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Strategic Administrative Fellow
CompanyUVA Health
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 30, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will conduct research and analyze healthcare trends to support strategic decision-making. They will also assist in the development of key performance indicators and contribute to presentations for executive leadership.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$21 - $33
Company Size
9394
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Based in Charlottesville, Va., UVA Health embodies the leadership and inventiveness personified by its founder, Thomas Jefferson. In 1825, Jefferson established the nation’s 10th medical school, which has since grown into a nationally renowned academic medical center. UVA Health includes a 612-bed hospital, level I trauma center, children's hospital and primary and specialty clinics throughout Central Virginia.
Ranked among the best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, UVA has doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals recognized as leaders in their fields and who make every effort to push the envelope of medicine.
Search for our jobs at https://jobs.virginia.edu.
About the Role
Join our dynamic strategy team as an intern at one of the nation's leading public academic health systems. UVA Health is seeking a highly motivated Strategy Intern for a one-year program within our System Strategy Office. This internship role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in healthcare strategy and implementation while contributing to impactful projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery. Interns will be integral team members, attending meetings, managing multiple projects, and developing skills crucial for success in the healthcare industry. The position will benefit from close collaboration with the entire strategy team and will be intimately involved in an extensive range of high impact projects.<br><br>In this role, the incumbent can expect to:<br><br>- Conduct secondary and primary research to uncover actionable insights for strategic decision-making<br>- Analyze and monitor healthcare trends, competitors, and market dynamics to develop comprehensive analyses<br>- Transform research findings into compelling and meaningful overviews for leadership<br>- Collaborate on strategic briefs to guide cross-functional teams in delivering impactful initiatives<br>- Assist in the development and analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs) for various departments and programs<br>- Support the planning and coordination of strategic projects and programmatic events<br>- Contribute to the preparation of presentations and reports for executive leadership<br><br>Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate experience and skills including but not limited to:<br><br>- Currently enrolled and/or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in healthcare management, business administration, public health, or related field<br>- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analysis tools<br>- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities<br>- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment<br>- Demonstrated interest in healthcare strategy and operations<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><ul><li>Demonstrates basic healthcare operation knowledge.</li><li>Maintains compliance with departmental policies and procedures.</li><li>Engages in professional self-development.</li><li>Performs tasks to reinforce industry specific issues related to the degree as well as the needs of the Health System.</li><li>Individual assignments are completed under the direction of the appropriate Health System Leader.</li><li>Develops recommendations around how to improve processes.</li><li>Demonstrates computer skills and proficiency in the utilization of standard software specific to departmental needs.</li><li>Communicates and collaborates with assigned work team to provide backup coverage and support as needed.</li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b><span>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS</span></b></p><p><b><span>Education</span></b><span>: Bachelor’s Degree and participant in an accredited Master’s Degree program.</span></p><p><b><span>Experience</span></b><span>: No experience required; relevant work experience healthcare or public health preferred.</span></p><p><b><span>Licensure</span></b><span>: None.</span></p><p></p><p><b>PHYSICAL DEMANDS</b></p><p>This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>The starting base rate for this role is $25.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Benefits</b></p><ul><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Certification and education support</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Generous Paid Time Off</span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><a href="https://jobs.virginia.edu/why-uva-health" target="_blank">UVA Health</a><span> is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 </span><a href="https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/va/university-of-virginia-medical-center-6344000" target="_blank">U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide</a><span> rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 </span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WLM0">conditions/procedures.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span> We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. </span><a href="https://jobs.virginia.edu/uva-childrens" target="_blank">UVA Health Children’s</a><span> is named by </span><a href="https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/va/university-of-virginia-childrens-hospital-PA6344000" target="_blank">2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report</a><span> as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.</span></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i>The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about </i><a target="_blank" href="https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity"><span style="color:#0000ff"><i><u>UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment</u></i></span></a><i>.</i></p>
Key Skills
ResearchData AnalysisCommunicationCollaborationHealthcare StrategyProblem-solvingProject ManagementPresentation SkillsPerformance IndicatorsTrend AnalysisMarket DynamicsStrategic PlanningTeamworkHealthcare OperationsSelf-developmentComputer Skills
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Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Time OffLong-term DisabilityShort-term DisabilityRetirement SavingsHealth Saving PlansFlexible Spending AccountsCertification SupportEducation Support
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