Community Data Internship
Want to make a difference with data? BroadStreet is the place. Join a collaborative team of over 140 volunteers. Build job-ready skills in a supportive environment. All skill levels welcome.
Tracy Flood MD PhD, President and Co-founder of the BroadStreet Institute
Make a Difference With Data, And Build Your Future
If you like data, you’re in the right place. At BroadStreet, you’ll work with real public health data and will collaborate with a team to explore community health, plan a data-guided donation or advocacy proposal, and learn how to find evidence-based solutions for improving health in the United States. This is a great way to build your portfolio while making a difference.
Who is This Internship For?
If you’re curious about using data for the public good.
If you want hands-on learning.
If you want to meet an amazing team.
We see BroadStreet as a bridge to where you are now to where you want to be. This program is built to help you learn, practice, and grow, even if you’re just getting started in public health, data, or both.
All skill levels are welcome.
How the Program Works
During the 12-week cohort, about 140 interns work in teams of 4 - 7 people and collaborate to explore public health data and plan a data-guided donation or advocacy proposal to support and promote evidence-based programs to improve health.
BroadStreet is a volunteer-led learning community. The $130 application fee covers a donation to the impact fund (teams collaboratively decide where to make donations to U.S. non-profits) and the overhead program costs. Every year we calculate overhead and split costs between all tickets. This supports the sustainability of the program.
Time, Location, and Cohorts
Location: You work 100% remotely (i.e. virtually), from anywhere. There are synchronous meetings during the week and we try to find times that work with your schedule. Exact times TBD.
Time Budget: You’ll spend about 4–8 hours per week in this internship, with flexibility built in.
Joining our community also opens up additional career-building opportunities.
Upcoming Cohorts
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Autumn 2026 - Sept 14 – Dec 11 (50–96 hours, 12 weeks + 1 week holiday)
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2027 Cohorts (January 11, May 10, Sept 13) - Join our waiting list to get info about the 2027 cohort schedule .
Choose-Your-Own Adventure. Did you finish strong and want to stay longer after the cohort has wrapped up? We’ll help you explore next steps and have additional opportunities.
What You’ll Learn
Solve this real-world challenge: Data is a powerful tool when resources are limited. Learn how to prioritize places and programs for investment of resources.
By the end, you’ll know how to:
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Explore and understand public health data
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Create data visualizations you can add to your portfolio
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Work in a remote, professional setting
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Collaborate with teammates and grow your network
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Troubleshoot challenges to complete long-term projects
This is real-world experience on a professional team.
Tools You’ll Use
Spreadsheets like Excel/Google sheets are the foundation (and the most common tools used on jobsites).
Then we build from there.
Optional add-ons to match your goals can be chosen, including data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau), analytics (RStudio), data storytelling, mapping, and more.
Academic Credit & Practicum Hours
Yes, many interns have earned course credit: Over 600 interns have gotten college credit from the BroadStreet internship that has counted towards their degree program since 2020. We guide you through the process after a 12-day orientation. Please note the average hours per week is 4–8 hours per week and varies by track. If your school requires certain number of hours, please plan your timeline accordingly. Depending on your school's hour requirement, you may need to extend your time at BroadStreet.
How to Join
We have a unique 12-day onboarding process called "Orientation."
No interviews. The application is the 12-day onboarding process.
The first step is to register to start the 12-day orientation. If you meet the milestones of the first 12 days, you’re invited to join the team. Most people get through orientation. The biggest hurdle is time. Orientation week is meant to mimic the time commitment of the tracks. We found that having time - good brain time - is the best way to build great teams.
Certificates, References, and Hiring
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You can earn certificates by completing the program as well as additional learning modules.
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Interns who successfully complete the internship program can request verification and letters after successful completion. The strongest letters are for those who become volunteer leaders while at BroadStreet.
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While this is not a path to direct paid employment by BroadStreet, it’s a training program for gaining hands-on experience that supports your next career move.
3 Steps to Join Now
To reserve your spot
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Step 1. Select the track that aligns best with your career goals.
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Step 2. Select the day you hope to join.
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Step 3. Register for the Orientation Webinar for track + month. This includes paying a $130 non-refundable and non-transferable application fee. This ticket is our distributed overhead costs and holds your spot so you can begin the 12-day onboarding process.
Cohorts onboarding begins immediately after the Orientation Webinar.
Unique Onboarding Process
We do not have formal interviews. Our "application process" is the 12-day Orientation week. Applying and reserving a spot allows you to start the process of becoming an intern. Applicants that meet the milestones of the first 12 days are invited to officially join the Community Data Internship program. In order to successfully complete the internship, activity milestones must also be met.
Tracks in 2026 | Jan | Feb | March | April | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Maternal & Infant Health Track |
Testimonials
Interning with BroadStreet definitely helped me to develop transferable skills. It exposed me to leadership skills that I didn't know I possessed ... It also allowed me to collaborate with other professionals that had similar values, yet diverse backgrounds because of the global environment. It was a great opportunity and I hope that it continues to help others grow in their mission to providing good data to those in need.
Liz S.
Collaboration and time management has been some of the skills I developed and are more proficient in since BroadStreet. I have a greater appreciation for Data and data visualization process. Broadstreet has brought me a lot of clarify on the world of data, from collection to visualization. I love that I was able to see how the data moves through the steps to being published. I am super excited to use my skills that I learned through Broadstreet in my public health career.
Kimberly B.
Being a team member at BroadStreet has added value to my development: self-discipline for remote work to provide deliverables; analytics (i.e. developing hypothesis, data discovery, data preparation, generating data models, communicating results) data -entry, data wrangling, networking skills and more.
Matt W.
BroadStreet has allowed me to network beyond my imagination! I have been able to learn new skills and put them to use. Having the support of all the staff, volunteers and other students during my time at BroadStreet has really allowed me to grow as an individual... My LinkedIn connections continue to grow and allow me to explore other options in the field of Public Health. I am extremely grateful for BroadStreet ... and what staff has done.
Zira V.
BroadStreet helped me enhance my data analysis and quality control skills. It has helped me to adjust and learn to work effectively in both a remote workplace and a public health setting. The experience was really beneficial for my development as a public health professional.
Kevin C.
I gained unparalleled experience and a depth of knowledge and application. I also made an excess of connections and continue to benefit by engaging with members of BroadStreet. Tracy and my peers have been pivotal in boosting me into my career and helping me to better understand the world. My experience at BroadStreet has been fantastic, and I’m so appreciative of it.
Brooke C.