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Administrative Fellowship Application and Selection Process

Please note that the Administrative Fellowship application process typically begins in early August of each year. Please check back at that time for specific instructions.

Compile your application packet

Please note that the Administrative Fellowship application process typically begins in early August of each year. Please check back at that time for specific instructions.

  1. Complete an online application through the Avera McKennan website (available around August of each year).
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Current Resume
  4. Brief Personal Statement (one page maximum)
    • Brief summary of the applicant's background and history
    • Applicant's career goals and interests
    • How the Avera McKennan fellowship will help achieve such goals
  5. Three Letters of Recommendation
    • One Graduate Professor
    • One Residency/Internship Preceptor
    • One of Your Choice
  6. Unofficial Transcripts for Undergraduate AND Graduate Academic Records

Send completed application packet to:

Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center
Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center
Human Resources/Administrative Fellowship
1325 S Cliff Ave/PO Box 5045
Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5045

Selection process timeline

  • Applications must be received by October 1, 2013
  • Fellowship to begin June/July time-frame (flexible)

NOTE: All application components should be included in ONE application packet, including letters of recommendation and transcripts.

Administrative Fellowship Contact

Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center
Human Resources/Administrative Fellowship
1325 S Cliff Ave/PO Box 5045
Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5045
P:605-322-7850
F: 605-322-7868
e-Mail: hr@avera.org

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