Category Archives: Student Opportunities

Upcoming Elections, Rollins Student Government Association

Category : News/Events Student Opportunities

RSGA election season is upon us! The Rollins Student Government Association (RSGA) is the governing student assembly of the Rollins School of Public Health. Our purpose is to advocate for students and enrich their experience during their time at Rollins. The RSGA addresses students’ needs and concerns regarding school facilities, administration, academics, extracurricular activities, and more. We also oversee departmental representatives and student organizations. The annual budgets for RSGA and RSPH student organizations are allocated from student activity fees. Annual elections for executive board members and departmental representative positions are held each October.
 
The purpose of RSGA is to:
 
  • Promote the pursuit of knowledge through services and programs that improve the quality of Rollins students’ lives and education.
  • Foster a broad sense of community among students across all departments at Rollins.
  • Coordinate advocacy and provide a forum for open and constructive debate on issues of concern to Rollins students.
  • Represent Rollins in university-wide governance through participation in the Graduate Student Government Association and Emory University Student Government Association.
Available positions include:
 
  • President
  • Vice President
  • Secretary
  • Communications Chair
  • Social Chair (3)
  • Student Activity Coordinator (2)
  • Corner Store Representative 
  • BIOS Representative (2)
  • BSHES Representative (2)
  • EH Representative (2)
  • EMPH Representative (2)
  • EPI Representative (2)
  • GH Representative (2)
  • HPM Representative (2)
If you are interested in running for a position, please submit your platform here: RSGA Elections Form
 
 
Important Dates:
  • October 10, 2024 – Candidate Platforms Due
  • October 11, 2024 – Campaigning Begins
  • October 22–24, 2024 – Elections
  • October 29–30, 2024 – Run-Off Elections (if needed)
  • October 31, 2024 – Results Announced
 

PhD Application Bootcamp, Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health

Category : Alumni Student Opportunities

Applying to graduate school can be equal parts exciting and stressful. Our goal with a PhD application bootcamp is to take some of the mystery and anxiety out of the process, so that students can focus on developing their strongest graduate application.

The PhD Application Bootcamp is designed to help students complete each part of the application process, starting with deciding which PhD program is right for them, assisting with development of their personal statement and resume, as well as fine-tuning their interview skills. Students will also explore the expectations of a PhD and consider the diversity of career options for PhD graduates.

This program is free of charge and open to all students interested in applying to a PhD program, regardless of discipline, program of interest, and academic institution. Although it is hosted by the Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health, students in previous years have gone on to complete PhDs in various disciplines at a wide range of institutions, including:

  • Harvard University
  • Princeton University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Brown University
  • University of Florida
  • University of Washington
  • University of California at San Diego
  • Emory University (Environmental Health Sciences and Epidemiology)
  • University of Texas Health Sciences

The program consists of 6 sessions. You do not have to attend every program to participate. The program schedule is as follows:

Session I: Is a PhD right for me? When: October 15; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session II: Navigating a PhD When: October 29; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session III: Writing your personal statement, resume, letters of recommendation When: November 12, 6:00p Where: In-Person (TBD)

Session IV: Final application check-in When: November 19; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session V: Next steps, whether you received an interview, or not When: January 28; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom) *Opportunity to schedule a mock interview with Dr. Caudle

Session VI: Deciding on a program When: March 18; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

To register for the workshop, please email Dr. Mike Caudle (wcaudle [at] emory [dot] edu)

PhD Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Category : Alumni Student Opportunities

Applications are now open for the PhD Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health (BPH) at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The BPH program emphasizes interdisciplinary basic research spanning from molecular biology to human populations. BPH students develop individualized research projects focused on defining the molecular underpinnings of human health and disease by employing cutting-edge approaches in biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, genomics, metabolic biology, physiology, immunology, biophysics, computational and systems biology, and bioengineering. A central goal of the research in this program, whether basic or translational, is the improved understanding, prevention, and treatment of the most common and impactful global health threats.
 
