Global Health
Job descriptions for entry level positions in global health may include: administrative tasks (i.e.
scheduling, booking travel or responding to general inquiries), editing documents, event planning,
supporting research activities, managing communications and development activities, and supporting
operational aspects of research or project implementation.
Keep in mind that many global health positions are funded by grants. This has significant implications:
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Positions are often offered/renewed on a contractual basis, contingent on funding;
An administrative assistant or research assistant position is a typical entry-level position;
Connections students make while doing an internship abroad or studying abroad can be a good
springboard to future opportunities;
Fluency in a second language, familiarity with a particular geographic area, and/or knowledge of
basic public health concepts may make you a more competitive candidate;
Reaching out to principal investigators (PIs) who conduct international research (e.g., at schools of
public health) may be helpful sources for gathering more information about research-based global
health positions.
Resume tips
Some entry-level positions are as a research assistant or project coordinator positions, so tailor your
resume accordingly. Some important technical skills may include: STATA, SAS, SPSS, Reference Manager,
EndNote, NVivo, AtlasTi.
Wellesley Alumnae have attended these graduate programs
Emory (Rollins School of Public Health)
Harvard School of Public Health
John Hopkins (Bloomberg School of Public Health)
Columbia University (Mailman School of Public Health)
University of Washington School of Public Health
University of North Carolina (Gillings School of Public Health)
Resources
American Public Health Association
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Global Health Council
Global Health Hub
Ghdonline.org
Unite for Sight
Paths to employment
Abt Associates
Clinton Health Access Initiative
Engender Health
Family Health International
Institute for Healthcare Improvement
International Planned Parenthood Federation
John Snow International
Management Sciences for Health
Pathfinder International
Partners in Health
Populations Services International
U.S. Government (PEPAR, USAID)
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