Summer Program Coordinator

Summer Program Coordinator – 2026

Northwestern Memorial Hospital – Chicago, IL

Hourly Salary: $25.00 – $25.00.

Benefits: $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year (part‑time $5,700); $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part‑time); $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part‑time); $250 Well‑Being Fund per year ($125 part‑time);
Matching 401(k);
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage;
Life insurance;
Annual salary increase and incentive bonus;
Paid time off and holiday pay.

NM Scholars offers an 8‑week summer intensive program for high‑school students, held at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Coordinators manage day‑to‑day activities, curriculum design, student mentorship, and program evaluation.

• Assist with the Summer Intensive curriculum design and implementation, coordinating and facilitating the program.
• Maintain daily reflections on students’ improvement through attendance at lectures and presentations.
• Design lesson plans on writing techniques, meeting students regularly to work on summer research projects and presentations.
• Support and reinforce students’ strengths and experiential knowledge.
• Promote a college‑culture environment similar to current remote learning.
• Serve as the first point of contact for one cohort of students and provide guidance, advice, and mentorship.
• Handle day‑to‑day responsibilities, including teaching research curriculum and keeping students on track.
• Develop and grade homework, projects, exams, and assess participation and attendance.
• Maintain records of grades, attendance, and participation.
• Escort students to and from breakfast, lunch, lectures, and labs, ensuring adherence to the schedule.
• Work with medical‑student program interns to maximize the Scholars’ summer experience and delegate responsibilities.
• Assist with research activities, including conducting student interviews and collecting data.
• Provide ongoing feedback to improve program implementation.
• Attend regular meetings with the NM Scholars team.
• Participate in program orientation (late June).

• Master’s‑level graduate student with experience and/or interest in education, teaching, leadership, high‑school or college student development.
• At least one year of experience in curriculum design and development, inside or outside traditional classrooms.
• Ability to work virtually.
• Past experience working with high‑achieving high‑school or pre‑college students.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions independently.
• Professional communication with internal and external audiences.
• Team player with ability to work in a time‑pressured environment.
• Well‑rounded individual who enjoys guiding and mentoring youth from under‑sourced communities.

• Ph.D.‑level graduate student in Higher Education or related field.
• Background in program coordination.
• 2–3 years of experience in curriculum design and development, inside or outside traditional classrooms.
• Past STEM or health/science pipeline experience.
• Knowledge of under‑represented student experiences, college access and readiness, equity, and diversity.
• In‑depth knowledge of college access and retention in higher education and ability to apply this to health‑science careers.
• Experience in writing development at secondary or post‑secondary levels.
• Outgoing personality.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check, including criminal history, for newly hired team members. If offered a position, an authorization and disclosure form will be required. Results are evaluated case‑by‑case, and all local, state, and federal laws are followed, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.