Summer Intern, Precinct 3

About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

• Transparency- We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity- Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect- We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact -We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration- We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

Position Overview:

• Learn about the HCPH organization, and the services we provide to the Community
• Plan, organize, and execute community outreach events to education community on public health issues and/or provide services
• Plan, organize, and execute community projects for the benefit of county residents
• Work with an Administrative Function: Finance, Epidemiology, Communications, Planning, Emergency Response, Health Equity, Information Technology or other Public Health related program
• Create evaluation tools and analyze data from population surveys or budget expenditures
• Collect and analyze data from residents with infectious or chronic diseases, substance abuse issues, pregnant mothers, and children, etc. for state or federal grant funded health programs
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders regarding public health efforts
• Prepare a poster presentation at the end of the internship

• Must be at lease 18 years of age.
• Active enrollment in an undergraduate degree or trade program
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Must be a resident of Harris County Precinct 3
  • *Visit the following link to find out what is your Precinct: https://harriscounty.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/lookup/index.html?appid=bf889408111e4213b5bb8f764f52be87
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week, from June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills:Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.

• Communication Skills:This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.

• Health Advancement Skills:This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.

• Community Partnership Skills:This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.

• Public Health Science Skills:This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

Languages:

• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time position.
• Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• Other days and hours as necessary for engagement event.

Work Environment:

• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

• This is a largely sedentary role; however, some duties would require the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.

Work Location:

• Harris County Public Health - 1111 Fannin St. Houston, Texas 77002