About the role#
The Information Services Internship is a 10-12 week paid program based in Chicago. It offers students the chance to gain practical experience within a healthcare environment. You will work on projects that support clinical, operational, and business teams while learning how technology impacts patient care and innovation. This role is designed for students pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Psychology, Sociology, or Business Administration.
What you'll do#
- Support the mission and values of Northwestern Medicine.
- Complete meaningful IT projects that assist clinical and operational teams.
- Learn from experienced IT professionals through daily hands-on exposure.
- Explore emerging technologies and current trends in healthcare IT.
- Participate in New Employee Orientation and professional development workshops.
- Build your professional network by connecting with staff and fellow interns.
- Collaborate on an intern group project and deliver a final presentation.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Enrollment in an associates, bachelors, or masters program at the start of the internship.
- Completion of at least two semesters or 30 credit hours.
- Completion of at least the sophomore year of study is preferred.
- Superior academic performance and demonstrated leadership skills.
- Maturity, professionalism, and initiative.
- Comfort working within complex organizations.
- A clear interest in a career in healthcare IT.
- Prior internship or work experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
About Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine operates as a collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. The organization maintains a network of more than 200 locations across the Chicago area. It employs over 40,000 people. The system specializes in areas including oncology, orthopaedics, cardiology, pediatrics, neurosciences, and women's health.
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