Internship and Career Fair
Thursday, April 3, 2025 | 1:30-4:30 P.M.
Set up for employers at 1:00 P.M.
University of Memphis, Maxine A. Smith University Center Ballroom AB (320)
The School of Public Health Career & Internship Fair is the premier event for students and employers to connect, explore opportunities, and build a stronger workforce. Students gain direct access to internships, jobs, and volunteer positions, while employers engage with top talent ready to make an impact in healthcare, government, nonprofit, and corporate sectors.
With 27+ major organizations in attendance, this event is the perfect opportunity to network, recruit, and discover the future of public health. Join us on April 3, 2025, and take the next step in shaping careers and communities!
Why Attend?
- Explore job, internship, and volunteer opportunities in public health
- Meet & network with 27+ top healthcare organizations and industry leaders
- Learn what employers are looking for in public health professionals
- Take the next step in your career—whether you’re just starting out or ready for the next level
- This is your chance to connect with community partners, discover career pathways, and showcase your skills to potential employers—all in one place!
- 💡 Pro Tip: Stay tuned for upcoming prep workshops to help you make the most of the fair!
Who should attend?
Open to all students currently enrolled at the School of Public Health including:
- Undergraduate students with a declared major/minor in public health
- Graduate and doctoral students (MPH, MHA, MS, PhD)
- Students in certificate programs
Register to attend
Glimpses from Fall 2024 Internship and Career Fair
Participating Organizations
Tennessee Department of Health
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- Internships: Paid internships for fall, spring, and summer. The next application cycle opens on March 15 and closes April 15
- Jobs: Multiple openings for full-time and part-time positions
- Public Health Executive Fellowship for Bachelor's and master's level graduates who've completed their degrees in the past 12 months.
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- Practicum Placement: Knowledge of Google Suites and Microsoft Office Suites, efficiency with email, strong written and verbal communication skills, postsecondary education, work experience with youth, and ability to work in high stress situations.
- Volunteer opportunities, when needed.
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- Internships: Community Engagement Interns (part-time and unpaid but students are eligible to receive a scholarship up to $1,000).
- Responsibilities: Make presentations, host events, develop marketing campaigns, participate in community outreach events, recruit volunteers to serve as blood drive coordinators, coordinate communications with volunteer blood drive coordinators, and innovate new ways to rebuild the volunteer blood donor base.
- Skills required: Excellent Oral and Communications Skills, Public Speaking Skills, Able to Work Autonomously, Organizational and Marketing Skills, and Community Engagement Skills.
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- Internships and Practicum opportunities
- Multiple openings in various departments
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- Full or part-time internships
Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation
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- Paid Internship/Practicum Placement – Health Data Analytics
University of Tennessee – HR & Preventive Medicine Department
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- Various jobs available
- Practicum Placement
- Note: UTHSC post different positions daily so the types of jobs can vary.
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- Paid Internships and Practicum Placement
- Internship with the Green Leaf Farm: is seeking passionate and dedicated interns to support its mission of addressing food insecurity and promoting health and wellness in the South Memphis community. Interns will have the opportunity to work hands-on in urban agriculture, community engagement, and educational programming, making a meaningful impact on local families and youth. Collaborate on health and nutrition workshops to educate families on food as medicine and sustainable living practices. Participate in the planning and execution of community events and initiatives focused on food access and wellness. Provide support for data collection, reporting, and evaluation of program outcomes. Serve as a liaison between the farm and the community, building relationships to strengthen partnerships. Strong interest in urban agriculture, public health, nutrition, or education.
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- Practicum placements
- Looking for interns that want to learn about the relationship between housing and unhealthy/healthy families
TN Department of Children's Services
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- Jobs
- Case Manager I, full-time. Child welfare positions open across the state of TN.
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- Practicum Placement and volunteer opportunities
- Volunteer opportunities:
- Food Pantry Friend: Assist in providing nutritious monthly food bags filled with fresh and locally sourced items. Delivery options are available for clients in need.
