Student Program Assistant

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

680 Lake Shore Drive

This position supports the Patrick M. Magoon Institute for Healthy Communities in advancing community health and improving outcomes for infants, children, adolescents and families across Chicago. The Student Program Assistant is a paid, 10-week summer opportunity designed for current undergraduate or graduate students interested in public health, healthcare and community-based work. This experience offers hands exposure to real-world projects, mentorship from experienced professionals and opportunities to build practical skills in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. 

The Magoon Institute leads community-focused initiatives at Lurie Children’s, aligning clinical care, advocacy, research and education with community engagement. The team partners across the hospital and with community organizations to advance health outcomes and address key drivers of health across Chicago.

Essential Job Functions:

•  Develop a strong understanding of Lurie Children’s mission and community health strategy
• Gain hands-on experience contributing to a defined project aligned with departmental priorities
• Build skills in communication, teamwork and project management
• Strengthen administrative, technical and interpersonal skills in a professional setting
• Work on a defined project (independently or as part of a team), with scope and deliverables developed in collaboration with your supervisor based on dept/program needs and your interests
• Support dept/program operations and initiatives, including activities such as data collection, meeting coordination, event support and communication
• Participate in meetings and community-based activities to gain exposure to real-world public health and healthcare work
• Meet regularly with your supervisor to discuss progress, challenges and learning goals
• Complete community volunteer training and participate in at least one service experience
• Prepare a final summary of your work, including key deliverables and contributions
• Complete a reflective summary of your experience and learning outcomes
• Present your work and reflections to staff
• Other job functions as assigned

This is a 10-week, part-time (18–24 hours/week) summer position, typically beginning in June. A flexible, hybrid schedule is available, including time in the office, at home, and in the community.

What you’ll gain:
 • Hands-on experience in community health and healthcare systems 
 • Exposure to interdisciplinary teams and leaders across Lurie Children’s 
 • Opportunities to contribute to meaningful, community-driven work 
 • Professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities 
 • Insight into potential career pathways in public health and healthcare.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants MUST include a cover letter with their application detailing their interest in this position, including:

• Your current academic and professional interests
• What you hope to learn and skills you aim to develop 
• Your top three areas of interest from this list: Social work, epidemiology/data, community health, community outreach/engagement, public health administration/operations, access to care, clinical care, behavioral health/mental health, disease prevention/management, health policy & advocacy, health communications/marketing, health education, program development, program evaluation, qualitative research, workforce development/ training/hiring, social drivers of health, built environment or another public or community health topic (please detail)
• Any additional information that helps us assess fit for this experience

Knowledge, SKILLS, and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in face-to-face interactions with research staff, physicians, and administrative staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to occasionally work evenings/weekends and travel throughout Chicago (via public transportation or personal vehicle)
• Ability to engage respectfully and effectively with individuals from various backgrounds and disciplines
• Commitment to advancing health equity; fostering inclusive and respectful environments; ensuring fair and unbiased practices; applying evidence-informed approaches; using data to guide decision-making; and engaging communities as partners in shaping solutions

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

Pay Range

$18.00-$27.00 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

 

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org