Communications Fellowship - CDC

Organization
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Reference Code
CDC-NCHS-2017-0089
How to Apply

A complete application consists of:      

All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.

If you have questions, send an email to CDCrpp@orau.org. Please include the reference code for this opportunity in your email.

Description

A fellowship opportunity is available to support the Public Affairs Office, National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in Hyattsville, Maryland.

The student will assist in the development of completing communication plans for an organization.  The student will also assist with providing program officials advisory, planning, and technical services in designing approaches resolving public affairs problems in various program areas.

* Desired Start Date: June 1, 2017 *

* Length of appointment: 3 months *

This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. The initial appointment is for 3 months, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. The appointment is full-time at CDC in the Hyattsville, Maryland area. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

Qualifications
  • High school student or Undergraduate

Eligibility Requirements
  • Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen
  • Degree: Currently pursuing a High School Diploma/GED, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree.
  • Discipline(s):
    • Communications and Graphics Design (2 )
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