- Promotional Friend: Help raise awareness and support for Friends For All by assembling distribution bags with health education materials. These will be provided at outreach events and through our partner organizations.
- Feast For Friends: Join us in hosting our monthly gathering where clients enjoy an evening of entertainment and dining. Volunteers will assist in preparing and serving meals in a delightful sit-down format.
St. Jude HPV Cancer Program and Department of Hematology
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- HPV Cancer Program: Paid Internship/Practicum placement
- Seeking a student in public health or a related social and behavioral science field who has an interest in dissemination and implementation science, social and behavioral science, training and technical assistance, quantitative and qualitative research, evidence-based approaches, partnered research, and community mobilization. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. A suitable candidate will be able to work autonomously and with a team and work onsite at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
- Department of Hematology: Paid internships/practicum placements - We have several registry studies for non-malignant hematologic diseases, including sickle cell, hemophilia, and bone marrow failure syndrome. For these roles, there would be opportunities for data abstraction, preliminary statistical analysis, recruitment and consenting of participants, conducting qualitative research (interviews), literature reviews, and some assistance on the production of academic products.
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- Paid Internship/Practicum & Job
- Research Data Assistant Practicum/Internship: Can be full- or part-time. This position works closely with the clinical side of our Research team. Experience with clinical research phases II, III, and IV + familiarity with electronic data capture and clinical data management systems preferred. In this role, a student would assist with data management, quality assurance, and administrative tasks. Additionally, we could host a student to assist with grant-writing and the more administrative tasks of our Research team.
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- Practicum/Internship Placement for Public Health and MHA student
Church Health & Church Health - The Well Inc.
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- Post-graduate Fellowship & Practicum Placement
- https://churchhealth.org/internship-opportunities/
- https://churchhealth.org/scholars/
- https://churchhealth.org/jobs/
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- Full & Part-time Internships
- MedTemps has opportunities for full time and part time internships. We are a staffing agency that hires for medical positions only. We would allow students to learn about the hiring process and help them gain more knowledge about HR inside of an organization.
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- Full & Part-time Internships
- We provide full time and part time internship opportunities. This is an unpaid internship. We have opportunities for students to focus on data, administration, and many other topics that fall in the healthcare leadership realm.
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- Job, Paid Internship, & Practicum Placement - Full-time, Facilitator https://girlsincmemphis.bamboohr.com/careers/70
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- Job & Practicum Placement
- Seeking candidates for full time healthcare opportunities
MIFA (Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association)
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- Volunteer Opportunities
Planned Parenthood of TN and North MS
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- Job - West TN Grassroots Organizer (full-time) experience in community organizing, event planning, volunteer training and recruitment, and reproductive healthcare advocacy.
- Paid Internships
- Practicum placements
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- Jobs - Clinical Support Staff, FT/PT, CMAs, DAs, NPs, MDs
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- Fieldwork placements - Internships are based on students selected country and offered by our partner providers. Include 6-credit hours towards degree. Intended for Undergraduates.
Tips to help you succeed at the Career Fair
- Research the Organizations
Before attending, research the participating companies to understand their job openings, values, and culture. This will help you have meaningful conversations. - Bring Print Copies of Your Resume
Set up a resume review meeting with Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator for Experiential Learning and Career services (jamecia.richardson@memphis.edu). - Dress Professionally
Business formal or professional attire is a must. - Practice Your Elevator Pitch
Prepare a 30-60 second pitch about your skills, interests, and what you're looking for in a career. Be concise and confident. - Ask Insightful Questions
Engage recruiters with thoughtful questions about the company’s culture, job roles, growth opportunities, or the industry’s future. It shows genuine interest. - Be Respectful of Recruiter’s Time
Be respectful of other students waiting in line. Keep your conversations concise, and don’t take up too much time. - Follow-Up After the Event
Collect business cards and send a polite follow-up email to recruiters thanking them for their time. Mention something specific you discussed. - Stay Open-Minded
Try to engage with all organizations, even if they do not have open positions right now. Sometimes a good conversation can open unexpected doors.
