Summer Surgical Tech Intern

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

3d

About The Position

The Student Surgical Technologist Intern provides direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the appropriate setting across the continuum of care. They communicate with the surgical staff about instrumentation, surgical procedures, and sterility. The student surgical technologist intern is able to scrub alongside a certified surgical technologist. This experience is intended for students who will graduate from a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited surgical technology program within the next academic year. The Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) responsibilities and Code of Ethics provide a basis for practice. Summer ST Experience (June 1 - August 7, 2026) Rochester, MN site only Objectives: Apply the principles of aseptic technique while in the sterile role. Further develop the practical skills required to work as a competent surgical technologist in the perioperative environment. Attain the professional skills of interpersonal communication with all patients and interdisciplinary health care team members. Applications must be received by February 13, 2026.

Requirements

• Student must be in good standing in a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited surgical technology program, having completed a minimum of one-semester of surgical technology program curriculum.
• Student must possess basic knowledge and hands-on skills related to aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of instrumentation, supplies, and equipment for various surgical procedures.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from American Red Cross or American Heart Association and must not expire during internship.
• Candidates must be able to work from June 1, 2026, through August 7, 2026.
• BLS/CPR certification
• RESUME: educational background (degree and anticipated graduation date), cumulative GPA, paid employment history, awards/honors, and volunteer activities including community involvement, committee involvement, student nurse association, and/or professional organizations.
• TRANSCRIPTS
• SURGICAL INTEREST AREAS

Nice To Haves

• Strong preference for at least 100 clinical hours by internship start date.
• Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
• Comprehensive understanding of surgical processes and procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse
• Communicate with the surgical staff about instrumentation, surgical procedures, and sterility
• Scrub alongside a certified surgical technologist
• Apply the principles of aseptic technique while in the sterile role
• Further develop the practical skills required to work as a competent surgical technologist in the perioperative environment
• Attain the professional skills of interpersonal communication with all patients and interdisciplinary health care team members

What This Job Offers

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