Summer Non-Clinical Internship - Finance

Seattle Children's Hospital • Seattle, WA

17d • $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

Seattle Children's has multiple summer internship openings available in a variety of non-clinical departments across the organization. Internships will be offered in a hybrid work format and will occur over a period of up to 10 weeks, beginning in June and ending in August. Interns will work up to 40 hours per week. This is an exciting opportunity for students to engage in an inclusive, hands-on learning environment, grow their skills, and gain exposure to a diverse range of career areas at Seattle Children's. As part of this experience, interns will learn to work collaboratively as part of a team, take on substantive projects under the guidance of experienced mentors, cultivate professional networks with peers and leaders, and participate in a range of career development activities. At the conclusion of the internship, all students will prepare a final project for presentation at a formal convening attended by Seattle Children's staff and leaders. Job Summary This position is temporary and/or intermittent in nature. Length of service is greater than 100 hours. This will be a hybrid work experience, requiring an in-person presence based out of downtown Seattle approximately 1 day per week. The Finance Department seeks an intern to rotate across various groups within the Controllership org, including Accounting Operations, Financial Reporting, and Treasury while also gaining a foundational understanding of Seattle Children’s mission and commitment to providing equitable care to patients. The intern will learn about financial stewardship and sustainability, as well as the impacts of revenue and expense in the hospital, foundation, and research institute. They will develop technical skills including data management, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement. The Finance Department supports management budgeting and reporting, payment processing, treasury services, and financial and government reporting. Finance bears primary responsibility for maintaining the organization's financial books and records, and protecting the organization's assets. An ideal candidate brings dedication, creativity, and an interest in healthcare. This role will provide meaningful exposure and skill development for those interested in exploring a potential career in finance and exploring the range of accounting career paths that exist within the context of a large healthcare organization.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current undergraduate or graduate student at local college or technical school.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of MS software products, particularly Excel
• Strong desire to participate in mission-driven work.

Nice To Haves

• Accounting major strongly preferred

Benefits

• Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

What This Job Offers

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