Applying to EIS

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Steps to Apply to Epidemic Intelligence Service

  1. ›Applying to EIS
  2. 1. Check Eligibility
  3. 2. Review Salary and Benefits Information
  4. 3. Informational Webinars for Fellowship Applicants
  5. 4. Prepare Application Information and Materials
  6. 5. Complete Online Application
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To join EIS, you must be willing to commit to this 2-year, full-time fellowship (beginning in July) and relocate to your assignment.

For EIS application questions, contact us at eisapplication@cdc.gov.

Class of 2026 Deadlines & Decision Dates

*Dates are subject to change*

March 3, 2025 Application period opens at 9:00 a.m. (ET).
April 22-25, 2025 Interested applicants are invited to attend the EIS conference in-person in Atlanta (at own expense) or via event livestream. Event registration is free.
June 5, 2025 Application period closes at 5:00 p.m. (ET).
All applications and supporting materials must be received by the deadline.
Late applications will not be considered.
June-August 2025 EIS program reviews applications and selects applicants for interviews.
September 2025 EIS program interviews applicants virtually.
By October 2025 EIS program notifies applicants of their status (accepted, wait-listed, or rejected).
Spring 2025 Accepted candidates attend the EIS conference in Atlanta. EIS program pays travel expenses for the conference.
Early July 2026 Two-year fellowship begins. New EIS officers start one-month orientation and summer course in Atlanta.
EIS Recruitment Flyer

EIS Recruitment Flyer [1 MB, 1 Page, 508]

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