Administrative Fellowship

Sentara Health•Virginia Beach, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Health invites candidates to apply for the Sentara Administrative Fellowship Program beginning in June 2027. This nationally competitive program seeks individuals with strong communication and management skills who aim to complement their graduate education within a leading integrated healthcare organization. The fellowship is based within Sentara Health, with many experiences located in Hampton Roads, Virginia. The Sentara Administrative Fellowship is a two-year program that provides fellows with the opportunity to support strategic and operational initiatives across the enterprise through rotational and project-based experiences. Fellows contribute to team-based projects, conduct research and analysis, and assist in implementing key initiatives while gaining exposure to diverse operational areas. Fellows also engage with leadership through Board meeting attendance and small-group discussions with leaders across the organization.

Requirements

Completion of a graduate-level degree (CAHME, AUPHA, or AACSB accreditation is common).
If enrolled, applicants must be on course to complete the didactic portion before the fellowship start date in June 2027.
The program may be used to fulfill a programmatic residency requirement.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
Resume (2 pages maximum)
Cover Letter (1 page maximum)
Personal Statement (2 pages maximum)
Two Letters of Recommendation (1 page each; typically, one professional and one academic)
Undergraduate and Graduate Unofficial Transcripts

Responsibilities

Support strategic and operational initiatives across the enterprise through rotational and project-based experiences.
Contribute to team-based projects.
Conduct research and analysis.
Assist in implementing key initiatives.
Gain exposure to diverse operational areas.
Engage with leadership through Board meeting attendance and small-group discussions with leaders across the organization.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Professional development
Continued employment philosophy