Career Development
Below is a list of institutions and organizations across various sectors, all of which offer trainings, internships, programs, and other opportunities in public health disaster management.
Trainings
Federal Emergency Management Institute
The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) offers self-paced courses designed for people who have emergency management responsibilities and the general public. All are offered free-of-charge to those who qualify for enrollment.
Click here to access the training.
Local & National
NYU Department of Public Safety, Office of Emergency Management
NYC Office of Emergency Management
“The agency is responsible for coordinating citywide emergency planning and response for all types and scales of emergencies. It is staffed by more than 200 dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise, including individuals assigned from other City agencies.”
Click here to view current job openings with NYCEM.
Red Cross – Greater New York Region
“Headquartered in New York City, the Greater New York Region serves more than 12 million people in New York City; Long Island; Rockland, and Westchester counties; and Greenwich, Conn. We respond to approximately seven emergencies and disasters a day across the region—home fires, floods, building collapses—and more, providing shelter, food, clothing and emotional support at no cost to those in need. Read more about the Red Cross Mission.”
Click here for more information on the Red Cross Greater New York Region Internship Program.
New York Disaster Interfaith Services (NYDIS)
“NYDIS is a nonprofit organization comprising faith-based service providers and charitable organizations who work to ensure that communities are prepared for disasters and to support disaster response and recovery in New York City. Among its offerings is an online resource collection with tip sheets and materials to support planning and recovery.“
Click here to view current positions at the NYDIS.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
“FEMA is a team of federal leaders who support people and communities by providing experience, perspective, and resources in emergency management. Each employee finds strength and value from their role at FEMA, whether they are helping others in the office or in the field.“
Click here to view current positions at FEMA.
State of New Jersey Department of Health
The Department of Health received various Civil Service Commission decisions approving interim appointments for Unclassified Service positions within the Department of Health. The interim appointments under various grants have been established and may remain funded through December 30, 2027.
Click here to view current positions at NJDOH.
International & Global
International Rescue Committee
“The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, including the conflict in Ukraine and the crisis in Afghanistan. We help to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. And we are proud to fight for a world where women and girls have an equal chance to succeed.”
Click here to read about careers at IRC.
United Nations
Click here for more information on interning for the UN.
Click here to read more about job vacancies at the UN.
Center for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters (CRED)
Each intern is integrated into one of the research programs of the centre (disaster or conflict research programs). The actual content of the work is decided based on each intern’s qualifications and experience.
Click here to view job vacancies at CRED.
International Committee of The Red Cross
Pan American Health Organization Internship and Practicum Program
“The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) recognizes the importance of a new generation of public health leaders who understand global health issues, and the role international organizations play in achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and addressing critical health issues.
In this regard, the PAHO Internship and Practicum Program (IPP) aims to train young and energetic individuals entering the field of public health who are interested in providing services to PAHO on a voluntary basis. PAHO interns/volunteers are matched with appropriate technical or administrative programs based on their personal interests and skills. Placement opportunities include at PAHO Headquarters in Washington DC, PAHO Country Offices, as well as the Pan American Centers in North and South America or in the Caribbean region.”
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
“U.S. foreign assistance has always had the twofold purpose of furthering America’s interests while improving lives in the developing world. USAID carries out U.S. foreign policy by promoting broad-scale human progress at the same time it expands stable, free societies, creates markets and trade partners for the United States, and fosters good will abroad.”
Click here for more information on careers at USAID.
Fellowships
NYU Langone: Fellowship and Internships
This opportunity is designed to expose undergraduate and graduate students to the field of emergency management in a hospital setting. The primary goal is to allow interns to gain knowledge and experience in the field of emergency management. Throughout the internship, interns take a lead role in mobilizing and training hospital staff as emergency volunteers. Interns will also participate in meetings, drills, and exercises under the supervision of Emergency Management staff. Interns may have the opportunity to observe functions of other departments at NYU Langone Health during the course of their internship.
Click here to read more about the program.
CDC: Public Health Emergency Management Fellowship
CDC’s Public Health Emergency Management (PHEM) Fellowship is conducted twice a year at CDC in Atlanta, Georgia. The fellowship builds PHEM capacity among members of the international public health community through standardized training, mentorship, and technical assistance. It targets mid-career professionals who work in public health preparedness and response in countries who have signed onto International Health Regulations.
Click here for more information about the program.
NYC Emergency Management: John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service
Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) Fellowships
ASPPH works with practice partners locally and nationally to prepare the future public health workforce through mentored, practical training experiences.
Click here for more information on fellowships and internships with ASPPH.
ORISE Research Participation Programs at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Interested in learning about educational and training programs designed to engage students and recent graduates in the environmental research performed at EPA? Whether you are interested in joining the programs, are a current participant, or are an EPA employee sponsoring or mentoring participants, our site has valuable information for you. We welcome you to learn more about our programs by selecting the category that best describes you.
Click here to view EPA’s research opportunities.