Student Nurse Internship (SNI)

Job Description

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About the Job

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Important Information for Applicants

• For your application to be considered, please attach ALL required documents at the time of submission: Resume AND Nursing Transcripts.
• Status updates will be sent to the email address used on the application.
• Ensure you monitor your Junk/Spam inbox for correspondence from UPMC.

About The Program

UPMC’s Student Nurse Internship (SNI) program allows you to put what you learned in nursing school into practice by working side-by-side with a preceptor. This is a temporary 10-week paid opportunity during the Summer of 2026.

During The Internship You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Work one-on-one with a trained preceptor to see a day in the life of a nurse at UPMC.
• Participate in supplementary educational sessions to continue your learning journey.
• Build your confidence as a future nurse.
• Work at one hospital for the summer (*Assignment shared at time of offer).
• Shadow at least one additional area of nursing at your hospital placement.
• Work up to 40 hours/week (*SNIs follow their preceptor’s schedule; we understand obligations may not permit you to work a full-time schedule, we can accommodate!).
• Apply to and accept system-wide Graduate Nurse opportunities at UPMC before you even leave the summer program.
• Network with UPMC Nursing Leadership and receive mentorship.
• Give back to the community.
• Make an impact on patient care and Life Changing Medicine.

Location Opportunities

SNIs applying to this job posting will be considered for the following UPMC facilities:

• UPMC Altoona (Altoona, PA)
• UPMC Bedford (Everett, PA)
• UPMC Somerset (Somerset, PA)

Required Documents To Upload At Time Of Application

• Resume
• Nursing Transcripts (Non-editable official/unofficial transcripts including University name & student name)

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Nursing Program (Diploma, Associates or BSN) with an expected graduation date of Fall 2026, Spring 2027 or Summer 2027 required.
• Attendance required at SNI Program Orientation (May 18-22) and End of Summer Event (Friday, July 24).
• Availability to work throughout the summer with minimal absence required (schedule flexibility can be accommodated).
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred.
• Preference will be given to students wanting to pursue a nursing career at UPMC upon graduation.

Licensure/Certifications

• Active American Heart Association (AHA) OR American Red Cross BLS certification throughout the entire summer is required.
• SNIs must bring current AHA CPR certification to orientation.
• All cards should specify that the course is for healthcare workers, professional rescuers, or is a BLS course. Community and First Aide cards cannot be accepted.
• Additional clearances may be required based on location and specialty. Specific instructions will be provided during the onboarding process.

SNI Program Recruitment And Programmatic Expectations

• Applications Open: August 15 – March 15 * (Subject to change based on applicant flow)
• SNI Program Dates: May 18 – July 24

Interested in Learning More?
Check out Nursing Careers at UPMC and our SNI Blog.

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities.

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