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Select Specialty Hospital - Richmond
Executive Intern
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A Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a senior executive tasked with overseeing the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of a business. The COO typically reports directly to the chief executive officer (CEO) and is considered to be second in the chain of command.
$211,992 / year median in Virginia
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Overview Select Specialty Hospital is a part of Select Medical, a national leader in critical illness recovery services. Select Medical is committed to creating leadership paths for future executives and supporting emerging leaders as they grow their careers. Potential year-round executive internship opportunity. $22/hour About the Internship Our hospital Executive Internship provides meaningful mentorship and real‑world exposure to the challenges and rewards of hospital administration. Interns gain hands-on experience supporting strategic, operational, and quality initiatives within the hospital environment. Interns will participate in leadership meetings, collaborate with key hospital committees, and contribute to performance improvement work throughout the facility. Completing this internship gives students a significant competitive advantage when applying for the Executive Fellowship. Through the internship, students gain: Direct exposure to Select Medical hospital operations Established relationships with hospital leadership A strong understanding of organizational goals and performance priorities Hands‑on experience that aligns with the fellowship's core competencies Many interns use this experience as their first step into a long-term leadership career with Select Medical, making the internship a high‑value entry point for candidates planning to pursue advanced degrees or healthcare administration fellowships.
Why Join Us:
- National footprint: Select Medical operates in 46 states and D.C.
- Strong legacy: Founded in 1996, now with 45,000+ team members
- Award-winning performance: Recipient of the Baldrige Mid-Atlantic Mastery Award
- Learning that matters: Join leadership meetings and key hospital committees
- Make an impact: Contribute to strategic, operational, and quality initiatives