Application & selection process
Candidates who will earn a graduate degree in healthcare administration, business administration, public health or similar graduate programs prior to July 1, 2026, will be considered. Applicants who require a comprehensive fellowship program to fulfill their master’s degree requirement will be considered. Previous experience in a healthcare setting, including completion of a summer administrative internship, is desirable but not required. Applicants do not have to graduate from an accredited university to be considered for this position. We do not sponsor work visas.
Available concentrations
- Central Region Hospital Operations
- Northeast Region Hospital Operations
- Research Operations
Application process
Applications accepted July 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025. To apply, submit your application in a single pdf file to adminfellow@geisinger.edu with the subject title "FULL NAME_Application."
The PDF should include:
- Current resume or CV
- Graduate transcripts of coursework to-date (official or unofficial)
- A brief statement on professional development objectives and career goals (one page, single-spaced)
- 500-word essay (choose one):
- Effective leadership in healthcare requires adaptability, emotional intelligence and the ability to influence without formal authority. Describe a time when you led a team or initiative without having direct positional power. What challenges did you face, how did you motivate others and what did you learn about your leadership style from that experience?
- In today's healthcare landscape, ambiguity is a constant companion. As an administrative fellow at Geisinger, you will face situations where the path forward is unclear. Can you share a specific instance where you navigated ambiguity? What strategies did you implement, and what were the outcomes? How did these experiences shape your approach to uncertainty in a professional setting?
- Patient-centered care prioritizes individual patient needs, leading to better satisfaction and health outcomes. Geisinger exemplifies this approach through various innovative programs such as the ProvenExperience program, offering refunds to dissatisfied patients, and the Fresh Food Farmacy, providing free healthy foods to low-income patients with diabetes. Discuss the importance of patient-centered care and how it drives innovation in healthcare administration. Highlight strategies and technologies that enhance patient-centered care, such as personalized medicine, telehealth and patient portals. Provide examples of successful patient-centered innovations and their impact on healthcare delivery.
Three letters of recommendation:
- Recommenders should be people who can knowledgeably evaluate your work performance, leadership capabilities and academic experience.
- Recommenders must email their letters of recommendation in pdf format to adminfellow@geisinger.edu with the subject title "FULL NAME OF APPLICANT_LOR".
Timeline
Selection timeline for the 2026 fellowship:
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i. Application open: Tuesday, July 1
ii. Application deadline: Monday, Sept. 1
iii. Interview Process: Phone Screening and On-site interviews
iv. Employment begins: July 2026
Webinars
For more information about Geisinger’s Administrative Fellowship, join an informational webinar on one of the following dates:
- Wednesday, June 18, 5 - 6 p.m. EST
- Thursday, July 17, Noon - 1 p.m. EST
- Monday, Aug. 11, 2 – 3 p.m. EST
- Register for a webinar
* The webinar includes a PowerPoint presentation, so you’re encouraged to join online. You’ll need to download the Microsoft Teams plug-in if you’re joining from a computer or the Teams app if joining from a phone or tablet. We recommend joining a few minutes early to make sure the appropriate access is in place.
Salary & benefits
Fellows will receive a competitive salary and benefits package. They'll also accrue paid time off in addition to Geisinger holidays. Fellows and dependents are eligible for full medical and dental coverage with financial incentive available through MyHealth Rewards, Geisinger’s employee wellness program. Additional benefits include relocation assistance and leadership/professional development opportunities. For more information, view our general benefits summary.
Questions?
Direct questions to the Administrative Fellowship team.