The Cooper University Health Care Administrative Fellowship is a one-year program designed to immerse future health care leaders in the core functions of a health care system. Fellows live out Cooper’s mission by serving on meaningful projects, supporting initiatives that drive patient healing, and learning from leaders who are passionate about educating the next generation.
Cooper University Health Care serves the Southern New Jersey and Delaware Valley regions, including the Philadelphia metro area. Fellows are based at Cooper’s main campus in Camden, New Jersey, with opportunities to travel to ambulatory centers and Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May County.
Structure
Fellows begin their experience with an orientation and introductions to members of the executive suite. One-on-one meetings are scheduled with senior leaders across the organization, including SVPs, VPs, and AVPs. Fellows may also reach out to other leaders within the system based on personal interests.
From these meetings, fellows identify and begin work on a variety of projects. These may include leading initiatives, supporting research, analyzing data, contributing to strategic planning, and more. Fellows also have the opportunity to shadow departments and round with leaders throughout the facilities. Shadowing may be tied to project work or pursued independently based on learning goals.
The fellowship offers exposure to both hospital and ambulatory operations and offers access to clinical and academic learning opportunities as part of Cooper’s academic medical center environment. Fellows are encouraged to attend meetings that align with their interests and are given access to observe key executive discussions.
Preceptors
Weekly dedicated meetings with the preceptors provide ongoing support, mentorship, and opportunities to adjust project scope or direction.
Christine C. Winn, PHD, FACHE
Senior Vice President and Chief Regional Officer
Dr. Winn is responsible for the vision, innovation, and development of the new Cooper Cape region and MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper. She joined Cooper in 2013.
Kevin C. O’Leary
Senior Vice President, Strategic Planning and Business Development
Mr. O'Leary oversees strategic planning and business development functions at the enterprise and program levels. He is responsible for informing and recommending growth strategies, developing and implementing planning processes, and aligning service line strategic management. He joined Cooper in 2014.
Apply Today
Cooper University Health Care currently accepts one Administrative Fellow per year. To apply for the role, visit jobs.cooperhealth.org and search for the term "Administrative Fellow."
- Application deadline: September 19, 2025
- Interview: September through October
- Candidate selected: November
- Start date: July 6, 2026
For questions, please contact: AdministrativeFellowship@CooperHealth.edu