The Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a dynamic individual to provide overall support to the Division for Family Health Data and Analytics (DFHDA) and will work with a team of epidemiologists and data managers. This Student Intern position will support DFHDA through developing and implementing a REDCap database for tracking internal and external data requests involving division datasets including PELL, PRAMS, Vital Records used by DFHDA, and Birth Defects data. REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) is a secure web application for building and managing online surveys and databases. Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): The intern will meet with each dataset program to learn about typical requests, data elements, frequency, and purposes. They will develop and build a survey/process within REDCap to identify the requests, indicating data elements, purpose, staff involved, unique or routine request, status of request, location of files/codes, and status of IRB applications if needed. The intern will also develop reports to monitor the database use and make improvements to the process as needed. Preferred Qualifications: Currently enrolled full- or part-time in a graduate or undergraduate program at an accredited college or university. Strong organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to gather and synthesize information by asking thoughtful questions from individuals throughout the division. Ability to organize and maintain files and records Capacity to follow written and oral instructions and communicate in a precise, understandable manner Ability to establish rapport with others and work in a collaborative environment Having a growth mindset and strong desire to learn Familiarity with process improvement methods Familiarity with creating forms or surveys preferred Experience with REDCap, Survey Monkey, or Checkbox a plus Web or graphic design experience a plus Contract Period of Service: December 2025-June30,2026 (option to renew) /(Renewable subject to appropriation)./ Additional Contract Information: Benefits are unavailable with the exception of sick leave accruals. Contracts are renewable, subject to the Department approval, performance, and allocation of funds. All employees will be paid on a biweekly basis and must have direct deposit. Agency Mission: The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including inequities in chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, and preventable hospitalizations. DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to assure that the conditions under which people live are most conducive to health and enable people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. We license health professionals, healthcare facilities and a variety of businesses that impact public health. We operate the state laboratory and four public health hospitals. We monitor health status and manage vital records including births, marriages, and deaths. We educate people about public health issues and work closely with local boards of health and community partners to identify and solve public health problems. Learn more about our important work:https://www.mass.gov/orgs/bureau-of-family-health-and-nutritio __ Pre-Offer Process: A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. 4 First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: None. Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: ContractorOrganization: Department of Public Health Title: Contracted Student Intern Location: Massachusetts-Boston-250 Washington Street Requisition ID: 250007YY
