Student Nurse Internship (SNI) Program: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center / Flynn Foundation Oncology Nursing Fellowship Program

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.

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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 and our SNI Blog

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.