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Job Title


Student Intern II


Company : Rush University Medical Center


Location : Chicago, IL


Created : 2025-11-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: REACH Work Type: Restricted Part Time Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $16.60 Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rushu2019s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: REACH Interns participate in a job shadowing career development summer session, Monday through Friday under the direct instruction of professionals from various departments within the RUMC facility, including: Medical Center Engineering, Clinical Engineering, Nursing units, Alzheimer Disease Center, LADS, Marketing and Communications/Graphic Design, Behavioral Sciences, etc. Interns learn how to perform job-specific tasks while gaining an understanding of day-to-day operations within their assigned department. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: u2022 Student must have a GED or high school diploma u2022 Must be enrolled in an accredited community college or 4-year university u2022 Preferred health science or STEM major u2022 Should display high level leadership skills, work ethic, and appropriate ethical and professional behaviors u2022 Should possess basic computer skills and knowledge u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills u2022 Self-directed and able to work without supervision u2022 Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and idea u2022 Exceptional customer service skills; should be enthusiastic, friendly, dependable, and flexible Responsibilities: u2022 Medical Center Engineering: Students assist department staff as they operate, maintain, repair, inspect and upgrade/improve all of the Medical Center buildings and the related systems/equipment, for example: Electrical systems, Carpentry, Painting, HVAC, Plumbing, Inventory Control, etc. u2022 Clinical Engineering: Students assist department staff with proper management of diagnostic, therapeutic, and life support equipment, including: new equipment inventory and safety test; maintain device histories of individual pieces of equipment; repair and scheduled maintenance of all patient diagnostic, therapeutic, and life support equipment here at Rush. u2022 Nursing units: Students perform specific tasks in various units that assist in increased patient satisfaction and improved patient experience; units include: NICU, Case Management, OR, ER, Mother/Child, 9 North, Oncology outpatient, Child Psych/Day school, PAR, Interventional Radiology, Hospital Administration, etc. u2022 Teaching Aid Assistant: Helps establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment, advance physical and intellectual competencies, support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance, establish positive and productive relationships with families, and maintain a commitment to professionalism. u2022 Marketing and Communications/Graphic Design: Student assists department staff as they manage Rush's marketing, advertising and branding efforts. The office is responsible for public relations, including media relations and internal communications; and oversight of the University's and Medical Center's websites. u2022 Alzheimer Disease Center: Under supervision, student conducts a variety of established functions to engage diverse communities in Alzheimeru2019s disease outreach, education and research. The student will assist with outreach events and activities for older adults centered on the topics of healthy aging and Alzheimeru2019s disease. u2022 Information Systems: Student will perform simple projects using basic computer skills. Student will be an accountable team member, meet agreed deliverables and deadlines, and communicate clearly with peers and management. u2022 Off-Site Locations: Under supervision, students will assist partnered organizations and other off-site Rush facilities with a variety projects, tasks, and engage with the community. Students will perform specific tasks as directed; organization include: PAWS Chicago, Block Electric, Rush Oak Park, etc. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Position Student Intern II Location US:IL:Chicago Req ID 22463