The Florida Department of Health in Miami Dade (DOH-Miami-Dade) provides opportunities for students to expand their knowledge and practice related to public health through internships. In order for a student to participate in an internship their university/school must have an agreement with the DOH-Miami-Dade. 

We handle requests for internships on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability. Health Clinic internships, especially, reach capacity months before the desired intern start date.

The following internship programs are example placement options:

  • Preventive Services
  • Family Planning
  • Epidemiology
  • WIC and Nutrition
  • Community Health and Planning
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Environmental Health
  • Community Events
  • STD/HIV Prevention and Control Program
What universities and schools have an agreement with DOH-Miami-Dade?
  • Barry University
  • Coral Gables Hospital
  • Florida Atlantic University
  • Florida International University
  • Kaiser University
  • Miami Dade College
  • Miami Regional University
  • Nova Southeastern University, Inc. 
  • PASCO Dietetic Internship
  • Piberry Institute, Inc. 
  • South Broward Hospital DBA Memorial Healthcare Systems
  • St. Thomas University, Inc. 
  • University of Arizona
  • University of Miami
  • University of North Florida
  • Variety Children’s Hospital D/B/A Nicklaus Children’s Hospital 
  • West Coast University, Inc.
How do I apply?

To get started, you must complete the Internship Application Form.

You must submit your application materials by:

  • Spring Semester: November 1st
  • Summer Semester: March 1st
  • Fall Semester: July 1st

Submit the completed application, syllabus, and your resume to MiamiDade@FLHealth.gov. Once placement is confirmed, the Intern Coordinator will contact you. You must pass background screening, and complete mandatory training modules to be an intern with DOH-Miami-Dade County.

If you are interested in a student internship at the Florida Department of Health in Miami Dade County, or if you are an instructor with questions on placement availability on behalf of your student, please send an email to MiamiDade@FLHealth.gov