Public health internship spotlights

  

Public Health Internship Spotlights

College of Health

Get real-world experience with a public health internship

Learn how public health students are applying classroom knowledge, building professional networks, and testing out fulfilling careers in health and well-being.

  • Thrive Umpqua

    During his public health internship at Thrive Umpqua, Jeff Twibell coordinated community wellness events and built community partnerships while pursuing his BS through OSU's Ecampus program.

  • Pratum Co-op

    Public Health student Jackquelin De Leon Mendoza shares her experience developing safety programs and regulatory compliance initiatives during her internship at Pratum Co-op.

  • Grace Center for Adult Day Services

    Public health student Brianna Rostel advocates for older adult care at Grace Center, combining community engagement with healthcare policy insights.

  • Inpria

    From conducting PPE hazard assessments to developing safety standards, follow Jose Benitez's journey applying OSU public health expertise to occupational safety, while building professional connections for his future in environmental health.

  • Jackson County Health and Human Services

    From running syringe exchange programs to providing HIV testing, Sue Anderson applies her public health studies to combat health inequities during her internship at Jackson County Health Services before joining Peace Corps Guinea.

  • The Washington County Women, Infants and Children (WIC) and Maternal Child and Family (MCF) programs

    Public health student Genesis Cruz supported Spanish-speaking families through WIC and MCF programs during her internship, creating bilingual resources and promoting health equity.

  • The Corvallis Clinic

    Public health student Kelly Yee combines health promotion with nursing goals as she develops health education materials and workplace safety programs through her internship at The Corvallis Clinic.

  • Jackson County Health and Human Services

    Quinton Rumrey developed culturally-specific problem gambling prevention programs at Jackson County Health Services, combining his public health studies with a passion for education and community outreach.

  • University of Pittsburgh’s Public Health Undergraduate Scholars Program

    Connor Chen's internship provided opportunities in STI research and networking that led to presentations at CDC headquarters and a clear path toward the Epidemic Intelligence Service.

  • The Springs Living at Lake Oswego

    Public health student Isabella Kreske combined her passion for accessible care with hands-on experience at The Springs Living, creating innovative fall prevention tracking systems while preparing for a career in health services administration.