Application & Selection Process

Application Process

Trinity Health uses NAFCAS (National Administrative Fellowship Centralized Application Service) exclusively for the fellowship application process.

June 7, 2024: NAFCAS application cycle opens
September 9 – 27, 2024: Phone interviews will be conducted to screen verified applicants
September 27, 2024: Deadline for submissions (there will be no exceptions to this cutoff)
October 2 – October 9, 2024: Interviews for select candidates
October 9 – November 1, 2024: Offer period

**NOTE: Since each Trinity Health Fellowship Cohort includes multiple fellows, our selection process necessitates more time compared to programs with only one or a few positions to fill. This means that the timing for extending offers falls later within the offer period (September 28 – November 1). According to the National Council on Administrative Fellowships (NCAF) Code of Good Practice, applicants have ten (10) calendar days to hold an offer, meanwhile, interviews with other fellowship sites may proceed. If you have interest in a fellowship with Trinity Health, but you have not received an offer, keep this hold option in mind.

Requirements for consideration:

Applicants should possess a master's degree or expect to obtain one before the fellowship begins mid-June 2025. Applications from students enrolled in master's programs that necessitate a fellowship to fulfill degree requisites are also accepted
Graduate academic records
Current resume / CV
Personal statement of fellowship and career objectives, include answers to the following:
- What would you contribute to further Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values?
- How could the fellowship help you achieve your career goals?
- In five years, where do you envision your career within Trinity Health?
Three Letters of Recommendation (one from a faculty member if currently enrolled in a graduate degree program
Personal email and telephone number for contact during the selection process (Sept. – Nov.)
Desired fellowship host location(s) – up to three may be selected

The Trinity Health Administrative Fellowship program participates in the National Council on Administrative Fellowships (NCAF) and adheres to their guidelines. As such, Trinity Health complies with the uniform acceptance date of Friday, November 1, 2024, after which no offers will be made.

For further questions, please contact the Trinity Health Fellowship Team at Fellowship@trinity-health.org.

Selection Process

The program is open to individuals who currently hold or are anticipated to obtain master's degrees in healthcare administration, business administration, mission services, ethics, or related disciplines. Those enrolled in three-year programs that require a fellowship are also invited to apply.

Applicants should have a minimum of three months of healthcare experience, whether gained through paid employment or volunteer work.

The Fellowship Team will review applications and those selected will be invited for a virtual interview. Fellowship offers may be extended starting after the application cycle deadline with all offers tendered by November 1, 2024.

The following elements will be considered in the selection process:

Perceived likelihood that the individual can be comfortable with and supportive of the Mission and Core Values of Trinity Health
Academic performance in graduate school
Perceived potential for leadership in the field
Demonstrated commitment to community service
Level of interest in multi-unit health care systems
Communication skills (written and verbal)
Intention to pursue placement within Trinity Health post-fellowship