Northwell Health offers a range of opportunites to help students gain practical skills and prepare for their future career. We’re inspiring students to discover their unique talents and abilities so they can make a difference in our communities. Our programs are designed to provide valuable hands-on learning and facilitate the transition from academia to the professional world.
Have questions about our Workforce Readiness initiatives?
Contact us at CWR@northwell.edu
Students can explore diverse healthcare careers through high-school programs, college internships, nursing externships, fellowships, educational opportunites and more.
As part of our commitment to an inclusive workforce, Northwell Health has partnered with Adelphi University to provide internship opportunities to their students with autism spectrum disorders. Students in the BRIDGES to Adelphi program gain valuable work experience in their course of study during this 8-week paid summer internship.
If you are interested in learning about future cohorts, please email
Inclusion@northwell.edu for Adelphi BRIDGES.
The Data Science Internship program is a specialized program looking for hands-on Data Science and Visualization students who are ready to champion data-driven product development. The program will select top students from a variety of schools to create diverse teams. Projects will be selected to represent key problems worth solving which have direct applicability to Northwell clinicians, patients, and team members.
We are no longer accepting applications for this internship. Check back soon for information about our 2022 internships. In the meantime, join our Student Talent Community!
Help discover and develop tomorrow’s medical breakthroughs. Paid summer internship opportunities at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research are available to high school, undergraduate and graduate students, and provide hands-on experience and exposure to the myriad of career opportunities available in the growing field of medical research.
Designed for culinary students, this paid externship is designed for students to experience first-hand, the importance of food in health care. Under the guidance of an executive Chef and/or Sous Chef, the externship will include immersive learning about food as care, nutrition training and community food access in addition to technical delivery of quality, fresh and healthy food. Our externs will participate in this immersive opportunity led by Michelin Star Chef Andrew Cain, executive chef and supervisor.
If you are interested in learning about future cohorts, please email campusrecruitment@northwell.edu for healthcare culinary externships.
This extensive 10-week paid summer internship is open to current undergraduate college juniors with a record of outstanding academic achievement and leadership abilities. Through this unique program, you will gain exposure to the roles and responsibilities of a healthcare administrator in one of our many participating hospitals and clinical service lines.
If you are interested in learning about future cohorts, please email campusrecruitment@northwell.edu for healthcare management program internships.
Our paid Hospitality in Healthcare internship focuses on a non-clinical and holistic approach to enhancing the patient and customer experience under the guidance of our Office of Patient & Customer Experience (OPCE). This program was designed to expose students to various areas that can impact the experience of our patients and their families.
If you are interested in learning about future cohorts, please email campusrecruitment@northwell.edu for hospitality in healthcare internships.
As a Human Resources Associate Intern at Northwell, you will have the opportunity to experience the inner workings of a best-in-class HR team through real, hands-on project work at New York State’s largest private employer and healthcare provider. During your 10-week paid summer internship, you will participate in two, five-week rotations that will allow you to understand how our HR team impacts our organization far beyond recruitment and benefits. You will join our HR team of more than 550 professionals to gain full comprehensive knowledge of what it takes to support more than 70,000 team members committed to making a difference every day.
We are no longer accepting applications for this internship. Check back soon for information about our 2022 internships. In the meantime, join our Student Talent Community!
Northwell Health’s IT capabilities are critical to our ability to deliver on our promise of exceptional care for our community. Through our paid Information Technology Internship, you can play a key role in advancing our solutions in strategic planning, management, deployment, coordination and integration. During the internship, our OCIO team will help position you for success as an IT professional.
If you are interested in learning about future cohorts, please email campusrecruitment@northwell.edu for information technology internships.
Equip yourself with the tools you need to be a healthcare leader of tomorrow. This robust internship gives students an opportunity to spend 8-weeks in one of the many corporate shared services departments participating such as Corporate Finance, Marketing, Legal Affairs, Northwell Ventures, and more while gaining a practical and valuable hands-on experience.
If you are interested in learning about future cohorts, please email campusrecruitment@northwell.edu for shared services internships.
The Software Engineering Internship program is a specialized program looking for hands-on Software Engineering and Design students who are ready to ship code to deliver components of 2-4 applications as a team during the co-op duration. The program will select top students from a variety of schools to create diverse teams. These teams will manage and execute on their projects end-to-end with frequent stakeholder feedback. Each team will be mentored by Senior Software Engineers, but you will write the code.
