Application Window for Summer Internship Program Open

The West Virginia Department of Health (DH), the Department of Health Facilities (DHF), the Department of Human Services (DoHS), and the Office of Shared Administration are now accepting applications for the 2025 Summer Internship Program. The Office of Human Resources Management within the Office of Shared Administration for the departments is seeking motivated and compassionate college students who are eager to gain meaningful work experience.

The internship program offers a flexible schedule of 20 to 40 hours per week with a competitive wage, providing interns with a well‐rounded experience, comprehensive support, and guidance throughout the process. It serves as an excellent opportunity for students to gain valuable career experience in their field of study and develop meaningful connections with mentors. For summer interns working in Charleston, West Virginia, housing is available for up to 10 weeks, beginning in mid‐May and ending mid‐July. Most internship opportunities will be offered in Charleston, West Virginia (Kanawha County). Housing is available for summer interns whose commute to the Charleston area is more than 25 miles.

Qualified students must have successfully completed 30 hours of college credit with a minimum 2.50 cumulative grade point average and be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. To be considered for the internship program, qualified students must submit a completed application form and copy of their most recent unofficial college transcript by email to OSAjobs@wv.gov. For additional information, please contact us at OSAjobs@wv.gov or 304‐558‐6700.

Here is what several past interns have said about the program.

“This is an excellent opportunity for any student interested in pursuing a career in health, human services, or health facilities,” said Angie Jacobs-Ferris, Chief Human Resources Officer for the Office of Human Resources Management. “These internships provide invaluable hands-on experience and can open doors for future careers in West Virginia government.”

Chelsea Bihlmeyer, an intern with the Department of Health’s Communications Office, shared her perspective on the program: “My experience in the internship program with the Communication Office at the West Virginia Department of Health has been rewarding, filled with hands-on opportunities on varied projects. Working with a supportive and talented team, I have had the privilege to contribute meaningfully to work that has a real impact on public health communication. Through this program, I have developed my skills and subject matter experience in the field of health communication and public health.”

Ashley Ritenour, an intern with the Department of Human Services, echoed a similar sentiment: “My time so far interning at DoHS has been incredibly rewarding. I have had the opportunity to expand my skills in numerous ways, build valuable connections, and gain experiences that will undoubtedly benefit me in the months ahead and as I continue to grow professionally.”