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We’re always on the lookout for passionate changemakers to join our team.

Join the RIPHI Team

We’re always on the lookout for passionate changemakers to join our team.

Make A Difference, Every Day

Our programs have garnered local and national acclaim, including awards for public health innovation. We proudly operate Open Door Health, Rhode Island’s first LGBTQ+ clinic, and Food on the Move, a leading mobile produce program. We also spearhead the Nourish RI coalition to boost healthy eating through SNAP incentives and run a major Ryan White HIV treatment program. Our diverse initiatives tackle food insecurity, nutrition, HCV, HIV, STDs, and more, all aimed at reducing health disparities and improving community well-being.

Current Openings

Medical Assistant [FPO]

Under general supervision by the Clinical Manager, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Medical Assistant will perform clinical and administrative tasks that reflect the age-specific needs of the geriatric, adult, and adolescent patient.

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Patient Navigator [FPO]

Patient navigation in the primary care setting refers to the assistance offered to healthcare consumers to help them access and then chart a course through the healthcare system and overcome any barriers to quality care.

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Internships

Gain Experience. Make an Impact. Advance Public Health.

At the Rhode Island Public Health Institute (RIPHI), we are dedicated to training the next generation of public health leaders. Our internships provide hands-on experience, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities for students passionate about improving health equity and community well-being.

Gain Experience. Make an Impact. Advance Public Health.

Our internships are designed to offer:

    • Hands-On Experience: Work on real-world projects that address pressing public health challenges.
    • Mentorship: Collaborate with seasoned professionals dedicated to your growth and success.
    • Skill Building: Develop critical public health skills, from data analysis to program implementation.
    • Networking Opportunities: Connect with a vibrant network of public health practitioners and advocates.
    • We are looking for passionate, driven individuals from diverse backgrounds to join us in advancing our mission to improve health equity and community well-being.

Ready to get started? Explore available opportunities through the NEPHTC website and take the first step in your public health career with us!

How to Apply

Apply Directly with RIPHI –

Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest outlining your background, skills, and why you’re interested in interning with us. Applications can be sent to info@riphi.org with the subject line “Internship Application – [Your Name]” or using the submission form below.

We’ll reach out to set up an interview.


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    Inside the Experience: Intern Testimonials

    Through my internship with RIPHI, I had the opportunity to work directly with my community in the Greater Providence area. I gained valuable experience collecting and managing data relating to food and nutrition security and got to work with an amazing team of passionate and supportive RIPHI staff!
    Sophie
    Sophie
    While interning with ODH, I aimed to understand more about public healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community. I worked with a supportive team of research, administrative, and healthcare professionals, where I learned so much about the challenges and strategies involved in delivering equitable healthcare to LGBTQ+ patients. It was integral for me to know that my work was directly able to support a community I care so much about. Now, as I work towards starting my healthcare career, I look forward to using what I have learned during my internship in my future practice”.
    Jude A.
    Jude A.
    Throughout my summer at RIPHI, I got the opportunity to learn about the important work of a public health non-profit organization within local communities and gain firsthand experience with the incredible RIPHI team out in the field collecting data that will be used to help evaluate public health programming. This internship provided me with invaluable experiences that I will take with me through the rest of my MPH program and into my future public health career.
    Jenna
    Jenna

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