Division of Workforce Development

We’re Changing!

As part of CDC Moving Forward, we're forming a new National Center for State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce. Stay tuned to this website for updates.

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Strengthening the public health workforce for today—and tomorrow

Our mission: Improving health outcomes through a diverse, flexible, and highly-trained public health workforce.

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Workforce Development Resources for the Public Health Community

The Division of Workforce Development (DWD) maintains a collection of resources for students, and public health partners, leaders, and professionals working at all levels of the US public health system. Explore these opportunities for career enhancement and training in public health.

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Fellowships and Training Opportunities

Find a wide variety of internships, fellowships, training, and on-the-job experiences available through CDC.

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Public Health Training

Find quality professional training and continuing education opportunities and learn how to create quality public health training.

Public Health Workforce Development

Find resources to support your organization’s workforce development efforts and strengthen staff skills and training.

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STEM at CDC

Inspire early interest in public health through CDC’s science, technology, engineering, and math programs for young STEM students.