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Ascension

Sep 16, 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy

Requirements

  • Education:
  • High school diploma equivalency OR Enrolled in accredited program specific to discipline required.
  • Additional Preferences
  • College Junior year and above (ie, Supply Chain, Healthcare Administration, Business, Business Administration or Management)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Project Management experience
  • Experience using Google Sheets & Slides
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, ever changing environment
  • Outstanding organizational & communication skills
  • All Resource Group associates embody the following soft skills and attributes: Nice, Bright, High-Energy, Inclusive, Willing to Give Away Power, Inspired by Mission, Invigorated by Change.

Responsibilities

  • Gain exposure to price negotiation and contracting term negotiation from members of the Sourcing Community
  • Learn The Resource Group’s process for end-user engagement throughout the contract life cycle from members of the Contract Design Community
  • Support completion of transaction documents and basic amendments
  • Provide continuous improvement opportunities through review and analysis of data, market trends, benchmarking best practices, and general market awareness
  • Develop and communicate reports related to critical business matters
  • Provide regular updates on category strategies and supplier relationship management programs, including key performance metrics, and status of process improvement initiatives
  • Support special projects and process improvement initiatives including those in support Sustainability and Supplier Diversity initiatives
  • Collaborate with eSourcing team along with Contract Design and Sourcing to develop Request for Information (RFI) or Request for Proposal (RFP)

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship program?

The internship program is 12 weeks long, starting on May 19, 2025, and concluding on August 8, 2025.

What is the work schedule for this internship?

The work schedule for this internship is Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM CST.

Is this internship remote?

Yes, this internship is remote.

What are the primary responsibilities of the intern?

Intern responsibilities include gaining exposure to price negotiations, supporting transaction documents, providing improvement opportunities through data analysis, developing reports, and collaborating on special projects related to Sustainability and Supplier Diversity initiatives.

What educational background is required for this position?

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, or enrollment in an accredited program specific to the discipline.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include being a college junior or higher in disciplines like Supply Chain or Healthcare Administration, strong analytical skills, project management experience, and proficiency in Google Sheets & Slides.

What benefits are offered to interns?

Benefits include paid time off (PTO), various health insurance options, retirement benefits, long-term & short-term disability, employee assistance programs, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and community outreach opportunities.

Can multiple positions be applied for?

In order to provide the best candidate experience, applicants are encouraged to apply to only one position, but they may express interest in multiple roles during the interview process.

What is the company’s policy on equal employment opportunities?

Ascension is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants regardless of protected characteristics and complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

How can I learn more about The Resource Group and the internship program?

You can visit The Resource Group's website at https://www.theresourcegroup.com/careers/internships for more information.

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Ascension

A faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1999
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Ascension (www.ascension.org) is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. In FY2018, Ascension provided nearly $2 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs. Ascension includes approximately 156,000 associates and 34,000 aligned providers. The national health system operates more than 2,600 sites of care – including 151 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities – in 21 states and the District of Columbia, while providing a variety of services including physician practice management, venture capital investing, investment management, biomedical engineering, facilities management, clinical care management, information services, risk management, and contracting through Ascension’s own group purchasing organization.