Summer 2027 Student Nurse Internship Program

Essentia Health • Brainerd, MN

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Spend Summer 2027 at Essentia Health - St Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd, Minnesota, as a Student Nurse Intern. Under direct supervision, interns provide essential support in routine and technical aspects of nursing care for patients of all ages. Interns may be placed in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU/ICU), Float Team, Emergency Department, Medical/Surgical, Medical Unit, procedural units (OR/PACU/Cath Lab/Endoscopy), Oncology, Grace Unit (Behavioral Health), or Family Birthplace. Unit availability may vary.

The internship requires a commitment of 32–40 hours per week, up to 400 hours over the summer. Students taking full- or part-time summer classes will have adjusted hour requirements and must be able to commit to 32 hours every two weeks. Shifts rotate and may include days, nights, and weekends; the listed shift times are 7:00 AM–7:30 PM and 7:00 PM–7:30 AM. Weekend and holiday work is required, and there is no call obligation.

Applicants must submit a resume, a cover letter outlining their top three unit choices, and unofficial transcripts. The application deadline is December 13, 2026. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification is required within one month of hire and must remain valid throughout the internship.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN).
• By Summer 2027, have completed junior-year coursework in a bachelor's nursing program or two semesters of an associate's nursing program.
• Be enrolled and actively participating in an approved internship cooperative course at an accredited nursing school in the state of employment for the summer semester.
• Commit to 32–40 hours per week, up to 400 hours for the summer; students with full- or part-time summer class loads must be able to commit to 32 hours every two weeks, with adjusted hour requirements.
• Obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month of hire; certification must not expire during the internship.
• Submit a resume, cover letter outlining the top three unit choices, and unofficial transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities while adhering to best practices and protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compliance with Joint Commission requirements and relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
• Help maintain a safe and healing environment for patients and families.
• Provide routine and technical nursing-care support for patients of all ages under direct supervision.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, with supplemental options.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed