Health Management Intern

• Launch your health management career with a leading NSW health service
• Earn while you study a Master’s degree through UNSW
• Gain hands-on experience across strategy, operations and health leadership

Build your future in health management – manage projects, solve complex problems and create better health services across Western Sydney.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (01/02/2027 up to 02/02/2029)
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 4
Remuneration: $39.43 - $40.33 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Western Sydney Local Health District

Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) and gain an inside view of one of Australia’s largest and most complex public health systems. The Graduate Health Management Program is designed for emerging professionals who want to turn their potential into a rewarding career in health service management and leadership.

• Work alongside experienced health managers and senior executives across Western Sydney.
• Gain exposure to strategic and operational priorities across the health service.
• Build networks with professionals across hospitals, programs and corporate functions.
• Access structured professional development in leadership, governance, project management and performance.
• Balance paid full-time employment with postgraduate study through the University of New South Wales (UNSW).

What you'll be doing
As a Health Management Intern, you’ll combine practical experience with postgraduate study, developing the skills and confidence to contribute to the future of health services. You’ll be trusted to take ownership of meaningful work while learning from experienced leaders.

• Deliver projects and develop practical plans that support strategic and operational priorities.
• Analyse complex issues, solve problems and contribute to informed management decisions.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, briefs and correspondence for a range of stakeholders.
• Participate in executive and hospital-level meetings covering service delivery, finance, performance, digital and governance.
• Build your understanding of the NSW Health System while actively pursuing your professional and academic development.

Ready to make your mark in health management? 
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. Bring your curiosity, ambition and commitment to continuous learning to Western Sydney Local Health District and build a career that makes a difference to your community.

How to Apply 
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:
 

• Possess an undergraduate degree from a recognized University. 

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. 

Selection Criteria:

1. Possess an undergraduate degree from a recognised University.
2. Demonstrate a high level of motivation and interest in a career in public health management.
3. Demonstrate well developed and effective written and verbal communication skills.
4. Demonstrate leadership and management skills or capabilities.
5. Model the NSW Health Core Values and ensure all workplace conduct aligns with these values and the NSW Health Code of Conduct.
6. Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Requisition ID: REQ678994
Applications Close: 15 September 2026

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Leza Maree Waters on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations.  For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.