Contract Design Intern

Ascension • Saint Louis, MO

5d • Remote

About The Position

The Contract Design Intern will support contract development and sourcing activities within The Resource Group’s Strategic Sourcing department. The Resource Group is an end-to-end supply chain partner to healthcare organizations across the United States and is wholly owned by Ascension. Its teams work with provider teams to improve supply chain operations and lower non-payroll expenses in support of quality patient care.

This is a remote, full-time temporary internship on the day shift, as part of The Resource Group’s Summer 2027 internship program, which begins May 17, 2027. The intern will assist with gathering requirements, sourcing events, stakeholder engagement, contract documentation, implementation support, reporting, and process improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma equivalency or enrollment in an accredited program specific to the discipline.

Nice To Haves

• College junior year or above, such as in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather and document business, operational, and clinical requirements that inform contract development activities.
• Assist with developing and coordinating Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and other sourcing activities by organizing supplier information and supporting evaluation processes.
• Support contract design activities through stakeholder communications, supplier evaluations, and documentation that contribute to contract strategies and implementation planning.
• Collaborate with sourcing, clinical, operational, and other cross-functional teams on contract development, stakeholder engagement, and end-user feedback activities.
• Support contract lifecycle activities, including supplier communications, contract documentation, performance tracking, and issue resolution during implementation.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and project documentation, and contribute to process improvement initiatives, contract communications, and organizational knowledge sharing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and other benefits.

What This Job Offers

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