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Laboratory Student Intern - Central PA and Western MD Hospitals

CompanyUPMC
LocationCumberland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
This 10-week, full-time paid internship allows science students to gain hands-on experience working side-by-side with experienced clinical laboratory professionals in high-acuity hospital lab environments. Interns will learn how lab teams support real-time patient care while building confidence in performing detail-oriented lab tasks.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
41272
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
About the Role

🌟 Kickstart Your Lab Career This Summer!
Spending your summer in Central Pennsylvania or Western Maryland? Studying science and want real, hands-on lab experience? Curious what it’s like to work inside a hospital clinical laboratory?

If that sounds like you, the UPMC Lab Internship Program could be the perfect fit. Spend 10 weeks working inside one of our hospital-based clinical labs across Central PA and Western MD — learning from experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists, getting exposure to real testing environments, and building the foundation for a future career with UPMC.

🧪 About the Lab Internship Program

UPMC’s 10-week Lab Internship Program gives science students the opportunity to put what they’ve learned in the classroom into practice. This is a full-time, paid, hands-on experience designed for students who are serious about exploring lab careers. During the internship, you will:

  • Work side-by-side with experienced clinical laboratory professionals
  • Gain exposure to high-volume, high-acuity lab environments
  • Learn how lab teams support real-time patient care
  • Build confidence performing hands-on, detail-oriented lab tasks
  • Grow your resume while exploring career pathways within UPMC
  • Network with lab leadership and learn about future lab career opportunities

If you’re interested in becoming a Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLT, or pursuing any clinical lab profession, this experience will help you sharpen your skills and see what a real hospital lab environment looks like day-to-day.

🏥 Where You’ll Be Working – Central PA & Western MD Locations

(You’ll select your top 3 locations when you apply.)

  • UPMC Altoona
  • UPMC Harrisburg
  • UPMC Lititz
  • UPMC Memorial
  • UPMC Hanover
  • UPMC West Shore
  • UPMC Western Maryland
  • UPMC Community Osteopathic

📄 Required Documents to Upload When You Apply

  • Resume
  • Transcript (non-editable official/unofficial transcripts including university name & student name)

📅 Program Recruitment Expectations

  • Applications open December 29th, 2025
  • Program runs June 1st, 2026, through August 7th 2026
  • Preferred graduation dates: Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027
  • Full-time availability is required with limited time off during the 10-week program


Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current enrollment in an Associate or Bachelor of Science program from an accredited college/university
  • Accepted majors include: biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science
  • Completion of at least two semesters in your degree program

Licensure / Clearances

  • Additional clearances may be required based on location
  • Detailed instructions will be provided during onboarding
Key Skills
Clinical Laboratory ScienceHands-on ExperiencePatient Care SupportDetail-Oriented TasksLaboratory OperationsMedical Laboratory Scientist ExposureMLT Exposure
Categories
HealthcareScience & Research