New

College COACH Internship Program - Summer 2026

Boston Children's Hospital
$17.50-$21.50 Hourly
dental insurance, 403(b)
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Nov 29, 2025
Who we are Boston Children's Hospital (BCH) is currently ranked as the #1 children's hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. It provides comprehensive and specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents and is a leader in pediatric research, contributing to significant advancements in medical science. BCH also offers specialized programs and services, including cariology, neurology, oncology, and orthopedics. The hospital is affiliated with Harvard Medical School and plays a key role in training future pediatric healthcare professionals. BCH's family-centered care emphasizes a holistic approach, providing extensive support services for families so they have comprehensive care and support through their medical journey. The COACH - Community and Opportunities at Children's Hospital - internship program mission is to create a pathway for emerging healthcare professionals, offering hands-on experience, structured development, and dedicated mentorship. Please note, to be eligible: Must be 16 years old or older by the program start date (Monday, June 8, 2026) Enrolled in a two- or four-year undergraduate program and in good academic standing Available to work during the full duration of the program Can work in-person for the duration of the program Please note, we do not provide relocation or housing support Apply to a College COACH job-specific job posting, once they are available (January 2026) By providing your information through this application, you are indicating interest in the general summer 2026 program Students are encouraged to apply to no more than three* job-specific job postings* The opportunity The College COACH summer internship is a 35 hour/week paid program running from Monday, June 8-Friday, August 14, 2026. Students will earn $17.50-$21.50/hour with unpaid lunch, depending on their experience. What you'll do College COACH interns will have varied opportunities to gain on-the-job experience and exposure throughout the hospital. The program includes: Attending a 2-day program orientation and onboarding Being assigned to in-person or hybrid work with a department within Boston Children's Hospital Participating in virtual and in-person development program workshops Being part of a smaller cohort with an assigned mentor and coach to enhance support and development Specific work hours are determined by the interns' supervisor and COACH Program. What you'll get Develop job-readiness for a career in the healthcare industry Increased knowledge of healthcare career pathways Professional development workshops Opportunity to present your learnings during the internship program MBTA Link Pass for June-August 2026 Recruitment process Students submitting their application of interest to this post will be contacted when job-specific internship opportunities are open for application. Please limit your applications to no more than three postings. Resume review & interviews: Applications will be screened, and interviews will be scheduled as appropriate. Resumes are required; if you need assistance developing a resume, please contact coach@childrens.harvard.edu. Offer decision: We will follow up within one week of your interview. Decisions regarding program acceptance will be made in March. Onboarding: Those selected for the internship program will complete onboarding by May to ensure a smooth start to the program. This includes: Scheduling an appointment during one of our on-site onboarding days Obtaining appropriate work permits, as needed Health records Proof of Employment Eligibility Media release The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting. Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.