Community Health Worker Apprenticeship Program - Fall 2026 Cohort

Internships and Apprenticeships • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Community Health Worker Apprentice reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values and follows its Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, guidelines, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. This one-year apprenticeship provides on-the-job experience and training while participants attend courses to complete a Community Health Worker (CHW) Certificate. Candidates must be currently enrolled in a CHW certificate program or have completed one within the past six months.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, OneNote, and PowerPoint.
• Currently enrolled in a Community Health Worker certificate program or completed one within the last six months.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine.
• Successfully complete assigned projects and work tasks.
• Develop working knowledge of hospital operations sufficient to complete projects supporting a variety of hospital operations.
• Develop working relationships with staff and management to support successful business interactions across all levels of the organization.
• Participate in activities designed to develop apprentices during their assignment at Northwestern Medicine.

Benefits

• $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time).
• $10,000 student loan repayment ($5,000 part-time).
• $1,000 professional development per year ($500 part-time).
• $250 wellbeing fund per year ($125 part-time).
• Matching 401(k).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Annual employee salary increase and incentive bonus.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED