Sentara Health has several Summer 2026 Internship opportunities. Before applying, please review the responsibilities 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 an Emergency Department Business Operations Intern you will support a targeted improvement project within the Emergency Department focused on reducing left‑without‑being‑seen rates, improving door‑to‑provider time, optimizing front‑end processes (triage and waiting room operations), and enhancing the overall consumer experience through patient rounding and follow‑through. Interns will receive experiential learning through operational engagement and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

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.

Location: On-Site - Sentara CarePlex Hospital - 3000 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA

Hours per week: 20-30

Duration: 10-12 weeks

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.