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Opportunities

 If you’re looking for ways to be involved in global health, the links below provide information about fellowships, internships, jobs, and volunteer opportunities.

After graduating from the MPH program, Jessica Hinshaw (2016) began working with AMOS in Nicaragua.
After graduating from the VU MPH program, Jessica (c/o 2016) worked with AMOS and community leaders in Nicaragua.

Building your career in Global Health and International Development from The Lancet & CUGH Global Health Webinar Series

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bd384O6cDFQ&feature=youtu.be


STEP 1 – FIND JOBS

  • Utilize LinkedIn, Indeed, Handshake, SimplyHired, SchoolSpring or another large job search aggregator to fine tune your job search criteria and set up an automatic emailer.
  • Develop a list of organizations in which you would like to work and visit these websites directly. You might also conduct informational interviews or warm up your existing network to learn about future openings.

STEP 2 – APPLY

  • Update your resume with experiences you have had this year – internships/practica/volunteer. Ensure the most relevant experiences are easy to find on your resume (Ask yourself “Which 3-5 experiences do I want the interviewer to know about me?”).
  • Write a concise cover letter. Answer what you love about the organization/position in the first paragraph. Outline what makes you the ideal candidate in the next 2 paragraphs.

STEP 3 – FOLLOW UP

  • Connect with alumni at the organization to learn about their experiences and see if they have suggestions for how to land an interview.

 

Source: Vanderbilt Peabody College career services