Job Description
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🩺 Summer 2026 Nurse Internship - 46th Annual Program Program Dates: May 26 - August 2, 2026
🌟 Program Overview Ready to step out of the classroom and into
real-world nursing ? Emplify Health by Gundersen invites you to apply for our 46th Annual Nurse Internship Program - a 10-week, paid summer experience designed to
sharpen your clinical skills and
boost your confidence .
Whether you're fresh off a clinical rotation or still learning how to juggle care plans and sleep schedules, this internship
meets you where you are - and helps you grow from there.
As a Nurse Intern, you'll work
side-by-side with experienced nurses and healthcare professionals across a variety of settings, from
med/surg units to
specialty departments and
outpatient clinics . You'll gain hands-on experience in
clinical judgment, interdisciplinary communication, and critical thinking - all while gaining a competitive edge for your final semester(s) and future career.
Bonus: Exceptional interns may be considered for continued employment, and potential RN offers after graduation.
Eligibility Requirements To be considered for the Summer 2026 Nurse Internship, applicants must:
- Be on track to graduate from a baccalaureate or associate nursing program by December 2026 or May 2027
- 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 30-36 hours per week , across all shifts (Days, PMs, Nights), including weekends and holidays
📝 Application Checklist To apply, please complete the following steps:
1) Submit the online application and upload your CPR and CNA/LPN/EMT certifications
2) Attach a resume that includes:
- Your high school graduation date
- Your anticipated nursing program graduation date
3) Include a cover letter that helps us get to know you beyond your resume. Please include:
- Why you chose nursing
- What makes you a strong candidate for this internship
- Your goals during and after the internship
4) Send your official college transcript to:
- Claire Gosse
Emplify Health by Gundersen, Mailstop FS6-001
1900 South Ave., La Crosse, WI 54601
Or email: claire.gosse@emplifyhealth.org
📅 Key Dates - Application Opens: October 13, 2025
- Application Deadline: December 14, 2025
- Video Interviews Due: December 31, 2025 (via Interview Stream)
- Offers Extended: Mid-January 2026
🏥 Internship Placement Areas Interns will be matched with departments based on interest, availability, and strengths. Possible placements include:
Medical/Surgical & Specialty Units - Cardiopulmonary
- Medical Oncology
- Neuroscience
- Orthopedics
- General Medical
- Surgical Digestive Care
- Heritage Medical-Surgical
- Medical Psychiatric
- Inpatient Rehabilitation
- Hospital Float Pool
Maternal & Pediatric Care - Labor & Delivery
- Obstetrics
- Pediatrics/Peds ICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Critical & Emergency Care - Emergency Services
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Outpatient Services - Infusion Clinic
- Pediatrics Clinic
📞 Questions? Our Recruitment Services team is here to support you. Reach out anytime:
- Phone: (608) 775-0267
- Email: HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Tags
Summer work, Summer internship, All shifts, Night shift,