Nurse Intern | Summer 2027

Gundersen Health System; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Potential for continued employment

Tuition Investment Program

Job summary

Gundersen Health System in LaCrosse, WI offers a paid Nurse Internship Program from May 24 to August 1, 2027. As a Nurse Intern, you’ll work with experienced nurses in a chosen clinical area, gaining hands-on patient care experience.

Applicants must be on track to graduate from an associate or bachelor’s nursing program by December 2027 or May 2028, hold or pursue CNA/EMT/LPN credentials, have BLS, and be available to work 60 hours per two weeks across shifts; exceptional interns may be

Qualifications

• Be on track to graduate from an associate or baccalaureate nursing program by Dec 2027 or May 2028.
• Hold at least one active certification/license: CNA, EMT-B, EMT-P or LPN.
• Have a current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (hands-on training).
• Be available to work 60 hours per two-week pay period across all shifts (days, PMs, nights).
• Students must be able to complete the full duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care under the supervision of experienced nurses.
• Engage in hands-on clinical learning across assigned units.
• Develop clinical judgment, communication, and critical thinking through internship activities.

Skills

CNA

EMT-B

EMT-P

LPN

BLS Certification

Education

Pursuing Associate or Bachelor’s in Nursing

Job description

Love+medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 30 Summer2027 Nurse Internship–47th AnnualProgram

Program Dates:May24–August1,2027

Location:Main Campus|LaCrosse,WI

FTE:0.75;60 hours per two weeks

Program Overview

For47years, EmplifyHealth by Gundersen's Nurse Internship Program has helped nursing students bridge the gap between the classroom and professional nursing practice. This paid, 10-week summer experience is designed to build confidence, strengthen clinical skills, and provide meaningful exposure to the realities of the nursing profession. As a Nurse Intern, you will work alongside experienced nurses and healthcare professionals while gaining hands‑on experience in patient care, clinical judgment, interdisciplinary communication, and critical thinking. Interns are immersed within one clinical area while also exploring other areas of nursing through observation and shadowing opportunities. Whether you're building on your first clinical experiences or preparing for your final year of nursing school, this internship is designed to meet you where you are and help you grow into the nurse you aspire to become. For many students, this internship is more than a summer experience. It's an opportunity to discover what type of nurse you want to become, explore different areas of practice, and build relationships that can continue long after graduation. The Nurse Internship Program is highly competitive, and we encourage interested students to apply early and submit complete application materials. Bonus: Exceptional interns may be considered for continued employment opportunities and future RN positions following graduation.

Eligibility Requirements

• Be on track to graduate from an associate or baccalaureate nursing program by December2027 or May2028
• Hold at least one of the following active certifications/licenses: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Emergency Medical Technician–Basic (EMT‑B) Emergency Medical Technician–Paramedic (EMT‑P) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Have a current Infant‑Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (must include hands‑on training)
• Be available to work 60 hours per two‑week pay period, across all shifts (days, PMs, nights), including weekends and holidays.
• Students must be able to complete the full duration of the internship.

Key Dates

• Application Opens: October12,2026
• Application Deadline: December1,2026
• On‑Demand Video Interviews Due: December15,2026 (via Interview Stream)
• Offers Extended: February2027

Internship Placement Areas

• Medical/Surgical Hospital&Intermediate Care (IMC)
• Cardiopulmonary Unit
• General Medical Unit
• Medical Oncology Unit
• Neuroscience Unit
• Surgical&Digestive Care Unit
• Orthopedic Unit
• Heritage Medical‑Surgical Unit
• Medical Psychiatric Unit
• Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
• Hospital Float Pool
• Critical&Emergency Care
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Emergency Services
• Maternal&Pediatric Care
• Obstetrics&Nursery Labor&Delivery
• Pediatric Unit/Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Specialty Care Inpatient Behavioral Health
• Procedural Care
• Surgery/Operating Room
• Ambulatory Care
• Outpatient Clinic

What You Can Expect

Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth Culture that encourages self‑care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well‑being as a valuable team member Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world‑class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE+MEDICINE and it’s more than our practice. It is who we are. Gundersen Health System, based in LaCrosse,WI, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 22 counties. Our physician‑led, not‑for‑profit healthcare system includes a 325‑bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and LevelII Trauma Center; community clinics; 6 affiliate critical access hospitals; nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love+Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Around here, loving your job is part of the job. Join our mission in changing healthcare while finding a career you'll love! Gundersen Health System offers a proud, local history spanning more than 100 years. Our personalized patient care model is only the beginning of what you will experience as we foster population health transformation and innovation to serve our communities and you. We've made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee’s unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family‑centered care to the communities we serve. You can be part of an exciting, highly adaptable and mission‑driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated offering an employee‑first culture, work‑life balance, and career advancement&growth opportunities. This culture allows our organization to attract elite talent, like yourself.

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A rewarding career and an excellent quality of life awaits you.

Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, culture, and something we call Love+Medicine at www.gundersenhealth.org/careers/life.