Question 1

How do I post my internship or practicum opportunity for students to apply?

Accepted Answer

If you are part of the NC Division of Public Health (NC DPH) or a local health department and are interested in posting an internship or practicum opportunity on our database, please visit our partners page and complete a submission form to let us know your contact details and some more about the position. The NCPHP Team will review your completed submission form and contact you with any questions. Once approved, we will display your opportunity on the Internship or Practicum Opportunities Database, where students may apply.

Question 2

What if my agency wants to establish a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a selected candidate’s academic institution?

Accepted Answer

Agencies wishing to establish formal agreements, including MOUs, with academic institutions are encouraged to consult with their business office or legal team and the academic institution’s program director or advisor to determine a path forward.

Benefits of Hiring an Intern or Practicum Student through NC Public Health Pathways

SAVE TIME & MONEY

We promote your position, boost its visibility, collect applications, and pre-screen candidates for the right fit.

ENHANCE TRAINING & SUPPORT

We provide students with supplemental training, professional development, and peer learning opportunities.

STRENGTHEN YOUR PARTNERSHIPS

We connect your health department with students statewide, strengthening academic-practice partnerships.

Success Stories

"Working with the Pathways team has been one of the most rewarding partnerships our department has had. The way they lead this program reflects a real commitment to strengthening public health across North Carolina.

From candidate selection to placement, it’s clear that they are thoughtful about matching the right student with the right host site to set everyone up for success."

Kyle Chambers, Chatham County Public Health Department
Spring 2026 Internship Program Supervisor

Ready to submit your position?

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I post my internship or practicum opportunity for students to apply?

What if my agency wants to establish a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a selected candidate’s academic institution?

Benefits of Hiring an Intern or Practicum Student through NC Public Health Pathways

SAVE TIME & MONEY

We promote your position, boost its visibility, collect applications, and pre-screen candidates for the right fit.

ENHANCE TRAINING & SUPPORT

We provide students with supplemental training, professional development, and peer learning opportunities.

STRENGTHEN YOUR PARTNERSHIPS

We connect your health department with students statewide, strengthening academic-practice partnerships.

Success Stories

"Working with the Pathways team has been one of the most rewarding partnerships our department has had. The way they lead this program reflects a real commitment to strengthening public health across North Carolina.

From candidate selection to placement, it’s clear that they are thoughtful about matching the right student with the right host site to set everyone up for success."

Kyle Chambers, Chatham County Public Health Department Spring 2026 Internship Program Supervisor

Ready to submit your position?

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I post my internship or practicum opportunity for students to apply?

What if my agency wants to establish a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a selected candidate’s academic institution?

Kyle Chambers, Chatham County Public Health Department
Spring 2026 Internship Program Supervisor