Knox County Tennessee

Frequently Asked Questions

Internship Structure

Most of our internships are unpaid. For more information, email KCHD.AHD@knoxcounty.org.

Internships can vary in length depending on student needs and preceptor availability.

  • Community Health
  • Environmental Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Health Promotion and Outreach
  • WIC
  • Professional development workshops.
  • Cross-departmental active learning experiences.
  • Experiential learning opportunities to learn about local government.
  • Networking opportunities with public health professionals and other interns.

Logistics: Onboarding, Locations, Housing

The onboarding process consists of:

  • Submitting all necessary paperwork
  • Meeting with your preceptor and AHD Manager
  • KCHD orientation

Other Opportunities to Collaborate, Future Employment

For interns who are not sure about a career in public health, KCHD’s AHD can provide a presentation about public health. This presentation is called Public Health 101 and will give more context into public health and what that looks like at KCHD.

KCHD does not guarantee employment after completing an internship. Interns will have to apply to positions posted on the Knox County human resources website.



Have Questions?
Call: 865-215-5555
Email: health@knoxcounty.org


On the first Wednesday of each month (excluding August), KCHD will open at 11 a.m. due to monthly in-service. The 2024 in-service dates include Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4.