Implementation Launch Team Intern- Summer 2026 COACH College Program

Status

Part-Time

Standard Hours per Week

35

Job Posting Category

Internship

Job Posting Description

Who we are 

At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. 

The COACH - Community and Opportunities at Children's Hospital - internship program mission is to create a pathway for emerging healthcare professionals, offering hands-on experience, structured development, and dedicated mentorship. 

The opportunity 

The College COACH summer internship is a paid program running from Monday, June 8-Friday, August 14, 2026. In addition to on-the-job training and work experience, the program includes workshops and additional development programs. College students will work 35 hours/week. Interns will earn $17.50-$21.50/hour. 

This role is hybrid, some work in Boston and Waltham. Specific work hours will be determined by the supervisor. 

What you’ll do 

• Analyze appointment lengths by collecting and evaluating data to improve scheduling workflows 

• Assist in launching new workflows, create dashboards, and support operational needs on the clinic floors 

• Attend a 2-day program orientation and onboarding 

• Participate in virtual and in-person workshops and activities 

What you’ll get 

• Skills in project management, data analysis, and workflow optimization  

• Learn how to collect and interpret operational data, develop dashboards for financial and staffing analysis, and apply findings to improve clinical processes 

• Develop job-ready skills for the healthcare industry 

• Increase knowledge of healthcare career pathways 

• Professional development 

• Opportunity to present your learnings at the end of the program 

• Peer cohort and cohort mentor to support learning and development 

• MBTA Link pass for June-August 2026 

Who you are 

• You are an undergraduate college student in good academic standing and will be enrolled in a two-or four-year program for Fall 2026, and you are interested in working in healthcare 

• You have: 

• Strong analytical and organizational skills 

• Basic proficiency in Excel or other data analysis platforms (familiarity with Epic is a plus but not required) 

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to manage projects independently 

• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn  

Recruitment process 

• Internship opportunities: We encourage students to review the posted COACH internship opportunities and to apply to no more than three postings.  

• Resume review & interviews: Applications will be reviewed, and screenings and interviews will be scheduled as appropriate. Resumes are required; if you need assistance developing a resume, please engage with your school career center or contact coach@childrens.harvard.edu. 

• Offer decision: We will follow up within one week of your interview. Decisions regarding program acceptance will be made in March. 

• Onboarding: Those selected for the internship program will complete onboarding by May to ensure a smooth start to the program. This includes: 

• Scheduling an appointment during one of our on-site onboarding days 

• Obtaining appropriate work permits and documentation, as needed 

• Health records 

• Proof of Employment Eligibility