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Are you ready to take the next step toward a career in health care? Northwestern Medicine offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate summer internship programs designed to give students hands-on experience in real-world healthcare environments.

Applications for summer 2026 internships open December 5, 2025, and close January 16, 2026.

In 2025, more than 350 interns joined teams across our health system, contributing to meaningful projects while receiving mentorship and professional development. These programs are an excellent way to explore healthcare careers, build your resume and connect with industry professionals.  

• Benefits of Joining the Northwestern Medicine Internship Program
• Gain real-world experience to strengthen your resume.
• Build your professional network by connecting with healthcare leaders.
• Explore different career paths in clinical and nonclinical settings.
• Develop workplace skills and professional knowledge.
• Find full-time job opportunities.

Summer 2026 Internship Opportunities

Programs available for undergraduate and graduate students include:  

• Allied Health – Radiology
• Clinical Laboratory
• Finance Business Process Automation
• General Administrative
• Graduate Administrative
• Graduate Legal – Supply Chain
• Information Services
• Patient Access
• Pre-Medical*
• Pre-Physician Assistant*
• Pre-Psychology
• Social Determinants of Health
• Student Nursing
• Supply Chain

 *Applications for Pre-Medical and Pre-Physician Assistant programs close December 26, 2025.

Ready to Apply?

Learn more about the program and requirements on our Workforce Development webpage. If you’re ready to apply, visit Internships Opportunities

If you have questions, please email at careers@nm.org