INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Enterprise Internship for High School Students

CompanyAdvocate Health
LocationWestmont
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 12, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will participate in a structured, hands-on learning experience to gain exposure to clinical, administrative, and operational hospital functions. They will support various departments through educational activities, observational experiences, and assigned projects under the guidance of hospital team members.
Internship Type
part time
Salary Range
$19 - $28
Company Size
34958
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
24 hours
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About The Company
Advocate Health is redefining how, when and where care is delivered to help people live well. We’re providing equitable care for all in our communities and using our combined strength and expertise to deliver better outcomes at a lower cost. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, we have a combined footprint across seven states – Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina and Wisconsin – and maintain a strong organizational presence in Chicago and Milwaukee.
About the Role

Department:

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

24

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

The internship dates are 6/14/2027-7/30/2027. This is an on-site role assigned to work up to 24 hours Monday-Friday.

Pay Range:

$18.85 - $28.30

Position Summary

Advocate Health’s 7-week Summer Internship Program offers a robust and well-rounded experience to high school students aged 16+. We provide students with meaningful work that aligns with their interests, helping them gain valuable experience while fostering connections and creating opportunities to have fun with fellow interns and colleagues. Our internship program is designed to not only expose students to the day-to-day work of an Advocate Health teammate, but to have the opportunity to attend professional development and social networking events throughout the summer.


The Intern participates in a structured, hands-on learning experience designed to introduce high school students to careers in healthcare and the day-to-day operations of a hospital or health system. Students may rotate through or support a variety of departments, gaining exposure to clinical, administrative, operational, and support functions. Under the guidance and supervision of hospital team members, interns will participate in educational activities, observational experiences, and assigned projects while developing foundational workplace and professional skills.


Physical Requirements
Work requires walking, sitting, lifting and reaching overhead. Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 pounds, shoulder height. Must be able to push patients in wheelchairs or supplies on a rolling cart. Intact sense of sight and hearing is required. Responsible for working in a safe manner.


Education, Experience and Certifications

Currently enrolled in high school and is aged 16+ years or older before the start of the internship. Must have a demonstrated interest in exploring health care careers. Computer skills required.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

  • Incentive pay for select positions

  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

  • Paid Time Off programs

  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

  • Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.


About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Key Skills
Healthcare OperationsClinical SupportAdministrative SupportProfessional DevelopmentComputer SkillsPatient Care AssistanceSafety ComplianceCommunicationTeamworkProject Support
Categories
HealthcareEducationAdministrative
Benefits
Paid Time OffMedicalDentalVisionLife InsuranceShort-term DisabilityLong-term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsAdoption AssistancePaid Parental LeaveRetirement PlansEducational Assistance Program