ISU Healthcare Management Program Intern (Finance)

Care Initiatives • West Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Care Initiatives is offering a paid, hands-on Finance internship developed in partnership with Iowa State University's Healthcare Management Program. The internship is exclusively for students currently enrolled in that program and provides real-world finance experience alongside exposure to healthcare leadership and operations. Through rotational learning experiences and project-based assignments, interns explore finance-related disciplines, work with experienced healthcare and financial leaders, and gain insight into how finance supports operational efficiency, workforce development, organizational success, and resident care. The experience includes exposure to both the Home Office and Skilled Nursing Facility operations, professional mentorship, and opportunities to develop leadership, communication, and business skills. Interns may travel to multiple locations across Iowa and Nebraska.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in Iowa State University's Healthcare Management Program.
• Interest in healthcare leadership and finance.
• Willingness to travel to multiple locations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership experience through work, student organizations, athletics, volunteer service, or project involvement.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet insurability requirements; an MVR review is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare experience is helpful but not required.
• Senior living, long-term care, or healthcare administration experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in meaningful finance projects and project-based assignments.
• Explore multiple finance-related disciplines through rotational learning experiences.
• Partner with senior leaders involved in finance and accounting across the organization.
• Gain exposure to Home Office and Skilled Nursing Facility operations.
• Travel to multiple locations to gain a broad and diverse learning experience.
• Develop leadership, communication, and business skills.
• Build relationships with healthcare professionals across the organization's Iowa and Nebraska network.

Benefits

• Paid internship experience.
• Professional mentorship and networking opportunities.
• Real-world experience opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounts on gym memberships, Verizon Wireless, travel, entertainment, retail purchases, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed