2027 Summer Student Nurse Internship Program – Bismarck

Essentia Health; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Bismarck, ND is offering a paid Nurse Internship designed to bridge nursing education and professional practice under RN preceptorship. The program provides hands-on clinical experience in hospital and ambulatory care settings with emphasis on patient safety and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Wage: $22 per hour, May 24th–August 13th, 2027. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited nursing program (BSN/ADN), have completed junior year or two clinical semesters, and be able

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN).
• Completion of junior year of a Bachelor’s Nursing Program or 2 clinical semesters of an Associates Nursing Program, graduating no later than May 2028 following the internship.
• Enrollment and active participation in an approved internship/co-operative course at an accredited nursing school in the state of employment for the summer semester.
• Must be able to commit to 36-40 hours/week.
• Students with full/part-time summer class loads will have adjusted hour requirements and must be able to commit to 32 hours every two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Bridge nursing education and professional practice under RN preceptorship.
• Gain hands-on clinical experience in hospital and ambulatory care settings.
• Follow Joint Commission and applicable regulatory or accrediting agency requirements.
• Opportunity for continued senior nurse intern status for following fall and/or spring semesters based on performance and availability.

Skills

Commitment to 36-40 hours/week

Internship coordination

Education

Enrollment in BSN/ADN nursing program

Junior year completed or 2 clinical semesters

Active internship/co-op course enrollment

Tools

BCLS certification

Job description

Job Description:

The Nurse Internship is a paid, skill-based clinical role designed to bridge nursing education and professional practice through RN preceptorship, interdisciplinary collaboration and progressive skill development. Nurse interns gain hands‑on clinical experience under the direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse (RN). This role offers individualized placement within hospital and ambulatory care settings, allowing students to explore clinical specialties while building confidence, competence and professional identity. Interns are expected to function within an established student scope of practice, follow facility policies, and comply with Joint Commission and all applicable federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies. Summer Nurse interns have the opportunity to continue as a Senior Nurse Intern for the following fall and/or spring semesters based on performance and availability.

Education Qualifications:

Spend Summer 2027 at Essentia Health - Bismarck as a Student Nurse Intern

Wage: $22/per Hour

Program Dates: May 24th-August 13th, 2027

Units Available:

Bismarck Specialty Clinic (M-F) Schedule

**Application Deadline October 11th, 2026**

Requirements:

• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN)
• Completion of junior year of a Bachelor’s Nursing Program or 2 clinical semesters of an Associates Nursing Program, graduating no later than May 2028 following the internship
• Enrollment and active participation in an approved internship co-operative course at an accredited nursing school in the state of employment for the summer semester
• Must be able to commit to 36-40 hours/week
• Students with full/part-time summer class loads will have adjusted hour requirements and must be able to commit to 32 hours every two weeks

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire
• BCLS certifications through Red Cross must be renewed through the American Heart Association if continuing as a senior nurse intern
• This certification must not expire during the internship.

**Please also note, this is a temporary status position and is not eligible for benefits**