The Health Career Connection 2019 Paid Summer Internship Application is NOW OPEN.
Applications for the Summer 2019 HCC Internship Program will be reviewed as they are submitted. It is in your best interest to submit the application as soon as possible.
Early Decision Deadline: November 26, 2018 at 11:59 PM PDT
Applicants will be notified of their interview status by January 7, 2019.
Final Deadline: December 26, 2018 at 11:59 PM PDT
Applicants will be notified of their interview status by January 21, 2019.
Health Career Connection (HCC) is a comprehensive professional development program that provides paid summer internships to undergraduate and recent graduates in the field of public health and healthcare.
HCC is committed to increasing representation of all racial and ethnic groups in the health professions. Students of color, first-generation students and those of economically challenged backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Through partnerships with local organizations, HCC provides internships in a variety of settings including but not limited to: hospitals, community health centers, medical groups, health plans, local health departments, governmental agencies, community-based organizations, and advocacy groups. During the course of the internship, students will work on meaningful projects and gain professional and personal development skills or acumen. HCC provides extensive exposure to health careers through workshops and events guiding students towards their authentic health career path.
HCC interns are passionate, committed, and dedicated to connecting with their cohort and alumni.
SUMMER INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
- Summer internships are full time (40 hours/week) for 10 consecutive weeks, typically beginning in May or June and lasting through August (dependent on the academic calendar).
- Interns will be provided with educational stipends that range from $3,000 – $4,000.
- Interns must attend mandatory HCC workshops and events throughout the summer.
- Most HCC placements are non-clinical, nor bio-medical research related; however, pre-clinical students with interest in exploring other or related health career options are welcome to apply.
ELIGIBILITY
- Candidates must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (community college or 4-year college or university) or have recently graduated from an undergraduate institution.
- Recent graduates must have completed their degree within the last three years.
- Candidates who are enrolled in a post-baccalaureate are eligible to apply.
- Graduate students are not eligible to apply (anyone currently enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program).
- Students enrolled in high school are not eligible to apply (including high school students simultaneously taking community college classes).