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Job outlook for health administration interns in the United States
Are health administration internship jobs in demand?
Health administration internship job and salary trends over time
Health administration internship jobs over time
Health administration internship job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,898 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,749 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,716 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,619 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,508 | 0.00% |
Average health administration internship salary over time
Health administration internship salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,545 | $16.13 | +3.3% |
| 2024 | $32,483 | $15.62 | +1.3% |
| 2023 | $32,081 | $15.42 | +1.4% |
| 2022 | $31,637 | $15.21 | +1.9% |
| 2021 | $31,055 | $14.93 | +2.2% |
Health administration internship jobs by state
Most common states for health administration interns
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 237 | 34% |
| 2 | Vermont | 623,657 | 187 | 30% |
| 3 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 120 | 21% |
| 4 | Delaware | 961,939 | 181 | 19% |
| 5 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 163 | 19% |
| 6 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 147 | 19% |
| 7 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,162 | 17% |
| 8 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 961 | 17% |
| 9 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 299 | 17% |
| 10 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,087 | 15% |
| 11 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 1,017 | 15% |
| 12 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 486 | 15% |
| 13 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 443 | 15% |
| 14 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 199 | 15% |
| 15 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 155 | 15% |
| 16 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 806 | 14% |
| 17 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,103 | 13% |
| 18 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 861 | 13% |
| 19 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 784 | 13% |
| 20 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 662 | 13% |
Most common cities for health administration interns
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newark | 1 | 3% | $47,832 |
| 2 | Alpharetta | 1 | 2% | $36,186 |
| 3 | Columbus | 1 | 2% | $31,089 |
| 4 | Youngstown | 1 | 2% | $41,968 |
| 5 | Chino | 1 | 1% | $48,826 |
| 6 | Davenport | 1 | 1% | $31,960 |
| 7 | Portland | 1 | 1% | $45,352 |
| 8 | Tempe | 1 | 1% | $34,774 |
| 9 | Phoenix | 3 | 0% | $34,745 |
| 10 | Boston | 2 | 0% | $44,624 |
| 11 | Chicago | 2 | 0% | $39,824 |
| 12 | San Francisco | 2 | 0% | $51,242 |
| 13 | Anaheim | 1 | 0% | $49,040 |
| 14 | Denver | 1 | 0% | $39,708 |
| 15 | Indianapolis | 1 | 0% | $31,282 |
| 16 | Minneapolis | 1 | 0% | $44,360 |
| 17 | Spokane | 1 | 0% | $47,285 |
Health Administration Internship job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of health administration internship experts
Duke University
Northern Kentucky University
University of Notre Dame
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Wisconsin School of Business
Dordt University
Middlebury College
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bethel University
Michael Munger
Director of Undergraduate Studies, Director, PPE ProgramDuke University
Department of Political Science
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Health Administration Interns to find work opportunities?
Michael Munger: The best "place" to work is one with a very fast and reliable internet connection. This means that many rural areas, on top of their previous economic difficulties, are now even further behind because of lack of broadband.
Yaw Frimpong-Mansoh Ph.D.
Professor of Philosophy and Acting ChairNorthern Kentucky University
Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Philosophy
What general advice would you give to a Health Administration Internship?
Yaw Frimpong-Mansoh Ph.D.: The current education systems need to aim at equipping students with transdisciplinary transferable competencies (e.g. innovative and creative thinking skills) that prepare them to suitably adapt to, and function effectively and efficiently, in the fast-paced changing world in which we live now. Many people hardly stay on the same job for long time, either through transfer to new fields or further training (and sometimes retraining). Also, students do not necessarily work in the fields that they originally studied or majored in. The trend now is that students use the qualities they learned and apply them anywhere to become highly successful. Having a college degree is less about the degree itself and more about proving to an employer that you not only have the skills necessary to complete the tasks but you also have the ability to adapt and function effectively and efficiently in a constantly changing world. A survey of employers conducted recently by the Hart Research Associates on behalf of the Association of American Colleges and Universities (2013) reveals that "Employers are highly focused on innovation as critical to the success of their companies and they report that the challenges their employees face today are more complex and require a broader skill set than in the past." Notably, the survey indicates that employers prioritize a job candidate's demonstrated capacity for "critical thinking, complex problem-solving, written and oral communication, and applied knowledge in real-world settings" when making hiring decisions. These are some of the highly desirable distinctive core career competencies and benefits that liberal arts students from the disciplines in the humanities, such philosophy, sociology, anthropology, history, English, World Languages and Literature, vitally contribute to the current corporate world. Whereas the knowledge learned in some of the specialized professional fields may be superseded by future discoveries or made obsolete by changes of circumstances, the general transferable skills (e.g. the ability of critical thinking) acquired from the humanities do not become devalued over time. On the contrary, the transdisciplinary skills are invaluable when new situations occur. For example, the study of humanity is what will take technology into the future because it helps to see the social problems that technology is needed to help us to resolve, as well as the ways technology can hinder society's growth. Students and employees who are equipped with innovative and creative minds and skills are those who guide technology to limit these dangers while maximizing its benefits.
