Student Nurse Internship Program

Trinity Health • Springfield, MA

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About The Position

At Mercy Medical Center the Student Nurse Internship (SNI) is an intensive 8-week summer program. Program starts May 18, 2026. What you will do Work alongside a registered nurse in an assistive role Will observe and learn from the nurse the daily tasks being performed on that unit Shadow and learn directly from a nurse preceptor in various areas in the hospital Participate in educational activities designed to reinforce learning in the clinical practice environment

Requirements

• Be entering the final year of a(n) ADN or BSN program with graduation expected by Spring 2026
• Be enrolled in an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS Healthcare Provider Certified
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• An updated resume reflecting your clinical experience rotation (where and when completed) and your anticipated graduation date.
• One professional reference letter - Letter is required from a nursing instructor or academic advisor
• Copy of most recent unofficial transcript reflecting last semester's grades
• Personal essay: Write an essay addressing your personal statement on what being a nurse means to you and how you envision the Trinity Health Of New England Student Nurse Internship will help you achieve your future goals as a Registered Nurse
• Candidates must be able to commit to the following timeline & milestones: Week 1: Orientation Weeks 2 - 8: Scheduled for three 12-hour clinical shifts per week Will be expected to work some night shifts Will be expected to work every third weekend Participate in educational activities as scheduled Weeks 9 - 50: Work a minimum of one 12-hour shift per 8-week period (total of 5 shifts in 40 weeks) as a Professional Nursing Assistant (PNA)

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a registered nurse in an assistive role
• Will observe and learn from the nurse the daily tasks being performed on that unit
• Shadow and learn directly from a nurse preceptor in various areas in the hospital
• Participate in educational activities designed to reinforce learning in the clinical practice environment

Benefits

• After successful completion of the 8-week summer program, the SNI may be able to continue their employment within Trinity Health Of New England in a per diem position through their final year of nursing school as a PNA (Professional Nursing Assistant).
• They will be assigned to a nurse mentor who continues to guide their learning and contributions within the clinical practice environment.
• The PNAs will meet as a cohort to participate in learning and sharing of experiences.
• PNAs in good standing will be invited to apply for the 2026 Nurse Residency Program.
• Our Vizient Nurse Residency Program is designed to support and help new graduate nurses as they transition into professional practice.
• The program offers 12 months of structured support for newly licensed registered nurses.
• Our hope and expectation are all eligible SNIs will secure a position in the residency program prior to completing their final year of nursing studies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees