Student Program Assistant

Lurie Children's Hospital • Chicago, IL

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care, leveraging the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research, and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, it is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. This position supports the Patrick M. Magoon Institute for Healthy Communities in advancing community health and improving outcomes for infants, children, adolescents, and families across Chicago. The Student Program Assistant is a paid, 10-week summer opportunity designed for current undergraduate or graduate students interested in public health, healthcare, and community-based work. This experience offers hands-on exposure to real-world projects, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to build practical skills in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. The Magoon Institute leads community-focused initiatives at Lurie Children’s, aligning clinical care, advocacy, research, and education with community engagement, and partners across the hospital and with community organizations to advance health outcomes and address key drivers of health across Chicago.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Current undergraduate or graduate student status
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in face-to-face interactions with research staff, physicians, and administrative staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to occasionally work evenings/weekends and travel throughout Chicago (via public transportation or personal vehicle)
• Ability to engage respectfully and effectively with individuals from various backgrounds and disciplines
• Commitment to advancing health equity
• Commitment to fostering inclusive and respectful environments
• Commitment to ensuring fair and unbiased practices
• Commitment to applying evidence-informed approaches
• Commitment to using data to guide decision-making
• Commitment to engaging communities as partners in shaping solutions
• Submission of a cover letter detailing academic and professional interests, learning goals, top three areas of interest from a provided list, and any additional information to assess fit

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of Lurie Children’s mission and community health strategy
• Gain hands-on experience contributing to a defined project aligned with departmental priorities
• Build skills in communication, teamwork and project management
• Strengthen administrative, technical and interpersonal skills in a professional setting
• Work on a defined project (independently or as part of a team), with scope and deliverables developed in collaboration with your supervisor based on dept/program needs and your interests
• Support dept/program operations and initiatives, including activities such as data collection, meeting coordination, event support and communication
• Participate in meetings and community-based activities to gain exposure to real-world public health and healthcare work
• Meet regularly with your supervisor to discuss progress, challenges and learning goals
• Complete community volunteer training and participate in at least one service experience
• Prepare a final summary of your work, including key deliverables and contributions
• Complete a reflective summary of your experience and learning outcomes
• Present your work and reflections to staff
• Other job functions as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees