Internship Google Epidemiology Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Literature Review and Research Support (50%)

• Conduct title/abstract and full-text screening of scholarly articles using Covidence under supervision of the research team
• Extract relevant study information using standardized data abstraction tools
• Maintain organized and accurate records of screening decisions and extracted data
• Participate in quality assurance checks to ensure consistency and accuracy of research data

Research Team Collaboration and Study Support (25%)

• Attend regular research team meetings to discuss study progress, review screening discrepancies, and participate in consensus decision-making
• Communicate with research team members regarding project tasks, timelines, and questions
• Assist with project organization and documentation as needed

Evidence Synthesis and Scholarly Support (25%)

• Assist in summarizing findings from included studies using narrative synthesis methods
• Support preparation of tables, summaries, and research materials for manuscripts, presentations, or reports
• Contribute to dissemination planning for academic and community audiences, including materials relevant to Hmong community stakeholders

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications:

• Registered as an undergraduate student or recent undergraduate graduate in public health, biology, pre-med, sociology, psychology, health sciences, or related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in health disparities, cancer prevention, community health, or health equity research
• Ability to commit to 10 hours per week for the 10-week internship period

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior coursework or experience in public health, epidemiology, health disparities, or social sciences research
• Familiarity with literature reviews, evidence synthesis, or academic research methods
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or reference management tools
• Experience with Covidence or systematic/scoping review methods (preferred but not required)
• Interest in working with diverse communities and addressing health inequities

The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Minnesota was created more than 50 years ago in response to a legislative mandate to train primary care physicians. Since then, we have been leaders in transforming the specialty through education, research, and patient care. We are the academic sponsor of seven family medicine residenciesfive in the Twin Cities, two in Greater Minnesota. We are involved in medical student education activities across the Medical School's two campuses: Twin Cities and Duluth. We sponsor five fellowship programssports medicine, hospice and palliative medicine, clinical informatics, behavioral medicine, and human sexuality and offer continuing medical education opportunities. We are regularly among the top National Institutes of Health-funded family medicine departments. Our faculty are actively researching health disparities, healthcare delivery, and population health. More at https://med.umn.edu/familymedicine.

Pay Rate: $15.25 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.  Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.