About the role#
The Buckeye Pathways Summer Internship Program is a 10-week summer enrichment program at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. It exposes students to different parts of the health system, including hospital administration, operations, human resources, ambulatory services, and mental and behavioral health. This is a paid, full-time position.
What you'll do#
- Work in a team environment to gain experience across the health system.
- Partner with an Executive Leader who will serve as your mentor.
- Complete meaningful projects related to your assigned focus area.
- Engage in professional and personal development activities.
- Participate in volunteer opportunities and attend monthly lunch and learns.
- Present your summer project outcomes to senior leaders at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a junior in a bachelor's degree program.
- A minimum overall college GPA of 3.0 and good academic standing.
- A major in Business, Healthcare, Public Health, Psychology, or a related field.
- Availability to work 38 hours per week on-site.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Location & details#
- Location: University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Housing is provided for non-local students.
About The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University operates as a public land-grant research university. It was founded in 1870 and maintains its main campus in Columbus, Ohio. The institution manages regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, and Wooster. It serves a large student population through teaching, research, and service programs.
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