Laboratory Student Intern - Southwestern PA Hospitals

Job Description

Kickstart Your Lab Career This Summer!

Spending your summer in the Pittsburgh area? Looking to dive deeper into your lab science career? Already a science major who LOVES hands-on work, precision, and being part of life-changing medicine?

If that sounds like you, the UPMC Lab Internship Program might be your perfect summer opportunity. Spend 10 weeks working inside one of our high-volume, hospital-based clinical labs — gaining real experience, learning from expert Medical Laboratory Scientists, and building a foundation for a future career with UPMC.

About the Lab Internship Program

UPMC’s 10-week Lab Internship Program gives students the chance to put classroom learning into action inside a real hospital laboratory environment. This is a full-time, paid, hands-on experience in which you’ll:

• Work side-by-side with experienced clinical laboratory professionals
• Get exposure to state-of-the-art testing environments
• Build confidence in performing lab procedures, workflows, and instrumentation
• Experience high-volume, fast-paced lab operations that support real patient care
• Learn the daily routines and expectations of a future medical lab professional
• Grow your skills, your resume, and your network within UPMC

If you’re considering a future as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLT, or any clinical lab career — this internship gives you the experience and insight you need to take the next step.

Where You’ll Be Working – Southwestern PA Locations

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

• UPMC East
• UPMC McKeesport
• UPMC Magee
• UPMC Mercy
• UPMC Passavant
• UPMC Presbyterian
• UPMC Shadyside
• UPMC Children’s
• UPMC St. Margaret
• UPMC Washington

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 at an accredited college/university
• Majors accepted: biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science
• Completion of at least two semesters in your degree program

Licensure / Clearances

• Additional clearances may be required depending on location
• Instructions for completing required clearances will be provided during onboarding