Programs Designed for Diversity

You deserve myriad opportunities to be your best, to learn, to grow. One of many reasons the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) team exists is to help every employee bring their experiences, perspectives and skills to the table. You’ll have access to programs and tools that help you build a path toward fulfilling your vision of success.

Opportunities for Candidates

• Administrative Fellowship Program. This one-year program focuses on diverse and culturally competent candidates. It helps fellows understand the administration and operation of our leading pediatric not-for-profit medical center. At the same time, it builds the practical experience that’s relevant to a fellow's field of study and work.
• Biomedical Research In Medicine and Science (BRIMS). The Biomedical Research In Medicine and Science (BRIMS) program offers an outstanding science training opportunity for Cincinnati area college freshmen and sophomores. The program is designed to involve students from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in medicine and science in cutting‐edge scientific research conducted in an academic medical center to stimulate their interest in pursuing biomedical research careers.
• International Talent Program. Our Immigration Services office works with you and your department to ensure the success of hiring, onboarding, and career development of all international employees and assist with obtaining and maintaining proper U.S. work authorization.
• Project SEARCH brings employability skills training and workplace internships to individuals with significant disabilities. It’s especially designed for youth transitioning from high school to adult life. This international program originated at Cincinnati Children's and now has program sites all over the United States and the world. Several local programs serve youth in Greater Cincinnati, including one at Cincinnati Children’s.
• Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF). SURF targets undergraduate students and gives them a chance to explore opportunities in laboratories at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Cincinnati Children’s. Students have access to faculty who cover all areas of pediatric medicine including biology, genetic diseases, cancer, cardiology, neurology, immunology and much more.
• The Jean Turner Minority Scholarship for Medical Imaging Technology. Promotes the entrance of minorities into the field of Radiology - Radiography, CT, US, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Interventional Radiology.
• William K. Schubert Minority Nursing Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded yearly to increase participation of underrepresented groups, including men, in nursing.

Opportunities for Employees

• Cultural Competency Champions (C3) Program. The program builds the skillset of employees to deliver culturally competent care and foster a culturally responsive environment for staff.
• Employee Resource Groups. These affinity employee groups focus on valuable employee experience, personal and professional growth, and community engagement.
  • African American Professionals Advisory Council
  • Asian Cultural and Professional Group
  • Cincinnati Children's Administrative Professionals
  • LGBTQIA Resource Group
  • Hispanic / Latino Resource Group
  • Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network
  • Young Professionals
  • Disabled and Abled Resource Group
  • Women in Search of Excellence
• Mentoring Program. An organization-wide opportunity that allows employees of all levels to focus on their professional development and cultural competencies and connect across differences.
• Qualified Bilingual Staff Program. It encourages employees with existing bilingual skills to provide language assistance to patients and families.
• Women's Faculty Association. The WFA promotes career development, advancement, mentoring, networking, and recognition of women in the Department of Pediatrics.