About the role#
The HR Strategy and Program Management intern will work across the People Team to support strategic initiatives. You will provide an employee-centered perspective on how we plan and deliver our work. This role involves hands-on experience with projects and Centers of Excellence, including Talent, Learning & Development, Total Rewards, and Culture. We are looking for a proactive contributor who will support execution while sharing observations and recommendations to improve our programs and team effectiveness.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to planning, coordinate tasks, track timelines, and manage documentation for People Team projects.
- Identify opportunities to simplify or improve current processes.
- Support stakeholder engagement, communication development, and leader enablement.
- Share observations on what is resonating with employees and offer input on how our work affects teams.
- Research HR and workforce trends to inform strategic programs.
- Gather and analyze feedback and program data to evaluate effectiveness and provide recommendations.
- Participate in team effectiveness workshops and training sessions.
- Maintain project plans, action trackers, and process documentation.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Psychology, Communications, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and project-coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A process improvement mindset and the ability to ask thoughtful questions.
- Basic understanding of change management principles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfort working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based on-site in Chicago, Illinois.
- The program runs from June 1, 2027, to August 6, 2027.
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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