Strategy Development Intern

Strategy Development and Communication

Posted on 11/1/2025

Sanford Health

Sanford Health

Compensation Overview

$163/hr

+ Starting Rate: 16.50

North Dakota, USA + 4 more

More locations: Sioux Falls, SD, USA | South Dakota, USA | Minnesota, USA | Wisconsin, USA

Hybrid

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0Starting Rate: 16.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Internship Opportunity: Strategy Development and Communication
Position Overview: We are seeking an intern to assist in the development and communication of our organization’s strategy. The intern will actively participate in planning meetings and leadership discussions, helping to document and organize planning materials that will be used to deliver and implement our strategic plan. This internship offers a unique opportunity to engage with healthcare leaders, actively participate in the strategic planning program, and gain a comprehensive understanding of healthcare administration.

Key Responsibilities:
· Participate in planning meetings and leadership discussions.
· Document and create planning materials for strategic plan implementation.
· Assist in the development and communication of the organization’s strategy.
· Engage with healthcare leaders and stakeholders.
· Synthesize and organize concepts presented during brainstorming sessions.

Qualifications:
· Strong critical thinking skills.
· Ability to synthesize and organize complex concepts.
· Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
· Interest in healthcare administration and strategic planning.
· Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits:
· Gain hands-on experience in strategic planning and healthcare administration.
· Opportunity to engage with and learn from healthcare leaders.
Develop valuable skills in documentation, communication, and strategic thinking.

Summary

Contribute to Sanford operations and processes while obtaining first hand experiences that align with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Job Description

Work collaboratively with organization leadership, enhancing knowledge and skills and improving the delivery of quality healthcare. Assist in the completion of projects and administrative duties while developing skills related to the assigned function and/or location. Attend training and development opportunities, learning about various processes and functions within the organization.

Qualifications

Current enrollment or recent graduate of an Associate or Bachelor's degree program from an accredited college or university.

Knowledge of healthcare industry preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 


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