
Join Vrushangi Shah as she connects with Jessi Tran, an Operations Manager at WellStar and a former fellow. In this engaging episode, Jessi shares her career journey, from her undergraduate studies in Clinical Leadership at the University of Kentucky to earning her MHA at UNC Chapel Hill and securing a fellowship at the WellStar Health System. Jessi delves into the intricacies of her graduate school experience, the process and challenges of finding an administrative internship, and what it was like to transition into a fellowship role at WellStar. She emphasizes the value of being authentic during interviews, reflects on her biggest challenges and achievements during her internship, and discusses the importance of a supportive mentor. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in healthcare fellowships, career transitions, and early career development.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:53 Jesse Tran's Educational Journey01:57 Graduate School Experience at UNC Chapel Hill04:45 Landing the Administrative Internship07:06 Challenges and Lessons from the Internship12:13 Transition to Fellowship at WellSTAR16:24 WellSTAR Fellowship Details19:04 Post-Fellowship Role and Responsibilities21:16 Staying Connected and Involved Post-Graduation24:09 Living in Georgia and Final Reflections