Am I Eligible?

The 2024 associate application cycle will open in early 2024.

If you have questions about the application process, please contact the PHAP helpdesk at phap@cdc.gov.

Associate in the Field

PHAP is looking for US citizens, permanent residents, or US nationals with a keen interest in public health. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement, flexibility, social and cultural inclusiveness, and a desire to be of service.

Applicants must meet academic requirements—

  • College graduation within the past 2 years
    • US military veterans who are unable to apply within 2 years due to military service obligation have up to 6 years after graduation to apply
    • Currently enrolled students must graduate by July 1 of the application year to be eligible
  • Official academic transcripts showing at least a 2.95 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) on an eligible degree

Applicants must also be willing to—

  • Commit to full-time work for 2 years
  • Relocate anywhere in the United States and US territories at their own expense
  • Work in a state, tribal, local, or territorial public health department, nongovernmental organization (community-based organization, public health institute or association, or academic institution).