Intern R41595

Req#: R41595

Category(s): Residents, Interns, Fellows, Interns

Full Time / Part Time: Per Diem

Shift: First

Note:

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.

Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non‑exempt employees and based on assumed full‑time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum

$0.00 – $0.00 – $0.00

Compensation Intern (Non‑Clinical)

Baystate Health – Human Resources

On‑Site | 20 Hours per Week | 280 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA

Are you interested in the strategy behind how organizations design pay programs, analyze market data, and ensure equitable compensation practices? Join Baystate Health’s Compensation team as a Compensation Intern and gain hands‑on experience supporting critical pay initiatives within a leading healthcare system.

This internship offers meaningful exposure to compensation analysis, market benchmarking, job evaluation, and HR systems — all while contributing to projects that directly support our workforce.

The Compensation Intern will work closely with the Compensation team and collaborate with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and other cross‑functional departments. The intern will attend and actively participate in team meetings to gain a comprehensive understanding of compensation strategy, healthcare pay practices, and organizational operations.

This role is designed to provide practical, project‑based experience in compensation analysis within a complex healthcare environment.

• Accept and complete designated compensation‑focused projects, including research, data analysis, solution development, and presentations
• Assist with market pricing activities, salary benchmarking, and compensation surveys
• Support job description review and job evaluation processes
• Analyze compensation and workforce data to identify trends and insights
• Compile employee reports to analyze for pay equity practices
• Participate and support the Compensation team in the administration of premium pay programs
• Participate in department meetings and contribute to discussions
• Collaborate with team members and complete assigned tasks in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive compensation and employee information

• Academic coursework or prior experience in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Previous exposure to compensation, HR analytics, or business data analysis is a plus

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret compensation and market data
• Advanced attention to detail, particularly in data entry, validation, and documentation
• Critical thinking skills applied to compensation analysis and business problem‑solving
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUPs, and data organization, required)
• Ability to learn HRIS and compensation‑related systems
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential employee compensation data
• Engagement, curiosity, and initiative in learning opportunities

At Baystate Health, compensation plays a strategic role in supporting our mission and ensuring equitable and competitive pay practices. As a Compensation Intern, you’ll gain real‑world experience in healthcare compensation strategy while building valuable analytical and business skills that will serve you throughout your career.

If you are detail‑oriented, data‑driven, and eager to learn how compensation supports organizational success, we encourage you to apply.

GED or HiSET (Required)

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

Apply Now