Enterprise Internship, Health Care Administration & Operations Undergraduate Hybrid Macon, GA

Advocate Health•Macon, GA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Administrative & Operational Intern may be assigned to site or system administration departments, or operations across Advocate Health. The internship offers access to a wide range of system areas for firsthand operational and strategy experience. Interns are responsible for seeking out substantial studies and projects across the system, supporting alignment between business objectives, team members, and management in designated business units. Departments offering opportunities may include Patient Access/Placement. The department will further develop specific job standards and guidelines for the internship role. The intern will contribute to healthcare projects, work as part of a unit team, develop healthcare management skills, and collaborate with physicians, administrators, and allied health staff across Advocate Health. The role also involves continuous improvement work, strategic planning, program development, database and records support, and preparation of research materials and presentations. Interns will meet regularly with leadership to discuss the internship and report on project progress. This hybrid internship is based in Macon, Georgia, and runs from May 31, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Interns are scheduled for up to 40 hours per week during Monday–Friday business hours. Pay is $21.00 per hour.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Healthcare Leadership, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Management, Nonprofit Management, Data Analytics, or a related field.
Have freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior standing as of Fall 2027 and be enrolled at a regionally accredited college or university.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to complete tasks successfully.
Strong teamwork skills.
Effective multitasking and prioritization skills.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Excel.
Integrity, maturity, dependability, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm.
No prior experience required.
No licensure, registration, or certification required.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a diverse portfolio of healthcare projects and meet project sponsors’ needs.
Join the assigned work unit and carry out work during the rotation, using internal and external support resources to accomplish goals.
Share information and perspectives on current trends and issues to stimulate new ideas and thinking.
Build healthcare management skills and work effectively with physicians, administrative colleagues, and allied health staff across Advocate Health.
Direct or lead the work of others in a work group or task force and contribute to committees related to assignments.
Describe and integrate functions and relationships across practice, education and research; inpatient and outpatient settings; clinical and administrative teams; workforce processes; and healthcare costs, charges, revenue, providers, and payors in support of Advocate Health’s vision.
Identify ways to improve processes and outcomes and support exceptional patient care.
Study and apply improvement methodologies, including data collection and analysis, group facilitation, and implementation strategies.
Meet regularly with leadership to discuss the internship and report on project progress.
Participate in the system’s strategic planning process.
Assist with developing other programs and services as assigned.
Help manage databases and enter information, data, and records.
Participate in the development of programs, processes, or applications.
Assist with preparing information and research materials, and create and maintain presentations.
Operate equipment necessary to perform the job and perform other related duties as required.