The purpose of this internship program is to provide learning opportunities for students who are interested in the healthcare industry. It also allows PIH Health to provide short-term support for the internal departments and gain a fresh perspective from future generations.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Program Specifics

• 11-week program: June 1, 2026, through August 14, 2026
• Full-time; 40 hours per week

Required Skills

• Dependable person with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have knowledge and demonstrated use of Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work effectively with all audiences.
• Must possess ability to organize, plan daily activities and demonstrate initiative with minimal supervision
• Must have the ability to learn quickly and follow through—be a self-starter
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to meet and work pleasantly and effectively with a variety of professionals at all levels within the organization as well as with patients and community members
• Ability to present a clear flow of information
• Adheres to all privacy laws
• Detail oriented and highly organized

Required Experience

Required:

• College student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• At least 18 years of age or older.
• Healthcare-related degree is strongly preferred.
• Available to work full-time for duration of the eleven-week program. Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future authorization or visa sponsorship for employment.
• Pass a drug and background screening.
• Must be a local resident (relocation services not available).

• Dependable person with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have knowledge and demonstrated use of Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work effectively with all audiences.
• Must possess ability to organize, plan daily activities and demonstrate initiative with minimal supervision
• Must have the ability to learn quickly and follow through—be a self-starter
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to meet and work pleasantly and effectively with a variety of professionals at all levels within the organization as well as with patients and community members
• Ability to present a clear flow of information
• Adheres to all privacy laws
• Detail oriented and highly organized