Pre-Physician Assistant Undergraduate Intern Program - Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital - Summer 2026
About The Position
The Northwestern Medicine Pre-Physician Assistant Undergraduate Internship offers a valuable opportunity for undergraduate students interested in the Physician Assistant career track to become immersed in the healthcare environment through project work and observation. This paid summer program based at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital provides students with an opportunity to be placed within a department to gain exposure to see what it’s like to work in a healthcare setting. This internship culminates in a PowerPoint presentation with Advanced Practice Providers and department leadership. The Physician Assistant Undergraduate Intern’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Uphold the mission, vision and values of Northwestern Medicine which include Patients First, Excellence, Teamwork, & Integrity. Develop a working knowledge of healthcare operations. Develop working relationships with staff, leadership, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and physicians. Participation in activities designed for development of interns during their assignment at Northwestern Medicine, which include: New Employee Orientation Project assignment(s) Networking opportunities, including luncheons with other interns and leadership Weekly clinical shadowing rotations Skill development workshops Final PowerPoint presentation See what our staff have to say about working in this department and at Northwestern Medicine! Be Part of Better: What It’s Like to Work at Northwestern Medicine
Requirements
- Candidates must have a High School Diploma or the General Equivalent.
- Candidates must be currently enrolled in a four-year undergraduate university with the intent to enroll in a physician assistant program.
- We are seeking students who demonstrate high academic performance, maturity, professionalism, initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with others.
- Resume
- Transcripts (unofficial or official accepted)
- You must also attach a one-page statement, in a Word Document or PDF format, addressing the following:
- Describe why you have an interest in a career as a physician assistant.
- Describe an obstacle you’ve faced when working towards your academic, career, or personal goals and how you’ve worked to overcome it.
- Describe the lessons you’ve learned through those experiences and how they will help you be successful in your career as a physician assistant.
- Please note, to be considered for this role, you must submit BOTH attachments.
Responsibilities
- Uphold the mission, vision and values of Northwestern Medicine which include Patients First, Excellence, Teamwork, & Integrity.
- Develop a working knowledge of healthcare operations.
- Develop working relationships with staff, leadership, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and physicians.
- Participation in activities designed for development of interns during their assignment at Northwestern Medicine, which include:
- New Employee Orientation
- Project assignment(s)
- Networking opportunities, including luncheons with other interns and leadership
- Weekly clinical shadowing rotations
- Skill development workshops
- Final PowerPoint presentation
Benefits
- We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
- Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
