Summer Internship - Leadership Development

Position Summary:

THMA’s Summer Internship Program offers a meaningful and engaging experience designed to foster professional growth and industry exposure. Over the course of 10 weeks (June 9th– mid-August), interns will participate in hands-on projects, executive engagement, and professional development opportunities that will enhance both participation and engagement.

A key feature of the program is in-office collaboration, where local interns will join their teams in person two days per week to build stronger connections and gain hands-on learning experiences. Interns will also take part in the Boost Program, a structured series of sessions designed to accelerate early career development within THMA. Additionally, the "Vital Voices" executive sessions will provide interns with the opportunity to engage directly with THMA’s leadership, gaining valuable insights into career progression and professional journeys.

To support work-life balance, interns will have a flexible work schedule, working up to 29 hours per week with consistent hours set in coordination with their managers. At the conclusion of the program, all interns will complete an End-of-Internship Project, where they will present a PowerPoint to their teams, showcasing their learnings and contributions. More details on project expectations will be shared with both interns and managers as the summer cohort approaches.

The primary objectives of the program are to provide an educational experience, allowing interns to develop new skills and gain insight into the healthcare industry. Through hands-on tasks and real-world projects, interns will enhance their skill development, taking on assignments that are both achievable at their current level and challenging enough to foster growth. The program also offers broad industry exposure, introducing interns to different departments and roles within THMA. Lastly, the program is designed to maximize talent potential, identifying and nurturing high-potential individuals who may contribute to THMA’s long-term hiring strategy while strengthening the overall reputation of the internship program.

Opportunity Overview:
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in THMA’s Leadership Development programs, with exposure to current and aspiring healthcare leaders to support leadership acceleration programs. The intern will gain exposure to leadership programming, data-driven storytelling, and program operations, contributing to projects that shape the development and growth of THMAs leadership development programs. All aligning with our mission “We Power our community to drive health forward.”

Key Responsibilities:

Priority 1: LD Participant Promotion & Growth Analytics

• Identify and map the promotional cycle of LD participants to understand career progression over time
• Analyze historical participant data to quantify growth trends
• Develop a scalable tracking mechanism (dashboard, database or reporting tool)

Priority 2: Member Value Storytelling & Impact Documentation

• Collect and catalog participant success stories
• Develop a framework to categorize and store value narratives (prometon, skill growth, expanded scope, etc)
• Identify themes and patterns that reinforce program effectiveness

Priority 3: Call for Nominations-Supporting Recruitment & Engagement

• Support tracking and outreach of contracted seats leading up to the nomination deadline (June, July, August-September deadline).
• Maintain organized records and help refine the nomination process for efficiency.

Optional Opportunity:

• Attend the June 10^th Physician Leadership Program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of the program while observing how THMA initiatives are shaping the future of physician leadership. Participation in the event will include assisting with onsite logistics and execution of the event. Opportunity to engage with physician leaders and THMA faculty.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, preferably in healthcare administration, business, communications, or a related field.
• Strong interest in leadership development, healthcare, and organizational strategy.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data and present meaningful insights.
• Strong communication and writing skills for outreach and content development.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint is a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Intern candidates are current students pursuing their undergraduate degree, preferably entering their Junior/Senior year
• Experience working on multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment is essential
• An interest in healthcare is a plus
• Ability to come into the office 2 days a week (Arlington, VA)
• Ability to work 25-29 hours per week for 10 weeks starting Tuesday, June 8th, 2026

Interpersonal Skills & Attributes: 

• Collaborative 
• Customer-focused
• Team approach to working with others
• Process oriented with the ability to drive a project to completion
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Self-directed and resourceful
• Excellent communication
• Excellent organizational skills from planning to execution of tasks and projects

Internship Benefits & Experience Gained:

• Hands-on industry experience with healthcare leadership programs.
• Experience building reporting frameworks from the ground up
• Tangible experience quantifying program ROI and market differentiation
• Experience with CRM tools like Salesforce and project management platforms like Asana.
• Professional development through Boost Program & Vital Voices executive sessions.
• Possibility for future employment opportunities at THMA based on performance.