The program encompasses laboratories and faculty mentors in the Departments of Environmental Health, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases, Molecular Metabolism, and Nutrition. Major areas of investigation include: 

While the program roots cut across the entire range of biological sciences, the research also employs core quantitative disciplines (e.g., biostatistics and epidemiology), as well as approaches that bridge biology, chemistry, engineering, and computation. Students attracted to this program generally share this interdisciplinary interest and a desire to confront the most pressing health issues of our time.

All students admitted into this training program are provided full tuition, health insurance and stipend support. Our graduates hold distinguished positions in academia, industry, government, and other arenas of life science research, consulting, communications and policy. The application deadline for the 2026-27 academic year is December 1, 2025. 
 
Please note: The BPH program does not require or consider the GRE as part of its application process. In addition, applicants who are non-native English speakers and who received their undergraduate degree from an academic institution where English is not the primary language of instruction now have the option to submit scores for the International English Language Testing System – Academic test (IELTS) as proof of English proficiency.
 
More information can be found on our website: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biological-sciences/ or through these upcoming recruitment events:

BPH Attendance at National Conferences:

For additional information about the BPH Ph.D. and Summer Intern Program, please contact us at bph [at] hsph [dot] harvard [dot] edu.

Staff positions, Imani Barnes for Georgia

Category : Student Opportunities

Rep. Imani Barnes, Georgia State Representative, is hiring for the 2026 Legislative Session!

  • The team is offering one Chief of Staff position, three legislative aide positions, and one social media manager position. This is a way to learn the legislative ropes while improving the quality of life for Georgians. 

To apply, visit the form linked here. All applications are due September 2026.

Annual Student Photography Contest, Emory Global Health Institute

Category : Student Opportunities

For over 14 years, the EGHI Global Health Student Photography Contest has showcased compelling and thought-provoking imagery from Emory students across all disciplines. This contest invites participants to share their unique perspectives on global health challenges, both at home and abroad, fostering cultural sensitivity and awareness through the lens of photography.

A distinguished panel of judges evaluates submissions based on four key criteria: connectivity, narrative impact, technical excellence, and cultural representation. The contest also features a People’s Choice Award, offering a platform for the Emory community to engage with these powerful images.

Supported by Atlanta-based philanthropist and photographer Bob Yellowlees, founder of Lumiere Gallery, winners will be awarded individual cash prizes of $500. Let your photography be a force for inspiration, education, and change.

For more information and submission instructions, please visit https://tinyurl.com/globalhealthphoto or contact Farah Dharamshi at fdharam [at] emory [dot] edu.

Submission Deadline: October 10th

 

Graduate Research Assistant, CIDMATH and Georgia Emerging Infections Program

Category : Student Opportunities

The Emory Center for Infectious Disease Modeling and Analytics & Training Hub (CIDMATH) and Georgia Emerging Infections Program (EIP) at Emory’s Data Modernization team are looking for two graduate research assistants. These positions, as part of the collaboration between the Emory CIDMATH and EIP, will provide students with an opportunity to learn about infectious disease surveillance and electronic medical record systems, participate in process improvement projects, and develop skills in data modernization and visualization under the mentorship of CIDMATH and EIP leaders.

The ideal candidate is a first-year MPH/MSPH student in the Data Science certificate program who can dedicate 10-15 hours a week to the position and plans on staying on through summer 2026. This position may be used for the Applied Practice Experience (APE).

Key Responsibilities

  • Transition existing code from SAS to R, maintaining clear and detailed documentation
  • Develop a library of resources to execute EIP-specific tasks in R
  • Build Power BI dashboards to provide valuable insights into EIP case data
  • Perform data transformations in REDCap
  • Create impactful maps and other data visualizations
  • Increase automation of standard EIP tasks by writing reproducible and efficient code

Required Skills

  • SAS
  • R
  • Data visualization and data management

Additional Preferred Skills

  • Power BI
  • REDCap
  • GIS

If you are interested, please send a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the position, including prior experience, skills, and availability to continue through the summer to Marina Bruck at marina [dot] bruck [at] emory [dot] edu.

