Student Nurse Internship (SNI) Program: Northwestern PA & Western NY Hospitals (UPMC SON August 2027 Graduates)

UPMC School Of Nursing Student Internship

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

• UPMC Chautauqua (Jamestown, NY)
• UPMC Hamot (Erie, PA)
• UPMC Horizon (Grennville and Farrell, PA)
• UPMC Jameson (New Castle, PA)
• UPMC Kane (Kane, PA)
• UPMC Northwest (Seneca, 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 *
• SNI Program Dates: May 17 July 23

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.