Senior Living Intern

Glenmeadow, Inc.; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 11,160 - 33,480; Part time

Job summary

Glenmeadow, Inc. is offering an internship for a Senior Living Intern. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various departments such as administration, health services, and marketing. The intern will engage with residents, participate in strategic planning, and develop operational suggestions in a vibrant senior living community in Western Massachusetts. Matriculation in a relevant degree program is required, alongside strong communication skills. A modest stipend is provided.

Qualifications

• Matriculation in a relevant Bachelor's or Master's program is required.
• Interest in the senior living sector is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with or take ownership of projects across various departments.
• Engage with residents to understand their experiences.
• Provide suggestions to enhance operations and visibility.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Graphic design software

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant major

Job description

Senior Living Intern

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1479

Internships are designed for you to contribute, connect, and grow. Senior living is one of the fastest-growing industries in the country, offering stable, purpose-driven careers in healthcare, business, hospitality, IT, and more. With an aging population and increasing demand for innovative care and services, this field opens doors to meaningful work and long-term opportunity.

Our individualized internship model puts you in the driver’s seat. Glenmeadow leadership will work with you to craft a job description that meets your professional goals and academic requirements. Whether you’re interested in clinical care, operations, human resources, marketing, or technology, we’ll help you design an experience that aligns with your goals in a dynamic, real-world environment. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, mentorship from industry professionals, and a deeper understanding of how a vibrant senior living community operates. At the end of the internship, you will have resume‑ready experience to share with prospective employers.

Internships of varying lengths are available based on students’ needs and availability. Credit‑based internships are welcome and a modest stipend is included.

Glenmeadow, founded in 1884, is an exemplar for vibrant senior living and home care in Western Massachusetts. With a mix of independent living, assisted living, home care, and respite care, Glenmeadow prioritizes aging in community in a wellness‑focused and person‑centered environment of belonging, kindness, adventure, and connection.

Position Description

Reporting to Glenmeadow leadership, the Senior Living Intern will expand their knowledge of the senior living industry and contribute to Glenmeadow’s progress by assisting with or taking ownership of discrete projects across the range of departments and functions that make up our community. This includes administration, human resources, dining, health services, hospitality, life enrichment, maintenance operations, and sales and marketing.

Outcomes

• Develop a working knowledge of the not‑for‑profit senior living sector and Glenmeadow’s mission and operations by rotating through our divisions of responsibility.
• Develop an understanding of the experience of Glenmeadow residents by engaging with them in structured and unstructured settings, including programs through Life Enrichment.
• Provide suggestions and ideas for enhancing operations to improve occupancy and visibility.
• Recommend and implement strategies to improve workflow and automation of routine business practices.
• Participate in the strategic planning process at an organizational level, while also contributing to the work of one or more working groups in areas of particular interest.
• Develop an understanding of Glenmeadow’s competitive market landscape.
• Participate in a range of reputation‑building activities and events.
• Assist in creating dashboards and other reporting tools to longitudinally track performance against metrics.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Matriculation in a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree program in a relevant major. Internship credit option and/or a stipend may be available.
• Demonstrated interest in the senior living sector.
• Capable of handling multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Professional appearance, excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Sense of curiosity, commitment to serving others, and eagerness to learn and grow.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office software. Familiarity with graphic design software, e.g., Adobe Photoshop, is a bonus.

Required Materials

• Resume
• Short description of internship area of interest