The Courier Program Public Health Internship is sponsored by Frontier Nursing University that immerses students in public health and volunteerism through a 7-week program that enriches their understanding of public health and/or healthcare. This program is fully remote and self-motivated with the exception of a 3 night on campus Courier Bound at Frontier Nursing University in Versailles, Kentucky.  Students participating in the program will recieve a $1,000 stipend for participating to compensate them for their time and efforts. 

The program will begin with a 3-week virtual learning session with discussion groups and a chance to learn about public health across the United States. The last 4 weeks of the program will have students shadow clinicians in their area of residence. It will be up to the student to find their own clinical observation in the area of their interest, with the direction and assistance from the Courier Program Director.  Throughout the 7 weeks, students will be asked to volunteer at the organization of their choosing. 

NOTE: There will be a one week program break in between the virtual learning and the clinical observation.  

2025 Courier Program Public Health Internship Dates:

Courier Program Orientation: June 3-June 6, 2025

Virtual Learning and Discussions: June 9-27, 2025

Courier Program Break: June 30-July 4, 2025

Clinical Observations: July 7-July 30, 2025

Final Presentations: July 31-Aug 1, 2025

We believe that with these three components, students will gain knowledge and understanding of the defintion of public health and what it means to provide healthcare services across the United States.  Students will be able to show this knowledge by completing two projects; one at the 3 week mark and at the conclusion of the program. 

The Courier Program has a “Hearts On, Hands Off” approach to learning. Students learn by observing their clinic site mentors, speaking with patients, and assisting with special projects, such as working at health booths, creating brochures on health-related topics, leading events, and other meaningful activities. Couriers may participate in any activity that does not require formal medical or healthcare training. Couriers leave with a profound understanding and deep respect for the communities they serve during their time as a Courier.