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Mission: To help students discover the unlimited possibilities in healthcare at Lurie Children’s.

03/09/2026

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women who lead with vision, compassion, and a deep commitment to their communities. We honor the trailblazers who paved the way and recognize the emerging leaders who will continue shaping the future.

Today, we are proud to recognize Maria Rivera, Director of Mentorship & Workforce Development at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.

In 2001, Maria founded the Discovering Healthcare Careers (DHC) Program, creating a pathway for young people across Chicago to explore careers in healthcare. What began as a vision to open doors for students has grown into a program that has inspired and mentored generations of future healthcare professionals.

More than two decades later, her leadership continues to create opportunities, uplift communities, and shape the next generation of leaders in healthcare. For many of us who have been shaped by this work, Maria’s vision has not only created opportunities, it has created a lasting legacy of mentorship and community impact.

Thank you, Maria, for your leadership and dedication. And thank you to the women everywhere whose resilience, compassion, and commitment continue to move our communities forward every day.

02/27/2026

🌟 CAREER FRIDAYS! 🌟
Thinking about your next step in healthcare? Remember, not all heroes wear scrubs!

Hospitals rely on strong non-clinical professionals to keep everything running smoothly. From operations to administration, these roles are essential to delivering high-quality patient care.

Here are this week’s highlighted non-clinical roles at Lurie Children’s:
🔬 Research Technologist II
💳 Financial Clearance I
🚓 Security Officer
🔧 Equipment Services Associate

Behind every great care team is a great support team. 👏

📢 MWD Alumni: If you apply, email us! 📩 WorkforceDevelopment@luriechildrens.org

Be sure to select our source code:
Community Organization → Mentorship & Workforce Development

Your future in healthcare doesn’t have to be bedside; it can be anywhere impact happens. We’re cheering you on! 🙌

02/20/2026

📣 Career Friday Alert!

Ready to take the next step in your healthcare journey? From hands-on clinical roles to impactful administrative positions, new opportunities are opening across Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago!

Whether you're building experience or advancing your career, there’s space for you to grow, lead, and make a difference for children and families every day. 💙

✨ MWD Alumni: Interested in joining the team? Email us at WorkforceDevelopment@luriechildrens.org
and be sure to select our source code when applying:
Community Organization → Mentorship & Workforce Development

Your future in healthcare starts here 🚀

02/13/2026

🌟 Career Friday Spotlight 🌟
It’s Career Friday, a time to explore, connect, and get inspired! 💼✨

Today, we’re highlighting pathways, passions, and possibilities. Whether you're discovering your dream role, building your resume, or preparing for what’s next, every step you take brings you closer to your goals.

📢 MWD Alumni: Applying for a role? Let us know at WorkforceDevelopment@luriechildrens.org Be sure to use our source code in your application:
Community Organization → Mentorship & Workforce Development

🩺 Now Highlighting: The Lurie Children’s RN Residency Program for new grads!
✔ Open to new graduate nurses
✔ Requires an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN)
📅 Applications open 9 a.m. Feb 16 – 9 a.m. Feb 23
🎓 Must graduate by July 19, 2026 to qualify

Find more details on the Lurie Children’s RN Residency website.

Your future starts now, and we’re cheering you on! 🙌

02/12/2026

This Black History Month, the Mentorship & Workforce Development (MWD) Team honors the leaders, innovators, and changemakers whose impact continues to shape our communities and our future. Read more about We celebrate the resilience, brilliance, and contributions of Black history, not just this month, but every day.

Swipe through to read about the history and impact of some of these powerful figures who helped shape our world.

02/02/2026

🌟 Exciting news! The Mentorship and Workforce Development Team is heading to Washington, D.C., for the 2026 National Mentoring Summit, and we’re bringing THREE incredible alumni with us!

We’ll join mentoring and youth advocacy leaders from across the country to learn, share, and celebrate the power of mentorship. We’re so proud to have our alumni representing the impact of guidance and the importance of empowering the next generation. Stay tuned for updates from D.C.! ✈️✨

01/31/2026

Did you hear the news? 👀 The MWD team is excited to share this update from Lurie Children’s below.
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We are thrilled to announce our beginning plans to develop a low-acuity pediatric hospital in the Downers Grove area — an important step in expanding access to world-class pediatric care for families in Chicago’s western suburbs!

