CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service Fellowship 2027: Two-Year Postdoctoral Public Health Opportunity

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers the Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS), a two-year, full-time postdoctoral training programme for health professionals interested in applied epidemiology and public health practice.

The Class of 2027 application period is now closed. The most recent application window opened on 9 March 2026 and closed on 19 June 2026 at 5:00 PM ET. Applicants interested in future cohorts should continue monitoring the CDC EIS website for updates.

About the Epidemic Intelligence Service

The Epidemic Intelligence Service is a two-year postdoctoral training programme sponsored by the CDC. It provides health professionals with practical experience applying epidemiological methods to real-world public health problems.

EIS officers work on public health investigations and other assignments that can involve disease outbreaks, surveillance, epidemiological research and responses to emerging health threats.

The programme is designed for professionals interested in developing advanced skills in applied epidemiology and public health practice.

Full-Time Two-Year Commitment

Joining EIS requires a significant commitment.

Fellows must be willing to:

• Commit to the programme for two years.
• Participate on a full-time basis.
• Relocate to their assigned duty location.
• Complete the programme’s required training and orientation.
• Participate in public health assignments during the fellowship.

The Class of 2027 fellowship is scheduled to begin in early July 2027.

New EIS officers will begin with a one-month orientation and summer course in Atlanta before continuing with their assignments.

EIS 2027 Application Timeline

The application process for the Class of 2027 followed several stages.

March 9, 2026

The EIS application period opened at 8:00 AM ET.

June 19, 2026

Applications closed at 5:00 PM ET.

The CDC stated that all applications and supporting materials had to be received by the deadline. Late applications were not considered.

June–August 2026

The EIS programme reviews applications and selects candidates for interviews.

September 2026

Selected applicants participate in virtual interviews.

By October 2026

Applicants are notified whether they have been:

• Accepted
• Wait-listed
• Rejected

Spring 2027

Accepted candidates attend the EIS Conference in Atlanta, with travel expenses for the conference paid by the EIS programme.

Early July 2027

The two-year fellowship begins, with new officers completing orientation and the summer course in Atlanta.

EIS Conference

Prospective applicants were invited to attend the EIS Conference virtually from 21–24 April 2026.

The event was free to register and provided an opportunity for people interested in the programme to learn more about EIS and its work.

The conference is also part of the programme’s recruitment and information activities for prospective applicants.

What Makes EIS Different?

Unlike a conventional academic programme, EIS focuses heavily on applied epidemiology.

The fellowship is intended for health professionals who want to apply epidemiological knowledge to practical public health challenges.

This can make the programme particularly relevant to professionals interested in areas such as:

• Disease surveillance.
• Outbreak investigation.
• Public health emergencies.
• Epidemiological research.
• Population health.
• Infectious diseases.
• Public health policy and response.
• Evidence-based health interventions.

The programme provides a pathway for participants to strengthen their ability to investigate and respond to public health problems in real-world settings.

Relocation Requirement

One important consideration for prospective applicants is the programme’s relocation requirement.

Applicants must be willing to relocate to their assignment. Therefore, EIS should not be viewed as a remote fellowship that can necessarily be completed from a participant’s current location.

The programme also begins with training in Atlanta, making geographical flexibility an important consideration for anyone planning to apply.

How to Prepare for Future Applications

Although the Class of 2027 application window has closed, prospective applicants can use the period before the next recruitment cycle to prepare.

The CDC recommends that interested candidates:

• Check the programme’s eligibility requirements.
• Review salary and benefits information.
• Attend informational webinars when available.
• Learn more about EIS and the work of its fellows.
• Prepare application materials well before the next deadline.
• Monitor the official EIS website for announcements.

Because application deadlines are strict, candidates should avoid waiting until the final day to submit supporting materials.

Opportunity Summary

• Programme: Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS)
• Organisation: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• Programme type: Two-year postdoctoral training programme
• Field: Applied epidemiology and public health
• Duration: 2 years
• Commitment: Full-time
• Relocation: Required to assigned location
• Class: 2027
• Application opened: March 9, 2026
• Application deadline: June 19, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
• Interviews: September 2026
• Status notifications: By October 2026
• EIS Conference: Spring 2027
• Programme start: Early July 2027
• Current status: Applications closed

Final Note

The CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service remains a highly specialized opportunity for health professionals seeking advanced practical experience in applied epidemiology. Its two-year structure, field assignments and emphasis on real-world public health investigations make it particularly suited to professionals who want to work directly on population-level health challenges.

For those who missed the 2027 application deadline, the best approach is to monitor the CDC’s EIS recruitment page for the next application cycle and use the intervening period to strengthen qualifications and prepare application materials.

Important: The Class of 2027 application period is closed, so applicants should not submit materials for that cohort after the stated deadline.

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