About the role#
The Administrative Fellowship is a preceptor-directed program designed to bridge the gap between academic study and the management of healthcare organizations. This full-time, paid fellowship lasts one year and helps individuals transition into the healthcare profession. The program runs from July 2027 through July 2028.
What you'll do#
You will work alongside senior leaders to gain hands-on experience in several areas of the organization. Your work will include:
- Assisting with the transition from academic knowledge to professional practice.
- Engaging in strategic planning and daily operations.
- Participating in business development and new ventures.
- Contributing to process improvement initiatives.
- Exploring leadership experiences in departments such as finance, human resources, clinical operations, and information systems.
What you'll need#
- A Masters of Healthcare Administration or a Masters of Business Administration degree.
- No specific certification or licensure is required for this role.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Fargo, North Dakota, Duluth, Minnesota, or Brainerd, Minnesota.
- The fellowship is a full-time commitment.
- Applications are accepted from August 14, 2026, through September 30, 2026.
About Essentia Health
Essentia Health is an integrated health system based in Duluth, Minnesota. It operates 14 hospitals, 78 clinics, and several long-term care and assisted living facilities across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. The organization employs over 15,000 people, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practitioners. It manages a network that includes retail pharmacies and a research institute.
How to get in at Essentia Health
Applying early to Essentia Health gives you a distinct advantage because recruiters review applications as they arrive. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first before the pile grows. This helps you avoid the frustration of submitting your materials to a crowded queue. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the right people. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles so you can contact them directly to ask about the position or a referral. It is a more effective approach than waiting for a system to process your application.
