What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Finance and Transformation position at ECRI?
WHY CHOOSE ECRI?
Benefits
ECRI is an inspiring place to work. We share a common mission to help healthcare organizations make smart, compassionate, and ethical decisions for patients. Consider these additional benefits of joining the ECRI team:
At ECRI, our passion for safe, effective, and efficient care is ingrained into the fabric of who we are and why we are here. For more than 50 years, the people of ECRI have been unyielding in their work to protect patients from unsafe and ineffective medical technologies and practices. Now, with the acquisition of the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), we have created one of the largest healthcare quality and safety entities in the world.
As a non-profit, independent organization, we utilize an unbiased, evidence-based approach to develop guidance, and maintain our principles of integrity and transparent work. Our ethical standards have led us to adopt the industry's strictest conflict-of-interest policies, and they are why tens of thousands of healthcare leaders worldwide rely on ECRI to guide their clinical, operational, and strategic decisions across all sites of care.
The Most Trusted Voice in Healthcare
ECRI Is Proud To Serve The Healthcare Industry, From Providers And Insurers To Government Agencies, And Medical Associations. Our Areas Of Focus Include
At ECRI, our passion for the truth drives us to go further and dig deeper in our pursuit to advance effective, evidence-based healthcare globally.
The success of our organization relies on the kind of creative thinking that can only result from a diverse team of individuals. ECRI is proud to be an employer of choice with an inclusive environment for all employees. As part of this goal and in compliance with various laws and regulations, ECRI provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees.
It's what makes ECRI unique, and why we are the most trusted voice in healthcare.
Position Summary
The Intern, Finance and Transformation will support with various Finance and Transformation projects, driving operational improvements, data analysis, and process optimization initiatives. This role offers hands-on exposure to financial operations, business transformation efforts, and cross-functional collaboration.
The intern will assist with data management, reporting, and process documentation while contributing to key transformation projects aimed at improving efficiency, accuracy, and scalability within Finance. This is an excellent opportunity for a student seeking to build foundational experience in finance, analytics, and business operations within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
ECRI will provide mentorship and learning opportunities, with the potential to tailor project work to align with the intern’s academic background and career interests, as business needs allow.
Essential Functions
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and project discussions
Take ownership of assigned tasks and projects, delivering work on time and with high quality
Other duties, as assigned.
Accountability Metrics
Timely completion of assigned tasks and projects
Accuracy and quality of data entry and reporting
Responsiveness and collaboration with team members
Demonstrated learning and application of new skills
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Prior internship or coursework in finance, accounting, business, data analytics, or related fields preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Interest in finance operations, transformation, or process improvement
Education
High school diploma required.
Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university, preferably in a Human Resources / Organizational Development discipline.
Computer Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 Suite of products (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and client relationship management tools.
Certifications & Licenses
N/A
Position Compensation
The salary range for new employees in this position is $20.00 an hour, based on background, experience, and skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position operates in a remote environment and requires the individual to remain in a stationary position, whether sitting or standing, before a desk or other fixed workspace, most of their workday. In addition, this position requires the individual to occasionally move about their workspace to access and inspect work-related materials, such as file cabinets with physical files and standard office equipment. This position requires the ability to operate standard office equipment, including, but not limited to, a laptop, keyboard, mouse, webcam, and phone, as well as effectively communicate information and ideas to a wide variety of audiences in written and oral form.
ADA STATEMENT
ECRI is committed to equal employment opportunities and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ECRI values diversity and inclusivity, and we strive to provide a work environment that accommodates employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please inform us so that we can provide the necessary support. ECRI believes that everyone should have an equal opportunity to contribute their skills and talents, and we are dedicated to making our workplace accessible and inclusive for all.
EEO STATEMENT
ECRI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to succeed. ECRI complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on these protected characteristics.
Benefits
ECRI is an inspiring place to work. We share a common mission to help healthcare organizations make smart, compassionate, and ethical decisions for patients. Consider these additional benefits of joining the ECRI team:
- Industry leadership: We have a long history and proven reputation in patient safety and medical technology research.
- On-the-job-learning: You will have the opportunity to work with specialists across medical science, patient care, healthcare management, and technology.
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits: We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability coverage.
- Retirement Savings: Our employees can participate in an employer-matching 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Additional benefits: ECRI offers additional benefits to our employees, including paid time off and holiday pay, paid leave for parents, tuition assistance, employee assistance program, access to LinkedIn Learning, and other voluntary benefit programs (e.g. accident insurance, identify theft insurance, flexible spending accounts).
- Volunteer Program: ECRI Cares, our employee volunteer program, provides a framework for us to work together and make a difference in the lives of others. All employees are provided 16 hours annually of paid time to volunteer at preapproved ECRI Cares charities during normal business hours.
