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We are looking for a full-time Facility Operations & Intern to join our team! If you’re an ambitious individual who wants to build a career in facility operations and master facility planning, then we want to work with you! Emplify Health provides a professional, hands-on internship experience designed to align the interests of the intern with the ongoing strategic and operational work of the organization. This internship offers an opportunity to gain exposure to both facility operations and master facility planning, with a focus on understanding how healthcare facilities are evaluated, maintained, and strategically planned for long-term use.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in developing a universal facility condition assessment template and scoring methodology for evaluating healthcare facilities and spaces.

• Participate in facility tours and building walkthroughs to document and evaluate the condition of building systems, infrastructure, and interior spaces.

• Support the grading and documentation of facility conditions, including building envelope, interior finishes, infrastructure systems, and functional space performance.

• Help organize and synthesize facility assessment data into structured reports and planning tools that support long-range facility planning.

• Collaborate with both Facility Operations and Master Facility Planning teams to understand operational considerations, capital planning needs, and infrastructure lifecycle planning.

• Assist in the development of standardized documentation, evaluation criteria, and reporting tools used to support system-wide facility planning.

• Participate in meetings, planning discussions, and site visits to gain exposure to strategic healthcare facility planning and operations management.

• Perform additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.

• Adhere to regular and predictable attendance

What's Available?

• Internship starting in May 2026 and ending in August 2026

• Schedule: Ideally seeking a student or recent grad that can work 40 hours/week between Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

• Location: Primarily remote position for residents of WI, MN, IA. Must be within a reasonable driving distance to our office in La Crosse, WI to participate in training and meetings as needed

• Pay: Our internships offer a wage of $17.50/hour

What Do You Need?

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a post–high school educational program in a related field, including:

  • Associate’s degree in Facility Maintenance

  • Associate’s degree in Building Systems or Facilities Technology

  • Associate’s degree in HVAC, Electrical, or Mechanical Systems

  • Associate’s degree in Construction Technology

  • Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Healthcare Administration, or related field

  • Other related technical or facilities-focused program

• Strong desire to learn and grow in the field.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Work Experience

Desired

Exposure through coursework, training, or prior work related to:

• Facility maintenance or building systems

• Engineering or technical trades

• Construction or architecture

• Facility operations

• Infrastructure or building condition assessment

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Interest in facility maintenance, facility engineering, or healthcare facility planning

• Strong observational and analytical skills

• Ability to evaluate physical environments and identify condition issues

• Organizational and documentation skills

• Curiosity about how healthcare facilities are maintained, operated, and planned for long-term use

• Ability to collaborate across operational and strategic teams

Why Seek an Internship with Us?

• Our Internship will provide professional, hands-on experience within our Facility Operations & Master Facility Planning department.

• Potential to grow and develop into a full-time career with Emplify Health.

• Ability to network and cultivate relationships with colleagues and other leaders within the organization

Join an amazing team working at a mission focused organization where you can make a meaningful contribution to improving the health of patients!

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

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