NC Division of Public Health Fellowship

Key Components

• Synchronous Learning (Hybrid Educational Sessions): Required educational sessions once a month (mixture of virtual and in-person) that allow for hands-on practice building tangible and strategic skills needed for public health practice.

• Asynchronous Learning (E-Learns): Required e-learns based on the Public Health Services Framework that provide essential and contextual information about public health in NC and incorporate real-world examples, case studies, and knowledge checks. The e-learns complement the learning that takes place in the educational sessions and are designed so that the content applies to staff in various public health roles.

• Individual Coaching Sessions: Coaching sessions with a professional coach every month, where fellows can discuss professional goals, program progress, and their skills application project.

• Applied Learning Opportunities:

  • Skills Application Project: A required project to be completed during the fellowship that will be based on the fellow’s area of interest and expertise and allow for self-directed learning. Projects can be included in the professional portfolio and will be presented during the final monthly in-person educational session.

  • Professional Development Events: The opportunity to attend professional development and networking events identified by the Pathways Program Team. Fellow attendance is strongly encouraged at the North Carolina Public Health Association (NCPHA) Fall Educational Conference and the North Carolina Public Health Leaders Conference each year.

Topics Covered

Year One Fellowship:

• Introduction to NC Public Health & Your Role

• Health Equity & Ethics

• Public Health Communications

• Career Prep & Networking

• Data & Opportunity

Year Two Fellowship:

• Advanced Health Equity & Policy

• Leadership & Systems Thinking

• Public Health Budgeting & Resource Allocation

Recent graduates within three years of graduating from a related degree program are welcome to apply for open positions listed on the DPH Fellowship Opportunities Database. When applying for an open position, interested candidates should ensure their degree reflects the requirement of the position.

NC DPH is looking for candidates that have:

• A strong academic record

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A desire to work collaboratively as part of a team

• A genuine interest in advancing public health in North Carolina
  

NC DPH and the Pathways Program welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and encourages those interested in applying to check open positions listed on the DPH Fellowship Opportunities Database.

If selected for a DPH Fellowship position, you will be employed in an 11-month full-time temporary position for each year of the program through the state’s Temporary Solutions program. Hourly pay is position dependent. A high-deductible health insurance plan will be available within the first month of onboarding. No other benefits are offered. To learn more about Temporary Employment at NC DPH, please visit their FAQ page.