Student Intern - IT

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking an IT Student Intern to gain hands-on experience within our IT team in Richmond, VA. The role focuses on supporting clinical and business departments and learning cutting-edge technologies to deliver safe, high-quality care and excellent patient and team member experiences.

Guided by experienced leaders, you will contribute to real-world projects, develop technical skills, and thrive in a fast-paced health system environment.

Qualifications

• Current student in a post-secondary Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering program.
• Minimum: at least one internship or prior related work experience.
• Ability to work part-time in Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply technical knowledge to support department and organizational initiatives.
• Identify complex problems, research related information, design and evaluate options, implement solutions.
• Ensure effective planning, communication, and coordination with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through initiatives across the health system.
• Demonstrate ownership of safety across the area of responsibility by modeling high reliability practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned and/or participate in special projects to support the mission.

Skills

Organizational

Communication

Problem-solving

Self-learner

Fast-paced adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary IT/CS/Engineering program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Information Technology (IT) Student Intern works closely with our IT team to gain hands on experience in the field of Information Technology. This internship offers a unique opportunity to be immersed into the fun and fast paced environment of healthcare IT. The IT Student Intern will work with VCU Health System's dedicated IT team, learning about cutting-edge technologies and how IT partners with clinical and business departments to deliver safe, high-quality care and remarkable patient and team member experiences. Guided by experience leadership teams, the IT Student Intern will contribute to real-world projects that impact our organization, our patients, and the community in Richmond, VA.

Essential Job Statements

• Develop and apply technical knowledge to support department and organizational initiatives
• Identify complex problems, research related information, design and evaluate options, implement solutions
• Ensure effective planning, communication, and coordination with key stakeholders
• Ensure responsibility and visible commitment of diversity equity and inclusion strategy, programs, and initiatives through collaboration and implementation of initiatives across the health system.
• Demonstrate personal ownership and accountability for safety across the area of responsibility by role modeling daily key concepts of a high reliability organization as personal work habits.
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or participating in special projects to support the mission of VCUHS and the team. Accepting alternate responsibilities as required.

Patient Population

Not applicable to this position.

Employment Qualifications

Required Education

Current student in a post-secondary Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering program at a local, accredited school

Minimum Qualifications

Years and Type of Required Experience

At least one previous internship or prior relative work experience

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to work part-time in Richmond, VA
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, potentially high-pressure environment
• Self-learner, independent and excellent problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams)
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

Working Conditions

General office environment.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)

Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Physical Requirements: Repetitive arm/hand movements

Hazards:

Mental/Sensory -Emotional

Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking

Emotional: Steady Pace, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Noisy Environment, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change

Compensation Rate: $20.00
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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