Fred Hutch Cancer Center is a nationally ranked cancer hospital and the top-ranked cancer hospital in the Northwest region. The Administrative Fellowship Program is a prestigious one-year program designed for early careerists in healthcare administration. The program is both rotational and project-based because it allows fellows to develop their leadership style and build upon their skills while immersing themselves in a fast-paced environment. Fellows will engage closely with executive leaders, gaining direct exposure to strategic initiatives, operational processes, and organizational governance. The program includes the following support structures for fellows:
- Teaching and mentoring environment
- Experiential career learning and talent development
- Supports transition from graduate academics to real-life application and hospital administrative management
- Provides executive and senior level leadership rotations in cross-organizational departments and offers complex project assignments
- Ensures comprehensive exposure to clinical operations, strategy, and research as it relates to exceptional cancer care
Program Model
The fellowship follows a one-year rotation and project-based model, consisting of both Executive and Service Line Rotations.
Executive Rotations
- Strategy (3 months)
- Operations (3 months)
- Research (3 months)
- Elective (3 months)
Examples of elective rotations: Quality, Finance, Marketing, Data Strategy, Compliance & Risk, DEI, Community Sites, Surgical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Philanthropy, Patient Experience, etc.
Service Line Rotations
- Adult Bone Marrow Transplant
- Breast
- Cellular Immunotherapy
- Community Sites
- Endocrine/Thyroid
- Gastrointestinal
- Genitourinary
- Gynecologic
- Head & Neck
- Hematology & Heme Malignancies
- High-Risk Prevention
- Imaging, Screening & Procedure Suites
- Neuro Oncology
- Phase 1
- Renal
- Sarcoma
- Skin
- Supportive Care
- Thoracic
How to Apply
For Fellowship inquiries, please email slmadminfellow@fredhutch.org for more details.
- Applications are due by 5:00 PM PDT on September 23, 2024.
- Apply online.
- The application should include the following:
- Resume/CV
- Personal Statement (one-page limit)
- 3 Letters of Recommendation (one academic, one professional, and one other)
- Unofficial graduate transcript
Informational Webinars
Administrative Fellowship Webinar Flyer
- Informational Webinar #1 - August 14, 7-8 p.m. PDT
- Informational Webinar #2 - August 30, 9-10 p.m. PDT
- Informational Webinar #3 - September 9, 6-7 p.m. PDT
- Application Deadline - September 23, 5 p.m. PDT
Frequently Asked Questions
The fellow directly reports to Rhianna Wardian, Service Line Manager at Fred Hutch Cancer Center for Gynecologic Oncology and Supportive Care Services. Rhianna directly oversees and guides the administrative fellowship program. She also serves as the fellow’s supervisor and provides professional guidance, mentoring and support during the fellowship program.
- Health care experience (preferably within a health care system)
- Strong academic record
- Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
- Ability to work on multiple projects at once
- Ability to be flexible, intuitive and inventive
- Self-motivated and team oriented
- Conducts self in a professional manner
- Keen desire to learn and grow as a leader in healthcare
Administrators submit project proposals to the fellow and preceptor. The fellow then meets with the preceptor to identify projects that align with the overall organizational priorities of Fred Hutch and the fellow's personal and professional goals.
If you have any questions, please email slmadminfellow@fredhutch.org.
We currently accept one fellow per rotation.
For Fellowship inquiries and timeline, please e-mail slmadminfellow@fredhutch.org for more details.
At the start of the fellowship program (July 2025), students must have completed and/or be on track to complete their master’s degree in health administration (MHA/MHSA), Public Health (MPH), Business Administration (MBA) or similar master’s degree program in a related field of study. Applicants should be in the second year of their coursework, except in programs where the second year is a residency.
You must have received your degree or will receive your degree within twelve months of the start of the fellowship.
For information about other employment opportunities, please visit our careers page.
Yes, this is a full-time position and fellows are expected to work Monday through Friday.
