Apply now for our 2025 Healthcare Immersion Program!

If you or a student you know is thinking about a career in healthcare, now is the time to take the next step. Jackson Orthopedic Foundation’s Healthcare Immersion Program (HIP) is accepting applications for our 2025 session, running from July 7 to August 1.

This four-week program is designed to give students real-world clinical experience by shadowing healthcare Bay Area professionals across multiple specialties. From surgery observation to direct patient care, HIP provides an inside look at what it means to work in healthcare.

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Why this program matters

Many students considering a career in healthcare struggle to find opportunities to gain hands-on exposure. HIP bridges that gap by offering:

• Clinical shadowing with experienced professionals – including nurses, physicians, PAs, PTs, and OTs
• Direct observation of patient care – from routine exams to surgical procedures
• 80-100 clinical hours – giving students meaningful experience to strengthen their applications for medical, nursing, or other health programs

Designed to be flexible, the program allows students to participate while balancing summer jobs or coursework. Scholarships are available for those with financial need.

Who should apply?

If you’re a college student serious about exploring a career in healthcare, this program is for you. Whether you’re deciding between medical school, nursing, physical therapy, or another field, the Healthcare Immersion Program provides invaluable firsthand experience to help inform your choices or guide your next steps.

Past participants have said HIP helped them solidify their career choices, giving them the confidence and clarity to pursue their goals. If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we encourage you to apply today.

What's required?

Prerequisites for the program include an interest in a career in the medical field and one completed year of college education.

The cost of the program is $500 per student. Applicants may apply for a program scholarship based on financial need. 

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Applications for the 2025 session close on June 16. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain real-world healthcare experience.

At Jackson Orthopedic Foundation, we believe in supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals. By providing students with meaningful clinical exposure, we help them build the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career in healthcare.

If you have questions about the program or want to learn more, reach out to us today.

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