Internships & Clinical Rotations

We are only able to accept a few interns each semester. To be considered, we recommend applying as soon as you are aware of your course requirements.

Intern opportunities are placed on an “as needed” basis. Our best candidates are willing to work wherever there is a need/opportunity.

Internship days and hours are driven by the preceptor’s schedule and need. A good intern candidate is willing to work when needed.

Nursing clinical rotations are coordinated between the nursing school staff and CDPH. If you have any questions regarding nursing clinical rotations, please contact Karla Ayers. Pharmacy students should contact Craig Sherrill. Please note: Unfortunately, at the time, we are unable to provide any practicums to nurse practitioner students.

While we do our best to place as many students as possible, due to our own staffing compliment and case/patient load, we can accommodate a limited number of interns each semester. Keep in mind that because of staff vacations, etc. we are usually not able to accept as many interns during Summer semester as we can in Fall and Spring.

Our staff are often involved in multiple programs and projects at any given time. Please remember that the availability of certain programs may not necessarily align with the student’s time frame to begin or complete internship requirements.

If selected for an internship, a criminal background history is required before the agreed upon start date.

This is a competitive process and candidates should be prepared to provide an up-to-date resume, participate in both phone and/or in person interview screenings, etc. If selected, the expectation is that the student will treat this as a professional opportunity and conduct themselves accordingly. This can include things like arriving on time, dressing according to our dress code policy, and acting in a professional manner at all times. We reserve the right to dismiss any student who does not follow our established protocols and professional standards.