Summer 2026 IT Internship

FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc. • Pinehurst, NC

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The IS Intern Program is designed to provide students with meaningful, hands-on experience working on purpose-driven projects within a healthcare system. Interns will gain exposure to various IT disciplines while contributing to strategic initiatives that support patient care, operational efficiency, and organizational goals. This program serves as a pipeline for future talent, fosters community goodwill, and provides departments with additional support on key projects. Interns will explore their career interests while developing technical and professional skills in a real-world healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree program in Information Technology or a related field.
• Internship must be non-mandatory (not required for degree completion).
• Basic understanding of IT concepts and a strong interest in healthcare technology.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work full-time on-site for the duration of the program.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or exposure in IT support areas such as networking, systems, cybersecurity, data integration, analytics, or applications.
• Interest in healthcare systems, clinical technology, or health IT environments.

Responsibilities

• Each intern is assigned a project by their department mentor.
• Projects are pre-approved by Human Resources to ensure alignment with learning objectives.
• Project scope and expectations are provided on day one.
• Interns will present their project outcomes and key learnings at the conclusion of the program.
• Presentation format will be a physical poster board.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree