Financial Analytics & Decision Support Internship

Woman's Hospital•Baton Rouge, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analytics and Decision Support Intern supports the daily operations and strategic initiatives of the Financial Analytics and Decision Support department at Woman’s Hospital. The internship provides college students with practical experience in healthcare financial analytics, data management, reporting, and decision support while contributing to projects that support organizational planning, operational efficiency, and informed decision-making. Assignments are based on department needs, the student’s interests and skills, and applicable academic requirements. Potential assignments include month-end financial reviews, executive-level special projects, database maintenance, financial and operational data analysis, process improvement, development of job aids, and exploring the use of artificial intelligence to improve workflows and reporting processes. The internship runs from February 1, 2027, through April 30, 2027, and is on-site at Woman’s Hospital’s main campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Remote work is not available. Work schedules are flexible to accommodate academic commitments, and interns are expected to maintain an agreed-upon schedule and communicate availability changes in advance. Some assignments may require attendance at scheduled department meetings or project activities. Compensation is $16.00 per hour for undergraduate students and $18.00 per hour for graduate (Master’s-level) students. Applicants must submit a current resume and cover letter.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
Coursework or interest in finance, business analytics, economics, business administration, healthcare administration, information systems, data analytics, or a related field.
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet agreed-upon deadlines, and communicate progress or barriers.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Interest in learning about financial reporting, data analysis, database management, and emerging technologies.
Willingness to learn new systems, accept feedback, and work both independently and collaboratively.
Submit a current resume and cover letter.

Responsibilities

Support month-end financial review activities by assisting with data collection, report preparation, and analysis of financial and operational information.
Assist with executive-level special projects and analytical initiatives that support organizational planning and strategic decision-making.
Maintain and update financial databases, spreadsheets, and reporting tools to support data accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.
Collect, organize, and analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, summarize findings, and support informed business decisions.
Assist with reviewing and documenting departmental processes, including developing job aids, reference materials, and workflow instructions.
Explore and assist with approved artificial intelligence tools to streamline processes, improve data analysis, and enhance reporting efficiency.
Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries to communicate financial information, analytical findings, and project updates.
Support process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve data management, reporting accuracy, and operational workflows.
Collaborate with Financial Analytics and Decision Support team members and other hospital departments to complete assigned projects.
Maintain confidentiality and follow hospital policies related to privacy, data security, and professional conduct.
Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of the internship.