Summer Non-Clinical Internship – Workforce Community and Connection

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, with ability to support in-person events on some nights and weekends. This position is initially set for a 10-week duration, with the possibility of extending through September 2026. Workforce Community and Connection (WCC) seeks an intern to assist across various project areas to support Connection Group (CG) programming while gaining a foundational understanding of Seattle Children’s mission and commitment to equity through employee engagement, belonging, retention, professional development and community engagement strategies. The intern will learn about internal and external partnerships, and develop technical skills including project/program management, data assessment for measurable hiring metrics, stakeholder engagement, and event planning. The Workforce Community and Connection team is committed to supporting Children's efforts to develop a workforce whose beliefs, attitudes and life experiences are similar to those of the families we serve. Our efforts help deliver high quality and safe care to our patients and families. Our commitment to workforce excellence is expressed in our recruiting and hiring practices, benefits and organizational culture and reinforced by our principles of family-centered care and community standards, and our values-based behaviors. WCC is committed to cultivating and sustaining an organizational culture of belonging, community and connection for all workforce members. We support the organization’s commitment to providing a range of services to workforce members, including workforce consultations, educational resources, restorative practices and community engagement opportunities. WCC manages Seattle Children’s ten Connection Groups (CGs) programs, which are employee-led groups that promote meaningful connections and belonging amongst workforce members. CGs are forums for all employees to feel supported and influence change in programs and policies to ensure we are providing the best care for our patients and an environment where our workforce members are able to thrive. Connection Groups provide opportunities for workforce members to also engage around similar chosen priorities, lived experiences and shared identities. Seattle Children’s Connection Groups include: Asian Diaspora & Friends Connection Group : Brings together Asians/Asian Americans and allies who seek to foster, engage in and encourage a space in which to build community, and promote opportunities for Asians/Asian Americans through professional development, community outreach and networking opportunities. Black & African Heritage Network (BAHN) and Friends Connection Group: As a collaborative and reciprocal relationship between workforce members, BAHN fosters cross-generational growth, learning, professional development, and career advancement within the Black and African workforce at Seattle Children’s. Disability Access Network & Friends Connection Group: Brings together disabled workforce and their allies who share the experience of living in a world designed for able-bodied people. Together the network helps magnify the voices of the disabled community to advocate for policy change, education and a culture shift to fight ableism within the organization. Hola & Friends Connection Group: Helps improve the Hispanic/Latinx employee experience, improve the Hispanic/Latinx patient and family experience at Children’s and creates a positive presence for Children’s in the Hispanic/Latinx community. Indigenous Circle & Friends Connection Group: The Indigenous Circle & Friends program brings together Seattle Children’s Indigenous workforce and provides a safe space and supportive community to recognize and celebrate each other and share our like experiences. Pasifika & Friends Connection Group: Brings together Pacific Islanders and the Indigenous peoples of Oceania (Polynesians, Micronesians, Melanesians, Aboriginal Australasians, Papuans and Asian Pacific Islanders) who share in this ethnic heritage, were raised in these geographical locations, or who identify with and embody the “Aloha Spirit.” Q Pod & Friends Connection Group: Advocates for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQI+) patients, families and workforce members and builds a strong, supportive and inclusive community through regular programming and activities, increasing connections at work, celebrations for Pride, and more. Green Team & Friends Connection Group: Leads, educates, inspires and empowers workforce in safeguarding the health and preserving the resources of present and future generations. The connection group endeavors to reduce both environmental impact and hospital costs through efficient, sustainable work practices. Parenting & Friends Connection Group: Brings together parents and caregivers to learn more about child development and gain confidence in parenting skills; connect with others experiencing the joys and challenges of raising children and working with patients and families; and builds capacity to model and coach positive parenting skills. Veterans & Friends Connection Group: The connection group provides a support structure and serves as a resource for military veterans, current service members, and their families, recognizes the contributions they make at Seattle Children’s, and gives them a voice within the organization. An ideal candidate brings dedication, creativity, and a passion for equity and belonging. This role will provide meaningful exposure and skill development for those interested in exploring a potential career in health equity and program/project management within the context of a large healthcare organization.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Rising senior or recent graduate from local college or technical school
Lived or shared experience with historically underrepresented and marginalized groups
Strong desire to engage with Seattle Children’s employees, and diverse communities
Strong desire to participate in mission-driven health equity work
Medium to large event organizing and volunteer experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with staff, managers, and executive leaders
Exercise discretion when processing and navigating confidential or sensitive information
Able to effectively problem-solve and handle moderately to highly complex problems/issues in standard or emergent situations, and to be innovative and creative
Able to work with a diverse group of people in an agile environment, with regular interruptions and changes of priority
Able to remain highly organized, work independently and prioritize work from multiple sources; and effectively participate as a team member.