Intern - Operational Process Improvement

Sentara Health; United States; Sur place; USD 22 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reim

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Educational assistance and student-loa

Résumé du poste

Sentara Health is seeking a motivated Process Improvement Engineer Intern to support operational excellence in a healthcare setting. The internship provides hands-on experience in process analysis, workflow optimization, data collection, and improvement projects that enhance efficiency and service delivery.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering, with interest in Lean methods, data analysis, and collaborative problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering (preferred).
• Interest in process improvement, operational excellence, Lean methodologies, or performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and present data effectively.

Responsabilités

• Assist with process analysis and workflow optimization.
• Support data collection and data presentation for improvement projects.
• Contribute to projects that enhance efficiency, quality, and service delivery.
• Collaborate with leaders and team members to implement changes.

Connaissances

Lean methodologies

Data analysis

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Excel & PowerPoint

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering

Outils

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Description du poste

City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Overview Sentara Health is seeking a motivated Process Improvement Engineer Intern to join our team at Sentara Park. This internship provides hands‑on experience supporting operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. Working closely with experienced leaders and team members, the intern will assist with process analysis, workflow optimization, data collection, and improvement projects that enhance efficiency, quality, and service delivery. This role is ideal for a student pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field who is interested in applying Lean, process improvement, data analysis, and problem‑solving skills within a dynamic healthcare environment. The intern will gain valuable exposure to healthcare operations while contributing to meaningful projects that support Sentara's mission of improving health every day.

Education Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering (Preferred) Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university undergraduate or graduate program Active military service member pursuing a SkillBridge internship may also be considered

Experience Interest in process improvement, operational excellence, Lean methodologies, or performance improvement initiatives Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and present data effectively Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate in a team environment

We provide market‑competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full‑time employment is $19.70 - $19.70 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on‑call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra‑shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years. Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan. The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara “Employer of Choice” for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years. Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!