Nurse Internships
Nurse internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on clinical and patient-care experience, mentorship from working nurses, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings across {{top_industries_phrase}} are active now, with Baptist Memorial Health Care, Ascension, and Baptist Health Care among the employers posting roles now.
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Baptist Health is the region's largest not-for-profit healthcare organization, with 12 hospitals, over 29,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. With internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences, Baptist Health is supported by philanthropy and driven by its faith-based mission of medical excellence. For 26 years, we've been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, and in the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health was the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, earning 63 high-performing honors.
What truly sets us apart is our people. At Baptist Health, we create personal connections with our colleagues that go beyond the workplace, and we form meaningful relationships with patients and their families that extend beyond delivering care. Many of us have walked in our patients' shoes ourselves and that shared experience fuels our commitment to compassion and quality. Our culture is rooted in purpose, and every team member plays a part in making a positive impact – because when it comes to caring for people, we're all in.
At Baptist Health, we're committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their journey, both personally and professionally. Our approach is rooted in a "grow our own" philosophy, designed to help our team members build meaningful, long-term careers with us, supported by benefits that make a real difference, including:
Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support- Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
- A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
- Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement
- And so much more
Together, these benefits and others reflect our commitment to caring for our people, so they can build fulfilling careers with us while making a meaningful impact every day.
Description:
The Nurse Intern performs the following basic nursing procedures under the direct supervision of the registered nurse. Must maintain the flexibility necessary for rapidly changing assignments. Performs the functions of a Nurse Intern in carrying out all assignments given by the registered nurse with a minimum of continuous supervision. Is accountable to the nurses for all patient care he/she gives during a shift. Is responsible for adhering to all standards of nursing care and for promoting teamwork among co-workers. Estimated pay range for this position is $23.50 / hour depending on shift as applicable.
Qualifications:
Degrees:
- High School,Cert,GED,Trn,Exper.
- Basic Life Support.
- Actively enrolled in a nursing program (ADN or BSN), successful completion of medical surgical nursing course and clinical; Upon graduation of nursing program, must successfully pass the NCLEX within 90 days.
- Maximum length of time in role is 15 months.
Currently enrolled in a nursing program, in good standing, completed at least one clinical medical surgical rotation, and within 15 months of completing a nursing degree program (BSN or ADN).
Required Qualifications: HS High School,Cert,GED,Trn,Exper. BLS Basic Life Support
EOE, including disability/vets
Baptist Health is the region's largest not-for-profit healthcare organization, with 12 hospitals, over 29,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. With internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences, Baptist Health is supported by philanthropy and driven by its faith-based mission of medical excellence. For 26 years, we've been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, and in the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health was the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, earning 63 high-performing honors.
What truly sets us apart is our people. At Baptist Health, we create personal connections with our colleagues that go beyond the workplace, and we form meaningful relationships with patients and their families that extend beyond delivering care. Many of us have walked in our patients' shoes ourselves and that shared experience fuels our commitment to compassion and quality. Our culture is rooted in purpose, and every team member plays a part in making a positive impact – because when it comes to caring for people, we're all in.
At Baptist Health, we're committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their journey, both personally and professionally. Our approach is rooted in a "grow our own" philosophy, designed to help our team members build meaningful, long-term careers with us, supported by benefits that make a real difference, including:
Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support- Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
- A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
- Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement
- And so much more
Together, these benefits and others reflect our commitment to caring for our people, so they can build fulfilling careers with us while making a meaningful impact every day.
Description:
The Nurse Intern performs the following basic nursing procedures under the direct supervision of the registered nurse. Must maintain the flexibility necessary for rapidly changing assignments. Performs the functions of a Nurse Intern in carrying out all assignments given by the registered nurse with a minimum of continuous supervision. Is accountable to the nurses for all patient care he/she gives during a shift. Is responsible for adhering to all standards of nursing care and for promoting teamwork among co-workers. Estimated pay range for this position is $23.50 / hour depending on shift as applicable.
Qualifications:
Degrees:
- High School,Cert,GED,Trn,Exper.
- Basic Life Support.
- Actively enrolled in a nursing program (ADN or BSN), successful completion of medical surgical nursing course and clinical; Upon graduation of nursing program, must successfully pass the NCLEX within 90 days.
- Maximum length of time in role is 15 months.
Currently enrolled in a nursing program, in good standing, completed at least one clinical medical surgical rotation, and within 15 months of completing a nursing degree program (BSN or ADN).
Required Qualifications: HS High School,Cert,GED,Trn,Exper. BLS Basic Life Support
EOE, including disability/vets
Nurse Internship Market
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Tips for Your Nurse Internship Search
Apply earlier than the posting cycle suggests
Large hospital systems and healthcare networks open summer nurse internship applications the preceding fall, months before the roles appear widely. Set a calendar reminder for September and check employer careers pages directly then, so you are not competing with candidates who applied three months before you discovered the opening.
Build clinical proof before your first application
Hiring teams for nurse interns weigh documented skills over work history. Compile two or three completed care plans, simulation lab records, or case studies that show the patient population, the clinical skills practiced, and what you observed or recorded. A linked portfolio or organized PDF gives recruiters something concrete to review when your work history is limited.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured nursing internship programs tied specifically to your university, and your nursing faculty and career center staff often know which health systems recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to employers running smaller cohorts at the same time, since those programs rarely attend fairs and fill from direct pipelines.
Practice your clinical interview format out loud
Nurse intern screens typically include behavioral questions using the STAR format, scenario-based patient-safety questions, and sometimes a written or verbal clinical reasoning exercise. Practice answering out loud, not just in your head, since interviewers weigh how you think through a scenario and communicate your reasoning as much as whether you land on the right answer.
Nurse Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a nurse internship?
Lead with your coursework and clinical simulation projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented care-plan portfolio or lab skills log gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where nursing recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a nurse internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for nurse interns is consistent performance on patient-care tasks, positive feedback from supervising nurses and charge nurses, and available headcount when your cohort ends. Position yourself by treating every shift as an audition without counting on the offer materializing.
When should I apply for nurse internships?
Earlier than most nursing students expect. Large hospital systems and healthcare networks recruit summer intern cohorts the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller clinics, outpatient practices, and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round and it pays to check regularly rather than waiting for a single season.
Are nurse internships paid?
Most professional nurse internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by employer size, care setting, and location, so it differs meaningfully between a large academic medical center and a small community clinic. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing shows it, so you can compare options before you apply.
What should a nurse internship resume include?
Lead with two or three clinical or academic projects: document the patient population or simulation scenario, the skills practiced, and any outcomes recorded. For nurse candidates, role-specific proof includes completed care plans, case studies, or documented lab competencies. Add relevant coursework, any certifications like BLS or CNA, and keep the whole resume to one page.
What is a nurse residency program?
A nurse residency is a structured, cohort-based transition program designed for new graduates moving from school into their first clinical role. Most run six months to one year and pair residents with preceptors across specialty rotations. These programs recruit early and fill fast at large health systems, so identify target programs in the fall and apply in the first posted wave.
Can international students get nurse internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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