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Accepting applications for Summer & Fall extern candidates.** J OB SUMMARY : Join our dedicated and creative culinary team to receive a wealth of knowledge about the culinary arts! Assist the ...

Accepting applications for Summer & Fall extern candidates.** JOB SUMMARY: Join our dedicated and creative pastry team to receive a wealth of knowledge about the baking and pastry arts! Assist the ...

Pastry Extern

Skytop, PA ยท On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Accepting applications for Summer & Fall extern candidates.** JOB SUMMARY: Join our dedicated and creative pastry team to receive a wealth of knowledge about the baking and pastry arts! Assist the ...

Accepting applications for Summer & Fall extern candidates.** J OB SUMMARY : Join our dedicated and creative culinary team to receive a wealth of knowledge about the culinary arts! Assist the ...

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Summer Extern information

What types of projects and responsibilities can a summer extern expect during their placement?

As a Summer Extern, you can expect to be assigned a variety of hands-on projects that align with your field of study or career interests. These may include assisting with research, shadowing professionals, participating in team meetings, and contributing to ongoing departmental initiatives. The work environment is typically collaborative, giving you opportunities to network, seek mentorship, and gain practical experience. Externs often rotate through different departments or projects to maximize exposure and learning. Regular feedback and check-ins with supervisors are common, ensuring that you receive guidance and support throughout your externship.

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

To thrive as a Summer Extern, you generally need a solid academic background in your field of study, a willingness to learn, and strong organizational skills. Familiarity with common office software, digital collaboration tools, or industry-specific platforms is often beneficial. Proactive communication, adaptability, and a positive attitude help externs build relationships and make the most of their short-term experience. These skills and qualities are crucial for contributing effectively, gaining valuable insights, and making a positive impression during the externship.

What is a summer extern?

Summer externs are students or recent graduates who participate in short-term, temporary work experiences, often during the summer months. These positions typically last from a few days to several weeks and are designed to give participants exposure to a specific industry or profession. Unlike internships, externships are usually more observational and may not involve extensive hands-on work, but they provide valuable networking opportunities and insights into daily job responsibilities. Summer externships can help individuals decide if a particular career path is right for them and can enhance their resumes.

What is the difference between Summer Extern vs Summer Intern?

AspectSummer ExternSummer Intern
CredentialsTypically enrolled students, sometimes requiring specific courseworkUsually students in related fields, often with similar educational backgrounds
Work EnvironmentShadowing, observing, and assisting professionals, often in healthcare or legal settingsHands-on tasks, project work, and active participation in workplace activities
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in healthcare, legal, and some professional fieldsWidespread across various industries including business, engineering, and technology

The main difference between a Summer Extern and a Summer Intern lies in the level of hands-on work and the focus of the experience. Externships often emphasize observation and shadowing, while internships typically involve active participation in projects. Both roles are valuable for gaining industry insight and experience during the summer months.

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Infographic showing various Summer Extern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 32% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

RN Residency and Nurse Extern II - Summer 2026 grads

Hshs

Effingham, IL โ€ข On-site

$34 - $51/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Pay Range:

$34.00 - $51.00

A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.

Now is the best time to start your career as a Registered Nurse (RN)! HSHS is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our healthcare team. This is an excellent opportunity for newly graduated nurses looking to transition into a rewarding nursing career. You are eligible to start as a Nurse Extern II during your final semester and transition right into an RN position once you become license pending!
Positions Specifics:
Department: Medical/Surgical
Core Function: Nursing Students
Schedule: Full time, 36 hrs/wk, Nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) | Weekend and holiday rotation
Facility: St. Anthony's Hospital
Location: Effingham, IL
Sign On Bonus: $10,000 for approved units
Compensation that aligns with your experience

Additional Requirement: Must graduate from an accredited nursing program by Summer 2026; candidates may begin as a Nurse Extern II and transition to a New Grad RN upon licensure Job Description Summary

Find out more about our Nursing Student Opportunities HERE -https://www.hshs.org/c/nursing-student/

Education Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited and approved school of nursing accepted for licensure in the state of practice is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.

Experience Qualifications

  • Experience in healthcare is preferred.

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in state of practice is required.
  • Wisconsin: RNs may practice with a valid multi-state RN license as outlined in the Nurse Licensure Compact rules.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.

Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.

Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.

Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.

  • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.

  • Retirement benefits including HSHS
    contributions.

  • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.

  • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!

  • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!

Benefits

HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process

Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants.

Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions.

These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS.

Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org