Job Title: Public Health Detailing Program Intern
Department: Public Health Detailing Program
Division: Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness
Bureau: Chronic Disease Prevention
Location: NYC Health Department: Gotham Center, 42-09 28th Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
Reports to Title: Senior Manager, Programming and Strategy, Public Health Detailing
Direct Reports Title(s): N/A
Schedule & Hours: This position offers a flexible part-time schedule of up to 20 hours per week, with hours available Monday through Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Workplace Flexibility Modality: A hybrid work schedule is available and will be discussed during the hiring process
Work Environment: Office environment
Grant End Date: 6/30/2026
Created Date: 8/27/2025
Revised Date: 9/8/2025
Salary: $20/hour
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Who We Are:
The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.
Our Culture:
We embrace a culture of learning, collaboration, innovation, and well-being, where open communication drives our impact.
About The Role:
The NYC Health Department is seeking a Part-Time Public Health Detailing Program Intern to support program activities including campaign development and qualitative research as well as program operations. This individual will have the opportunity to participate in both the programmatic and operational aspects of a city program, with a focus on chronic disease prevention and management. The position will provide a fantastic opportunity to learn and gain skills in the public health arena and be exposed to a wide range of public health issues and interventions.
About the Program:
The Public Health Detailing Program sits within the NYC Health Department. The program works with primary care providers, dentists, pharmacists and other clinical and community members to improve patient care relating to key public health challenges. Health Department representatives promote clinical preventive services and chronic disease management through the delivery of brief, targeted messages to health care providers, community stakeholders and staff at their practice sites. Modeled after the pharmaceutical sales approach, the Public Health Detailing Program builds on the Health Department’s extensive experience in medical provider education, health care quality improvement and community-based health promotion.
Responsibilities:Programming/Strategy:
- Assist in the development, editing and review of campaign materials related to chronic disease prevention and aimed at both health care providers and patients
- Actively participate in campaign workgroups as well as provide recaps and follow-ups after meetings
- Conduct qualitative research on chronic disease campaign topics
- Ensure public health detailing webpage is up-to-date and accurate
Operations/Administration:
- Assist in the planning and execution of trainings (create timelines, checklists, and ensure deadlines are met)
- Maintain a master spreadsheet categorizing historical and current program materials
- Assist in the coordination of material ordering, delivery, and all related logistics
- Book Outlook calendar appointments/Teams meetings, as requested
- Help with logistical and administrative day-to-day tasks
Requirements:
- Candidate must have completed or be in the process of a master’s degree in one of the following (or related) fields: public health, public policy, public administration
- 2-3 years’ work experience
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through
- Strong communication, writing, and editing skills
- Ability to work independently, be flexible, and handle changing workload with multiple projects and changing priorities
- Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and Adobe Acrobat.
- Other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and mission of the department/ organization.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
FPHNY is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
At-Will Employment Statement:
Employment with FPHNY is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.
Residency Requirement:
You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNY.
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