April is our annual University of Washington School of Public Health Career Month, involving career-development panels, a virtual career fair, and workshops for students.
This year’s Career Month helps students navigate career pathways amidst the uncertainties facing public health and our world. Students can connect with and learn from alumni, participate in a mock interview, attend workshops on the global workforce and salary negotiation, explore career paths and network directly with organizations during the virtual career fair.
We kick-off the month’s events on April 7 to coincide with the American Public Health Association’s National Public Health Week, April 6-12, 2026 with the theme, Ready, Set, Action! This theme is a call to recognize “how public health has improved our daily lives, safeguarded our families, expanded lifespans, and strengthened our communities”, recognizing the public health workers who are critical to these efforts.
Register today for these student events to explore your interests, enhance your job search skills, and develop your connection to the field of public health.
These events are organized in collaboration with the SPH Career Services Team, the SPH Career Group, Student and Academic Services, UW Career & Internship Center, and the PHALCO Speaker’s Bureau.
Career Month 2026 Events
SPH Career Month: Evaluating a Job Offer and Salary Negotiation
Tuesday, April 7, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Register on ZOOM
What are the next steps after receiving a job offer? Attend this presentation to learn more about evaluating an offer, negotiating your salary, issues of pay equity and reviewing benefits. Hear from recent alumni as they discuss their experiences in this process.
Co-facilitators: Daren Wade, SPH Career Team; Maggie Tarnawa, Biostatistics; Dan Poux, DEOHS
Ready, Set, Action! The Current State and Future of Public Health
Thursday, April 9, 5:00 – 6:30pm
Register on ZOOM
Building on the theme of this year’s APHA National Public Health week, “Ready, Set, Action", this panel serves as a conversation and discussion with WA state public health professionals about their work, the impact of recent funding and policy changes and advice for current students who are currently entering the field.
Moderated by: Anjulie Ganti, Teaching Professor, Health Systems and Population Health, Associate Director for the Public Health-Global Health Major, School of Public Health
Panelists: LeRoy Horton, Professor of Periodontics and Dental Implant Surgery, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences School of Dental Medicine Gib Morrow, Tribal Health Physician, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community; Former Health Officer, Kitsap Public Health
Brandi Williams, Epidemiologist, Benton Franklin Health District
What Can I Do with My Bachelor's Degree in Public Health?
Tuesday, April 14, 5:00 – 6:30pm
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Nervous about life after graduation? Wondering what jobs are out there for your bachelor's degree in public health? The SPH Career Services team and our undergraduate programs in the School of Public Health invite you to join us at our “What can I do with my Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health” Alumni Panel on Wednesday, April 14th from 5pm-6:30pm on Zoom! The panel will include 4 professionals with their bachelor's from our programs in Environmental Public Health, Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health, HIHIM, and Public Health-Global Health, discussing all things post-baccalaureate! Contact sphcareers@uw.edu for any questions! We hope to see you there!
Using AI Tools to Enhance your Job Search
Tuesday, April 21, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Register on ZOOM
Unlock the power of AI in your internship or job search! Join us for a virtual interactive workshop focused on leveraging AI tools to craft compelling resumes, prepare for interviews, and explore career opportunities. Learn how AI can enhance your strategies so you can stand out in today's competitive job market.
Co-Facilitators: Daren Wade, SPH Office of the Dean; Emily Batlan, MHIHIM; Dan Poux, DEOHS
Mock Interview Opportunities
Appointments held Wednesday to Friday, April 22-24, 2026 (sign-up in first week of April, link TBA)
Are you looking to practice your interviewing skills? Want feedback about how to communicate your experiences and passions? The SPH Career Team has organized one-hour timeslots (including interview and feedback time), for you to practice interviewing with volunteer faculty, staff, and community members. Students will be able to sign up earlier in the month to match with one of our virtual mock interviews from April 22-24, 2026. Appointments are available on a first come first serve basis and open to all SPH undergraduate AND graduate students.
SPH Career Month: NW ADA Center & SPH - Accessibility in the Workplace: Know Your Rights
Thursday, April 23, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Register on ZOOM
Join us for a workshop with the NW ADA Center. This presentation and discussion will focus on the rights of employees with disabilities, including the employment accommodations process, navigating the job search, and strategies on when and how to disclose disability status if you choose to. This is a great opportunity to think through how to navigate future job opportunities, consider your rights at your current job, or become a more informed colleague and ally.
This event is brought to you by the SPH Access & Advocacy Coordinator and SPH Career Services team.
Event Accessibility: This event is intended to be inclusive and accessible. Advanced notice is appreciated and sometimes necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. Please email sphaccess@uw.edu for any accessibility-related requests or simply fill out the registration
School of Public Health Virtual Career Fair on Handshake
Wednesday, April 29, 11:00 – 2:00pm
Register on HANDSHAKE (Priority registration for SPH students opens April 15)
Employer Registration (open until April 15)
OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS! Join Employers from across the field the students at the School of Public Health Virtual Career Fair on Handshake! Talk to recruiters and representatives about job and internship opportunities, prospects. Get advice on what skills and experiences that organizations are looking for, learn how to make yourself stand out as a candidate in the application process and explore your interests to make the world a healthier place.