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UT Southwestern Health Care Summer Internship Program

The Health Care Summer Internship Program hosted by the UT Southwestern Office for Institutional Opportunity is a full-time immersive summer experience designed for undergraduate students who are interested in or exploring careers in a health care environment.

Interns are placed in one of three areas:

  • Administrative
  • Clinical
  • Research

The program begins in June and continue for 8-9 weeks across various departments at UT Southwestern. During the internship, interns also participate in weekly professional development sessions. At the end of the program, interns present their experiences during a poster session at the closing ceremony.

2026 Program Dates

June – August (Exact dates TBD)

Between 30-40 interns are accepted into this program each year, with placement based on each intern’s area of interest as much as possible. Placement opportunities are based on the departments who sign up to host an intern.

Eligibility

  • Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate program at the start of the summer program.
  • Students must have completed a full year of college at the time of application.
    • This is indicated by the transcripts at the time of application.
    • Credits earned while in high school do not count toward this requirement.
  • Interns must commit to a full-time (40 hours/week) placement.

Selection Criteria

  • Statement of Interest
  • GPA – 2.5 and higher, as indicated on transcripts
  • Screening Interview

Stipend

The stipend for this program is $13 per hour.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the online application and upload your transcripts. Transcripts are to be uploaded at the time of application.

We do not require letters of recommendation.

The deadline in January 30, 2026.

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