Human Resources Division

Are you interested in learning more about how to apply for positions with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH)? The CDPH Career Connect sessions are an exciting opportunity for job seekers and professionals to explore career paths within the CDPH. These sessions provide valuable insight into understanding the state’s hiring processes, potential career pathways, minimum qualifications, and overall application best practices.

You will have the opportunity to attend an informational session and following that session, attendees can connect with CDPH recruiters and gain guidance on how to successfully apply for roles through CalCareers.

Whether you’re a recent graduate, an experienced professional, or considering a career change, CDPH Career Connect Sessions offer the tools and information you need to take the next step in your career journey!


CDPH Career Connect - Public Health Administration July 16th, 2025 \| 12:00PM–1:30PM Pacific Standard Time	Registration link coming soon.
CDPH Career Connect - Research Scientists November 19th, 2025 \| 12:00PM–1:30PM Pacific Standard Time	Registration link coming soon.

Upcoming Recruitment Events

Tulane University Public Health and Health Administration Virtual Career Fair (Closed Audience)
Location: Handshake.com
Date: March 20th, 2025
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm PST
Tulane Public Health and Health Administration Virtual Event Link

TUFTS University Virtual Career Presentation (Closed Audience)
Location: Handshake.com
Date: March 28th, 2025
Time: 11:00am–12:30pm PST

University of Miami: Virtual MECA Career Fair 2025 (Closed Audience)
Location: Online
Date: April 2nd, 2025
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm PST
Virtual MECA Career Fair 2025 Event Link

UC Berkeley 2025 Spring Diversity & Inclusion Career and Internship Fair (Closed Audience)
Location: 2495 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94720
Date: April 9th, 2025
Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm PST
2025 Spring Diversity & Inclusion Career & Internship Fair Link

UCSF California Pathways in Public Health Presentation (Closed Audience)
Location: Handshake.com
Date: April 16th, 2025
Time: 11:15am - 12:15pm PST

You Betta' Work LGBTQ+ Career Fair
Location: 1015 20th Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Date: April 23rd, 2025
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm PST
"You Betta Work" Fair Event Link

Work4CA Spring Career Fair
Location: 925 Del Paso Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815
Date: May 22nd, 2025
Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm PST
Work4CA Spring Career Fair Registration Link

CDPH Recruitment Resource Videos
“Find the Right Career at CDPH” “How to Complete a CDPH State Application” “CDPH-Resume Best Practices” “How to Write Engaging SOQs and SQs for CDPH” “Get Ready for Your CDPH Interview”

Invite the CDPH to Your Recruitment Event

Would you like to see CDPH at your upcoming recruitment event? Invite us via email at apply@cdph.ca.gov

Interested in having CDPH Recruiters give a “How to Get a State Job” presentation at your event or school? Presentation includes getting tips on filling out your application, how the State examination process works, and what to expect at an interview. Email: apply@cdph.ca.gov for more information.

Reasonable Accommodation

For individuals with disabilities, CDPH will provide assistive services such as sign language interpretation, real-time captioning, note takers, reading or writing assistance, and conversion of training or meeting materials into braille, large print, audiocassette, or electronic form. To request such services or copies in an alternate format, please call or write:

California Department of Public Health

Attn: Ryan Battaglia, Human Resources Division, Recruitment Unit

PO Box 997378 MS 1700-1702

Sacramento, CA 95899-7378

(279)667-2131 | California Relay 711/1-800-735-2929

Email- Apply@cdph.ca.gov

Note: The range of assistive services available may be limited if requests are received less than ten working days prior to the meeting or event.