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Pathway Programs
We aim to accelerate efforts to recruit and retain diverse talent among students and recent graduates
What are pathway programs?
Pathway programs help train future public health workers under the guidance and support from the Center for Learning and Innovation (CLI) in the Population Health Division (PHD).
Why pathway programs matter?
Pathway programs offer internships guiding diverse candidates towards PHD jobs. They provide young professionals with exposure to training, coaching, and mentoring. They also help connect participants with experienced professionals in the public health field.
Summer HIV/AIDS Research Program (SHARP)
SHARP is a 10-week summer internship for college students and recent graduates to inspire diverse candidates to pursue further studies and careers in public health-oriented clinical, socio-behavioral, and community-focused research. This is a paid, full-time internship. SHARP focuses on work in HIV and substance use research. Scholars will learn about health problems in underserved communities. Mentors will work with students and teach them about medical research.
Learn more about SHARP
Population Health Fellowship (PHF)
PHF is a 2-year program that trains college students and recent graduates to work in public health. This is a paid, full-time job. In this program, fellows learn how to manage projects, conduct trainings, pursue research, work with communities, and organize clinics. Fellows work closely with public health workers and SFDPH staff to learn about different public health careers.
Learn more about PHF
FACES for the Future
FACES for the Future, a national program of the Public Health Institute, aims to connect public school students and health organizations with the benefit of the community in mind. Through FACES, the SFDPH partners with John O'Connell and Phillip and Sala Burton high schools to offer students a 7-week shadowing experience to enhance skill building and prepare them for future health-oriented careers.
