Job Posting Title Clinical Assistant Program | Nurse Externship | Summer 2026
The Clinical Assistant Program is a 10-week paid experience where you will work alongside Magnet recognized nursing staff to gain more exposure to the oncology field while learning the core skills of a Clinical Nurse.
This exciting 10-week program begins May 26, 2026, and offers:
- Oncology clinical and classroom orientation program
- Assignments to Med/Surg Inpatient Units, Pediatrics, Critical Care, Ambulatory Care, Perioperative Units, or the Operating Room
- Collaboration with our Magnet-recognized nursing staff
- Full-time schedules; 10- & 12-hour day shifts, with weekend rotation as needed.
- Opportunities for Clinical Observation Days
To be considered for this program, you must:
- Have a graduation date of Winter 2026, Spring 2027 or Summer 2027
- Be currently enrolled in an accredited BS, BA, or Associate’s Nursing Program
- Have completion of two (2) clinical semesters, including one semester in Med/Surg Nursing
- Active BCLS or BLS Certification
Core Skills
- Communication & Teamwork: Share information clearly, listen to others, and work well with MSK staff.
- Professionalism & Responsibility: Show up on time, come prepared, finish tasks, and accept feedback.
- Patient Care & Empathy: Be kind, respectful, and understanding of people from different backgrounds.
- Time Management: Stay organized during busy times and ask for help when you need it.
- Flexibility & Willingness to Learn: Stay calm when things change quickly and use feedback to improve.
If you’re invited to interview: Be ready to share short, real examples of when you showed these skills — like solving a problem, working with others under pressure, or using feedback to do better next time.
Our Hiring Process for the CAP Program:
Step 1: Interested students must complete the job application by October 20, 2025. Applications will be reviewed and moved forward in the order they are submitted.
Step 2: Selected candidates will complete virtual interviews with the Talent Acquisition team and the Nursing leadership team.
Step 3: Final decisions will be communicated by late November.
Please note: Hourly rates for the 2026 program are not yet available. The 2025 rate was $19.00 per hour.
“Participants are expected to demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and strong communication skills throughout the program.”