Summer 2026 Graduate Internship – Health Equity

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

Summer 2026 Graduate Internship – Health Equity

NYP Dalio Center for Health Justice

Experience Mission‑Driven Care

NewYork‑Presbyterian is one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic health care delivery systems, dedicated to providing the highest quality, most compassionate care to patients in the New York metropolitan area and around the world. In collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons, NewYork‑Presbyterian is a recognized leader in medical education, groundbreaking research, and innovative, patient‑centered clinical care.

As part of its commitment to advancing health equity, NewYork‑Presbyterian’s Dalio Center for Health Justice is offering paid graduate internship opportunities for Summer 2026.

Program Overview

The Summer 2026 Graduate Internship Program offers selected candidates the opportunity to engage in impactful, hands‑on health equity work supporting hospital‑ and community‑based initiatives. This is a 10‑week paid internship designed for graduate students pursuing careers in healthcare leadership, public health, and health justice.

These exciting internship opportunities will take place from June 1 - August 7, 2026 on site in New York, NY. June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026

Role & Responsibilities

Interns will support health equity initiatives across multiple programs, including but not limited to:

• PANDA Program (Pediatric and Maternal Health Programs):
  Supporting work focused on addressing pediatric and maternal health disparities and improving outcomes across multiple populations.
• Social Determinants of Health Screening and Support (Onsite):
  Assisting in the implementation and support of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screening, with a particular focus on food insecurity interventions.

Interns may also assist with:

• Program evaluation, data collection, and reporting
• Cross‑departmental collaboration with clinical and operational teams
• Health equity research, evaluation, and presentation preparation
• Community‑based and hospital‑driven health justice initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Current MHA, MPH, or MBA graduate candidates
• Prior experience in healthcare settings or community‑based organizations
• Interest in or experience with health equity, population health, or health justice

Required Qualifications

• Completion of at least one year of a graduate program by the start of the internship
• Current enrollment in an accredited graduate program
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated capability to perform basic statistical analysis

Application Process & Timeline

To be considered, applicants must upload:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Selection Timeline:

• Applications and video‑interview submissions reviewed on a rolling basis by Talent Acquisition
• Video interviews required for selected candidates
• Virtual interviews with Hiring Managers: Late February – March 2026
• Final notifications issued by: March 2026

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$40.00/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.