Hospital Administrator Intern

Hospital Administrator Intern

Overview:

This internship introduces high school students to hospital administration and the operations behind healthcare facilities. Interns will observe hospital administrators and office staff as they manage departments, coordinate staff, and support patient services. The experience provides insight into leadership, organization, and decision-making in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities May Include:

· Shadow hospital administrators during daily operations, meetings, and planning activities

· Assist with non-clinical tasks such as organizing documents, filing, and managing office supplies

· Observe how administrators coordinate departments, staff schedules, and hospital workflows

· Learn about hospital policies, regulations, and confidentiality standards (HIPAA)

· Support special projects, reporting, or community outreach initiatives

· Gain exposure to professional communication, teamwork, and problem-solving in a healthcare setting

· Completing assignments, reflection journals, or internship workbook entries as required by the program

Learning Outcomes:

· Understand the role of hospital administrators in managing healthcare facilities

· Learn about organizational operations, workflow management, and hospital policies

· Gain awareness of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards in healthcare

· Develop organizational, communication, and leadership skills

· Explore career and educational pathways in healthcare administration and management

Preferred Skills/Interests:

· Interest in healthcare, business, or management

· Strong organizational and communication skills

· Ability to work professionally with staff and patients

· Curiosity, reliability, and willingness to learn

Additional Information:

· Interns will primarily observe and assist with support tasks; they will not make administrative decisions independently

· Compliance with dress code, confidentiality, and workplace policies are required

· Some placements may require background checks, health screenings, or orientation before starting

Notice on Internship Opportunities

Please note that internship opportunities will vary by host site and county.

· Not all career areas or placements will be available in every location.

· Host sites may have different requirements, schedules, responsibilities.

· Opportunities depend on local partnerships, availability, and community resources.

Students are encouraged to remain flexible and open to a variety of learning experiences. Each internship is designed to provide valuable workplace skills, career exploration, and professional growth - regardless of the specific placement.

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.

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