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Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center High School Foundations Summer Internship Program
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Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center High School Foundations Summer Internship Program | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
The Tone:
This is an internship at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, located primarily in Lebanon, NH. The institution operates as a comprehensive healthcare provider, dedicated to patient care and community health. This program offers high school students a unique opportunity to explore the diverse career pathways available within the healthcare industry. It aims to spark a lasting interest in healthcare while providing practical experience and fostering critical workplace skills.
The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary, Full-time (7-week program)
• Location: Lebanon, NH (In-person)
• Pay: $7.25–$50 hourly
• Mission: To spark a lasting interest in healthcare career pathways and provide opportunities to practice important workplace skills.
What You’ll Actually Do
• Work Experience: Perform a variety of tasks within host departments to gain an increased understanding of how a healthcare organization operates.
• Skill Development: Participate in a professional development curriculum to build critical competencies in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, self-development, empathy, work ethic, and initiative.
• Rotational Learning: Engage in a rotational internship model, working in 2-3 different departments to gain a broader perspective of various roles and environments.
• Cohort Engagement: Participate in workshops for personal and professional development, mentoring, and networking opportunities as part of a summer cohort.
• Workplace Contribution: Actively ask questions, seek opportunities to contribute to a team, and experience a professional working environment firsthand.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Completed sophomore year of high school and at least 16 years old by June 22, 2026.
• Experience: Availability to commit to the full 7-week program and eligibility for employment in the United States. Must arrange own housing and transportation.
• Skills: Demonstrated curiosity and eagerness to learn, flexibility to navigate change, strong work ethic, collaborative spirit for cohort work, proactive initiative in contributing to teams, and motivation by helping others within a healthcare mission.
