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Public Health Pathways Program - Intern

Salary

$16.51 - $22.77 Hourly

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

2025-00465

Department

Health

Division

Administration HFS

Opening Date

09/22/2025

Closing Date

10/5/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

CNR

+ Description

+ Questions

Position Description

The Minneapolis Health Department division of Workforce Management is seeking public health interns for the fall of 2025! The Public Health Pathways Program (PHPP) provides hands-on experience where students can gain real-world experience in public health, build a resume’, and provide opportunities to grow a professional and meaningful network. As a Public Health intern, you will provide support to your assigned division within the Minneapolis Health Department. Goals of the Public Health Pathways Program include:

+ Diversifying the public health workforce within the Minneapolis Health Department and beyond

+ Providing early exposure and direct experience to students interested in pursuing a career in public health

+ Providing pathways to employment for those who wish to work in Public Health and serve the communities of Minneapolis

*You are not required to have a degree in Public Health.

The following are required attachments:

+ Resume’ (include education and relevant skills, languages spoken, volunteer experience, volunteer experience, work history, and accomplishments (i.e. honors).

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

+ Collaborate with supervisor to complete assigned projects and tasks, ensuring quality and timeliness.

+ Participate in regular check-ins with supervisor to discuss progress, challenges, and goals.

+ Attend scheduled division and department meetings to stay informed and contribute to team initiatives.

+ Engage in required training sessions and discussions on public health topics to enhance knowledge and awareness.

+ Develop and refine technical skills in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams to improve efficiency and productivity.

+ Attend all in-person events, including site visits and other related activities, as needed for the role.

Working conditions: Office or hybrid setting. Some placements may include field work dependent on the placement of the intern in the Minneapolis Health Department.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Enrolled at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or graduate program,

Or

Recent graduate with a degree conferred between October 2024 and September 2025.

Commitment: Must be able to commit to a part-time schedule of approximately 10 to 25hours per week for a duration of about 34 weeks.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is non-represented. For more information, please review the civil service rules:Civil Service Rules - City of Minneapolis (https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/civil-service-rules/)

Eligible List

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Demonstrates an interest and openness to learn new subject matter in public health and other related fields.

+ Understands equity and how inequities impact health and other outcomes.

+ Understands, appreciates, and interacts with persons from cultures and/or belief systems other than one's own.

+ Demonstrates care and respect towards other people and their needs without regard for one's own needs and thinks about other groups who have a stake or interest in various projects, initiatives, or activities.

+ Embraces team concepts by being considerate of values, opinions, and preferences of other group members throughout decision making and tasking.

+ Shows resiliency in the face of obstacles, setbacks and other sources of stress.

+ Is adaptable to changing conditions and recognizes when changes in priorities, direction or the pace of activities appear necessary.

+ Elicits strong communication skills, both written and oral.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

01

How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)

+ Recruiter

+ City of Minneapolis website

+ City of Minneapolis employee

+ City of Minneapolis job interest card

+ City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin

+ Friend or family member

+ League of Minnesota Cities website

+ Diversityjobs.com website

+ Governmentjobs.com website

+ Indeed.com website

+ Minnesotajobs.com website

+ Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Website

+ Other website

+ LinkedIn

+ Twitter

+ Facebook

+ Other social media site

+ Newspaper

+ Other media

+ College or University Job Board

+ Community organization

+ Job Fair

+ Professional association

+ Site Visit

+ Handshake

02

Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).

03

In 4-6 sentences, please describe any experience, background, or interests that have prepared you for an internship with the Minneapolis Health Department. (college enrollment/degree or prior public health experience is not required for this internship)

04

Are you currently enrolled at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or graduate program?

+ Yes

+ No

05

At which college or university are you currently enrolled? Or graduated from with the last 1 year?

06

How many years of your current degree program will you have completed by September 2025?

+ None

+ One year

+ Two years

+ Three Years

+ Four years

+ Five or more years

07

Have you currently graduated from an accredited 2- or 4-year college, university, or graduate program within the last 1 year?

+ Yes

+ No

08

What is your major or field of study?

09

Please indicate below the highest level of education that you have completed.

+ None

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Associate Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Doctorate

10

How long have has it been since graduating from an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or graduate program?

+ Less than 1 year

+ More than 1 year

+ More than 2 years

+ 3 or more years

11

Can you commit to interning on a part-time basis (approximately 10-25 hours per week) from October 6th, 2025, through May 29th, 2026?

+ Yes

+ No

12

How many hours per week are you available to work?

13

In which areas of public health are you interested in interning? (List from 1 being most interested to 4 being least interested) Community Liaisons: The Environmental Health Community Liaison connects the public with Environmental Health programs through outreach, communication, and project leadership. This role supports community health by sharing information, resources, and services related to food safety, lodging, public pools, body art, and other regulated businesses. Public Health Community Institute: The PHCI Intern will assist in supporting the implementation and delivery of the Public Health Community Institute’s training programs aimed at building community capacity to address health disparities in Minneapolis. This role offers hands-on experience in community engagement, program coordination, public health education, and organizational support for participating community groups. Intern will assist in coordinating events, meetings, and workshops for PHCI participants and partners; conduct research to support community organizations’ public health projects; and provide direct support to participating organizations as they develop and implement public health strategies. Green Careers Exploration Program (GCEP): Intern will assist with the GCEP initiatives of preparing youth and young adults for careers in the green and sustainability sector. Intern will assist with administrative tasks including formatting protocols, program procedures and guidelines; drafting meeting agendas; preparation of project reports and budget reports; site visits with contractors to ensure compliance with statistical, programmatic and financial reporting requirements; and data collection. Homegrown Minneapolis: Homegrown Minneapolis: Homegrown is a City-community partnership expanding our community’s ability to grow, process, distribute, eat and compost more healthy, sustainable, locally grown foods. This role supports that mission by: assisting with planning, promoting, and implementing community events; helping with stakeholder engagement; and supporting implementation of the Minneapolis Food Action Plan through research and analysis

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Employer

City of Minneapolis

Address

350 South 5th Street

Room 1

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55415

Phone

(612) 673-2282

Website

http://www.minneapolismn.gov/jobs

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