Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
Michigan Medicine Health Advancement guides and empowers the Michigan Medicine community to reach their full potential by advancing health, expanding career and educational opportunities, fostering a culture of support, and strengthening partnerships. This team plays a vital role in building systems and programs that improve patient care, learner development, workforce engagement, and community collaboration. With a focus on excellence, safety, and measurable impact, the department supports efforts across education, research, and clinical care to create an environment where all individuals can thrive professionally and personally.
Our strategic pillars are health equity across care, education, research and community; pathways and professional growth; and supporting an environment for advancement and a thriving culture. These pillars inform our job roles and responsibilities and inform reporting and collaborative connections within the department.
The Michigan Health Sciences Summer Institute (MHSSI) consists of three residential summer programs sponsored by the University of Michigan Medical School (UMMS) and Michigan Medicine Health Advancement:
Undergraduate Research Academy (URA): Provides 20 undergraduate students and/or recent graduates with research experiences alongside Michigan Medicine faculty.
Career Development Academy (CDA): Provides 20 undergraduate students and/or recent graduates with an MCAT preparation course and resources to support their medical school application process.
Summer Pre-College Exposure Academy (SPEA): Provides 50 high school students with an SAT preparation course and college readiness resources.
Responsibilities*
- Collaborate with the K-12 Pathways Program Manager and the MHSSI Administrative Project Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and support the success of 2026 SPEA Programming.
- Attend regular 1:1 meetings with the Program Manager and assist with Faculty Mentor check-in meetings.
- Co-lead weekly team meetings, including preparing agendas and facilitating discussions with the four Community Advisors.
- Provide meaningful feedback to SPEA students on their personal statements.
- Perform additional administrative tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
Availability
- Position will start the week of June 14th
- Must be available virtually from Monday-Thursday July 6-31st
- Must be available in-person Fridays July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Additional Requirements
- Current undergraduate or medical student or in another health care program.
- Experience planning or facilitating workshops and developing enrichment activities.
- Ability to appropriately respond to crisis situations and medical emergencies.
Desired Qualifications*
- Prior work with students in a camp setting or similar program
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Locations
Michigan Medicine Health Advancement, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Additional Information
NOTE: A successful applicant will submit a cover letter in addition to a resume or curriculum vitae.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.