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Healthcare Management Intern

Healthcare | Remote in Laurel, MD | Part Time and Internship

Job Description

About the Internship

DiscoverU Health is seeking a Healthcare Management Intern for a fully remote, 6-month internship requiring a commitment of 20 hours per week. As a growing healthcare startup, we offer a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while contributing to meaningful work that advances health equity. Interns will support operational, clinical, and strategic initiatives—gaining exposure to healthcare administration, EHR systems, project planning, and healthcare policy analysis. This role is ideal for individuals eager to apply academic knowledge in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Please note: This is an unpaid internship intended for educational purposes and is eligible for academic credit. It is structured to benefit the intern through mentorship and hands-on learning. There is no expectation of compensation or employment upon completion.

Key Learning Opportunities & Responsibilities

  • Work with our EHR system (eClinicalWorks) to maintain patient data, generate reports, and identify process improvements

  • Support community outreach initiatives and build strategic partnerships

  • Collaborate directly with the CEO on healthcare delivery and policy improvement projects

  • Conduct research on healthcare policy, compliance, and operational best practices

  • Assist in analyzing budgets, forecasting costs, and identifying efficiencies

  • Ensure alignment with HIPAA and ethical standards through quality assurance involvement

  • Present findings to internal stakeholders during quarterly team meetings

  • Help design and implement strategies that enhance patient care and operational workflows

Preferred Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a master’s program in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or a related field

  • Familiarity with EHR systems (e.g., eClinicalWorks) and healthcare operations

  • Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and data interpretation

  • Strong written/verbal communication and presentation skills

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed in a remote environment

  • Understanding of HIPAA and healthcare compliance standards

What You’ll Gain

  • Exposure to real-world healthcare operations and policy development

  • Mentorship from senior leadership, including the CEO

  • Opportunities to contribute to strategic projects and present your work

  • A meaningful experience impacting health access and equity in underserved communities

About DiscoverU Health

DiscoverU Health is a tech-enabled concierge medical practice advancing health equity by providing accessible, preventive care to underserved communities. Our mission-driven team delivers personalized services in primary care, mental health, and care coordination.