2025-2026 Scholarships, Rollins School of Public Health

Category : Student Opportunities

RSPH invites currently enrolled full-time (full-time = 9 credit hours or more enrollment for Fall 2025 semester) MPH and MSPH students in good academic standing to apply for tuition scholarships for which they meet the criteria. Awards generally range between $2,500 – $4,000.

Scholarship applications via this form are due no later than Friday, September 19th at 11:59 pm ET. Students are expected to submit a paragraph of no more than 250 words for each scholarship they apply to addressing how they meet scholarship criteria.

For a full description of the available scholarships and application instructions, visit the form linked here.

 

International Education Week Essay Contest, Emory University

Category : Student Opportunities

The International Education Week student essay contest is now open and accepting submissions! 

Last year’s student essay contest was a fantastic success, with almost 100 submissions from across Emory’s schools.

The contest is open to all enrolled Emory students. Entrants are invited to respond to any of 3 prompts with a 500–750-word essay. There will be monetary prizes for the winners and runners-up: 

  • $500 each for the undergraduate and graduate winner 
  • $250 each for the undergraduate and graduate runner-up 

Winners and runners-up will be announced in early November and invited to read portions of their essays at a reception on November 17th. 

The submission window will close on October 3rd, 11:59 p.m. 

For more information, visit the contest website linked here.

Team Member Applications, Science, Translated Magazine

Category : Student Opportunities

Science, Translated is, a nonprofit student-run journal dedicated to making scientific knowledge accessible and engaging for a broad audience.

The Science, Translated team is currently looking for journalists, editors, and executive team members for the 2025-2026 school year! Their mission stems from the fact that science misinformation doesn’t just distort public understanding, but can lead to devastating, life-altering results. Team members at Science, Translated work to guide the next generation of students through the process of translating complex topics into accessible, digestible stories. Students will have an opportunity to publish articles or make graphics on topics ranging from biology to ecology. They will be guided the entire way by our team of editors and executive board members, from article pitch to final article.

Science, Translated is currently seeking:

  • Journalists & Graphic Artists to create compelling, accurate science content and visuals.
  • Copy Editors to ensure clarity and precision.
  • Executive Team Members to help guide our organization.
 
 

Students would benefit from this opportunity by:

  • Gaining hands-on publishing experience in science communication.
  • Publishing articles and visuals that contribute to a professional portfolio.
  • Receive recommendation letters from our editorial team for graduate school or career applications.
  • Pursue applied practicum or capstone project credit (we are happy to work with departments to make this possible).
  • Network with like-minded peers who are passionate about scientific communication and accessibility.
 
 
 
 

The general application deadline is September 30th, 2025, and students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply using the form linked here here. 

 

Digital Scholarship Training Program, Emory Center for Digital Scholarship

Category : Student Opportunities


ECDS is welcoming applications from students with previous digital scholarship knowledge (esp. Video Editing, GIS, 3D modeling), as well as from students with no prior knowledge, but with a strong interest in learning new tools. 

Special focus for the AY 2025-26 application:

ECDS works with a lot of journals and are specifically interested in applications from students who would be interested in supporting our digital publishing work on the technical (WordPress) as well as the editorial side. For example publications see:

  • ATL Studies Journal
  • The Journal of Humanities in Rehabilitation
  • Post45
  • Intersections
  • Sacred Matters
  • Southern Spaces

ECDS is planning to hire 2 students working primarily with their journals. If this sounds interesting to you, please let ECDS know by filling out the form linked here. 

Once you have completed the application, email a notification of interest and your CV to the DSTP Program Manager, Dr. Alexander Cors (alexander [dot] maximilian [dot] cors [at] emory [dot] edu).

Application Deadline: September 9th, 2025

 

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