HRTP: A Public Health Internship Program

HRTP: A Public Health Internship Program at the NYC Health Department is one of the oldest and largest public health traineeships in the country

For over 50 years, HRTP has provided the opportunity for undergraduate, graduate and professional school students to experience some of the real life challenges of public health. By working on current relevant public health issues under the close supervision and mentorship of experienced professionals, students apply classroom learning to practical problems in a closely matched practicum.

HRTP operates in three sessions:

Summer Session: June-August | *Application Deadline*: February

• Full-time: Maximum 35 hours per week
• Part-time: Minimum 20 hours per week

Fall Session\*: September-December | *Application Deadline*: August Part-time only: Between 10 and 20 hours per week

Winter/Spring\*: January-May | *Application Deadline*: November Part-time only: Between 10 and 20 hours per week

\* *These sessions are open to local students only. NYC residency is required.*

To learn more about how to apply and to learn more about the program, please visit the HRTP website.