Intern Career Explorer
Essentia Health
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota
Quick overview
The intern will observe and assist healthcare teams in real-world environments to gain exposure to various medical occupations. They will perform basic duties under supervision while exploring different departments and functions within the organization.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 16 years of age and demonstrate curiosity, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information. Previous volunteer or internship experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Job description
Building Location
- St
- Josephs
- Medical
- Center
- Department: 4008000 ADMINISTRATION - SJMC
Job Description
The Healthcare Explorer position provides students and career changers with the opportunity to gain exposure to various healthcare occupations. In this role, individuals will support, observe, and assist healthcare teams in real-world environments. Under supervision, candidates will perform basic duties according to established guidelines while exploring different careers, departments, and functions within our organization. Education Qualifications: We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: Interest and Curiosity in Healthcare: Clear motivation for exploring healthcare careers, as evidenced by prior experiences (e.g., coursework, volunteer work, or personal projects) and/or expressed enthusiasm during the interview or application process Communication and Interpersonal Skills: The ability to effectively communicate with peers, patients, and staff, demonstrated through examples of past work or volunteer experiences, feedback from prior employers, or specific instances where communication skills were critical in achieving a goal Organizational Skills: Evidence of managing multiple tasks or responsibilities, such as balancing academic coursework with extracurricular activities or maintaining a personal schedule, as described in previous roles or activities Confidentiality and Professionalism: Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information respectfully, through past roles (e.g., volunteer work, internships) that required confidentiality and discretion, or a clear understanding of confidentiality principles Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work with others, evidenced by participation in team-oriented projects, group work in school, or collaborative volunteer experiences. Ability to provide examples of teamwork challenges and how they were addressed Initiative and Proactive Learning: Examples of independently seeking out new learning opportunities, whether through research, additional coursework, or extracurricular activities that demonstrate curiosity and self-driven growth Comfort with Inquiry: Willingness to ask questions and seek clarification when needed, shown through past experiences where asking for guidance led to a positive outcome or learning opportunity Attention to Detail: Demonstrated accuracy in performing tasks, such as following instructions carefully in previous roles or volunteer work, or a track record of attention to detail in any academic or extracurricular activity Time Commitment: Availability to adhere to a specific schedule, as demonstrated by previous roles where consistency and reliability in time management were required Required Qualifications: 16 years of age or older
Preferred Qualifications
Previous job shadowing or internship experience in healthcare Completion of relevant coursework (e.g., Medical Terminology, Intro to Allied Health, Human Anatomy & Physiology) Volunteer experience in a healthcare setting Licensure/Certification Qualifications: FTE: 0 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: - Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000. To search for more jobs, please CLICK HERE. Find more than a job. Find more in yourself. Find your calling. Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others. Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible scheduling
- Medical insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Professional development
- Generous time off
- Wellness resources