Administrative Fellowship Strategy

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for data-driven decision-making?

Do you want to develop your leadership skills while shaping the future of healthcare strategy?

Then the CommonSpirit Health Administrative Fellowship in Strategy is your opportunity!

About the Fellowship:

Shape the future of healthcare strategy with our immersive 18-month post-graduate program focused on Payer Strategy, Relationships, and Analytics. Working directly with our Payer Strategy Relationships Analytics Team, you'll gain diverse skills through rotations tailored to your interests within the Strategy pillar, receiving broad exposure to the complexities of payer strategy, data analysis, and strategic decision-making. This remote role, with occasional travel opportunities and an anticipated start date in July 2026, is designed to cultivate future leaders in healthcare strategy and analytics.

What You'll Do:

• Meaningful Projects: Lead initiatives that support CommonSpirit Health's goals.
• Executive Mentorship: Work closely with executive sponsors to guide your rotations.
• Invest in Your Future: You will be able to customize your professional development through conferences, memberships, certifications, and more through a designated Fellow budget.
• Skill Development: Hone your management, decision-making, and change management abilities.
• Mentorship & Networking: Build relationships with leaders and peers.
• Hands-On Operations: Gain practical experience in various functional areas.
• Leadership Opportunities: Take on substantive projects to develop your skills.
• Diverse Experiences: Gain hands-on experience in payer strategy through supporting:
• Payer Strategy Development: Support the development of payer strategy for a select identified market.
• Data Analysis & Modeling: Gain foundational exposure to analytics and negotiations, progressing to more advanced areas like data science and complex modeling.
• High-Stakes Settlements: Participate in high-stakes settlements.

What You'll Need:

• Master’s Degree in either: 
• Master of Health Administration (MHA)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Public Health (MPH)
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Or equivalent degree from an accredited graduate program

• Strongly prefer a Master’s degree in Business Administration, combined with an undergraduate background in disciplines such as Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Data Science, or the Sciences.

• Graduation Status: Completion of all on-campus requirements and eligibility to graduate upon fellowship completion
• Experience: Less than 5 years of professional experience.
• Graduation Date: Must have graduated with an applicable Master’s Degree between Spring 2023-Spring 2027.
• Passion: A passion for CommonSpirit Health's mission and a commitment to "humankindness."
• Commitment: A strong interest in healthcare management and leadership, specifically within strategy and analytics.

Application Requirements:

Attach all application materials through the application portal under any of the options provided or email them in one single pdf attachment to administrativefellowship@commonspirit.org 

• One-Page Resume: Include your anticipated graduation date.
• One-Page Statement of Purpose: Address these questions:
• Why are you interested in a Fellowship at CommonSpirit Health?
• What does Humankindness mean to you?
• Why are you interested in the Strategy Team?
• How will the Fellowship impact your career goals?
• Two Letters of Recommendation: One professional, one other.
• Graduate Transcript

Important Dates:

• Application Deadline: September 5, 2025, 11:59 PM PST

Ready to Apply?

• Submit your complete application through the CommonSpirit Health Careers portal.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.