High School Foundations Summer Internship Program

Job Description

Job Title: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center High School Foundations Summer Internship Program

Overview:
Are you a high school student interested in exploring career pathways in healthcare? The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center High School Foundations Summer Internship Program offers a robust 7-week experience combining paid work, professional development, mentoring, and experiential learning. This program aims to spark a lasting interest in the diverse roles within the healthcare industry and provide opportunities to practice essential workplace skills.

Program Highlights:

• Paid Internship: This is a paid program requiring a 7-week full-time commitment.
• Rotational Experience: Work in 2-3 different host departments across the institution, gaining a broad perspective of how a healthcare organization operates and the many roles involved in patient care.
• Professional Development: Participate in a curriculum designed to develop critical competencies, including:
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-Solving
  • Self-Development
  • Empathy
  • Work Ethic
  • Initiative
• Cohort Model: Join a group of fellow interns, participating in workshops for personal and professional growth, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
• Experiential Learning: Perform a variety of tasks, ask questions, and contribute to teams in a professional working environment.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
Successful candidates for this internship are:

• Curious and eager to learn as much as possible.
• Flexible and able to navigate change.
• Ready to work hard and committed to the experience.
• Team-Oriented, looking forward to being part of a cohort and building career-ready skills.
• Enthusiastic to roll up their sleeves, ask questions, and contribute.
• Motivated by helping others, whether interested in direct patient care or the administrative/operational aspects of a hospital.
• Difference-makers who want to contribute positively.

Program Details:

• Commitment: 7-week full-time program.
• Work Hours: .01 hrs/per week (per diem/temp) – Note: This appears inconsistent with “full-time commitment.” Please clarify with the employer.
• Shift: Day
• Pay Range: $7.25/Hr. – $50.00/Hr.
• Locations:
  • Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire (Primary Location)
  • Additional opportunities may be available at other Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center locations, but will require weekly travel to the Lebanon, NH location.

Qualifications:

• Completed your sophomore year of high school.
• At least 16 years old by the first day of the internship (June 22, 2026).
• Availability to commit to the full 7-week program.
• You must arrange your own housing and transportation.
• Eligible for employment in the United States.
• Successfully complete the DH pre-employment screening process, including a criminal background check and drug screen.

Application Requirements:
Applications are due on March 11, 2026. Your application will not be considered complete and will not be reviewed until all the following materials are received:

• Your Resume
• One letter of reference from someone with whom you have worked professionally or who can speak to your character (e.g., teacher, coach, mentor, manager, etc.).

How to Apply:
For more information and to apply, please visit: High School Summer Internship Program – D-H Workforce Readiness Institute

Additional Information:
Dartmouth Health offers a comprehensive total compensation package. Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.