The Dartmouth Hitchcock High School Foundations Summer Internship Program combines paid work, professional development, mentoring, and experiential learning into a robust summer experience. It is our goal to spark a lasting interest in the many career pathways available in the healthcare industry while also offering you the opportunity to practice important workplace skills.
During your internship experience, you 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. In addition to your work experience, the internship program provides a professional development curriculum to help you develop the critical competencies of communication, teamwork, problem-solving, self-development, empathy, work ethic, and initiative. Growing and developing these important skills will help you stand out as a meaningful contributor wherever your future career takes you. As part of a cohort, you will participate in a series of workshops for personal and professional development, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
Our rotational internship model provides you the opportunity to work in 2-3 different departments throughout your summer experience. This helps you 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.
Location(s)
- Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire
Schedule
- June 22 - August 7, 2026
Cost/Compensation
- Interns are paid a stipend
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be entering your junior or senior year of high school and local or regional to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center & Clinics.
- Must be at least 16 years old by start of internship
- Commit to a full-time schedule (30-40 hours/wk) for the full 7-week program
- Successfully complete our pre-employment screening process (background/drug screen/vaccination review/etc)
- Please note you will be responsible for housing and transportation during the program
Deadline
- March 11, 2026
Application or Entry Requirements
- Completed online application
- Resume
- One letter of recommendation
- Select applicants will be contacted for an interview
Notifications of Decisions
- By May 1, 2026
Financial Aid Details
Other Dates to Keep in Mind
- Interviews will occur from April 8 - 16, 2026
- Applications open December 15
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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.
