Are you passionate about making a real impact in public health? The Office of Continuous Improvement (OCI) at the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is looking for an intern to support our efforts in driving quality improvement. From developing a resource hub to supporting training and problem-solving, you'll gain hands-on experience in enhancing organizational efficiency. Help us shape the future of public health while building valuable skills. Apply now and be part of something meaningful!
The intern will gain hands-on experience in quality improvement tools, introduction to project management, resource development, and professional communication. They'll enhance problem-solving, branding, and feedback analysis skills while collaborating with teams, supporting public health initiatives, and building a professional portfolio of completed projects and CQI resources.
- Expected hours are up to 19 hours per week. As soon as you’re ready we can accommodate your class schedule so that you may work during business hours.
-You will need to upload a copy of your resume, transcripts, and cover letter explaining how your skills are a good fit for this position, must have a current GPA standing of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- This is a paid internship; compensation is based on experience and education.
Tasks may include but are not limited to:
Resource development, material branding, training support, process mapping and problem-solving support, compiling success stories and lessons learned, prepare communication materials, project technical assistance, feedback collection and analysis.
"At ADHS, we support a diverse, multicultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination. This includes accessibility and providing accommodations for employees."
Knowledge of:
● Continuous improvement principles (preferred, not required)
● Branding and design (preferred, not required)
● Data entry, analysis, and feedback collection (preferred, not required)
Skilled in:
● Strong verbal and written communication skills
● Time management, organization, planning, and problem-solving skills
● Interpersonal skills to collaborate with teams and stakeholders
Ability to:
● Troubleshoot and identify potential technical challenges
● Synthesize information into user-friendly resources
● Work independently and meet deadlines
● Hands-on experience in quality improvement tools, introduction to project management, resource development, and professional communication.
● Enhance problem-solving, branding, and feedback analysis skills while collaborating with teams, supporting public health initiatives, and building a professional portfolio of completed projects and CQI resources.
Employees who drive on state business require possession of and the ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any driver training (See Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.11).
Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-1085. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.