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The third and final intern we're highlighting is Lucy Kilbane! Lucy joins our Workforce team, assisting with our upcoming TAP Health Summer Academy (THSA).

Q: We're excited to have you this summer. Tell us more about you!
My name is Lucy Kilbane, and I will be a senior this fall at Ohio University, where I am studying Health Services Administration with minors in Marketing and Business Administration. I am originally from Cincinnati and have a strong passion for healthcare and community engagement.

Q: Is there anything you're looking forward to most with this internship?
As someone originally from Cincinnati, I am especially excited to continue exploring the city from a healthcare and community-focused perspective. I am also really looking forward to meeting and working closely with the THSA students, building relationships within the community, and gaining hands-on experience that will help me grow both personally and professionally.

Through my experiences in leadership and healthcare-related environments, I have learned how to adapt quickly, collaborate with different groups of people, and create welcoming and supportive spaces. Everyone from The Health Collaborative has been incredibly welcoming and supportive, and I'm excited to bring all my energy, creativity and enthusiasm to the team this summer.

Q: Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?
In five years, I hope to be working in the healthcare field in a role that allows me to
combine my interests in healthcare administration, community outreach, and leadership. I am especially interested in areas that focus on improving patient and community experiences, and I hope to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Any favorite activities outside of work?
I enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling, trying new restaurants and coffee shops, staying active, and being involved on campus and in my community. I also enjoy creative outlets like social media, marketing, and planning events, as well as relaxing with music, movies, or spending time outdoors. I also love to travel to places that feel rich in tradition and community; Italy is at the top of my travel list!

The next intern we're highlighting is on our Workforce Innovation team. Jessica Sexton is one of two interns who will be working with our TAP Health Summer Academy (THSA) - our robust healthcare career exploration program for high school students that launches its 2026 class, next week!

Q: Tell us more about yourself and what you're looking forward to this summer with The Health Collaborative.
I am currently getting my Master of Public Health with a concentration in Health Services Management at the University of Cincinnati. I have a passion for all things public health and healthcare, so I am hoping to share my knowledge for those curious about the public health field. I am really looking forward to visiting all the (THSA) sites and getting to know the awesome students in the program!

Q: What do you hope to get from your internship with us?
I did not know how large of an impact the organization had on the community. After attending my first all-staff meeting, it really opened my eyes to the amazing work The Health Collaborative is doing in the region. Five years from now I am hoping to be settled into a career and doing something I am passionate about, particularly with rural health work. As such, I hope to gain experience and connections, especially when I start to look for jobs towards the end of the year.

Q: Outside of interning with us, what are your favorite activities and do you have any places you want to travel?
I love to read, go on walks, hang out with my cats and my friends, play video games, and just be outside whenever possible! I would love to travel to Japan. The shopping, food, and culture seem so amazing and I hope to one day experience it for myself.

Join our Team! The Health Collaborative's Workforce Innovation team has two new openings. We also have a position open on our Emergency Preparedness & Response team.

To learn more, visit: healthcollab.org/careers