Fellowship Supervisor and Administrator of the Program
Rhianna Wardian, JD, MHA
- Administrative internship and fellowship: Cleveland Clinic
- Professional School: The Ohio State University, Doctor of Law
- Graduate School: The Ohio State University, Masters of Health Administration
- Undergraduate Degree: The University of South Florida, Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Minor of Music in Classical Piano Performance
- Interests: Her training in health law and administration supports her goal to better address patient care. Rhianna loves spending her free time with her family and friends. Outside work, Rhianna teaches yoga, emcees weddings, and travels the world in search of new cuisine and adventure.
“As someone who was once an Administrative Fellow, I fundamentally believe in the value of administrative fellowships because it is an opportunity for graduates to receive complementary career training and mentorship as they begin their role as leaders in healthcare.”
— Rhianna
Current Administrative Fellow
Julia Scobee, MPH
- Practicum: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Ambulatory Clinical Operations
- Internships: Houston Methodist and CareBOX Program
- Graduate School: Boston University, Master of Public Health with a concentration in Healthcare Management
- Undergraduate Degree: Texas A&M University, Bachelor of Science in Allied Health
- Interests: Healthcare policy, driven by a passion for improving healthcare delivery and enhancing patient outcomes
Past Administrative Fellows
Kendrel Cabarrus, MHA
2022–2024 Administrative Fellow, Service Line Management
- Graduate School: UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, Master of Healthcare Administration
- Undergraduate Degree: UNC Chapel Hill, Bachelor of Arts in English
- Interests: Strategic planning, population health and cancer care equity
- Post-Fellowship Role: Strategy Consultant at the University of Virginia (UVA) Health System in Charlottesville, VA
“The administrative fellowship program provided me with opportunities to translate academic theory into the real-world application of oncology administration through project work and collaboration with executives and physician leaders across the organization. Working on system-wide and large-scale projects allowed me to hone my skills in project management, systems thinking, and strategic planning. I am grateful to everyone who shared their expertise, advice, and skills with me, which I will carry forward into the future.”
— Kendrel
Sarah Kalkowski, MHA
2020–2022 Administrative Fellow, Service Line Management
- Graduate School: UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, Master of Healthcare Administration
- Undergraduate Degree: East Carolina University, Bachelor of Science in Public Health
- Interests: Oncology, strategy, service line management
- Post-Fellowship Role: Fred Hutch Service Line Manager, Breast and Sarcoma Oncology
“From the exposure to leadership decision-making, to seeing our strategy being executed, the fellowship helped me gain valuable skills that I continue to use day-to-day.”
— Sarah
Sarah Schaeffer, MHA
2018-2020 Administrative Fellow, Service Line Management
- Graduate School: University of Washington, Master of Health Administration
- Undergraduate Degree: Texas A&M University, Bachelor of Science – Psychology
- Interests: Program management and strategic planning
- Post-Fellowship Role: Fred Hutch Service Line Manager, Supportive Care and Cancer Prevention
“The administrative fellowship program at Fred Hutch was the best possible place to start my career. The service line management team is ideally positioned to allow you the opportunity to partner with everyone from front line caregivers and staff all the way to executive leadership. The team itself has a diverse skill set that everyone is eager to share with each other. I learned so much from my time here and will always be grateful for this program.”
— Sarah
Katheryn Christiansen, MHA
2017-2018 Administrative Fellow, Service Line Management
- Graduate School: University of Washington, Master of Health Administration
- Undergraduate Degree: Central Michigan University, Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
- Interests: Program creation, strategic initiatives, and creative innovations
- Post-Fellowship Role: Fred Hutch Clinical Research Operations Manager
“Having the opportunity to partner with talented service line managers, administrative and clinical leaders, who imparted their valuable knowledge and skills, has greatly benefited me in roles post fellowship. Having the opportunity to be an administrative fellow was an invaluable experience, which I highly recommend.”
— Katheryn