Healthcare Administrative Internship Program Application Deadline: October 1, 2026

Gain hands-on experience in healthcare administration through the University of Florida College of Nursing’s Healthcare Administrative Internship Program. Work alongside healthcare leaders, contribute to meaningful strategic initiatives and develop the skills needed to become a future healthcare executive.

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Overview

The University of Florida College of Nursing Healthcare Administrative Internship Program is a paid, immersive experience designed to provide graduate students with meaningful exposure to healthcare administration within a nationally recognized academic health environment. Interns work alongside senior leaders on strategic projects, operational initiatives, workforce development efforts and organizational priorities while gaining practical experience that extends beyond the classroom. The program is designed to help aspiring healthcare leaders build the knowledge, confidence and professional network needed to succeed in administrative residencies, fellowships and leadership careers.

Program Description

This internship provides graduate-level students with structured opportunities to apply classroom concepts to real-world healthcare challenges. Interns contribute to projects that support organizational goals while developing core competencies in healthcare leadership, strategy, operations, finance and performance improvement. Throughout the internship, participants receive mentorship, executive exposure and project-based learning experiences designed to accelerate professional growth and prepare them for future leadership opportunities. This internship provides graduate-level students with structured opportunities to apply classroom concepts to real-world healthcare challenges. Interns contribute to projects that support organizational goals while developing core competencies in healthcare leadership, strategy, operations, finance and performance improvement. Throughout the internship, participants receive mentorship, executive exposure and project-based learning experiences designed to accelerate professional growth and prepare them for future leadership opportunities.

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Why Choose the College of Nursing?

The University of Florida College of Nursing is recognized for advancing nursing education, research, workforce development and healthcare innovation. Interns have the opportunity to contribute to initiatives that impact students, healthcare professionals, patients and communities.

UF College of Nursing

Mission

To provide excellent personalized nursing care, generate research and scholarship that have an impact on practice and advance health equity and prepare graduates who Care, Lead and Inspire, Boldly!

UF College of Nursing

Vision

To be a global catalyst for nursing excellence and transformative health innovation.

What Sets This Program Apart?

Meaningful Project Work

Work on initiatives that directly support organizational priorities and long-term strategic goals.

Executive Exposure

Gain access to senior leaders through mentorship, meetings and leadership shadowing opportunities.

Academic Health Environment

Gain access to senior leaders through mentorship, meetings and leadership shadowing opportunities.

Leadership Development

Strengthen communication, analytical thinking, professionalism and relationship management skills through structured learning opportunities.

Career Preparation

Build experiences that support future administrative residencies, fellowships, and healthcare leadership positions.

past mha intern projects

HR Onboarding for over 650+ Clinical Mentors
Created recruitment websites and promotional flyers for both the MHA Internship and CRIM© programs
Event Budget Planning for 2026-27 Fiscal Year
Archer 25th Anniversary Community Event
Global Engagement and External Partnership Development
Community Engagement and Mobile Clinic Outreach Tracking System
Elevate 2029 Summer Leadership Retreat Series
UF Health + UF CON – Academic Integration Steering Council (APISC) Coordination

Life at College of Nursing

MHA Interns at AFHC 25th Anniversary Celebration!

MHA Interns with UFCON Preceptors during the Inaugural Gator Nurses Day!

MHA Interns with UFCON Staff at the White Coat Ceremony held at the O’Connell Center.

UFCON MHA interns and staff at white coat

MHA Intern and Finance Intern enjoying the start of fall!

How to Apply

Requirements

Applicants must be currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, an accredited Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program
Resume or CV
One-Page Statement of Interest
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