At ECRI, our passion for safe, effective, and efficient care is ingrained into the fabric of who we are and why we are here. For more than 50 years, the people of ECRI have been unyielding in their work to protect patients from unsafe and ineffective medical technologies and practices. Now, with the acquisition of the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), we have created one of the largest healthcare quality and safety entities in the world.
As a non-profit, independent organization, we utilize an unbiased, evidence-based approach to develop guidance, and maintain our principles of integrity and transparent work. Our ethical standards have led us to adopt the industry's strictest conflict-of-interest policies, and they are why tens of thousands of healthcare leaders worldwide rely on ECRI to guide their clinical, operational, and strategic decisions across all sites of care.
The Most Trusted Voice in Healthcare
ECRI Is Proud To Serve The Healthcare Industry, From Providers And Insurers To Government Agencies, And Medical Associations. Our Areas Of Focus Include
- Patient Safety: empowering leaders to eliminate patient harm through the dissemination of best practices, guidance, benchmarking, and recommendations.
- Evidence-Based Medicine: providing clinical evidence to inform and support decisions on the effectiveness of medical technologies, procedures, genetic tests, and clinical practice guidelines.
- Technology Decision Support: arming hospital systems with unbiased insights, so they can optimize their supply chain.
At ECRI, our passion for the truth drives us to go further and dig deeper in our pursuit to advance effective, evidence-based healthcare globally.
The success of our organization relies on the kind of creative thinking that can only result from a diverse team of individuals. ECRI is proud to be an employer of choice with an inclusive environment for all employees. As part of this goal and in compliance with various laws and regulations, ECRI provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees.
It's what makes ECRI unique, and why we are the most trusted voice in healthcare.
Position Summary
The Intern, Finance and Transformation will support with various Finance and Transformation projects, driving operational improvements, data analysis, and process optimization initiatives. This role offers hands-on exposure to financial operations, business transformation efforts, and cross-functional collaboration.
The intern will assist with data management, reporting, and process documentation while contributing to key transformation projects aimed at improving efficiency, accuracy, and scalability within Finance. This is an excellent opportunity for a student seeking to build foundational experience in finance, analytics, and business operations within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
ECRI will provide mentorship and learning opportunities, with the potential to tailor project work to align with the intern’s academic background and career interests, as business needs allow.
Essential Functions
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
- Data Entry and Back-end Systems Support Analyst
- Analytical, organized, detail-oriented, data savvy to execute basic data entry, database management, spreadsheet creation, inbound and outbound call handling, light technology application administration, and general office administration
- Adaptable and resourceful, able to support back-end operations in fast-paced or small business environments with minimal oversight
- Personable, reliable, and highly communicative, contributing a positive and professional presence to every team with a strong commitment to accuracy
- Support finance transformation initiatives, including process improvement, workflow optimization, and documentation of current and future state processes
- Assist with data analysis and reporting, including gathering, organizing, and validating financial and operational data
- Perform data entry and database maintenance, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial systems and records
- Create and maintain spreadsheets, dashboards, and presentations to support team initiatives and leadership reporting
- Assist in identifying process inefficiencies and recommend improvements based on data and observations
- Support system-related activities, including light administration, testing, or documentation of finance tools and platforms
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Finance, HR, IT) on projects and ad hoc requests
- Provide general administrative and project support as needed
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and project discussions
Take ownership of assigned tasks and projects, delivering work on time and with high quality
Other duties, as assigned.
Accountability Metrics
Timely completion of assigned tasks and projects
Accuracy and quality of data entry and reporting
Responsiveness and collaboration with team members
Demonstrated learning and application of new skills
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Prior internship or coursework in finance, accounting, business, data analytics, or related fields preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Interest in finance operations, transformation, or process improvement
Education
High school diploma required.
Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university, preferably in a Human Resources / Organizational Development discipline.
Computer Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 Suite of products (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and client relationship management tools.
Certifications & Licenses
N/A
Position Compensation
The salary range for new employees in this position is $20.00 an hour, based on background, experience, and skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position operates in a remote environment and requires the individual to remain in a stationary position, whether sitting or standing, before a desk or other fixed workspace, most of their workday. In addition, this position requires the individual to occasionally move about their workspace to access and inspect work-related materials, such as file cabinets with physical files and standard office equipment. This position requires the ability to operate standard office equipment, including, but not limited to, a laptop, keyboard, mouse, webcam, and phone, as well as effectively communicate information and ideas to a wide variety of audiences in written and oral form.
ADA STATEMENT
ECRI is committed to equal employment opportunities and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ECRI values diversity and inclusivity, and we strive to provide a work environment that accommodates employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please inform us so that we can provide the necessary support. ECRI believes that everyone should have an equal opportunity to contribute their skills and talents, and we are dedicated to making our workplace accessible and inclusive for all.
EEO STATEMENT
ECRI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to succeed. ECRI complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on these protected characteristics.
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