Operations & Administration Intern, Medicine, Clinical Operations

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.

Work location: NUHS Tower Block

Role Overview:

Support the Clinical Operations team in two key workstreams: the set-up of a new inpatient ward and the annual procurement of consumables for General Wards. Where bandwidth allows, the intern will also have the opportunity to contribute to clinic process improvement and innovation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating the set-up of Ward 12, including tracking of equipment, furniture, and supply procurement
• Maintain project trackers and status updates to ensure timely follow-through on outstanding items
• Liaise with internal departments and external vendors on procurement and delivery matters
• Consolidate and process annual consumable requests from nine General Wards under Dept of Medicine
• Prepare and organise procurement documentation, purchase requisitions, and approval records
• Support data collation, benchmarking, and reporting to assist in procurement decision-making
• Assist with general administrative tasks and ad-hoc operational support as required
• (Where bandwidth permits) Participate in clinic process improvement and innovation initiatives, gaining exposure to how clinical operations teams identify inefficiencies and implement solutions

What the Intern Will Gain:

• Hands-on experience in healthcare operations and procurement processes
• Exposure to multi-stakeholder coordination in a hospital setting
• Practical skills in project tracking, documentation, and administrative management
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and innovation work in a clinical setting, subject to capacity
• Mentorship and guidance from an experienced clinical operations team

Role requirements:

• Meticulous and organised
• Self-motivated
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Able to work with various stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft applications

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.