MPH graduate program
Develop professional capabilities, build networks and learn from experts in the field
MPH Internship Coordinator
Tonya Johnson, MPH
tonya.johnson@oregonstate.edu
541-737-4891
Women’s Building 203B
The MPH internship is a carefully planned 200-hour professional experience in which students apply the knowledge, skills, and theories learned in the classroom in real-world settings. It is an opportunity for students to demonstrate professional competency in a public health practice setting, while building networks and learning from experts in the field.
The internship is a 6 credit course (H510), which can be completed in one or two consecutive terms (1 term = 20 hours per week for 10 weeks, 6 credits; 2 terms = 10 hours per week for 20 weeks, 3 credits per term).
Prior to the start of the internship, the student completes an “H510 Learning Agreement”, which outlines the learning objectives, tasks/activities, deliverables, and competencies that will be met in the internship. The learning agreement is due by Friday of Week 10 the term before the internship starts.
Throughout the internship, students complete a few required assignments (e.g., discussion boards, evaluations, summaries, internship portfolio, etc), which are submitted through the H510 Canvas site.
The internship is a required course for the MPH degree. As stated in the MPH Internship Handbook, the following criteria must be met for the internship to take place:
Students with non-U.S. citizenship who are attending OSU on a visa must complete and file a Curricular Practical Training (CPT) application with the Office of International Services (OIS). This requirement is very important and must be complete before the internship begins. International students must attend the required CPT workshop in advance.
The OIS requires the following:
While valuable, the following opportunities do not meet the internship requirements (thus will not be approved):
Approx. 2 terms in advance
Approx. 2 terms in advance
Approx. 1-2 terms in advance
Approx. 1-2 terms in advance
Approx. 1 term in advance
Due week 10 of the term PRIOR to internship placement
Revise and submit signed copies of the following to faculty advisor and MPH Internship Coordinator
Note You will not be able to register for H510 credits until your paperwork has been received by the Internship Coordinator
See University Academic Calendar for registration deadlines
Students are responsible for finding an internship site with support from the MPH Internship Coordinator and faculty advisor. Students find internships in many different ways.
Some ideas might be:
Internship Postings are sent out via student listserv and posted in Module 6 of the “MPH Internship Orientation” in Canvas. Contact Tonya Johnson if you need access to the Canvas site.
Plan early for an international internship!
Students from any MPH option may complete an international internship.
As one resource for pursuing international internships, students can contact IE3 / OSU GO to discuss their internship, current University policies, and safety protocols. IE3 has a variety of internship opportunities available, and is also available to work with students on individualized internships if desired.
Due to extra lead time needed to plan international internships, students should contact IE3/OSU GO at least three terms in advance of an international internship.
Have a question? Be sure to check through the H510 FAQ to see if it is already answered.
MPH Internship Coordinator
Tonya Johnson, MPH
tonya.johnson@oregonstate.edu
541-737-4891
Women’s Building 203B