INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT LILONGWE CITY COUNCIL
Position: Public Health / Environmental Health Graduate Interns (20)
GRADE: Non-Established
DURATION: 6 Months
REPORTING TO: Principal Environmental Health Officer / Public Health Officer
REF NO: Vac/04/2026
Lilongwe City Council invites applications from suitably qualified and motivated individuals for internship positions in the Directorate of Health and Social Services.
Job Purpose: To support the implementation of public and environmental health programs and gain practical experience in local authority health service delivery.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Successful candidates will be involved in:
- Supporting health education plans and community outreach activities
- Coordinating environmental health and sanitation programs
- Promoting occupational health and safety in industries and workplaces
- Conducting inspections of business premises, including bars and restaurants
- Assisting in enforcement of public health regulations and standards
- Participating in disease prevention and control interventions
- Collecting and reporting health and sanitation data
- Supporting waste management and pollution control initiatives
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A Diploma in Public Health or Environmental Health Sciences from a recognized institution
- Recent graduates (within the last 2–3 years) are strongly encouraged to apply
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and in a team
- Basic computer literacy (MS Office applications)
- High level of integrity and professionalism
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Application letter
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of academic certificates
- Copy of National ID
The Chairperson,
Appointment and Disciplinary Committee
Lilongwe City Council
P.O Box 30396
Lilongwe 3
CLOSING DATE
The closing date for receiving applications is 25th April, 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
