Intern - Employee Health (On-site)

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Department:

Employee Health Services

Summer Internship 2026 – Employee Health

Application Deadline: May 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Program Dates: June 22, 2026 – September 4, 2026

Program Timeline

• Application Window: April 10, 2026 – May 8, 2026

• Interview Period: May 11, 2026 – May 21, 2026

• Final Selection: May 29 - May 31, 2026

• Start Date: June 22, 2026

• Tentative End Date: September 4, 2026 - depending on the Fall academic schedule.

Position Overview

Launch your career with a paid summer internship at Salinas Valley Health, an award-winning 263-bed acute care hospital serving Monterey County.

The Employee Health Intern will provide administrative and operational support to the Employee Health Services (EHS) department at Salinas Valley Health. This role will serve as a key point of contact for staff, assisting with front desk operations, scheduling, communication, and records management. The intern will help ensure efficient workflow, maintain confidentiality of sensitive health information, and support compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. Through collaboration with clinical and administrative staff, the intern will contribute to a positive employee experience and the smooth delivery of Employee Health services.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for Employee Health Services, providing courteous and professional customer service
• Manage front desk operations, including greeting staff and maintaining an organized, confidential environment
• Answer and triage phone calls, emails, and inquiries to appropriate staff in a timely manner
• Schedule, reschedule, and confirm employee health appointments to support efficient clinic flow
• Assist with maintaining and organizing confidential employee health records in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies
• Support data entry, document scanning, and electronic records management
• Track and update logs, spreadsheets, and reporting tools as needed
• Provide general administrative support, including filing, copying, and supply management
• Assist with workflow coordination during high-volume periods and support departmental projects
• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive health information at all times
• Utilize internal systems and tools effectively, providing basic support to staff as needed

Program Eligibility

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program

• Preference given to Junior and Senior-level students

• Must be available to participate in at least 8 weeks of the 10-week program

• Interns will be matched with projects based on their academic field of study

Work Schedule

• Up to 30 hours per week

• Internship duration: 8–10 consecutive weeks

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, based on organizational needs

Application Requirements

To be considered, applicants must complete all of the following:

• Submit a cover letter (1 page) that includes:

  • A brief introduction of yourself

  • Your interest in working at Salinas Valley Health

  • Your preferred department and why it interests you

• Upload Resume

• Complete the online Application

  • Incomplete applications will not be considered

Location: Salinas, CA

Pay Range: The hourly rate for this position is $22.00. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position. 

Job Specifications:

● Union: Non-Affiliated

● Work Shift: Day Shift

● FTE: 1.0

● Scheduled Hours: 40

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!