Public Health Student Intern (Unpaid) - 2026 FALL Semester

Public Health Student Intern (Unpaid) - 2026 FALL Semester

Salary

$0.00 Hourly

Location

VARIOUS LOCATIONS ACROSS SAN ANTONIO, TX

Job Type

4C Temp

Job Number

2026-01106

Department

SA Metro Health District

Opening Date

06/17/2026

Closing Date

8/9/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
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Job Summary

Under general supervision, is assigned to a division within the City of San Antonios Metro Health District to assist in general administrative functions for the purpose of developing a working knowledge of a targeted area in public health. Performs internship duties in accordance with benchmarked professional positions. Level of duties performed depends on type of program and degree program the student is enrolled in. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises no supervision.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM 13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

SAMHD is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM 15.1, all staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

Work Location

Locations vary by assignment

Work Hours

Work schedules are flexible and vary by assignment and class schedule, but generally include up to 20 hours per week worked Monday - Friday during normal business hours, between 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; may vary by location or clinic hours.

Essential Job Functions

• Learns about area of career interest by applying major area of studies, observing, and assisting professionals in the assigned department where work will be performed.
• May assist in the coordination, administration, and/or monitoring of specific programs.
• May assist with conducting research, collecting and organizing data, performing analyses, and preparing reports.
• May propose solutions to existing problems and discuss recommendations with administrative personnel.
• If assigned to a health clinic, may assist with providing clinical services.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

Student Intern I

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
• Must be enrolled in a U.S. Department of Education accredited Associates Degree program, vocational or technical school, with the first year of the program completed.

Student Intern II

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
• Must be enrolled in U.S. Department of Education accredited undergraduate degree program.

Student Intern III

• Must be enrolled in a U.S. Department of Education accredited degree program, graduate, or postgraduate.

Special Instruction

A resume is required and must be attached to your online application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Enrollment in U.S. Department of Education accredited degree program related to Public Health, Community Health, or any degree program that can support San Antonio Metro Health in other areas (Health Policy, Marketing, Communications, Performance Improvement, etc.).

Applicant Information

• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing rudimentary software.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to gather information for reports.
• Ability to learn pertinent Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

What best describes the type of program you will be enrolled in during the Fall 2026 semester?

• Vocational or Technical School Program
• Associates Degree Program
• Bachelors Degree Program
• Masters Degree Program
• Doctoral / Juris Doctoral Degree Program (PhD or JD)
• Other Program
• I will not be enrolled in a program at a vocational/technical school, college, or university during the Fall 2026 semester.

04

Please list your degree major/minor:

05

Is an internship or practicum required for your degree?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered yes to the previous question, how many hours are you required to complete for your internship?

07

Please list the school you are affiliated with:

08

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

09

Select any of the following areas within the Community Health and Safety Division you are interested in interning with:

• Violence Prevention
• Maternal Child Health
• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Oral Health
• I am not interested in interning with the Community Health and Safety Division.

10

Select any of the following areas within the Operations & Organizational Performance Division you are interested in interning with:

• Performance Improvement
• Contracts
• Fiscal Operations
• Marketing/Communications
• I am not interested in interning with the Operations & Organizational Performance Division.

11

Select any of the following areas within the Communicable Disease Division you are interested in interning with:

• STI/HIV Prevention
• Environmental Health (includes Emergency Preparedness)
• Tuberculosis Prevention
• Labs
• Epidemiology
• I am not interested in interning with the Communicable Disease Division.

12

Select any of the following areas within the the Directors Office you are interested in interning with:

• Mental Health Office
• Center for Policy & Health Improvement
• Workforce Development
• Office of Epi Analytics & Informatics
• I am not interested in interning with the Directors Office.

13

In 300 words or less, what are your career goals? How will this internship help you attain those goals?

14

I understand that City of San Antonio internship positions are intended for students enrolled in a vocational/technical, undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral degree program at the time of the internship and I affirm that I will be enrolled in a degree program throughout the internship.

• Yes, I understand and affirm.
• No, I do not understand and/or I do not affirm.

15

I understand that the purpose of this application is to request an internship with the City of San Antonio. I also understand that my application will be forwarded to the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District for consideration and that an internship opportunity is not guaranteed.

• I agree.
• I do not agree.

16

I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge

17

I understand that the San Antonio Metro Health District provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

• Agree
• Disagree

18

I understand that the San Antonio Metro Health District is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM15.1, all staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

• Agree
• Disagree

19

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx