Student Nurse Internship (SNI) Program: UPMC Cole

UPMC; Coudersport (Potter County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship

Networking with Nursing Leadership

Graduate Nurse opportunities

Job summary

UPMC’s Student Nurse Internship (SNI) program offers a 10-week paid summer opportunity, letting you work side-by-side with a preceptor to observe a day in the life of a nurse at UPMC, including hands-on experiences at UPMC Cole in Coudersport, PA.

You will attend orientation, submit nursing transcripts, and be eligible for system-wide Graduate Nurse opportunities, plus networking with Nursing Leadership and mentorship to support your career goals.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Nursing Program (Diploma, Associates or BSN) with expected graduation Fall 2027, Spring 2028 or Summer 2028.
• Must attend SNI Orientation May 17–21; schedule will vary by hospital.
• Availability to work throughout the summer with minimal absence.
• Preference for students pursuing a nursing career at UPMC.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with a trained preceptor to see a day in the life of a nurse at UPMC.
• Shadow at least one additional area of nursing during placement.
• Work up to 40 hours/week, with scheduling flexibility for students.
• Apply to system-wide Graduate Nurse opportunities before the summer ends.
• Network with UPMC Nursing Leadership and receive mentorship.
• Make an impact on patient care during the Summer Internship.

Skills

Nursing student

GPA 3.0 preferred

Education

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

UPMC’s Student Nurse Internship (SNI) program allows you to put what you learned in nursing school into practice by working side-by-side with a preceptor. This is a temporary 10-week paid opportunity during the Summer of 2027.

During the internship you will have the opportunity to:

• Work one-on-one with a trained preceptor to see a day in the life of a nurse at UPMC
• Participate in supplementary educational sessions to continue your learning journey
• Build your confidence as a future nurse
• Work at one hospital for the summer (*Assignment shared at time of offer)
• Shadow at least one additional area of nursing at your hospital placement
• Work up to 40 hours/week (*SNIs follow their preceptor’s schedule; we understand obligations may not permit you to work a full-time schedule, we can accommodate!)
• Apply to system-wide Graduate Nurse opportunities at UPMC before you even leave the summer program
• Network with UPMC Nursing Leadership and receive mentorship
• Give back to the community
• Make an impact on patient care and Life Changing Medicine

Location Opportunities

• SNIs applying to this job posting will be considered for the following UPMC facilities:
• UPMC Cole (Coudersport, PA)

Required Documents To Upload At Time Of Application

• Resume
• Nursing Transcripts
• Non-editable official/unofficial transcripts including University name & student name

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Nursing Program (Diploma, Associates or BSN) with an expected graduation date of Fall 2027, Spring 2028 or Summer 2028 required
• Attendance required at SNI Program Orientation (May 17-21 *schedule will vary by hospital) and End of Summer Event (Friday, July 23)
• Availability to work throughout the summer with minimal absence required (school schedule flexibility can be accommodated)
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred
• Preference will be given to students wanting to pursue a nursing career at UPMC

Licensure/Certifications

• Active American Heart Association (AHA) OR American Red Cross BLS certification throughout the entire summer is required
• SNIs must bring current AHA CPR certification to orientation
• All cards should specify that the course is for healthcare workers, professional rescuers, or is a BLS course. Community and First Aide cards cannot be accepted.
• Additional clearances may be required based on location and specialty
• Specific instructions will be provided during the onboarding process

SNI Program Recruitment and Programmatic Expectations

• Applications Open: August 15 – March 15*
• Subject to change based on applicant flow
• SNI Program Dates: May 17 – July 23

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.