Student Program Assistant

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 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. The team partners across the hospital and with community organizations to advance health outcomes and address key drivers of health across Chicago.

Requirements

Applicants MUST include a cover letter with their application detailing their interest in this position, including: Your current academic and professional interests, What you hope to learn and skills you aim to develop, Your top three areas of interest from this list: Social work, epidemiology/data, community health, community outreach/engagement, public health administration/operations, access to care, clinical care, behavioral health/mental health, disease prevention/management, health policy & advocacy, health communications/marketing, health education, program development, program evaluation, qualitative research, workforce development/ training/hiring, social drivers of health, built environment or another public or community health topic (please detail), Any additional information that helps us assess fit for this experience
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
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; fostering inclusive and respectful environments; ensuring fair and unbiased practices; applying evidence-informed approaches; using data to guide decision-making; and engaging communities as partners in shaping solutions

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 and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
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