{"id":394,"date":"2026-01-02T17:57:48","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T17:57:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theopportunitygiver.co.za\/?p=394"},"modified":"2026-01-02T18:53:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T18:53:17","slug":"vdh-internship-academy-2026-paid-internship-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theopportunitygiver.co.za\/?p=394","title":{"rendered":"VDH Internship Academy 2026 \u2013 Paid Internship Programme"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Organisation:<\/strong> Virginia Department of Health (VDH)<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> Virginia, USA (Various locations including Richmond, VA)<br><strong>Programme Type:<\/strong> Paid Internship<br><strong>Work Type:<\/strong> Part-Time (40 hours per week)<br><strong>Hourly Pay:<\/strong> $20 per hour<br><strong>Posted:<\/strong> 30 December 2025<br><strong>Application Closing Date:<\/strong> 31 January 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Programme Overview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>VDH Internship Academy 2026<\/strong> is a structured, paid internship programme designed for students and recent graduates who are interested in public health and related career fields. Interns gain hands-on experience by working within Virginia Department of Health programmes, local health departments, or central office teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The programme emphasizes <strong>mentorship, professional development, networking, and real-world project experience<\/strong>, preparing interns for future careers in public service, healthcare, administration, and technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internship Areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interns may be placed in one of the following areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Public Health Programmes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finance &amp; Accounting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communications &amp; Social Media<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information Technology &amp; Systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graphic Design &amp; Visual Communication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Placements are available across <strong>local health departments and VDH Central Offices<\/strong>, including Richmond, Virginia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Programme Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Kick-off Event:<\/strong> 2-day in-person orientation at Richmond Central Office<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mentorship:<\/strong> Each intern is assigned a dedicated professional mentor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weekly Virtual Sessions:<\/strong> Guest speakers, skills training, and interactive learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Networking Opportunities:<\/strong> Engagement with experienced VDH professionals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Closing Ceremony:<\/strong> 2-day in-person wrap-up event in Richmond, VA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation &amp; Meals:<\/strong> Provided for kick-off and closing events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paid internship at <strong>$20\/hour<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practical, hands-on work experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional mentorship and career guidance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exposure to public health and government operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Networking and career advancement opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note: Interns do not receive pay for state holidays.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility Criteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must be <strong>18 years or older<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be <strong>legally eligible to work in the United States<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Educational Status:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Currently enrolled in an undergraduate, master\u2019s, or terminal degree programme, OR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduated within the last <strong>12 months<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum <strong>cumulative GPA of 3.0<\/strong> (unofficial transcripts accepted)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to pass a <strong>Virginia State Police criminal background check<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must <strong>not<\/strong> be a current VDH full-time employee, wage employee, or contractor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students from <strong>all academic disciplines<\/strong> are encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants must submit the following documents online:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Resume<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Letter of Interest (1\u20132 pages)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Font size 11 or higher<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No applicant name or university listed (anonymous review)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explain interest in public health or public service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highlight relevant skills and experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Academic Transcript<\/strong> (unofficial accepted, showing GPA through Fall 2025)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Selection Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anonymous screening of letters using a standardized rubric<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ranking based on GPA, motivation, field of study, and graduation year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Virtual interviews (up to 45 minutes) with host sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Placement considers geographic and programme preferences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Interview Notifications:<\/strong> Early March 2026<br><strong>Final Acceptance Decisions:<\/strong> No later than 17 April 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Dates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications Open:<\/strong> 19 December 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Applications Close:<\/strong> 31 January 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interview Outcomes:<\/strong> Early March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final Decisions:<\/strong> By 17 April 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redcap.vdh.virginia.gov\/redcap\/surveys\/?s=3JHA4LXF3PKKFP4R\">APPLY HERE<\/a><\/strong> : 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