Data Analytics and Epidemiology team announces summer interns 5-28-26

May 28, 2026

Data Analytics and Epidemiology team announces summer interns

MOBILE, Ala. — The Department of Data Analytics and Epidemiology (DAE) with the Mobile County Health Department is proud to announce its newest public health interns for the summer session.

Erin Blankensopp is a Master of Public Health (MPH) student with a concentration in Epidemiology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She will focus on translating community violence surveillance data into public health action.

Rebekah Arrington is an MPH student with a concentration in Global Health from Liberty University. She will focus on assessing and strengthening Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) outreach and sexual health education practices.

Jacey Cochran is an MPH student at the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a concentration in Health Policy and Organization, with certifications in Applied Biostatistics and Epidemiology. She will focus on applied data analysis and evaluation in support of community health initiatives and programs.

“We are excited to welcome Erin, Rebekah, and Jacey to the Department of Data Analytics and Epidemiology,” said Dr. Tommie Walker IV, Director of DAE. “Each of them brings a strong public health foundation, unique academic preparation, and a commitment to applying data and evidence to improve community health. Their work this summer will support meaningful projects that help translate information into action for the residents of Mobile County.”

If you are interested in an internship with the Mobile County Health Department to expand your knowledge of public health and learn more about the work we do, please contact us at 251-690-8823 or info@mchd.org.