Enterprise Internship, Macon Health Care Administration & Operations Undergraduate
About The Position
The Administrative & Operational intern may be assigned to site or system Administration departments or Operations across Advocate Health. The internship offers exposure to a wide range of system areas and first-hand experience in healthcare operations and strategy. Interns are responsible for seeking out substantial studies and projects across the system, supporting alignment of business objectives with team members and management in designated business units. Specific job standards and guidelines will be further developed by the department. The intern will contribute to healthcare projects, work as part of a team during assigned rotations, and build healthcare management skills. The role includes working with physicians, administrative colleagues, and allied health staff; contributing to committees and task forces; supporting strategic planning and program development; and studying and applying improvement methodologies. The intern will meet regularly with leadership to discuss the internship and report on project progress. This is an on-site internship in Macon, Georgia, from May 31, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Interns are scheduled for up to 40 hours per week during Monday–Friday business hours. The listed 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, with junior or senior standing.
- Current enrollment at a regionally accredited college or university and in the process of obtaining an undergraduate degree.
- Grade point average of at least 2.5.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully complete tasks.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Effective multitasking and prioritization skills.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Excel.
- Integrity, maturity, dependability, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm.
- No experience required.
- No licensure, registration, or certification required.
Responsibilities
- Contribute meaningfully to a diverse portfolio of healthcare projects and meet project sponsors’ needs.
- Join the work unit team and carry out assigned work during rotations.
- Identify and use internal and external support resources to accomplish work goals.
- Share information and perspectives on current trends and issues to stimulate ideas and discussion.
- 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.
- Contribute to committee work related to assignments.
- Describe and integrate healthcare functions and relationships, including practice, education and research; inpatient and outpatient settings; staff roles; workforce processes; and costs, charges, revenue, providers, and payors.
- Identify opportunities 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 development of programs and services as assigned.
- Assist in managing databases and enter information, data, and records.
- Participate in developing programs, processes, or applications.
- Assist in preparing information and research materials, and create and maintain presentations.
Benefits
- Benefits eligibility is listed as Yes.
- Paid time off programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined-contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational assistance program.
- Career development programs.
- Potential annual performance-based increases.
- Premium pay and incentive pay for select positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
