2015 PHAP application

[jsquared91]

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Hi everyone! I'll be out of the country when the 2016 application opens so can anyone give a heads up? In the timeline on the CDC website it doesn't say when references will be requested nor in what form. Some people said they would send your recommenders a questionnaire and others have said there is no request for recommendations so any clarification? Thanks!

http://www.cdc.gov/phap/become_associate/opportunity.html

January 4-8 2016 is the application window this year.

 

[Jac Global]

Are there any former or current PHAP fellows and any advice on personal statements and interview preparation? I am thinking to apply for 2016. Thanks very much.

 

[jaywocker]

I just got an offer for Marysville, OH and have to reply by Friday, which happens to be my wedding date. I was not expecting an offer at this point so I am not prepared to make the decision. I already accepted an offer for a second term with americorps and I think my supervisor will be upset if I back out at this point because they have been making plans based on me being there and she has already announced it to the board. I am also out of town so I can't just sit down and talk to her about it. Does anyone know anything about the city. It sounds like a small place. My fiance is a web developer and would have to be able to find a job there. Any advice or helpful comments appreciated.

Hey. I have a few question (if you ever see this. The thread is kinda dead). What was your duties in Americorps? Do you feel like AmeriCorps helped you get an offer? I am doing AmeriCorps right now and I work under the public health area of the Medical Center that I work at. I was hoping my experience in AmeriCorps would help me be semi-worthy of getting an offer since my undergrad degree is in Communication.

 

[Jac Global]

Hello and happy holidays!
I am preparing to apply for 2016 PHAP and have couple questions in mind:
1) I have just completed my MSc and I don't have the actually diploma yet, only a provisional letter saying I have completing the degree. Do they require the official on the first stage of application process or can I submit it later?

2) Any former PHAP fellows would mind to share their initial experiences in regards to application process?

Thanks very much.

 

[jsquared91]

Are there any former or current PHAP fellows and any advice on personal statements and interview preparation? I am thinking to apply for 2016. Thanks very much.

If you're interested in the program, you hopefully want public health to be a major part of your long-term career plans, make sure that comes through in your statement. I applied in 2013, so I'm not sure if they'll change the prompt or not by now.

Hello and happy holidays!
I am preparing to apply for 2016 PHAP and have couple questions in mind:
1) I have just completed my MSc and I don't have the actually diploma yet, only a provisional letter saying I have completing the degree. Do they require the official on the first stage of application process or can I submit it later?

2) Any former PHAP fellows would mind to share their initial experiences in regards to application process?

Thanks very much.

1) Nah, as long as you're going to graduate you'll be good. I think you have to have the registrar fill out a form... I could be remembering this wrong, but get it to the office so they can complete it quick.

2) It's long, drawn out, and a good intro to being patient while working for a large govt agency. Be patient with it and be genuine about your long-term plans and interest in public health.


Also, if someone starts a 2016 thread, put it in a comment below and I'll try to pop in to answer questions every once in a while.

 

[Jac Global]

If you're interested in the program, you hopefully want public health to be a major part of your long-term career plans, make sure that comes through in your statement. I applied in 2013, so I'm not sure if they'll change the prompt or not by now.


1) Nah, as long as you're going to graduate you'll be good. I think you have to have the registrar fill out a form... I could be remembering this wrong, but get it to the office so they can complete it quick.

2) It's long, drawn out, and a good intro to being patient while working for a large govt agency. Be patient with it and be genuine about your long-term plans and interest in public health.


Also, if someone starts a 2016 thread, put it in a comment below and I'll try to pop in to answer questions every once in a while.

Thanks very much for your response. Yes, it does seems very slow. Oh well...it's government! Pay is not that great and can't choose a location for two years commitment. I did apply for this year but it's just an open...who knows what will happen by the end of the year! Again, thanks very much.

 

[MissSunshineSmile]

I received my offer yesterday at 10am!! Ill be located in Tampa, which is awesome because thats where I live now & didn't want to pay for moving =) I'm so excited! Orientation is October 5th!

 

[MissSunshineSmile]

Has anyone heard anything? I know it's early, so probably not. I'm just soooo anxious 🙂

I received my offer yesterday at 10am!!

 

[williamsae1022]

Anyone in the Virgin Islands?