Internship Support
The University of Michigan School of Public Health Careers Team helps students in their ongoing professional development. The Careers Team can support students in preparing application materials, including resumes/CVs, cover letters, personal statements, etc., for positions and funding requests. They can also help with networking, informational interviews, interview preparation (including mock interviews), and negotiations once students secure a position.
- View the SPH Careers Gateway for more information and schedule an appointment.
- Visit The Heights
for more information on how to find an internship.
*While students at all levels are welcome to explore and complete internship opportunities, most opportunities are geared toward master's students and fulfilling curriculum requirements.
Academic Department and Program Support
Each department has a unique system in place to support students. Connect with your Department Program Coordinator to learn more. Below are a few department-specific resources:
Advisors/Faculty: More than a quarter of internships are found through the help of advisors or departmental faculty. Network and let them know what you are looking for and ask for any contacts.
Visit School of Public Health Faculty Profiles, Centers and Initiatives, and Research Projects to see which contacts you should reach out to regarding potential internships.
Office of Public Health Practice and Global Engagement Global Public Health Master's Level Internship Fund
U-M SPH master's level students are invited to apply for funding to support internships in global public health abroad, in the U.S., and with indigenous communities. Learn more about Global Public Health Internship Funding deadline and award amounts on our website.
We also help students identify and navigate applying for other global funding opportunities across campus.
SPH Internship Fund
This award is meant to help ease the burden for University of Michigan School of Public Health Master's students completing required unpaid or underpaid internships. Learn more about the Michigan Public Health Internship Fund deadline and award amounts on the Public Health Practice and Global Engagement website.
Women’s Health Internship Fund
This award is available to support University of Michigan School of Public Health students (undergraduate or master's) pursuing internships with a women’s health focus. Learn more about the Women's Health Internship Fund deadline and award amounts on the Public Health Practice and Global Engagement website.
Region V Public Health Training Center Funding
The Region V Public Health Training Center provides funding for undergraduate and graduate student summer internships.
Rackham Graduate School Support (PhD)
- The University of Michigan's Rackham Graduate School currently offers internship funding programs for doctoral students.View Academic Term Internship Fellowships.
Mark and Myra Sorensen International Travel Scholarship
The Mark and Myra Sorensen International Travel Scholarship is designed to support students who will participate in study, internship, volunteer, or research programs abroad. The scholarship's goal is to fund a diverse array of students, regardless of field of study. The Global Engagement and Education Abroad (GEEA) team at the International Center manages the Sorensen Scholarship.
Awards will be made in the amount of at least $750 to cover expenses such as program fees, transportation, room and board, and/or local excursions made in connection with the project. Scholarship awards are contingent upon the availability of funds.
Library Student Mini Grants
Working on an innovative and collaborative project that has a real-world impact on global scholarship, community support, or diversity and inclusion?
We can provide customized mentorship and up to $1,000 to support your work.