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How much do health care intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for health care intern in Springfield, IL is $16.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.28 and $19.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or tasks can a health care intern expect to participate in during their internship?

As a Health Care Intern, you can expect to be involved in a range of administrative and clinical support tasks, such as assisting with patient intake, shadowing healthcare professionals, helping manage medical records, and contributing to quality improvement projects. Depending on the organization, interns may also participate in patient education initiatives or data analysis related to patient outcomes. This hands-on exposure offers valuable insight into daily healthcare operations and provides a foundation for future roles in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a health care intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Health Care Intern, you generally need a foundational knowledge of medical terminology, basic patient care protocols, and enrollment in or completion of a relevant health sciences program. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, basic data entry tools, and compliance with HIPAA regulations is often essential. Strong communication, adaptability, and a willingness to learn are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial for supporting healthcare teams, ensuring patient safety, and gaining valuable experience in a clinical environment.

What is the difference between Health Care Intern vs Medical Assistant?

AspectHealth Care InternMedical Assistant
Required CredentialsUsually pursuing or recently completed a healthcare-related degree or trainingCertified or trained in clinical and administrative tasks, often with a certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, or healthcare facilities, often in training or observation rolesMedical offices, clinics, hospitals performing direct patient care
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, hospitals, healthcare providers during internshipsHealthcare clinics, hospitals, outpatient facilities as staff members

Health Care Interns typically are students or recent graduates gaining practical experience, while Medical Assistants are trained professionals performing clinical and administrative duties. Interns focus on learning, whereas Medical Assistants provide direct patient care and support healthcare operations.

What is a health care intern?

Health care interns are students or recent graduates who work temporarily in a medical setting to gain practical experience in the health care field. Their responsibilities can include assisting medical staff, observing patient care, conducting administrative tasks, and learning about various health care practices. Internships help them apply classroom knowledge in real-world environments, develop professional skills, and explore potential career paths in health care. The experience gained during an internship can be valuable for future job opportunities or advanced studies.

What are the most commonly searched types of Health Care jobs in Springfield, IL?

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What cities near Springfield, IL are hiring for Health Care Intern jobs?

Cities near Springfield, IL with the most Health Care Intern job openings:

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College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual

Springfield, IL

Contractor, Internship

Medical, Life

Re-posted 20 days ago

Northwestern Mutual rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

164th of 308 rated insurance

Job description

Overview

College Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern Mutual are provided guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Our college financial representatives, who come from varying academic backgrounds and experiences, begin to build a financial planning practice while engaging local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the support of a Fortune 500 company. You will have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop a professional network, and help people achieve financial freedom. Here, hard work pays off!

Responsibilities

Our internship program mimics our full-time Financial Representative career, allowing you to:

  • Learn how to prospect and network to build your business and client base
  • Develop and execute on a business strategy
  • Call on potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goals
  • Prepare plans and offer useful recommendations
  • Gain exposure to proprietary planning software platforms
  • Engage in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings
  • Receive Risk Product State Licensing: Life, Accident, and Health
  • Build life skills that create future career opportunities

As a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, you can expect a flexible schedule to work around your life and your classes. With the option to participate in our internship program year-round, you can continue to grow your practice and obtain support for registrations and certifications such as the Series 6 & 63 or CFP. Get inspired at local and national recognition events, earn access to leadership programs, and collaborate with experts in our business. In fact, you'll find diverse resources across our culture to ensure that you experience personal and professional growth in this program. With interest, eligible students have an opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

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Qualifications

Are you a fit for this internship?

  • Full-time student; juniors and seniors preferred
  • Entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity for sales
  • Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete, campus orgs, student government, etc)
  • Excellent time-management skills
  • Interest in financial literacy and planning tools
  • Business savvy and desire to increase critical thinking abilities

Compensation & Benefits

  • Performance-based earnings and revenue
  • Learning and Development Incentives (up to $1000/month, not inclusive of earned commissions)
  • Productivity Bonuses
  • Support for insurance licensing (life, health, DI, LTC)
  • Support for SIE, Series 6, Series 63 registrations (eligibility required)

About Us

For over 165 years, we have helped our clients spend their lives living through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to give our clients the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives.

Our tailored approach includes multiple financial strategies-insurance, investments, and annuities-built to reinforce each other, keeping our clients consistently on track to meet goal after goal. We lead with unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services for our clients.

Our Financial Representatives and College Financial Representatives are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors1 for income tax purposes, and a "statutory employee" for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes.

As a company, we value an inclusive and belonging workplace where everyone's unique viewpoints bring new successes. We strive to create teams that reflect our customers and communities, fostering an environment where all employees are welcomed, valued, and heard.

Why join Northwestern Mutual

  • Fortune 500 company (2023)
  • Top 100 Internship Programs, Yello x WayUp (2022)
  • 5.0+ million clients and growing2
  • $257 billion retail investment client assets held or managed by Northwestern Mutual3
  • Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2021)
  • Unsurpassed financial strength4
  • Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021)

1 Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production. If offered to apply for approval of an intern contract to become a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, a national criminal background check is required. Should the background check results provide information which would not allow someone to work for Northwestern Mutual, approval to contract will be withdrawn.

2 As of June 30, 2023

3 Combined client assets of NMIS and NMWMC as of June 30, 2023

4 Among U.S. life insurers. Ratings are for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company, as of the most recent review and report by each rating agency. Ratings as of: 06/23 (Moody's Investors Service), 08/23 (A.M. Best Company), 08/23 (Fitch Ratings), 05/23 (S&P Global Ratings)

Salary RangeUSD $500.00 - USD $1,000.00 /Yr.Employment Type: INTERN

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About Northwestern Mutual

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Northwestern Mutual has been helping families and businesses achieve financial security for over 160 years through a distinctive planning approach that integrates risk management with wealth accumulation, preservation, and distribution. With more than $290 billion in assets, $30 billion in revenues and more than $1.9 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to more than 4.6 million clients. People are the power behind Northwestern Mutual, and diversity makes us better. We are committed to reflecting and serving the marketplace. We do so by attracting and improving the engagement of those who bring their outstanding perspectives, ideas, and beliefs.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Milwaukee, WI, US

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