1

Dietician Internship Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Registered Dietician

Hialeah, FL ยท On-site

$28.25 - $38/hr

Precepts dietetic interns during clinical rotations: Leads clinical activities for dietetic interns to meet their education objectives, serves as a resources to dietetic interns regarding medical ...

Registered Dietician

Hialeah, FL ยท On-site

$28.25 - $38/hr

Precepts dietetic interns during clinical rotations: Leads clinical activities for dietetic interns to meet their education objectives, serves as a resources to dietetic interns regarding medical ...

Registered Dietician

Hialeah, FL ยท On-site

$28.25 - $38/hr

Precepts dietetic interns during clinical rotations: Leads clinical activities for dietetic interns to meet their education objectives, serves as a resources to dietetic interns regarding medical ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Dietician Internship information

See salary details

$8

$16

$22

How much do dietician internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for dietician internship in the United States is $16.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dietician internship?

A Dietician Internship is a supervised practical training program required for aspiring dieticians to gain hands-on experience in clinical, community, and food service settings. During the internship, interns apply their academic knowledge to real-world situations, work with patients, and learn to develop nutrition care plans. Completion of an accredited dietetic internship is often necessary to qualify for the Registered Dietitian (RD) exam and become a licensed professional. These internships typically last 6 to 12 months and are highly competitive. The experience helps interns develop essential skills in nutrition assessment, counseling, and food management.

What types of hands-on experiences can I expect during a dietician internship, and how do they prepare me for a full-time role?

During a Dietician Internship, you can expect to participate in a range of hands-on experiences such as assessing patient nutritional needs, developing meal plans, providing nutrition education, and collaborating with healthcare teams. These tasks are typically supervised by registered dietitians and give interns valuable exposure to clinical, community, and food service settings. Such experiences help you develop practical counseling skills, understand interdisciplinary teamwork, and gain confidence in applying nutritional science in real-world scenarios, all of which are essential for transitioning into a full-time dietitian role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dietician intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dietician Intern, you need a solid grounding in nutrition science, dietetics coursework, and completion or progress toward a related degree. Familiarity with nutrition analysis software, electronic health records (EHRs), and food service management systems is often expected. Strong interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn from feedback set outstanding interns apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for accurately assessing client needs, supporting health outcomes, and integrating into healthcare or food service teams.

What is the difference between Dietician Internship vs Dietitian?

AspectDietician InternshipDietitian
Required CredentialsTypically requires enrollment in a dietetics program; supervised practiceRequires a bachelor's degree, completion of supervised practice, and licensure/certification
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, hospitals, clinics during trainingHospitals, clinics, community health, private practice
Employer & Industry UsageEducational and training programs, hospitals for internsHealthcare facilities, public health organizations, private sector

The main difference between a Dietician Internship and a Dietitian is that the internship is a supervised training period required for certification, while a Dietitian is a licensed professional who has completed all educational and practical requirements to practice independently.

More about Dietician Internship jobs

What cities are hiring for Dietician Internship jobs?

Cities with the most Dietician Internship job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Dietician jobs?

The most popular types of Dietician jobs are:

What states have the most Dietician Internship jobs?

States with the most job openings for Dietician Internship jobs include:

Infographic showing various Dietician Internship job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% Internship, 56% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,721 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Registered Dietician

Pro Med Healthcare Services

Hialeah, FL โ€ข On-site

$28.25 - $38/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Experienced Registered Clinical Dietician's Can Earn Up to $5k Sign-on Bonus!

Position Responsibilities
  • Maintains the appropriate Licensure, credentials and registrations; including but not limited to licensure as Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) in the State of Florida and registration as Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
  • Maintains expertise in medical nutrition therapy in general clinical practice.
  • Performs calorie counts as requested and maintains accurate records daily of nutritional care activities, participates in patient tray assessments and meal rounds.
  • Develops and implements medical nutrition care plans.
  • Performs nutrition assessments and reassessments following departmental policies and procedures.
  • Accurately calculates nutrient composition of enteral feedings and parenteral solutions.
  • Monitors, evaluates, modifies & documents medical nutrition therapy following established policies and procedures.
  • Initiates and follows up on nutrient intake analysis as needed.
  • Provides counseling and education to patients and or significant others regarding medical nutrition therapy as needed.
  • Develops and reviews educational materials for patients as needed.
  • Precepts dietetic interns during clinical rotations: Leads clinical activities for dietetic interns to meet their education objectives, serves as a resources to dietetic interns regarding medical nutrition therapy, monitors and evaluates clinical performance of dietetic intern and reports dietetic interns' performance to Clinical Nutrition Manager.
  • Communicates special needs of patients to diet office personnel through use of electronic food service system, email or discussion.
  • Provides diet guidelines to Dietary Supervisors, diet clerks, and cooks.
  • Voluntarily participates in community outreach programs when nutrition programs are requested.

Requirements

  • License/Registration/Certification
    • Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Licensed, as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state of Florida. Only those seeking to become eligible for the registration examination for dietitians for the first time, on or after January 1, 2024, are required to have completed the minimum of a graduate degree granted by a USDE accredited institution or foreign equivalent. Individuals who established eligibility for the registration examination for dietitians on or before December 31, 2023 or those who are already registered will not be required by CDR to obtain a graduate degree.
  • Education
    • Master's Degree through an accredited institution by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND®), from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (applicable if seeking dietitian registration for the first time).
  • Experience
    • 0 to 2 years of experience, considering supervised practice, clinical experience is preferred.

For more information on the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:

  • Health benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Healthcare spending accounts
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness program
  • On-site housing for select positions and more!