CommonSpirit has 157,000 team members, including 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, working at more than 2,300 clinics and care sites and 137 hospital-based locations.
The CommonSpirit Health Fellowship is a national 18-month system-wide fellowship offered in our various operational regions and functions across the organization.
In conjunction with their executive sponsor, fellows have the ability to curate their own unique experience that provides exposure and development from the below menu.
Core Skills: Leadership Engagement, Organizational Awareness, Market/Region Analysis, Administrative and Systems Proficiency
Strategic and Analytical Skills: Data Analysis, Financial Management, Competitive Intelligence, Business Development
Business Excellence Skills: Quality Improvement, Patient Safety, Risk Management, Process Improvement
Interim Leadership: Communication and Interpersonal skills, Leadership and Team Building, Change Management
The Administrative Fellowship Program is designed for early career professionals with five years or less of experience in their current field.
At the time of application, candidates must either be in the final year of an accredited graduate program, with degree completion expected by the end of the fellowship, or have recently completed a graduate degree from an accredited university. Eligible degrees include a Master of Health Administration (MHA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Management in Public Health (MMPH), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), or a Master of Science in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong interest in management roles within an integrated healthcare delivery system, a passion for CommonSpirit Health’s mission, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, human-centered care.
Application Timeline
The application for the Administrative Fellowship Program opens in July 2025. All materials must be submitted by the deadline on September 5, 2025. Zoom interviews will take place in early September, followed by final interviews in late September. The anticipated start date for the fellowship is July 2026. Location opportunities will be shared when the application postings go live.
Application Materials
To be considered for the fellowship, applicants must submit a complete application through the CommonSpirit Health Careers portal by September 5, 2025.
All documents should be uploaded in the Candidate Profile section of the online application. A complete application includes:
A one-page resume that clearly states your anticipated graduation date
A one-page statement of purpose that addresses the following: your interest in a fellowship at CommonSpirit Health, why you are drawn to the opportunity indicated, how the fellowship aligns with your career goals, and what humankindness means to you.
Additionally, applicants must provide:
Two letters of recommendation—one professional and one other (can be professional, academic, or personal).
A graduate transcript (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).
Online informational sessions will be hosted by current fellows.
Administrative Fellowship Program Opportunities
Wednesday, July 16th
10AM PT/12PM CT/1PM ET. Register here & 4PM PT/6PM CT/7PM ET. Register here
Thursday, August 21st
12PM PT/2PM CT/13PM ET. Register here & 5PM PT/7PM CT/8PM ET. Register here
Application Tips and Interview Workshop
Thursday, August 13th
4PM PT/6PM CT/7PM ET. Register here
CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].
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