Important:
This application is intended for any UPMC School of Nursing student with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027. If you have an anticipated graduation date of Fall 2027, Spring, 2028, or Summer 2028, please feel free to check out our 2027 SNI applications here!
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 your education into practice by working side-by-side with a preceptor. This is a temporary 10-week paid opportunity during the Summer of 2027.
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 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 Carlisle (Carlisle, PA)
UPMC Community Osteopathic (Harrisburg, PA)
UPMC Hanover (Hanover, PA)
UPMC Harrisburg (Harrisburg, PA)
UPMC Lititz (Lititz, PA)
UPMC Memorial (York, PA)
UPMC West Shore (Mechanicsburg, 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 UPMC's School of Nursing program with an expected graduation date of August 2027.
Attendance required at SNI Program Orientation (May 17-21 *schedule will vary by hospital) and End of Summer Event (Friday, July 23)
Availability to work throughout the summer with minimal absence required (school schedule flexibility can be accommodated)
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred
Preference will be given to applicants wanting to pursue a nursing career at UPMC
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 17– July 23
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.