Health Educator Intern
AGENCY / ORGANIZATION
LOCATION DETAILS
Burke County Health Department
Hybrid
Intern must be available one weekday per month for in-person engagement at Burke County Health Department (700 E Parker Road Morganton, NC 28655). The specific weekday for onsite work is flexible and up to the intern. In-person attendance is also required on the day of the health fair to gain hands-on experience and the opportunity to assist with event operations.
START DATE
END DATE
U.S. CITIZEN REQUIREMENT
August 18, 2025
December 3, 2025
Yes
Position Summary
The Health Educator Intern will play a key role in supporting the development and execution of the Spring Health Fair for Burke County Public Health. Responsibilities will include assisting with event planning, coordinating with community partners, and helping to create engaging health education materials for community members. Additionally, the intern will support the department’s social media efforts by developing content that promotes public health initiatives and upcoming events. This position offers hands-on experience in community outreach, health communication, and event coordination within a public health setting.
Pay & Compensation
TYPE:
Unpaid Internship*
COMPENSATION RANGE:
NON-MONETARY BENEFITS:
Parking is Free and students would be able to use printers and scanners within our health department. Students will also be able to utilize programs we have online for development like canva, surveymonkey, hootsuite.
*If with a partnership with another organization, it could become paid but not guaranteed.
Position Topic Areas
Food Access and Food Systems, Tobacco Use Smoking Vaping, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Physical Activity and Exercise Science, Health Education
Work Products
Databases and Spreadsheets, Materials (e.g. communication and media), Websites, Toolkits, Plans (e.g. engagement program evaluation marketing and dissemination)
Roles & Responsibilities
Assist in planning and organizing the Spring Health Fair, including logistics, scheduling, and outreach.
Collaborate with staff and community partners to secure vendors, speakers, and resources for the event.
Create and distribute promotional materials for the health fair (flyers, brochures, social media posts, etc.).
Support the development of health education content tailored to community needs.
Manage and update social media platforms with engaging and informative public health content.
Participate in staff meetings and planning sessions related to public health initiatives.
Provide administrative support as needed for public health education programs.
Required Skills & Experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write professional emails and social media content.
Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) and digital communication strategies.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a professional setting.
Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and coordinate event logistics.
Comfortable interacting with diverse populations and representing the health department in public settings.
Detail-oriented with the ability to follow directions and adapt to feedback.
Reliable transportation for when need in the office
Preferred Skills & Experience
Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Public Health, Health Education, or a related field.
Basic knowledge of public health principles and a passion for community health improvement.
Additional Information
Interns can expect to work 10-15 hours per week. Internship hours are flexible and can accommodate student's individual needs and schedule. A weekly virtual check-in with the intern is required to review progress and address any questions or challenges that may arise. Internship can meet University internship requirements if needed.