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Adult Services Macro Level Internship
State of Michigan
Health and Human Services - Central Office
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
Not specified
Type
Internship
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Job Description
Summary
This internship involves working on projects to improve adult services in Michigan's health department, such as analyzing data, creating presentations, and researching solutions to help make programs better.
It's a hands-on role where you'll collaborate with staff through meetings, some in-person, to learn how state programs are run and use data for decisions.
A good fit would be a graduate student in fields like public health or social work who is organized, tech-savvy, and interested in human services.
Key Requirements
- Enrolled in a master's degree program in Applied Statistics, Business Administration, Communications, Data Science or Analytics, Gerontology, Public Administration, Public Health, Social Innovation, Social Work, or related fields
- Michigan resident
- At least two years of relevant work experience in human services, research, training, data analytics, or health-related fields
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
- Familiarity with video conferencing tools like Zoom and Microsoft Teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to learn new technology quickly and manage time independently
Full Job Description
*Accepting applications for the Spring (begins in January) 2026 Semester and Fall (begins in August) 2026*
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.
This is a macro level internship which will allow the intern, who resides in the state of Michigan, to participate in a state level program to see how it is administered and how to use data when making decisions.
While most meetings could be completed by video conferencing some in-person meetings either in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, or Lansing may be needed to pick up materials or join in-person group meetings for collaboration and networking.
Hours could be flexible and will be established at the beginning of the internship.
Intern Responsibilities / Projects:
An intern would meet weekly with staff from the Adult Services Continuous Quality Improvement Unit to discuss progress on assigned projects selected at the beginning of the internship. Projects could include:- Work on quality assurance measures.
- Complete data collection and analysis.
- Create PowerPoint presentations or surveys.
- Lead focus groups.
- Research information to recommend solutions.
- Develop training materials.
- Test software applications.
Requirements
At the time of internship, the candidate must be enrolled and pursuing a master's degree in one of the areas of study listed below:Applied Statistics, Business Administration, Communications, Data Science or Analytics field, Gerontology, Public Administration, Public Health, Social Innovation, Social Work, or other related fields.
Qualifications
Alternate Education and Experience:An ideal candidate will have two plus years of relevant work experience such as human services, research, training, data analytics, or health related employment.
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
Knowledge of various computer software packages, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
Familiar with video conferencing using Zoom and Microsoft TEAMS.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Knowledge of data analytics and data visualization platforms.Able to learn new technology quickly.Able to manage time independently to complete projects timely.
Additional Information The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) does not discriminate against any individual or group because of race, religion, age, national origin, color, height, weight, marital status, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political beliefs, or disability.MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.
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