For the Socha family, who live in the western suburbs of Chicago, having access to expert pediatric care closer to home means everything. Treated for a rare genetic disease since birth, Gabe and Gwen have traveled more than 100 miles every other week to Lurie Children’s for life-saving infusions. It means early mornings, long hours in traffic and disruption to their day-to-day routines. Their mom, Bonnie, says, “It’s exhausting. But as a parent, you do anything for your kids. And we do it because we know that when we walk into Lurie Children’s, our kids are in the hands of people who truly care about them.”

Without access to this level of specialized care, Gwen and Gabe “simply wouldn’t be here living the full, amazing lives they deserve. Having a Lurie Children’s closer to home means fewer long days on the road, less strain on our kids’ bodies, and more time being a family instead of traveling for care,” says Bonnie.

Stay tuned for further updates on the timing and exact location of the new facility.

🔗 Learn more at luriechildrens.org

01/31/2026

🚨 Application Deadline EXTENDED 🚨

We heard you. We read your emails. We listened. 💙 The Discovering Healthcare Careers (DHC) application deadline has been EXTENDED!

Chicago High School Juniors & Seniors, your time is now!

Program Overview:
🩺 6-week summer internship at Lurie Children’s
👩‍⚕️ Shadow medical professionals
💬 Workforce + mental health workshops + CPR certification
🎓 Networking opportunities
🚇 Food, transportation, and program materials included

Eligibility:
✔ Must be 17 by June 22, 2026
✔ Enrolled in CPS, CPS Charter, or Noble Charter HS
✔ 2.75+ unweighted GPA
✔ U.S. citizen or DACA recipient (SSN required)
✔ Able to commit to all 6 weeks
✔ Interest in healthcare

⏰ NEW (and FINAL) Deadline: February 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Apply now—link in our bio!

You asked. We listened.
Now don’t miss your chance. 🩺✨

01/30/2026

📣 Career Opportunities Alert!

From clinical to administrative careers that keep healthcare moving, exciting opportunities are opening up across Lurie Children’s. Whether you’re just starting out or ready for your next step, there’s a place for you to grow, learn, and make a difference.

Your journey starts here 🚀💙

✨ MWD Alumni: Interested in a role at Lurie Children’s? Reach out to us at WorkforceDevelopment@luriechildrens.org and don’t forget to select our source code when applying: Community Organization → Mentorship & Workforce Development

01/23/2026

🎉 Career Friday Spotlight – Building Momentum in 2026! 🎉

Happy Career Friday! This week, we’re all about taking action; Exploring career paths, sharpening professional skills, and staying open to new opportunities. Whether you’re applying for roles, growing your network, or learning what’s next for you, every move counts.

✨ MWD Alumni: Interested in a role at Lurie Children’s? Reach out to us at WorkforceDevelopment@luriechildrens.org
and don’t forget to select our source code when applying:
Community Organization → Mentorship & Workforce Development

Keep showing up for your future — we’re proud of the progress you’re making! 🚀

01/23/2026

🚨 Applications are NOW OPEN! 🚨

The Opportunities in Successful Careers (OSC) program is a paid summer internship for CPS & Noble/CPS Charter juniors and seniors looking to gain real hospital experience at Lurie Children’s Hospital 💙

🩺 Program Highlights
✔️ 6-week paid summer internship (Summer 2026)
✔️ 20 hours/week (120 total hours)
✔️ Hands-on experience in hospital departments
✔️ Workforce development & mental health workshops
✔️ Uniforms & materials provided

✅ Who can apply?
• Juniors & Seniors
• Age 17+ by program start
• CPS or Noble/CPS Charter student
• Minimum 2.75 GPA
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

📅 Deadline: February 16, 2026
📍 Program Dates: June 22 – July 31, 2026

✨ Start building your future in healthcare today!

Apply now: https://linktr.ee/LurieWorkforce

01/20/2026

At Mentorship & Workforce Development, we honor Dr. King’s legacy by creating pathways to opportunity, leadership, and equity for young people through programs serving middle school, high school, college students, and alumni.

From career exposure to internships and leadership development, his dream lives on through action.

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