CHOP-IS Co-op Opportunities
The CHOP Information Services Innovation Excellence Program is a formal, year-long, competitive program designed to provide both undergraduate and graduate students with practical training and exposure to leading-edge technology and trends in healthcare IT.
Successful applicants will work a minimum of three months at CHOP, and will have the opportunity to work on ongoing projects and assist with developing strategic initiatives. Ongoing interaction with leadership both in IS and hospital-wide will expose the student to various leadership styles and initiatives in the organization. Learn more about the Innovation Excellence Program.
About the Application Process
When to apply
| Cycle | Jobs Posted | Interview Dates | Start Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall / Winter | Late May | June | September |
| Spring | Late September | January | May |
| Summer | Late September | January | June |
How to apply
Visit our career search page and search by keyword “Student” to see co-op postings. The application process requires transcripts, letters of recommendation and an essay describing an understanding of information technology in a healthcare setting or strategic planning for leading-edge technology. Please note: Student positions are only posted during late May and late September.
Applicant requirements
Candidates should be currently enrolled as a freshman, sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student in an accredited college, preferably with previous work experience. Students in information technology, software engineering, business administration and related fields are encouraged to apply.
Compensation
The IS co-ops are paid based on industry standards.
Please email us for more information.
Featured Students
Ryan Mallgrave
Drexel University, 2015
Ryan Mallgrave joined CHOP as an IS Co-op in April 2012. While pursuing dual majors in electrical and computer engineering, Mallgrave supported the Business Continuity department, which ensures Hospital systems are consistently available and reliable. During his time at CHOP, Mallgrave assisted in creating a business impact analysis (BIA) matrix for business continuity, implemented on-call schedules for various IS departments, assisted in an organization-wide Windows upgrade and helped prepare for a virtual desktop interface (VDI) upgrade.
Gabriella M. Gussen
Neumann University, 2012
Gabriella Gussen joined CHOP in February 2012 as an IS Co-op. Gussen supported the Business Continuity department while pursuing undergraduate degrees in business administration and marketing. While at CHOP, Gussen implemented a Business Continuity Hazard Scoring Guide, a business impact analysis (BIA) matrix for business continuity, on-call consolidation for different departments of CHOP IS and trained new users on on-call calendars.
Jaquon Miller
Delaware Technical Community College, 2013
Jaquon Miller joined CHOP in June 2011 as an IS Intern while pursuing a degree in business management. While working with the Training Department, Miller organized the database powering the Hospital's employee training platform, Learning Link, and prepared a project management "Lessons Learned" database, reflecting the feedback from project teams for more than 80 IS projects.
