Student Intern - Summer Term (Surgery Reach)

Overview

Job Summary

This 8-week paid research experience is for URiM (Under-Represented in Medicine) students to explore and gain experience with careers in healthcare via direct mentorship and engagement with successful medical professionals. Participants will engage in research projects, shadowing experiences, educational conferences, community-service and social events as part of Atrium Health's Department of Surgery. The dates of the internship are June 12 - August 4, 2023.

USE THIS LINK TO APPLY: REACH Program Application (atriumhealth.org).

No application will be considered unless the application through the above link is completed.

Essential Functions

• Currently enrolled in accredited undergraduate institution
• URiM Students
• Must have completed at least 2 years of college and 4 or more semesters total of science/math.
• Interested in a career in healthcare

Physical Requirements
Work requires walking, sitting, lifting and reaching overhead. Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 pounds, shoulder height. Must be able to push patients in wheelchairs or supplies on a rolling cart. Intact sense of sight and hearing is required. Responsible for working in a safe manner.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School, Undergraduate, Master's or Postgraduate enrollment required. Excellent planning, prioritizing, oral/written communication, interpersonal, problem solving, and team skills required. Excellent planning, prioritizing, oral/written communication, interpersonal, problem solving, and team skills required. Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and ability to respond creatively to a rapidly changing environment required. Computer skills required.