Intern - Volunteer Services (On-site)

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Department: Volunteer & Guest Services Summer Internship 2026 – Volunteer Services Application Deadline: May 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM Program Dates: June 22, 2026 – September 4, 2026 Program Timeline Application Window: April 10, 2026 – May 8, 2026 Interview Period: May 11, 2026 – May 21, 2026 Final Selection: May 29 - May 31, 2026 Start Date: June 22, 2026 Tentative End Date: September 4, 2026 - depending on the Fall academic schedule. Position Overview Launch your career with a paid summer internship at Salinas Valley Health, an award-winning 263-bed acute care hospital serving Monterey County. Volunteer Services is seeking an Intern to support the optimization of the VSys volunteer data management system. The Intern will assist in configuring system features to improve communication, streamline workflows, and reduce manual processes. Responsibilities include uploading and managing orientation materials within VSys, setting up text messaging and automated email communications, and developing standardized templates to ensure consistent documentation of volunteer interactions. The Intern will also support automation of scheduling notifications and help create a procedural guide for staff use. As time permits, the Intern will explore additional system features to further enhance efficiency. Primary Responsibilities Assist with configuration and optimization of the VSys volunteer data management system Upload orientation and re-orientation materials into VSys for automated distribution, tracking, and completion Set up and support text messaging capabilities for volunteer communications, including urgent notifications for NODA volunteers Configure automated email responses for appointment reminders and training sessions Develop and implement standardized communication templates within VSys to ensure consistent documentation in volunteer records Support automation of schedule notifications to replace manual email and scanning processes Create a procedural guide for staff on maintaining and utilizing system features Explore additional VSys functionalities to improve efficiency and streamline volunteer services operations Program Eligibility Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program Preference given to Junior and Senior-level students Must be available to participate in at least 8 weeks of the 10-week program Interns will be matched with projects based on their academic field of study Work Schedule Up to 30 hours per week Internship duration: 8–10 consecutive weeks Schedule: Monday – Friday, based on organizational needs Application Requirements To be considered, applicants must complete all of the following: Submit a cover letter (1 page) that includes: A brief introduction of yourself Your interest in working at Salinas Valley Health Your preferred department and why it interests you Upload Resume Complete the online Application Incomplete applications will not be considered Location: Salinas, CA Pay Range: The hourly rate for this position is $22.00. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position. Job Specifications: ● Union: Non-Affiliated ● Work Shift: Day Shift ● FTE: 1.0 ● Scheduled Hours: 40 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Salinas Valley Health, formerly Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, founded in 1953, is the cornerstone of what would eventually become Salinas Valley Health. Today, we serve thousands of individuals and families just like you throughout the Salinas Valley, Monterey Peninsula and the surrounding region. Each year, our highly trained team of healthcare professionals takes our renowned quality of patient care to the next level. Our team actively utilizes the latest medical techniques with our state-of-the-art technology to improve your health and well-being. In many cases this provides you and your family the opportunity to receive specialized care right here in your own community, without the need for travel. Our 263-bed acute care medical center employs more than 2,036 people and has a medical staff of more than 300 board-certified physicians across a broad spectrum of specialties, all dedicated to your care. Please apply internally via Job Hub.

Salary : $22