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American Public Health Association · 10 hours ago

Climate, Health and Equity Internship: 2026 summer term (June 1 - Aug. 15)

US-DC-Washington

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

American Public Health Association is seeking highly motivated interns for their Center for Climate, Health and Equity. The internship focuses on advancing the conversation of climate change in relation to health equity and justice, involving research, outreach, and content development.

Health CareMedicalPublic Safety

Culture & Values

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Complete research on issues

Develop fact sheets, blog posts and background reports

Support outreach and communication to members and partners

Contribute content to climate webpages

Participate in relevant hearings, briefings, meetings, and webinars

Interact with APHA leadership and members

Participate in Speak for Health and other association-wide events

Work on the Association’s Get Ready campaign, writing blog posts and working on group projects each semester

Qualification

Research experienceWritten communicationOral communicationAnalysis experienceInterest in climate changeInterest in health equityInterest in environmental justice

Required

Candidates must be able to work in the US during the internship

Candidates should be working toward a bachelors, graduate, or postgraduate degree

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Research and analysis experience

Strong interest in climate change, health equity or environmental justice issues

Interns must adhere to APHA COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Policy

Company

American Public Health Association

Professional association dedicated to improving the public's health through education and advocacy.

Founded in 1872

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.apha.org

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