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CHEMICAL HAZARDS PROGRAM 
Georgia Department of Public Health 2 Peachtree Street, 13th Floor Atlanta, Georgia 30303 (404) 657-6534 (404) 657-6533 (Fax) 
www.health.state.ga.us/programs/hazards 
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Georgia Environmental Health Association 
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National Environmental Health Association 
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INTERNSHIPS Chemical Hazards 
Program 
CHEMICAL HAZARDS PROGRAM 
Environmental Health Branch GEORGIA DEPARTMENT 
OF PUBLIC HEALTH 
 
Georgia Public Health Districts 
 
 What is the Georgia Department of Public Health? 
The Georgia Department of Public Health (GDPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia with the ultimate responsibility for the health of communities and the entire population. GDPH is divided into numerous branches, sections, programs and offices, and at the local level, GDPH functions via 18 health districts and 159 county health departments. For more information about GDPH, visit our website at www.health.state.ga.us. 
What is the Chemical Hazards Program? 
The Chemical Hazards Program is staffed by specialists in Environmental Health who investigate exposure to chemicals in the environment. We perform hazardous waste site assessments, investigate health complaints, promote community involvement activities, and provide health education and professional training. Chemical Hazards professionals collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies, organizations, and advocacy groups to inform and educate the public regarding environmental exposure pathways and related health effects, and exposure prevention. 
 
CHEMICAL HAZARDS PROGRAM 
Protecting the health and promoting the quality of life of Georgians through the prevention of exposure to toxic chemicals in the environment. 
Program Goals  Identify people at risk for exposure  Examine relationships between exposure and disease  Reduce/eliminate exposures 
Activities include:  Public Health Consultations  Health Studies  Health Education  Community Involvement  Professional Training  Technical Assistance  Risk Communication  GIS Mapping  Health Promotion  Household Hazardous 
Waste Reduction 
 
Chemical Hazards Program 
Internships 
The Chemical Hazards Program (CHP) Internship Program prepares college students for careers in Environmental Public Health. Each CHP internship is uniquely designed based upon a student's personal interests, abilities, career goals, and academic requirements. By participating in the CHP Internship Program, students:  Develop a balance between 
academic foundations and practical experiences in public health.  "Try out" working relationships-- have a chance to build references and experience, and help get meaningful work done.  Create a positive presence for the Division of Public Health as it relates to academic institutions in Georgia. 
Qualifications 
The minimum qualifications for CHP Internship consideration is enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program at an accredited four-year college or university, which includes at least forty (40) quarter hours (or 27 semester hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology). A strong interest or experience in Environmental Health or a closely related field is preferred. For more information about internships with the Chemical Hazards Program, contact us at 404.657.6534.