2027 Summer Nurse Intern

CentraCare Health; Minnesota; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

CentraCare Health offers a paid, 10-week Summer Nurse Internship designed to prepare future nurses for success in a real-world clinical setting. As a Nurse Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced RN preceptors who provide personalized mentorship, guidance, and support throughout your experience, with more than 360 hours of hands-on clinical experience.

The program runs June 7–August 13, 2027 across Minnesota locations, with full-time schedules and a $23.00 per hour rate.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an ADN or BSN program with expected graduation in 2027/2028.
• BSN candidates preferred.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Enrolled in an internship course in Minnesota for the 10-week program.

Responsibilities

• Learn under RN preceptors with mentorship and guidance.
• Gain hands-on clinical experience with a 360+ hour clinical exposure.
• Participate in a structured internship leading to potential job offers after graduation.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

ADN/BSN program enrollment

Job description

Gain Confidence. Build Skills. Launch Your Nursing Career.

CentraCare offers a paid, 10-week Summer Nurse Internship designed to prepare future nurses for success in a real-world clinical setting. As a Nurse Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced Registered Nurse preceptors who provide personalized mentorship, guidance, and support throughout your experience. With more than 360 hours of hands-on clinical experience, you’ll strengthen your clinical judgment, build confidence, and bridge the gap between classroom learning and clinical practice. Many of our interns receive job offers before graduation, creating a pathway to a smooth transition into professional nursing practice.

Internship Locations

• Available locations: St. Cloud Hospital, Rice Memorial Hospital (Willmar), Benson, Paynesville, Melrose, Sauk Centre, Long Prairie, and Redwood Hospital (Redwood Falls).
• Application Process: By applying, you’ll be considered for all available internship opportunities across CentraCare. You may indicate your 4 top units on the application. Applications will be reviewed, and candidates selected for a phone interview will have the opportunity to discuss their unit preferences in greater detail.

Internship Dates & Details

• Application Deadline: December 21, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
• Internship Offers Begin: February 1, 2027
• Program Dates: June 7 - August 13, 2027 (10 weeks)
• Schedule: Full-time, 72-80 hours every two weeks. Interns will follow their RN preceptor's schedule and must be available to work all shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Shifts may be 8-hours, 12-hours, or a combination depending on the unit. Schedules will be available in late May.
• Hourly Rate: $23.00 per hour
• Benefits: This is a temporary internship position and is not eligible for employee benefits.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited associate degree in nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, with an expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028. BSN candidates are preferred.
• BSN candidates must have completed their junior year prior to the start of the internship.
• ADN candidates must have completed at least one semester of acute care clinical rotations and adult health assessment.
• Must hold a current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification that remains valid throughout the internship.
• Must be enrolled in an internship course through a college of their choice in the state of Minnesota for the duration of the 10-week program.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
• Previous patient care experience is preferred.

For internship related questions, please contact Lora Gullette, Intern Supervisor, at [e-mail]

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce and all individuals, including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.