Workforce Development
College Internship Program
Workforce Development College Internship Program is a paid summer job at Parkland for college students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. This program begins the first week of June and ends the first week of August.
This program was designed for college students interested in a non-clinical healthcare experience at Dallas County’s busiest public teaching hospital. Students are placed in various areas throughout the hospital, and work up to 40 hours per week under the supervision of the hiring manager of the department and staff.
The practical experience gained from this program is intended to complement the academic training students receive throughout their school year. Because of Parkland’s international reputation for excellence, the program strives to share this excitement with tomorrow’s health care professionals.
Meet Our Interns
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Marley Frazier
Radiology Intern
“My internship in the radiology department provided invaluable hands-on experience with imaging technology and patient care, emphasizing the importance of communication, attention to detail, and empathy. This experience has strengthened my passion for healthcare and prepared me for the next steps in my career.”
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Emree Nagurney
Corporate Communications Intern
“Interning in the Corporate Communication department at Parkland has been incredibly rewarding, providing hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and real-world public relations skills. This opportunity has exceeded my expectations and clarified my career aspirations.”
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Thai Sapenter
Social Work Intern
“As a BioTel social work intern, I saw firsthand the vital role of connection in healthcare, from transforming patient crises to addressing needs like mental health resources and transportation. This experience has reinforced my commitment to a career in healthcare and clarified my career direction.”
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Morgan Cyiark
Correctional Health Intern
“My internship at Parkland in correctional health care was incredibly rewarding, enhancing my clinical and administrative skills while deepening my understanding of the field's unique needs. The supportive environment and the dedication of everyone I worked with have solidified my interest in pursuing a healthcare career.”
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Riya Chelagiri
Community Relations Intern
“Interning with the Community Relations department has deepened my passion for community service and enhanced my understanding of health disparities and social determinants of health. This experience allowed me to apply classroom concepts to real-world issues and explore my future career path with a new perspective.”
Eligibility Requirements
- Primary/permanent residence preferred in Dallas County, regardless of where the student attends college.
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at an accredited university fulfilling upper-level undergraduate courses, with completion of at least 30 credit hours, or
- Must be actively enrolled in an accreted graduate degree program
- Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Must remain enrolled with an active student status for the duration of the program.
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States of America.
- Must be able to fulfill an 8-week commitment.
Application Guidelines
All documents must be typed and uploaded to your online application to be considered for the internship program:
- Complete the appropriate online application.
- Upload your resume in your online application under "Upload Your Resume."
- Carefully read the Program Agreement. If you agree with all the terms, you must sign and date at the bottom and upload to your online application packet under "Upload Other Documents."
- Obtain your unofficial college transcripts, scanned front and back, and upload in your online application under "Upload Other Documents."
Additional Information
Contact Us
For more information, contact wdinternshipprograms@phhs.org.