Intern

The Arizona Department of Health Services is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of Arizona’s children and adults. They are seeking a talented intern to assist in enteric case investigations and management, while gaining valuable experience in public health practices and agency operations. Responsibilities Enteric case investigation and case management activities Help develop and update interview training modules Participate in inter and intra-agency meetings Provide support for food and waterborne disease surveillance and outbreak response efforts Support enteric disease surveillance, case investigations, and outbreak response activities Skills Current GPA standing of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Working towards a degree Strong verbal and communication skills Knowledge of public health practices and procedures Skills in applying effective interviewing techniques Time management, organization, planning and problem solving skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and attention to detail Possession of and the ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment Successful completion of the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) Spanish speaking is a plus but not necessary Creative, curious, persistent! Benefits Affordable medical and dental insurance plans Paid vacation and sick time Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program) 10 paid holidays per year Wellness program and plans Life insurance Short/long-term disability insurance Defined retirement plan Award winning Infant at Work program Credit union membership Transit subsidy ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program Company Overview The Arizona Department of Health Services is dedicated to Health and Wellness for All Arizonans. It was founded in 1979, and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is