Public Health Internship Program (PHIP) - Fall 2026

About this opportunity

Introduction \r\n \r\nWelcome to the Maryland Department of Health's (MDH) Public\r\nHealth Internship Program or PHIP(formerly known as the Public Health\r\nWorkforce Development Internship Program)!\r\n \r\nWe invite you to join us for our Fall 2026 cohort.\r\nThis program is designed to establish collaborative partnerships with academic\r\ninstitutions, providing invaluable student internship opportunities and\r\nfostering a seamless transition from graduation to the public health\r\nworkforce. The fall session will span 12 weeks, running from September 23, 2026 – December 15, 2026. \r\n \r\nWe invite undergraduate and graduate students with a\r\nstrong academic standing and a specific interest in public health to apply. To\r\naccommodate different preferences and circumstances, we offer hybrid and\r\nin-person internship opportunities. During the 12-week period, students\r\ncan work up to a maximum of 240 hours, averaging approximately 20 hours per\r\nweek. \r\n \r\nOur program encompasses various exciting areas of this\r\ncohort, including Behavioral Sciences, Community Health, Epidemiology,\r\nHealth Education, Health Informatics, Health Policy, Healthcare Administration,\r\nInfectious Disease, Preparedness and Response, and Public Health\r\nCommunications. \r\n \r\nTo ensure a tailored experience, please complete a\r\nsupplemental questionnaire that allows you to indicate your preferred subject\r\nareas, your interest in in-person or hybrid opportunities, and the count