Intern, Public Health Information Technology and Computer Science

CHOC Children's; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The CHOC internship program offers hands‑on training across multiple hospital areas, with mentorship to develop competencies and contribute to meaningful projects. Interns complete designated activities within available funding and departmental constraints, gaining exposure to real-world healthcare tech initiatives.

Under leadership supervision, interns will join a team focused on improving patient outcomes, reducing costs, and increasing efficiencies through technology and data-driven

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college or university, or holding a Bachelor's or Master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting software builds for projects across the health system.
• Meet with stakeholders to understand goals, tasks, workflow, timelines, and outcomes.
• Engage with patients/families to support digital health app development and UX design.
• Ensure MedTech is data-driven, HIPAA compliant, and age appropriate for pediatrics.
• Perform related tasks as needed.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

Github

Git

HTML

CSS

React

React Native

Figma

API

MongoDB Atlas

AWS S3

Ionic

Angular

Assembly

SQL

Prolog

Lisp

Postman

Supabase

Education

College enrollment

Job description

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Job Summary

The internship program occurs in various areas of CHOC Children’s hospital. Interns will get hands‑on training and mentorship in a wide array of competencies that will help in their professional development. The Intern is responsible for completing designated projects or activities as assigned in various areas. Internship programs are limited to the amount of funding for such program, and will end at the discretion of the department or funds available for the position.

Pay Range

Minimum $23.00 Midpoint $25.71 Maximum $28.42

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Under the supervision of the Director of Biostatistics, the intern will become part of a leadership team for the MedTech project portfolio that manages multiple projects designed to improve patient outcomes, reduce costs or increase efficiencies in the health system.

Responsibilities

The intern will be responsible for a variety of activities associated with the portfolio including but not limited to:

• Assist in supporting specific software builds for projects across the health system;
• Meet with stakeholders to understand project goals, tasks, workflow, timelines, and desired outcomes;
• Engage with patients and families as needed, to support digital health application development and U/X design;
• Ensure MedTech is data‑driven, culturally responsive, HIPPA compliant, has sufficient guardrails for a pediatric population, and is age appropriate;
• Perform other related tasks as needed.
• Preferred Skills: C++; Python, Java, Javascript, Typescript, Github, Git, HTML, CSS, React, React Native, Figma, API, MongoDB Atlas, AWS S3 Ionic, Angular, Assembly, SQL, Prolog, Lisp, Postman, Supabase

Education

Required: Currently enrollment in college or university program, or Bachelor's Degree, or Master's Degree.

Specialized Skills

Required: Intermediate skills in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); ability to maintain strict confidentiality; good interpersonal communication and listening skills; strong customer service skills; effective verbal and written communication. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction.

Preferred: Analytical skills necessary to assess facts/data and develop recommendations. Interpersonal communication skills required to work with a variety of personnel.

Licensure

Preferred: Basic Life Support (BLS).

Work Environments - Functional Demand

Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.