Location Address:

2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311

Date Posted:

November 01, 2026

Posting Expiration Date:

December 15, 2026

Department:

Shift:

Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length:

Hours Per Week:

32

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Job Summary:

Allina Health is hiring summer nurse interns to work one-on-one with supportive RN preceptors to gain 300+ hours of meaningful, hands-on clinical experience. It is a paid, ten-week internship for students currently enrolled in a baccalaureate RN program to be completed the summer prior to graduation. Interns build technical nursing skills, strengthen clinical judgement and critical thinking, increase confidence in patient care and develop communication and teamwork skills essential for transitioning into professional nursing practice. We have one streamlined application to be considered for all internships within the Allina Health system. We welcome applicants who are interested in launching their nursing career with Allina Health after graduation and successful completion of the NCLEX.

Key Position Details:

Important Dates:

• The internship requires participation in the full ten-week program: June 7-August 13, 2027
• Application will close December 15th at 12:01 AM- applying early is encouraged
• Offers will begin February 1

Application Requirements:

• Please include a current, detailed copy of your resume
• You will indicate your preferences for hospital location and departments on the application
• By applying, you will be considered for all internship opportunities within the Allina Health system

Work Schedule:

• 0.8 FTE (64 hours in a 2-week pay period)
• Your work schedule will mirror your assigned preceptor
• Shift, shift length and weekend agreement will vary based on preceptor - must be available to work any of the following: day shifts, evening shifts, night shifts, rotating shifts, weekends, 4, 8, or 12 hour shifts
• Your specific work schedule will be known May 2027 when you are matched with your preceptor
• Temporary internship, not benefit eligible

Unit Availabilities:

• There may be availabilities in a wide variety of inpatient units within the 12 hospital campuses of the Allina Health system:
• Cardiac Telemetry
• Float Pool
• Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation
• Medical Surgical
• Mental Health
• Neurology
• Oncology
• Orthopedics
• Progressive Care
• Short Stay Observation
• Spine
• The ED, ICU and OB areas may also hire interns but on a more limited basis
• Our hospitals primarily serve the adult patient populations so we do not have Neonatal, Pediatrics or Special Care Nursery units within the Allina hospital system

Allina Hospitals in the Twin Cities Metro:

• Coon Rapids, MN- Mercy Hospital

• Fridley, MN- Mercy Hospital - Unity Campus

• Minneapolis, MN- Abbott Northwestern Hospital

• Shakopee, MN- St. Francis Regional Medical Center

• St. Paul, MN- United Hospital

Allina Hospitals outside the Twin Cities Metro that may also have internships available:

• Buffalo, MN

• Cambridge, MN

• Faribault, MN

• Hastings, MN

• New Ulm, MN

• Owatonna, MN

• River Falls, WI

Job Description:

Required Qualifications

• Enrollment in a nationally accredited nursing program
• Baccalaureate graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028
• Enrollment and active participation in a summer nursing internship course through a Minnesota university
• Provide proof of summer nurse internship course enrollment and transcript spring of 2027
• This is a pre-licensure program (licensed RNs are not eligible)

Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required by completion of orientation

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Flat Rate: $23.00 per hour

*This position is paid on a standard non-negotiable hourly rate. Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

 

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.