The Mayo Clinic Rochester Summer III (SIII) Nursing Internship is one of the longest-running student nurse internships in the nation.  Students from across the U.S. take part in the Summer III Program.

The Summer III Student Nurse Internship is a skill based paid 10-week full time program, providing opportunities to gain valuable clinical skills and experience. Rochester, MN campus has over 60 specialties, two hospitals, 10 ICUs, and around 130 operating rooms. Summer III Nurse Interns will perform delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and in accordance with the Minnesota Board of Nursing.  The designated tasks are those which have been taught in the academic programs and/or orientation, and where the individual has demonstrated competence.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING DETAILS CAREFULLY.  INCOMPLETE/INELIGIBLE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 
 

By June 1st, 2026, applicants must have successfully completed one of the following: 
1.    The Junior Year of an accredited baccalaureate nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
2.    Three semesters of an accredited associate degree nursing program at Rochester Community & Technical College. 
Candidates must NOT be eligible for the NCLEX during the program.  
Candidates must have an anticipated RN graduation date between August 10th 2026 and June 1st 2027.  

2026 SIII PROGRAM DATES:  June 1st 2026 – August 7th 2026.  Candidates must be available for the entirety of the 10-week program.

SCOPE OF PRACTICE: Please visit the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MN BON) website for current information regarding the scope of practice for a professional nursing program student who is employed and performing patient care: https://mn.gov/boards/assets/FAQ_Stdent_Nurse_Wk_Exp_12-2019_tcm21-354921.pdf.   
In accordance with the MN BON, Summer III interns will be required to enroll in a 1-credit Summer Intern Course at a University or College within Minnesota for the duration of the program.  Information will be provided following offer acceptance.

HOUSING: For employees who choose to utilize the housing option, there is a nominal cost deducted from payroll.  Parking is offered for an additional upfront charge. Additional information will be provided during the offer process.  

SIII APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31, 2025

OFFERS WILL BE EXTENDED no sooner than: February 3rd, 2026

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 
1.    RESUME.  Resumes can be longer than 1 page.  Please include the following information: permanent address, email, phone, academic program (s), anticipated degree and graduation month/year, cumulative GPA, paid employment history, unpaid clinical experiences, volunteer experiences, awards/honors.  Other pertinent information.  
2.    BLS/CPR CERTIFICATION. Please attach proof of completion for one of the following accepted providers:
•    American Heart Association: Course title ‘BLS for Healthcare Providers’
•    Red Cross: Course title CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers or BLS for Healthcare Providers
•    Military Training Network
NOTE:  If your certification is set to expire between June 1st and August 1st 2026, please renew PRIOR to the first day of employment.
3.    DO NOT ATTACH: Cover letters, letters of reference, publications, transcripts, etc.  These documents are not required and will not be included in the screening process.  

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE PROMPTED TO COMPLETE PHASE II of the Screening process, which is a pre-recorded interview to be completed at your convenience.  You will receive an email with a link to our HireVue OnDemand system.  There will be a series of questions for you to respond to, some will require a video recorded response. You will have multiple chances to record your responses.  Please consider this your professional interview.  THERE WILL BE A DEADLINE TO COMPLETE THIS APPLICATION PHASE.