Community Physicians

Community Growth Intern

Oakbrook Terrace, IL (On-site)

Community Growth Intern – Geriatrics Outpatient Clinic (Paid) Location: Field-based / In-Person Employment Type: Paid Internship (Part-time or Full-time) Compensation: $22.00 - $27.00 Hourly (competitive; healthcare experience–appropriate) Internship Overview The Community Growth Intern will work closely with clinic leadership and the Community Growth Manager to support community outreach, referral engagement, and patient access initiatives. This internship provides direct exposure to geriatric healthcare delivery, community-based healthcare growth, patient access workflows, and caregiver-facing engagement. Key Responsibilities Community Outreach Support  Assist with outreach to Assisted Living and Independent Living communities  Support outreach to community organizations serving older adults  Help coordinate and attend community events, educational sessions, and health talks  Assist with preparation and distribution of clinic materials Patient Access & Engagement  Observe and assist with patient and caregiver education on geriatric-focused care  Support warm handoffs to clinic scheduling teams  Help identify and document common barriers to patient access Clinic Growth & Operations  Track outreach activities and engagement outcomes  Maintain referral lists and outreach logs  Support initiatives designed to increase clinic awareness and utilization Learning & Professional Development  Shadow providers and clinic staff as appropriate  Participate in team meetings and planning discussions  Gain exposure to healthcare operations and patient flow Qualifications  Current student or recent graduate in a healthcare-related or business-related field  Strong communication and interpersonal skills  Comfortable engaging with older adults and caregivers  Organized, reliable, and eager to learn  Interest in geriatrics, primary care, or healthcare systems preferred Why This Internship  Paid, hands-on healthcare experience  Meaningful exposure to physician-led outpatient care  Mentorship from experienced healthcare professionals  Opportunity for future full-time consideration based on performance