About the role#
The Proposal Development team manages responses to client requests for proposals (RFPs) by working with business-unit leaders and subject-matter experts. This internship provides a 10-week rotation through Data and Digital, Consulting, and Spend Management. You will learn how the company integrates analytics, technology, and consulting to address hospital and health-system priorities. You will also contribute to an active RFP and complete a capstone project for leadership.
What you'll do#
- Support RFP reviews, compliance tracking, content research, document organization, and proofreading.
- Learn to analyze health systems, including market context, strategic priorities, and operating environment.
- Participate in three rotations, team meetings, and solution demonstrations.
- Interview subject-matter experts and collaborate with rotation leads and an RFP mentor.
- Maintain a weekly learning log and a capstone workplan.
- Use proposal writing tools, including Responsive, to understand the content lifecycle.
- Synthesize findings into clear, evidence-based executive messaging and visuals.
- Protect confidential client, proprietary, and pricing information according to security standards.
- Prepare and present a 10-15 minute executive-ready capstone presentation on solution development and impact.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in business, healthcare administration, communications, marketing, analytics, supply chain, public health, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams.
- Strong organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to learn unfamiliar topics quickly.
- Strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving skills.
- Interest in healthcare, professional services, data and technology, consulting, or supply-chain strategy.
- Experience with research or data visualization is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 1 through August 6).
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship at $25 per hour.
About Vizient, Inc
Vizient, Inc. provides performance improvement solutions and services to healthcare providers across the United States. The company serves over two-thirds of acute care providers and more than one-third of ambulatory providers. It offers data, analytics, and a contract portfolio representing 156 billion dollars in annual purchasing volume. Based in Irving, Texas, the firm maintains multiple offices nationwide and employs over 7,000 people.
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