Kane County

Meet the programmatic requirements for colleges/universities with regard to internships (applicable to internships only).. Increase understanding of the field of public health and the role of a local health department in the public health system.. Assists with collecting and testing mosquitoes for West Nile Virus, data entry and conveying test results to the assigned supervisor.. Plan and coordinate meetings of public health experts/practitioners.. Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older; possession of a valid driver’s license; proof of current vehicle insurance.

public health intern

Description ​Aurora Location (5/13/2024 thru approximately 10/31/2024) • Meet the programmatic requirements for colleges/universities with regard to internships (applicable to internships only).• Develop a work product or fulfill a specific job function.• Increase understanding of the field of public health and the role of a local health department in the public health system. Increase program/subject-specific understanding based on the area in which interning.• Complete a presentation/training to KCHD staff or external partners as a means to demonstrate increased skills.• Support grants and programs; specifically the West Nile Virus program. Assists with collecting and testing mosquitoes for West Nile Virus, data entry and conveying test results to the assigned supervisor.• Participate in KCHD’s orientation series and related staff development activities.• Plan and coordinate meetings of public health experts/practitioners.• Shadow KCHD staff.• Apply skills to goal-based projects in the range of competency areas specified by the student’s school’s curriculum (applicable to internships only). Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older; possession of a valid driver’s license; proof of current vehicle insurance. Application deadline: Open until filled

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