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Medical Physics Summer Intern

CompanyUniversity of Pittsburgh
LocationPittsburgh
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support medical health physics activities across various departments including Radiology and Radiation Oncology. Responsibilities include participating in equipment QA/QC programs, assisting with radiation safety audits, and supporting radiopharmaceutical therapy.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
41594
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

The Medical Physics Summer Intern will support medical health physics activities in Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Gamma Knife, and PET/Cyclotron Facility. Duties include: participation in audits to assure compliance with regulations and requirements; development of radiation safety policies and procedures; participation in gamma cameras, PET scanners, and diagnostic x-ray equipment QA/QC programs; preparing radiation safety training; and support of an extensive radiopharmaceutical therapy program.



Student must be actively enrolled in a Physical Science Bachelor's program; Physics or Health Physics major is preferred. Must be able to use computer systems (eg., Microsoft Office Suite), and have excellent email and telephone communications skills.

Key Skills
Medical PhysicsRadiologyNuclear MedicineRadiation OncologyGamma KnifePET/CyclotronRadiation SafetyQA/QCRadiopharmaceutical TherapyMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication Skills
Categories
HealthcareScience & Research