Students complete a minimum of 60 hours (up to 20 hours per week) during a semester-long experience while working alongside a Mayo Clinic Host and support staff. Throughout the internship, students learn about career pathways, educational requirements, workplace expectations, and day-to-day responsibilities within their area of interest.
Please Note: A signed Confidentiality Agreement from both the student and parent/guardian is required prior to participation.

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At a Glance

Eligibility

✓ High school junior or senior (11th or 12th grade)

✓ Internship completed for school credit

✓ Minimum age requirement of 16 years old must be met

✓ Must secure a Mayo Clinic Host before applying

Internship Commitment

• Minimum 60 hours
• Maximum 20 hours per week
• Semester-based experience (2 quarters)
• Unpaid educational opportunity

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Program Highlights

✅ Gain real-world workplace experience

✅ Explore healthcare and research careers

✅ Learn directly from Mayo Clinic professionals

✅ Earn school credit

✅ Develop professional and career readiness skills

Important Restrictions

• No patient contact
• No access to patient information
• No access to confidential information
• Confidentiality Agreement and Compliance Training required before applying
• No access to surgical areas
• No virtual surgical observation permitted

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Summer Internship Eligibility

Summer internships are available only to students who meet one of the following criteria:

• Live more than one hour from the Rochester or Phoenix/Scottsdale campus
• Live outside the state
• Live outside the United States
• Are continuing from a spring internship

Local students (within approximately one hour of the Rochester or Phoenix/Scottsdale campus) must first complete an internship for credit during the academic year.

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Available Locations

Participating Sites

• Rochester, Minnesota
• Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona

Non-Participating Sites

• Florida
• Mayo Clinic Health System in Wisconsin

Minnesota Career Awareness Programs

Students interested in opportunities available in Mankato or New Prague should complete the Workforce Development Contact Form.

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How to Apply

Step 1: Find a Mayo Clinic Host

The student and Education Coordinator (teacher or counselor), if applicable, identify a Mayo Clinic employee willing to serve as an internship Host.

Where to look:

• Research
• Research Centers and Programs
• Research Departments and Divisions
• Medical Departments and Centers

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Step 2: Complete Compliance Training

Review and complete the required Compliance Training before starting the application process.

Button: Compliance Training

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Step 3: Complete the Confidentiality Agreement

The student and parent/guardian complete the required Confidentiality Agreement.

Button: Confidentiality Agreement

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Step 4: Submit the Internship Application

Once a Host has been identified and the Confidentiality Agreement has been completed, submit the application with assistance from the Education Coordinator, if applicable.

Button: Apply Now

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Step 5: Host and School Agreements

After the application is submitted:

• Education Coordinator receives approval and agreement request
• Host receives agreement request
• Supervisor receives agreement request

Each individual must complete their agreement form before the process can move forward.

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Step 6: Complete Registration and Identity Verification

Once approvals are received:

1. Student information is entered into the Non-Employee Access System.
2. The student receives a self-registration email.
3. The student receives an identity verification email.

Both steps must be completed before onboarding.

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Step 7: Receive Clearance and Begin Onboarding

Once all requirements have been satisfied:

✅ Clearance email sent to all parties

✅ Onboarding instructions provided

✅ Student may begin internship activities