Eligibility & Requirements 

Cedars-Sinai seeks emerging healthcare leaders who demonstrate academic excellence, professional maturity, and a commitment to advancing healthcare administration. Applicants for the 2026–2028 Administrative Fellowship Program must meet the following criteria:

Educational Requirements

• Candidates must have earned, or expect to earn, a graduate degree—MHA, MPH, MHSA, or MBA with a healthcare emphasis—from an accredited program between May 1, 2024, and June 30, 2026.
• Degrees conferred prior to May 1, 2024, are not eligible for consideration.

Professional Experience

• A minimum of one (1) year of relevant professional experience in healthcare administration or a related business environment is required; 2 years of relevant professional experience preferred.
• Prior experience may include a combination of full-time employment, administrative internships, or graduate assistantships that demonstrate applied leadership, analytical, and project management skills.

Employment Authorization

• Applicants must have valid authorization to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of the fellowship.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All selected candidates must successfully complete Cedars-Sinai’s pre-employment process, which includes:

• Background check
• Drug and alcohol screening
• Employee health screening
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination, in accordance with Cedars-Sinai’s employee health and safety policies

The Cedars-Sinai TMP Administrative Fellowship is a full-time, two-year paid program based in Los Angeles, California. Fellows are expected to relocate if not already residing in the area.

1. Online Application

Submit your application via the Cedars-Sinai Careers site by the stated deadline.

2. Resume

Include education, professional experience, leadership roles, and community involvement.

3. Personal Statement

Your statement should address the following (maximum of one page, single-spaced):

• What motivates you to pursue a career in healthcare administration at Cedars-Sinai?
• How did you first develop an interest in the healthcare field, and what experiences have strengthened that interest over time?
• What are your long-term career aspirations in healthcare leadership, and how will the Cedars-Sinai Administrative Fellowship help you achieve those goals?

4. Letter of Recommendation: Academic

5. Letter of Recommendation: Professional

6. Letter of Recommendation: Academic or Professional

7. Official Transcript: Undergraduate

Transcripts should be sent directly from your registrar's office to CS HR.

8. Official Transcript: Graduate

Unofficial graduate transcripts may be submitted if your degree will be conferred by Spring 2026. Transcripts should be sent directly from your registrar's office to CS HR.