• HIV Integrated Community Planning Intern – Fall 2026 – Remote

    Candidates must have secure home internet access, a hotspot, or VPN and the ability to work remotely while collaborating with program staff at the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).  

     

    The HIV Integrated Community Planning Intern will support the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) by assisting with statewide HIV integrated community planning initiatives. This internship provides hands-on experience in public health program planning, inter-agency collaboration, community engagement, and evaluation activities aligned with Illinois’ Integrated HIV Plan.  

    This opportunity is ideal for a motivated, graduate-level student who is passionate about public health, HIV prevention, and community-based initiatives, and who thrives in both independent and collaborative environments. 

     

    Responsibilities: 

    • Collaborate with the Illinois HIV Integrated Planning Council (IHIPC) and its subcommittees to support ongoing planning initiatives. 

    • Track and report activity status during IHIPC and subcommittee meetings. 

    • Assist with the implementation of committee recommendations and strategic planning goals. 

    • Draft and organize official meeting minutes in compliance with Open Meetings Act requirements. 

    • Support public awareness efforts by assisting with the development of educational materials and campaigns that promote best practices. 

    • Contribute to professional development and outreach initiatives related to HIV prevention and wellness promotion. 

    • Assist with the creation and distribution of quarterly newsletters. 

    • Manage the HIV Integrated Community Planning shared mailbox and respond to all inquiries within 24 hours. 

    • Conduct research and identify new opportunities aligned with the Illinois Integrated Plan and the intern’s skills and interests. 

    • Perform additional duties as assigned that fall within the scope of integrated planning and program support. 

     

    Requirements: 

    • Must be in good academic standing and currently enrolled in a graduate program in Public Health, Community Health, Health Communication, Health Administration, or a related field. 

    • Demonstrated interest in HIV, wellness promotion, or community-based public health initiatives. 

    • Secure home internet access, a hotspot, or VPN. 

     

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:  

    • Experience with community outreach, health education, research, or program planning. 

    • Familiarity with mental health systems, screening tools, or prevention strategies is preferred. 

    • Ability to read and understand data. 

    • Public communication experience is a plus. 

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

    • Project management experience is a plus. 

    • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders in a remote environment. 

     

    Schedule and Compensation:  

    This internship will be for the Fall 2026 semesters (start and end dates are flexible) and will require a minimum of 20 hours per week.  


    This is an unpaid internship, but academic credit may be available depending on your institution’s policies and guidelines – please speak with an academic advisor. 


    All applications must be submitted by 9 a.m., Thursday, July 16, 2026 to be considered for this internship. 

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