Important:

* For your application to be considered, please attach ALL required documents at the time of submission: Resume AND Nursing Transcripts, along with essay and letters of recommendation.

* Status updates will be sent to the email address used on the application.

_*Ensure you monitor your Junk/Spam inbox for correspondence from UPMC_

About the Program

UPMC's Student Nurse Internship (SNI) program allows you to put your education into practice by working side-by-side with a preceptor. This is a temporary 10-week paid opportunity during the Summer of 2027.

During the internship you will have the opportunity to:

* Work one-on-one with a trained preceptor to see a day in the life of a nurse at UPMC working in outpatient oncology, inpatient oncology, radiation oncology, and specialty areas of oncologic patient care

* Participate in supplementary educational sessions to continue your learning journey

* Build your confidence as a future nurse

* Work at both inpatient and outpatient settings for the summer ( _*Assignment shared at time of offer)_

* Shadow at least one additional area of nursing at your hospital placement

* Work up to 40 hours/week ( _*SNIs follow their preceptor's schedule; we understand obligations may not permit you to work a full-time schedule, we can accommodate!_ )

* Apply to system-wide Graduate Nurse opportunities at UPMC before you even leave the summer program

* Network with UPMC Nursing Leadership and receive mentorship

* Give back to the community

* Make an impact on patient care and Life Changing Medicine

Focusing on Oncology you will have the opportunity to:

* Gain exposure to the unique role of oncology nurses across the cancer care continuum, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and supportive care.

* Participate in a multidisciplinary learning experience by engaging with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, social workers, nurse navigators, dietitians, surgical oncology, palliative care, and other members of the oncology care team.

* Observe how collaborative, patient-centered care is coordinated across outpatient, inpatient, infusion, radiation oncology, and supportive care settings.

* Develop an understanding of the physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of patients with cancer and their families while witnessing the impact of compassionate, evidence-based oncology nursing.

* Explore career pathways within oncology nursing and gain insight into specialized areas including infusion therapy, symptom management, survivorship, research, quality and safety, education, and patient experience.

* Complete an 'evidence-based practice' research project on some aspect of Oncology and present it at the program Graduation ceremony

Location Opportunities

* SNIs applying to this job posting will be considered for the following UPMC facilities:

* UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

o Shadyside

o Select Network Locations

* UPMC Shadyside Hospital

Required Documents to Upload at Time of Application

+ Resume

+ Nursing Transcripts

+ *Non-editable official/unofficial transcripts including University name & student name

+ Essay: Why are you interested in Oncology Nursing? Why should you be selected?

+ Letters of Recommendation (2) [including at least one faculty member]

Qualifications

+ Currently enrolled in a Nursing Program (Diploma, Associates or BSN) with an expected graduation date of Fall 2027, Spring 2028 or Summer 2028 required

+ Attendance required at SNI Program Orientation (May 17-21 _*schedule will vary by hospital)_ and End of Summer Event (Friday, July 23)

* Availability to work throughout the summer with minimal absence required (school schedule flexibility can be accommodated)

* Cumulative GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred

+ Preference will be given to applicants wanting to pursue an Oncology nursing career at UPMC

Licensure/Certifications

+ Active American Heart Association (AHA) OR American Red Cross BLS certification throughout the entire summer is required

_*SNIs must bring current AHA CPR certification to orientation_

_*All cards should specify that the course is for healthcare workers, professional rescuers, or is a BLS course. Community and First Aide cards cannot be accepted._

+ Additional clearances may be required based on location and specialty

_*Specific instructions will be provided during the onboarding process_

SNI Program Recruitment and Programmatic Expectations:

+ Applications Open: October 30 - March 15 *

_*Subject to change based on applicant flow_

+ SNI Program Dates: May 17- July 23

Interested in Learning More?

+ Check out Nursing Careers at UPMC (https://careers.upmc.com/nursing/) and our SNI Blog (https://mycareer.upmc.com/sni2021/?\_ga=2.4395697.345506899.1658934270-305428706.1632744865)

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.