Acute Care Services Administrative Internship - Summer 2027

Acute Care Services Summer Internship This position is intended as an educational opportunity, but interns are also expected to participate in and contribute to improving hospital operations through the completion of a sponsored project and other assignments. Intermountain Health is an Intermountain West-based system of nonprofit hospitals, clinics, health services, and health plans. The organization has an international reputation as a pioneer in the continuous improvement of clinical quality and as a leader in the development of clinical programs. Intermountain Health has been repeatedly recognized as one of the top integrated healthcare delivery systems in the country. The Acute Care Services Administrative Summer Internship is designed to augment classroom learning and to prepare future healthcare leaders for opportunities upon graduation. The incumbent will work directly with members of the leadership team on a variety of short-term strategic and operational improvement projects. In addition, the intern will partner with an executive mentor, attend leadership meetings and participate in development workshops. The internship will be responsible for creating and implementing a process improvement initiative. Some of the previous summer intern projects include: Physician Contract Management Redesign process Philanthropy & Hospital Administration Redesign process Patient Experience strategy Hours: Full-Time, 40hrs/wk, Mon-Fri, 10-12 weeks during the summer of 2027. Locations: Cassia Regional Hospital (Burley, ID) Logan Regional Hospital (Logan, UT) McKay-Dee Hospital (Ogden, UT) Alta View Hospital (Sandy, UT) Intermountain Medical Center (Murray, UT) St. George Regional Hospital (St. George, UT) Utah Valley Hospital (Provo, UT) Park City Hospital (Park City, UT) Delta / Fillmore Hospitals (Delta / Fillmore, UT) Children's Health - please apply on R184179 (Salt Lake City and Lehi, UT) Telehealth/Connect Care - please apply on R162867 (Murray, UT) Benefits Eligible: No Schedule: Full Time; business hours Application Process The 10-12-week full-time paid summer internship will begin the end of May to beginning of June 2027 (based upon student matriculation). The following materials must be received no later than November 29, 2026. Completion of this online application Current Resume One-page personal statement/cover letter addressing the following questions (can be uploaded in same section of application as your resume): Why are you interested in acute care services? What do you hope to gain and contribute during your Internship? Any related experience(s) that might be deemed valuable. Candidates will be selected based upon the submitted application information and interview outcomes. Only candidates who are currently enrolled in a master's program will be considered. Please direct any questions regarding the application process via email to View email address on click.appcast.io Job Essentials Participates and is involved in a variety of projects that support the needs of the department / facility. Works with the members of the team to identify solutions and perform tasks that accomplish individual and team goals. Attends team / department meetings and actively participates / takes on opportunities to share knowledge and skills that are pertinent to the meeting. Gains knowledge of the department's / facilities functions. May job shadow various roles within the department in order to understand their role in the organization. Works with other members of the department / facility to accomplish assigned tasks. Project Assistance: May be assigned one or more specific projects during the internship. Demonstrates an understanding of the process and accountability for the results / outcomes. Works independently or as a member of a team to accomplish the tasks necessary to successfully complete the project. Involves others when needed in a timely manner and work to meet project timelines. Miscellaneous: Provides staff operational / clerical support to the department / facility as needed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.- and -Completion of one year of a post-graduate degree program (preferably in Business, Public Health, or Health Services Administration).Demonstrated leadership ability and skills in critical thinking, strategic planning, analysis and systems thinking- and -Demonstrated proficiency with business computer applications (i.e spreadsheets, word processing, presentations, databases)- and -Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Preference given to students who are in the middle of their first and second year of their Master's program Work City: Murray Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $23.17 - $35.77 Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Intermountain Healthcare