Student Nurse Internship (SNI) Program: Southwestern PA Hospitals

UPMC’s Student Nurse Internship (SNI) program is a temporary 10-week paid opportunity during the Summer of 2027 that allows you to put your education into practice by working side-by-side with a preceptor.

About the Program

• Work one-on-one with a trained preceptor to see a day in the life of a nurse at UPMC
• Participate in supplementary educational sessions to continue your learning journey
• Build your confidence as a future nurse
• Work at one hospital 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; obligations may not permit a full-time schedule, but accommodations can be made)
• Apply to system-wide Graduate Nurse opportunities at UPMC before completing 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

Locations

SNI applicants will be considered for the following UPMC facilities:

• UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (Lawrenceville)
• UPMC East (Monroeville)
• UPMC Magee-Women's Hospital (Oakland)
• UPMC McKeesport (McKeesport)
• UPMC Mercy (Uptown Pittsburgh)
• UPMC Passavant (McCandless and Cranberry Twp)
• UPMC Presbyterian (Oakland)
• UPMC Shadyside (Shadyside)
• UPMC St. Margaret (Aspinwall)
• UPMC Washington (Washington)
• UPMC Greene (Waynesburg)
• UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital (Oakland)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Nursing Transcripts (non-editable official/unofficial transcripts including University name & student name)

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Nursing Program (Diploma, Associates or BSN) with an expected graduation date of Fall 2027, Spring 2028 or Summer 2028
• 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 given to applicants wanting to pursue a 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)

Program Timeline

• Applications Open: August 15 – March 15 (subject to change based on applicant flow)
• SNI Program Dates: May 17 – July 23