Intern, Central Ops

NUH Internship Programme (Jan 2027 – Jun 2027)

Curious about the inner workings of a hospital Join NUH on a 6-month full time internship to gain a comprehensive understanding of the operational aspects of healthcare organisations. Explore critical functions of hospital administration such as operations, human resource, communications, and quality improvement that support the smooth delivery of patient care.

About NUH

The National University Hospital (NUH) is Singapore's leading university hospital, with a proud heritage dating back to 1905 with the establishment of what's now the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. Our strong ties with the medical school have shaped us into a unique institution, allowing us to seamlessly integrate clinical care with teaching and research. As a university hospital, we go beyond the realm of providing tertiary medical care. We are a hub of knowledge and innovation, attracting healthcare professionals who are passionate about pushing boundaries and making significant contributions to the field.

Job Description

The intern will be posted to the Assistant Chief Operating Officer's (Central Operations) Office, where he/she will be part of a close-knit team supporting the smooth operations of the hospital.

Key responsibilities include:

a. Review Fire Safety in NUH

The intern will work closely with the Assistant Chief Operating Officer in the review of the NUH Fire Safety SOPs as part of the NUH Fire Safety Plan.

(1) Support the review of fire safety maintenance SOPs.

(2) Participate in initiatives to enhance fire safety standards and compliance across the hospital.

(3) Coordinate with internal stakeholders and service providers to track implementation progress.

(4) Support documentation, reporting, and process improvement efforts relating to fire safety management.

(5) Assist in the development of fire safety exercise scenarios.

b. Support the ICT Transformation Project

The intern will contribute to an ongoing ICT transformation project by supporting planning, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination activities.

(1) Assist in drafting project frameworks, roadmaps, and governance structures.

(2) Support stakeholder engagement activities to gather business requirements and operational needs.

(3) Prepare project documentation, meeting materials, and progress updates.

(4) Track project milestones, action items, risks, and dependencies to support project execution.

c. Assist in the Design and Conduct of a Hospital-wide Mass Casualty Exercise

The intern will support the planning and coordination of a large-scale hospital emergency preparedness exercise.

(1) Assist in coordinating logistics, planning timelines, and stakeholder communications.

(2) Support operational readiness activities and the preparation of exercise materials.

(3) Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies where required.

(4) Assist in documenting exercise outcomes, lessons learnt, and post-exercise reports.

Role Requirements

• Undergraduate pursuing a degree from a recognised institution, with a keen interest in healthcare operations and management.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced and collaborative healthcare environment.

Learning Opportunities

This internship offers opportunities to strengthen and develop the following competencies:

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Organisation, attention to detail, and multitasking abilities
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Stakeholder management and collaboration skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Project management and process improvement capabilities

Kindly note the following:

• Please attach the latest copy of your resume in your application.
• Minimum full-time commitment of 25 weeks from Jan 2027 is expected. Interested applicants are required to indicate their available commitment period in their resume.
• Applications will close on 30 November 2026 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.