The Dartmouth Hitchcock High School Foundations Summer Internship Program combines paid work, professional development, mentoring, and experiential learning into a robust summer experience for students interested in health care careers. The program aims to spark a lasting interest in the many career pathways available in the healthcare industry while also offering students the opportunity to practice important workplace skills.
During the internship experience, students will work in host departments across the institution, getting the chance to perform a variety of tasks and gain an increased understanding of how a healthcare organization runs. The internship program provides a professional development curriculum to help participants develop the critical competencies of communication, teamwork, problem-solving, self-development, empathy, work ethic, and initiative. Students will join a cohort and participate in a series of workshops for personal and professional development, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
The rotational internship model provides interns with the opportunity to work in 2-3 different departments throughout their summer experience. This helps participants gain a broader perspective of the many people, skills, and roles that come together in the care of patients in our community and the opportunity to explore different environments first-hand.
Departments interns have previously work in include:
- Perioperative services
- Medical laboratory
- Inpatient Administration
- Environmental Services
- Clinic Support
- Radiology
- Pharmacy
- Facilities and engineering
- Supply Chain
- Blood Donor Clinic
Location(s)
- Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire
Schedule
- Seven weeks from late June to early August
Cost/Compensation
- Interns are paid $14/hour
Eligibility Requirements
- Students must be at least age 16 by the beginning of the program, entering junior or senior year of high school, and local to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center & Clinics.
- Students must commit to a full-time schedule (30-40 hours/week) for the 7-week program.
Deadline
- March 15
Application or Entry Requirements
- Completed online application
- Resume
- Post-application questionnaire
- One letter of recommendation
- Select applicants will be contacted for an interview
Notifications of Decisions
- Interns will be selected by May 1
Financial Aid Details
Other Dates to Keep in Mind
- Applications are accepted between March 1 and March 10
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Dartmouth Health is a leading academic health system serving communities throughout New England. Anchored by Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) in Lebanon, New Hampshire, it encompasses a network of hospitals, clinics, and care facilities across Vermont and New Hampshire. Established in 1893, DHMC is recognized for its commitment to patient-centered care, research excellence, and medical education, affiliated with the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. Dartmouth Health offers a comprehensive range of medical services, from primary care to specialized treatments in fields such as oncology, neurology, and cardiology, striving to improve health outcomes and promote wellness across the region.