What technical skills for a Health Administration Internship stand out to employers?
Yaw Frimpong-Mansoh Ph.D.: Here is a brief description of the top nine transferable skills that student graduates vitally need to succeed effectively and efficiently in this constantly changing world.
Analytical and Critical Thinking. Employees with these competencies recognize there may be more than one valid point of view or one way of doing things. They evaluate an issue or problem based on multiple perspectives, while accounting for personal biases. They are able to identify when information is missing or if there is a problem, prior to coming to conclusions and making decisions.
Applied Problem Solving. People with this skill recognize constraints and can generate a set of alternative courses of action. They are able to evaluate alternatives using a set of criteria in order to select and implement the most effective solution and monitor the actual outcomes of that solution. They are also able to recognize there may be more than one valid point of view or course of action.
Ethical Reasoning and Decision Making. Workers trained with these competencies can assess their own moral values and perspectives as well as those of others. They are able to integrate those values and perspectives into an ethical framework for decision making. They consider intentions and anticipate the consequences of actions, both at the personal and social levels, and understand the ethical principles that apply to a situation before making decisions.
Innovation and Creativity. People with these competencies challenge existing paradigms and propose alternatives without being constrained by established approaches or anticipated responses of others. They bring their knowledge, skills, abilities, and sense of originality to the work that they do. They are willing to take risks and overcome internal struggle to expose their creative self in order to bring forward new work or ideas.
Digital Literacy. People with this competency have expertise in evaluating sources of information for accuracy, relevance, purpose, and bias. They respond quickly and creatively to emerging communication technologies and to the changing uses of existing technologies. They recognize how the basics of effective communication persist as the technological landscape evolves and changes while also recognizing the opportunities created for new and innovative approaches to get a message across.
Engaging Diversity. This competency makes employees understand that diversity provides a broader perspective, giving an organization a wider range of options toward resolving challenges. Such employees have the ability to see others points of view and recognize that only seeing things through one’s own culture and experiences is an impediment to achieving goals. They possess the cultural humility to acknowledge their own biases and to manage the conflicts that are inevitable in an increasingly diverse world.
Active Citizenship and Community Engagement. Employees with this competency understand that creating change and opening paths to new futures starts with the active participation of citizens in their local communities and even spans globally. They actively engage with their communities, because they know that their contributions impact the community and that their engagement with the community in turn shapes them. Through coursework, participation in service-learning projects, and volunteering, they have developed and fine-tuned their awareness of social and cultural differences, of the dynamics and needs of the local as well as global communities and are active citizens who engage with their communities to find new futures.
Teamwork and Leadership. Employees who possess this ability are able to both lead and be a part of a cohesive group. They understand their roles and responsibilities within a group, and how they may change in differing situations. They are able to influence others as leaders or as contributing members and have the willingness to take action. They leverage the strengths of the group to achieve a shared vision or objective. They effectively acknowledge and manage conflict toward solutions.
Oral and Written Communication. Employees with these vital skills have the ability to intentionally engage with various audiences to inform, persuade, and entertain. They are able to demonstrate their proficiency and expertise in various means of oral and written communication. They can create effective relationships with an audience as they keep in mind the needs, goals, and motivations of all involved. They are able to ensure that the communication they create is functional and clear to achieve a desired outcome.
Warren von Eschenbach Ph.D.
Associate Vice President and Assistant Provost for Academic Affairs (ND International) and Associate Teaching ProfessorUniversity of Notre Dame
ND International and Philosophy
What experience really stands out on Health Administration Internship resumes?
Warren von Eschenbach Ph.D.: We often talk about the desirability of gaining T-shaped skills-ones that are both broad and deep. The future will require a metaphor that is more dynamic and iterative to capture the realities of the job market. Experiences that demonstrate a purposive range of activities to expand one's knowledge and abilities, such as service-learning, a professional experience, or undergraduate research, will be key for building this dynamic skill set.
Kirstin Wilcox Ph.D.
DirectorUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Humanities Professional Resource Center, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Health Administration Internship job market given the pandemic?
Kirstin Wilcox Ph.D.: The pandemic, and the economic downturn that has come with it, has mostly amplified things that were always true but easy to ignore in a booming economy:
-employers are looking for skills more than specific majors
-students stand out who can present evidence of those skills in the form of work samples, relevant experiences, projects, collaborations
-in a period of rapid change, like this one, people who can think creatively, change direction easily, and communicate to multiple stakeholders are valuable to employers
What skills stand out on Health Administration Internship resumes?
Kirstin Wilcox Ph.D.: The so-called "soft skills" like communication, critical thinking, and the ability to cope with ambiguity are more important than ever listing them in a "skills" section of a resume is less effective than documenting them through thoughtful bullet points in an "experience" section that addresses the specific needs of particular employers.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Health Administration Interns to find work opportunities?
