CDC Office of Communication Fellowship

About the role

The Office of Communication (OC) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking a STEM-focused fellow to gain experience in health communication, business analytics, and organizational optimization.

Responsibilities

• Train on projects focused on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of communication activities through data analysis, process evaluation, and problem-solving.
• Learn about analyzing communication and operational data, identifying areas for improvement, and exploring research-informed approaches for enhancing health communication materials.
• Conduct literature reviews and formative research to inform organizational and program objectives.
• Perform gap analyses and evaluate data to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and data summaries for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have received a master's degree in communications and graphics design, health communications, or a related field within the last five years. Demonstrated interest in public health communication, analytics, systems improvement, or related STEM fields, along with a willingness to learn and collaborate in a team environment, are preferred. Prior experience or technical skills in data analysis, evaluation, or health communication are desirable.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Master's Degree received within the last 60 months
• Discipline(s): Communications and Graphics Design, Health Communications, Life Health and Medical Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences