AU, state health department partner to expand learning opportunities
"The students are building data analysis and communication skills, and we’re able to put their findings to practical use," says Christine O'Meara.
The Summer Public Health Scholars Program is a 8-week paid internship that includes hands-on experience and immersion in a public health research setting.
Scholars will attend weekly seminars and lectures with public health leaders. Faculty members will mentor interns, exposing them to the breadth of public health. Interested students should identify up to 2 faculty members with whom they would like to work. More information about each faculty member, including a broad description of their research interests can be found here.
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and be enrolled as a full-time student in an Augusta University graduate or professional degree program. Applicants must be in good academic standing with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4-point scale).
The application deadline will be March 1, 2023.
2. Submit Resume
You will need to submit a resume or CV containing current GPA via email with the e-mail
header "2023 Summer Scholars Resume"
School of Public Health
"The students are building data analysis and communication skills, and we’re able to put their findings to practical use," says Christine O'Meara.
"This grant represents a spectrum of sectors, including medical, behavioral health, mental health, public health, nursing and social work,” says Alicia Becton, PhD.
"It's an engagement opportunity every single year our students are able to have that also serves one of the greatest needs in our region," says AU President Russell T. Keen.
"We know we can’t do it alone, but with this community behind us, the future for Augusta University is incredibly bright," says AU President Russell T. Keen.