Student Opportunities

At Owensboro Health, we strive to provide the best patient experience possible. One way we do that is by investing in the education and training of our community to open the door to healthcare career pathways.

We want to help you on your journey to our mission to heal the sick and improve the health of the communities we serve.

Types of Student Opportunities

Disclaimer: Previous team members who have been deemed not eligible for rehire will not be considered for the below opportunities.

Job Shadowing/Observation (No hands-on patient activity)

If you are considering a career in healthcare and not sure if you are on the right track or you are needing 80 hours or less of observation time to meet educational requirements, apply online for an opportunity to shadow a healthcare professional.

Clinical Observation

If you are currently seeking job shadowing experience with a Physician or Allied Health Professional (e.g. Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Anesthetist, or Doctor of Podiatric Medicine), please contact Beth Nicely via phone (270-417-6864) or email (Beth.Nicely@OwensboroHealth.org)

Internship (Unpaid)

If you need to complete an internship to meet education requirements or are simply seeking to gain hands-on experience in your field of study, you are welcome to apply! Students must be able to complete a minimum of 80 hours.

Summer Internship Program (Paid)

Owensboro Health offers an annual summer internship program beginning the end of May and running through early September.

This program offers opportunities in both clinical and non-clinical roles.

Interns are able to work a maximum of 288 hours for the duration of the summer.

Positions will be available for application beginning early February through mid-March.

The 2025 Summer Internship Program application process is now closed. Please check back in mid-February 2026 for new paid summer internship opportunities.