Patient Experience Internship - Fall 2026

Overview

Sentara Health has several Fall 2026 Internship opportunities. Before applying, please review the job description to ensure the role aligns with your academic program or area of interest. We encourage you to apply if your coursework or experiences connect to the work described below. As a Patient Experience intern, you will help shape the patient experience from the inside out. You'll partner with hospital leaders to support patient experience initiatives, participate in patient rounding, gather feedback, and identify opportunities to improve satisfaction and quality of care. This internship offers valuable exposure to healthcare leadership, operations, and strategies that influence patient outcomes. Ideal for students interested in healthcare administration, public health, patient experience, or hospital operations.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues with project tasks and deliverables
• Help with administrative duties, such as scheduling meetings or preparing reports
• Conduct research and analysis on topics relevant to the department
• Contribute to the development and execution of projects
• Prepare and organize data for presentations and reports
• Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions
• Communicate ongoing progress related to currently assigned tasks and assist with day-to-day operations

Education

Must be currently pursuing and/or enrolled in a college or university at an undergraduate or graduate level.

Benefits

• Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000 Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Location

On-Site - Sentara Leigh Hospital - 830 Kempsville Rd, Norfolk VA

Hours per week

20-30

Duration

10-12 weeks

Qualifications

This internship provides a meaningful learning experience where you’ll work side-by-side with a supportive team member. You’ll take on real project responsibilities and assist with initiatives that help drive the department’s work forward.

Skills

N/A

Schedule

First (Days)