About the Administrative Fellowship Program
The Kaiser Permanente Administrative Fellowship Program develops emerging health care leaders through immersive operational and strategic experiences across one of the nation’s largest integrated health care systems. Fellows gain firsthand exposure to Kaiser Permanente’s unique care model by rotating through its interconnected organizations, including the Permanente Medical Groups, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, and Kaiser Foundation Health Plan.
Through meaningful project work and executive mentorship, fellows develop a comprehensive understanding of how clinical care delivery, health plan operations, and hospital management work together to improve the health of members and the communities we serve.
1988
Year of establishment
90%
Post-Fellowship retention
12-24
Months of leadership development
3
Kaiser Permanente entities
100+
Executive leaders & alumni network
Program highlights
Integrated care experience
Gain exposure to Kaiser Permanente’s integrated care model across medical group, hospital, and health plan operations.
Rotational learning
Explore diverse areas of healthcare administration through operational and strategic rotations.
Executive mentorship
Receive formal mentorship from senior leaders and build relationships with executives, managers, and fellowship alumni.
Meaningful impact
Lead projects and operational initiatives that directly support patient care and organizational performance.
Professional development
Engage with peers and national leaders through Fellowship Exchanges, participate in external conferences, and leverage internal professional development programs and training opportunities
Eligibility
Please note: All eligibility requirements are strictly enforced.
Exceptions will not be considered, and applicants who do not meet all stated qualifications will be automatically disqualified and not considered for the program.
Accepted degrees
While many applicants hold an MHA, MPH, MBA, or MSN, the Administrative Fellowship Program welcomes candidates from all graduate-level academic backgrounds.
Prior work experience
Prior work experience is not a requirement. Some health care experience is preferred. Past fellows’ work experience ranges from summer residencies to several years in the workforce.
Degree conferral
All graduate degrees conferred between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027, are eligible to apply for Northern California’s 2027-2028 cohort and Southern California’s 2027-2029 cohort of the Kaiser Permanente’s Administrative Fellowship Program. Check with your graduate school’s registrar if you are unsure about your degree conferral date.
Visa sponsorship
Please note that Kaiser Permanente is unable to sponsor work visas for the Administrative Fellowship Program. Applicants to the program must be either a citizen of the United States or be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the fellowship.
Program regions
| Feature | Northern California | Southern California |
|---|---|---|
| Program length | 12 –18 months | 24 months |
| Rotation structure | Two or three 6-month rotations | Three 8-month rotations |
| Work modality | Fellows are expected to work primarily on-site to maximize learning, relationship-building, and operational exposure. Remote or hybrid work opportunities may be available but are not guaranteed. | Fellows are expected to work primarily on-site to maximize learning, relationship-building, and operational exposure. Remote or hybrid work opportunities may be available but are not guaranteed. |
| Rotation placement | Fellows are matched to their first and second rotations, while the third rotation offers the opportunity to explore areas aligned with individual interests and career objectives. | Fellows are matched to their first rotation, while the second and third rotation offers the opportunity to explore areas aligned with individual interests and career objectives. |
| Benefits package | As a fellow, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including: • Vacation and sick leave accrual. • Full medical and dental benefits (dependents also eligible). • 401k and other retirement accounts. • Opportunities to attend internal and external educational conferences with $3,000 tuition reimbursement. | As a fellow, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including: • Vacation and sick leave accrual. • Full medical and dental benefits (dependents also eligible). • 401k and other retirement accounts. • Opportunities to attend internal and external educational conferences with $3,000 tuition reimbursement. |
| Compensation | Base pay: $97,000 Relocation bonus (amount may vary) | Base pay: $96,000 Relocation bonus (amount may vary) |
| Annual cohort size | 3–5 Fellows | 4–6 Fellows |
| Start date | Summer (June–July) | Summer (June–July) |
| Learn more about our Northern California program | Learn more about our Southern California program |