Julie Way: While there are job opportunities for STEM students almost anywhere in the country, certainly large metropolitan areas hire more prolifically than rural and geographically challenging. I found a USAToday article that lists the top 15 cities hiring high tech workers, however, these lists will change year to year.
What skills stand out on Health Administration Internship resumes?
Julie Way: These are the most in-demand attributes year after year...
-Problem-solving skills and experience
-Ability to work on a team
-Industry-related Technical skills
-Analytical and quantitative skills
-Leadership
-Communication skills
-Strong work ethic
What experience really stands out on Health Administration Internship resumes?
Carl Barlett: While good GPAs and relevant majors are all well and good, students put too much focus on them in my experience. When I interviewed potential employees, what stood out for me on resumes was always something that made me want to ask them more questions. This might have been anything from in-depth projects or simulations they had participated in, case competitions they had voluntarily taken part in, or even unique hobbies they pursued in their free time. Anything that showed a spark of intellectual curiosity was paramount to me. In my experience, those with genuine interest and the desire to continue learning about what they do will always outlast those that approach their resume or professional skills as a checklist to complete.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Health Administration Interns?
Dr. Timothy Soelen: While we are certainly going through something awful, there are are also some silverlinings. Education graduates are experiencing something unique, something so disruptive to the norm. They are experiencing life, and in some ways, life in the real world that has ups and downs, varying flow versus the slow, steady, somewhat static life of school. The pandemic has broke this imaginary but real boundary. Adapting to this disruption, finding alternative solutions to learning, should be an incredible value-add to their problem-solving skill set. I'm imagining a new curricular that taps the here and now for project-based and problem-based elarning. And assessments that move way beyond simple answers but ones that require an understanding of the complexity of the world we live in.
What type of skills will young Health Administration Interns need?
Dr. Timothy Soelen: I was going to say flexibility but I'll choose elasticity instead. The abilty to change and adapt, be stretched and compressed. People capable of pivoting as quickly as our best educators did in March of 2020.
What experience really stands out on Health Administration Internship resumes?
Don Wyatt: The experience that most stands out on resumes is of two types, having been rather constant and very likely to continue to be so for the foreseeable future. They are the demonstrated abilities to work independently and also to work as part of a group. The first indicates one's capacity to be resourceful and creative as needed, especially under such pressures as deadlines. The second shows one to be an effective collaborator, to be able to function constructively and harmoniously as member of a team. Being truly successful in the world of work requires some combination of both types of experience.
What type of skills will young Health Administration Interns need?
Don Wyatt: In addition to facility at communicating virtually, both orally and in writing, I think the most important "skills" are really attitudinal, being versatility and optimism. Versatility is epitomized by being flexible enough to relocate to and work productively from any variety of locations other than the conventional workplace, as well as being able to approach and even embrace suddenly changed job conditions and responsibilities fluidly. Optimism involves remaining upbeat about an economy that is bound to change but not always at all for the better. As "skills," versatility and optimism are also important to develop because they are mutually reinforcing.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Health Administration Internship job market given the pandemic?
Aaron Ebata Ph.D.: I think schools, agencies, and companies have found that there are some advantages to employees working remotely, and that the future will include some aspect of that. But an increase in remote employment (whether forced or voluntary) creates other challenges to individuals and families. This also means that there may be new opportunities for goods and services that focus on meeting these new needs. For example, new models of shared childcare or home schooling focused on someone coming into a home (or "pod" of like-minded families).
Schools and not-for-profit social service agencies may be feeling a financial crunch and may not be hiring-but the pandemic may have also let to retirements or people quitting which may open up positions.
Students who are entrepreneurial will be at an advantage.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Health Administration Internship job market given the pandemic?
Christopher Gehrz Ph.D.: I'm not sure a historian will be the best predictor of future trends. But I do think the pandemic's dislocation of the economy underscores how unlikely it is that new college graduates will spend their careers on a single track. When not just individual companies but whole sectors of the economy can be thrown into turmoil so quickly, it's important that college students use liberal arts studies to cultivate a breadth of knowledge and skills. Not only because that kind of learning transfers easily from one job to another, but because it prepares people well for the more advanced graduate and professional studies that will help them retool, adapt, and advance.
What general advice would you give to a Health Administration Internship?
Christopher Gehrz Ph.D.: First, be sure to sustain the life of the mind. You're no longer a college student, but you're still a learner, so you need to keep exercising those muscles. And you won't have people like me giving lectures or assigning books anymore, so you need to find your own ways to nourish your interests, sustain your passions, challenge your assumptions, and enhance your understanding.
Second, keep in touch with your college professors. Not only might you need to ask people like me for recommendations at some point down the road, but in turn, you can provide something to your alma mater more immediately meaningful than donations: helping us answer questions like these from newer students wondering how they'll connect their studies with their careers. (For example, I keep a list of several dozen alumni in various fields who have told me they'd be willing to be interviewed by first-year students wondering what they can do with a History major.)