If you are interested in learning about future cohorts, please email campusrecruitment@northwell.edu for software engineering internship programs.
Learn more about healthcare fundraising and philanthropy by being immersed in development. This extensive 8-week paid summer internship is open to current college undergraduates with a passion for making a difference and a record of outstanding academic achievement and leadership. Through this unique program, you will see first-hand what it’s like to work for a healthcare development office.
If you are interested in learning about future cohorts, please email campusrecruitment@northwell.edu for development and philanthropy internships.
Nursing students who have completed their first year of clinical rotation can join Northwell Health in entry-level roles such as Nursing Assistant, Ward Clerk and PCA. Give your nursing career a head start by getting to know our units and our hospitals, while enhancing your clinical education and experience.
Guided by experienced nurse preceptors, this eight-week paid summer internship welcomes nursing students who have successfully completed their junior year of study. This internship offers a chance for students to enhance their clinical knowledge, skills, and confidence through a combination of mentorship and direct involvement in patient care. The experienced nurse preceptors play a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring the participating students.
If you’re interested in applying for this internship, please reach out to your school administrator to initiate the participation process.
Bringing together both didactic and clinical experiences, our nurse fellowship programs offer a comprehensive orientation for licensed new graduates as well as experienced RNs looking to specialize.
Applications open late January – Mid February
We provide teachers with the support they need to bring a health career focus and relevancy to their classrooms. These programs include Teacher Advisory Board, Healthcare Forum Series, and Professional Development Day (in partnership with The Feinstein Institutes).
For more information on educator programs, contact our Center for Workforce Readiness>
Northwell Health partners with local schools to offer focused programs aimed at enhancing students’ awareness of health careers. Resources include our career conversations library and live webinars which spotlight professionals in diverse fields.
For more information on presentations and webinars, contact our Center for Workforce Readiness>
This program was created in partnership with The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research to raise awareness of the multidisciplinary nature of medical research careers, encourage creative thinking, and assist school districts and industry leaders in developing future talent.
Through the research completed as part of this program, students will gain a deeper understanding of current healthcare issues and gain important teamwork, communication and problem solving skills. Student teams also have the opportunity to showcase their work at the Medical Marvels Competition, where they will present to judges, researchers, and their fellow peers. Educators interested in participating, please complete our 2024 Medical Marvels Registration form.
The Spark! Challenge encourages 11th and 12th grade students to explore diverse career paths and ignite their interest in health-related Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers. Students work closely with professional leaders in the field, collaborate on innovative projects, and cultivate valuable teamwork and communication skills. Student teams are invited to participate in a one-day, on-site experience designed to showcase a variety of STEM-related healthcare careers.
Spark! is designed to be an engaging and eye-opening experience that helps provide direction toward future career paths. Students will see just how much each member of healthcare teams contributes to the organization in both clinical or non-clinical roles. For more information, contact our Center for Workforce Readiness.
Our EMT Training course provides students with the essential education needed to render lifesaving care and maneuvers in a pre-hospital setting. In this course, you’ll learn through:
Qualifications:
At the time of registration, all applicants must be 18 years of age or older, and/or have a High School diploma or equivalent.
Tuition:
Tuition for this exciting opportunity is $850.00 and members of approved New York State EMS Agencies pay no tuition! Textbooks and equipment require an additional fee.
Our students are provided unprecedented access to clinical and educational experiences unique only to Northwell Health. Our newly structured 15-month Paramedic program expands the use of online learning, reducing classroom session attendance while increasing student participation in skills, simulation and standardized patient encounter sessions.
Provided to each student:
Tuition:
Eligibility Requirements:
This is NOT an entry-level course. Candidates must:
Complete our Paramedic Program Admissions Application >
View full details and upcoming paramedic training course dates >
At Northwell Health, our Home Health Aides work in a remarkably rewarding setting where your patients will generally enjoy decreased healing time, improved mental health and an increased sense of dignity. We’re providing a FREE Home Health Aide Training Course to get you started on this Truly Compassionate career path.
We offer training courses throughout the year at several locations. The course combines 75 hours of classroom training with 16 hours of supervised practical training. Registered Nurses provide instruction based on your unique needs and guide you in developing required hands-on skills. Through the course, you will gain confidence and competence in:
Learn more and register for an upcoming home health aide training course >
