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While there is some flexibility when it comes to the science, the day-to-day job can be a bit more structured compared to an academic setting. Communication, mentorship, writing, and lecturing can still be a part of the job, even in a non-academic position.
According to @AnneMarieJukic , a big difference is the how funding affects research. In academia, you can be limited by grant funding and time. Government research can allow for longer follow-up in research studies.
There are also a lot of opportunities for students at all levels within various government organizations: structured training programs, mentorship, research projects...
When looking for jobs, @ROrellana4 suggests looking to resources like the Emory Public Health Employment Connection, LinkedIn, and even Twitter! @AnneMarieJukic suggests the EpiMonitor mailing list. There's also USAJOBS for federal positions.
@Iplaywithgerms makes a good point: contracting positions can be a great transition into a government position.
There is a little room for negotiation with contracting positions, less so with state and federal level jobs. There are ways to advance your pay range over time, increasing levels/tiers within an institution.
What is the take home message? Be curious, take advantage of opportunities you may not have expected, and be prepared for paperwork.
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