Student Nurse Internship

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Student Nurse Internship (SNI) Program 2027

Saint Mary’s Hospital | Trinity Health Of New England

Program Start Date: May 24, 2027
Location: Saint Mary’s Hospital, Waterbury, CT
Program Length: 12 Months
Application Deadline: December 31, 2026

Are you entering your final year of nursing school and looking for a direct pathway into professional nursing practice? The Student Nurse Internship (SNI) Program at Saint Mary’s Hospital offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience, work alongside experienced nurses, and build the skills needed for a successful transition into a Registered Nurse role.

Beginning May 24, 2027, this highly competitive 12-month program combines an intensive summer clinical experience with continued employment throughout your final year of nursing school.

What You'll Experience

As a Student Nurse Intern, you will:

• Work alongside Registered Nurses as a Student Nurse Intern
• Gain real-world experience in a hospital setting
• Learn directly from dedicated nurse preceptors and mentors
• Observe patient care delivery across specialty areas
• Participate in weekly educational sessions designed to strengthen clinical knowledge and professional development
• Build relationships with nursing leaders and future colleagues

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be entering the final year of a nationally accredited ADN or BSN nursing program
• Anticipate graduation by Spring 2028
• Be enrolled full-time in nursing school
• Hold a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
• Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA

Required Application Materials

All applicants must submit:

• Updated resume including clinical rotation experience (facility and dates)
• Anticipated graduation date

Selected candidates will be asked to provide:

• Professional reference letter from a nursing instructor or academic advisor
• Most recent nursing school transcript
• Top three-unit preferences
• Personal essay addressing:
  • What being a nurse means to you
  • How the Trinity Health Of New England Student Nurse Internship will support your career goals

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Program Benefits

After successfully completing the summer experience, Student Nurse Interns will:

• Continue employment in a per diem role throughout their final year of nursing school
• Be paired with an experienced nurse mentor
• Participate in quarterly cohort learning and networking sessions
• Receive priority consideration for Trinity Health Of New England's Nurse Residency Program
• Become eligible for a Fast-Track Nurse Residency opportunity during the internship

Work Schedule & Commitment

Weeks 1-9 (Summer Program)

·         Week 1: Orientation

·         Three 12-hour clinical shifts per week

·         Rotating day and night shift experience

·         Every third weekend required

·         Weekly educational programming

Weeks 10-50 (Final Academic Year)

·         Minimum of one 12-hour shift every 8 weeks

·         Schedule coordinated with your nurse manager and preceptor

·         May include day, evening, night, and occasional weekend shifts

No holidays or overtime required.

Compensation and Benefits 

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $17.50per hour - $23.80 per hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative 

 

Launch Your Nursing Career

The Student Nurse Internship Program provides valuable clinical exposure, mentorship, and a streamlined pathway into professional nursing. If you're passionate about patient care and ready to start your nursing journey with one of Connecticut's leading healthcare systems, we encourage you to apply today.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.