Nurse Intern | Summer 2026
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Job Location:
La Crosse, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36Summer 2026 Nurse Internship 46th Annual Program
Program Dates:May 26 August 2 2026
Program Overview
Ready to step out of the classroom and into real-world nursing Emplify Health by Gundersen invites you to apply for our 46th Annual Nurse Internship Program a 10-week paid summer experience designed to sharpen your clinical skills and boost your confidence.
Whether youre fresh off a clinical rotation or still learning how to juggle care plans and sleep schedules this internship meets you where you are and helps you grow from there.
As a Nurse Intern youll work side-by-side with experienced nurses and healthcare professionals across a variety of settingsfrom med/surg units to specialty departments and outpatient clinics. Youll gain hands-on experience in clinical judgment interdisciplinary communication and critical thinking all while gaining a competitive edge for your final semester(s) and future career.
Bonus:Exceptional interns may be considered for continued employment and potential RN offers after graduation.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Summer 2026 Nurse Internship applicants must:
Be on track to graduate from a baccalaureate or associate nursing program byDecember 2026 or May 2027
Holdat least oneof the following active certifications/licenses:
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B)
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMT-P)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Have a currentInfant-Adult Basic Life Support (BLS)certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (must include hands-on training)
Be available to work3036 hours per week across all shifts (Days PMs Nights) including weekends and holidays
Application Checklist
To apply please complete the following steps:
1) Submit the online applicationand upload your CPR and CNA/LPN/EMT certifications
2) Attach a resumethat includes:
Your high school graduation date
Your anticipated nursing program graduation date
3) Include a cover letterthat helps us get to know you beyond your resume. Please include:
Why you chose nursing
What makes you a strong candidate for this internship
Your goals during and after the internship
4) Send your official college transcriptto:
Claire Gosse
Emplify Health by Gundersen Mailstop FS6-001
1900 South Ave. La Crosse WI 54601
Or email:
Key Dates
Application Opens:October 13 2025
Application Deadline:December 14 2025
Video Interviews Due:December 31 2025 (via Interview Stream)
Offers Extended:Mid-January 2026
Internship Placement Areas
Interns will be matched with departments based on interest availability and strengths. Possible placements include:
Medical/Surgical & Specialty Units
Cardiopulmonary
Medical Oncology
Neuroscience
Orthopedics
General Medical
Surgical Digestive Care
Heritage Medical-Surgical
Medical Psychiatric
Inpatient Rehabilitation
Hospital Float Pool
Maternal & Pediatric Care
Labor & Delivery
Obstetrics
Pediatrics/Peds ICU
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Critical & Emergency Care
Emergency Services
Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Outpatient Services
Infusion Clinic
Pediatrics Clinic
Questions
Our Recruitment Services team is here to support you. Reach out anytime:
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position please contact or call .
We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values belonging respect excellence accountability teamwork and humility our pillars set our foundation and our future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
Gundersen Health System Hospitals & Clinics delivers world-class primary and specialized healthcare in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa.
