Welcome to the Department of Health!
What You Will Be Doing:
Understand how the public health system addresses common adolescent health problems.
Establish impactful professional relationships with diverse teams and communities, connecting effectively with individuals from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Assess public health needs through data review, community assessment, and strategic planning.
Contribute to developing effective public health programs.
Learn the importance of evaluating public health programs.
Our Organization, Mission, And Culture Join our dynamic team, where you'll be a collaborator and catalyst for positive change! At the heart of the Division of Public Health are values that resonate with individuals eager to make a difference.
Our team is founded on a set of core values that shape our commitment to public health:
Accountability – Prioritize the responsible use of human, financial, and environmental resources.
Respect – Be part of a team that values diversity and inclusivity, providing services free from discrimination or judgment.
Health Equity – Work towards ensuring every Alaskan has equal access to opportunities for a healthy life, actively contributing to a more equitable future.
Integrity – Embrace a culture of transparency and ethical behavior while maintaining elevated standards in all pursuits.
Scientific Excellence – Actively contribute to scientific knowledge and leverage the best available information to shape public health policy.
The Benefits Of Joining Our Team Are you passionate about promoting the strengths and well-being of young Alaskans? Join our dynamic, passionate team fostering creativity and collaboration across Alaska communities. We prioritize your well-being and offer flexibility, self‑care opportunities, and a supportive work culture. As an intern, collaborate with our energetic team on adolescent health issues and gain skills applicable to future roles in public health and beyond.
This exempt, non‑permanent position provides overtime opportunities, some travel, and flexibility for your academic schedule. A commitment of at least 20 hours per week, up to full‑time (37.5 hours per week), with potential for a hybrid telework schedule after the initial training period. By taking part in this valuable internship, you can experience working with youth across Alaska. We tailor start and end dates to align with your academic calendar, with a possibility of working through summer and into the following school year.
Special Notice May attend conferences and meetings on weekends.
May require travel in and out of state once annually, up to three days.
Minimum Qualifications College Intern 1:
Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter).
College Intern 2:
Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);
In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;
Have successfully completed training as a College Intern 1 or 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program.
College Intern 3:
Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);
In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;
Have successfully completed training as a College Intern 2 or 56 semester (84 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program.
Currently enrolled in and attending upper division classes in a declared major related to the body of work to be performed.
Additional Required Information A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial is okay; please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts) is used to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.
Three (3) professional references, whom we may contact by phone, are required. One (1) of these references must be your current or most recent supervisor, if not already provided in the application.
Education To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
Work Experience When using work experience not documented in your application, please provide the employer's name, job title, employment dates, and whether you worked full‑time or part‑time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and if minimum qualifications are met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position you are applying for.
NOTE:
Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application.
The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.
EEO STATEMENT:
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer.
Contact Information Jennifer (Jenny) Baker / Public Health Specialist 2
Phone: 907-269-4517
Email: jennifer.baker@alaska.gov
Working Environment:
You Can Expect Join us at the Section of Women's, Children's, and Family Health, perfectly located on the third floor of the Frontier Building in midtown Anchorage at 3601 C Street. Enjoy stress‑free commuting, ample parking, and vibrant surroundings near Natural Pantry and Cuddy Family Park trails.
Salary This position is flexibly staffed at 1 (Range 08: $19.49/Hourly), 2 (Range 09: $20.68/Hourly), or 3 (Range 10: $21.96/Hourly), depending on the applicant's experience.
