Summer Internship Program

I. Overview

The NMAC Summer Internship Program serves as a strategic initiative for succession planning, aimed at developing future healthcare professionals. This program provides hands-on experience to students currently enrolled in Medical School, Nursing School, and Biomedical Technology programs, encompassing a wide range of rotations and special projects to prepare them for their future careers.

II. Eligibility

1. Academic Enrollment: Applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited Medical School, Nursing School, or Biomedical Technology program at the time of the internship.

2. Field of Study

• Medical Students ( MD, OD, ND, NMD): Must be pursuing degrees in medicine.
• Nursing Students (RN): Must be pursuing degrees in nursing.
• Biomedical Technology Students: Must be pursuing degrees in biomedical technology.

III. Program Structure

1. Medical Students: Interns will participate in rotations through the following departments:

• General Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Rheumatology
• Ultrasound Diagnostics
• Dermatology
• Aesthetics
• Laboratory
• Pharmacy

2. Nursing Students: Interns will rotate alongside nursing staff and medical assistants to gain hands-on experience in patient care and medical procedures.

3. Biomedical Technology Students: Interns will be placed primarily in the laboratory setting, assisting with technological operations and diagnostics.

IV. Duration and Hours

The internship will last for a duration of 10 weeks during the summer months. Interns are expected to commit to full-time hours, typically 40 hours per week, to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.

V. Additional Requirements

1. The internship will last for a duration of 10 weeks during the summer months. Interns are expected to commit to full-time hours, typically 40 hours per week, to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.

2. Community Engagement: Interns will participate in community engagement exercises, which may include activities such as working in nursing homes, participating in community outreach programs, and other healthcare-related events. This is intended to provide a broader experience within the healthcare field.

VI. Application Process

Interested candidates must submit the following:

• A completed application form.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A current transcript.
• A letter of recommendation from an academic advisor or faculty member.
• A personal statement outlining the candidate's interest in the NMAC Summer Internship Program and career objectives.

VII. Selection Criteria

Selection will be based on academic performance, relevance of the applicant’s studies to the healthcare field, quality of the application materials, and alignment of the applicant’s career goals with the objectives of the internship program.

VIII. Program Benefits

Interns will gain:

• A completed application form.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A current transcript.
• A letter of recommendation from an academic advisor or faculty member.
• A personal statement outlining the candidate's interest in the NMAC Summer Internship Program and career objectives.