in litigation, legal analysis, legislative analysis, public education and advocacy regarding a broad range of reproductive health issues.
Nieman Foundation/ Harvard School of Public Health
Fellowships in Global Health Reporting
Massachusetts
Professional
Paid Stipend of $55,000 One year of study, 4 months in the field
Fellows should be journalists with at least five years of professional experience. Fellows spend the first year of the program at Harvard participating in journalism and public health scholarship followed by four months at a field site in a developing country.
Northwestern University School of Medicine
Health Services Research Post-Doctoral Fellowship Last updated: 1/15/2010
Chicago
Post-Doctoral
Paid 2 years
Fellows complete six core courses and two elective courses and collaborate with core research faculty and staff throughout the Feinberg School of Medicine on a dedicated project.
Nueva Vida
Intern, Research & Communications Last updated: 9/30/2008
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student
Paid $375/month 3-6 months, 20 hours/week
The intern will be responsible for updating the national database of survivorships services, providing technical input for quarterly newsletter, maintaining the website and assisting with coordination of research studies. The ideal candidate will be fully bilingual (Spanish/English), have a background working in women's health, have a background working with the Latino population and either have a bachelor's degree or be working on one.
O.C. Hubert Charitable Trust; CDC
O.C. Hubert Student Fellowship Last updated: 3/9/2009
International
Graduate Student
Paid 6 - 12 weeks
The fellowship provides an opportunity for third- and fourth-year medical and veterinary students to gain public health experience in an international setting. Fellows spend six to twelve weeks in a developing country working on a priority health problem in conjunction with CDC staff.
Opportunity Agenda
Summer Law Internship Last updated: 1/3/2008
New York
Graduate Student
Paid Modest stipend may be offered 8-10 weeks
First- or second-year law students will assist in legal research and writing to develop The Opportunity Agenda’s Health Equity program.
Oregon Health & Science University
Research Fellowship in Center for Policy and Research in Emergency Medicine
Portland, Oregon
Professional
Paid Full-time salary, full benefits, tuition, travel funds, office space and computing resources provided 2 years
Fellows complete a MPH or a Master's of Clinical Investigation and conduct mentored research with a focus on health services research or out-of-hospital resuscitation.
Pacific Conservation League
Public Health and the Environment Fellowship Last updated: 7/27/2009
California
Undergraduate Student
Unpaid 10-15 hours/week, flexible length
Possible work assignments include policy research, report writing, and outreach to community groups. Interns work on a core project and often provide support to PCL/PCLF staff on other assignments. Submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample to: Amber Schmaeling, aschmaeling@pcl.org
Pan American Health Organization
Internship
Graduate Student; Professional
Unpaid 6 weeks to 3 months
Interns must be enrolled university students. Interns must have a clear idea of what and how they can contribute to the organization when they apply.
Partners in Health Institute for Health and Social Justice
Summer Internship
Massachusetts
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student; Professional
Unpaid 2 months
The intern learns about health and social justice while working with a staff mentor to develop and complete an individual research project.
Pediatrics AIDS/HIV Care, Inc.
Development Intern
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid 6 months
Interns assist with special projects and day-to-day operations.
Pediatrics AIDS/HIV Care, Inc.
Non-Profit Management Intern
Washington DC
Undergraduate Student; Graduate Student
Unpaid 6 months
Interns provide wide-ranging research support, help develop communication materials and develop and maintain databases/models.
Pediatrics AIDS/HIV Care, Inc.
Program Associate Intern
Washington DC
Undergr