Internships and Involvement

Direct Care Internship (2 credits)

This course provides students with hands-on experience in a healthcare setting, including front desk operations, lab work, allied health providers and direct interactions with a meddical provider. Students will spend six hours per week in the clinic during operating hours (8:00am - N00n, 1:00pm - 4:30pm) and must be available for 3-4 hour blocks to meet internship requirements. 

Guidelines and Deadlines for Applications:

• Fall Semester: April 30
• Spring Semester: October 15
• Candidates will be contacted in order to schedule an interview before the priority registration deadline.
• A mandatory orientation for all new interns takes place the week before the semester begins

Application materials include:

• A brief cover letter explaining your interest in an internship and what you hope to gain from the experience
• Your Resume
• Two completed reference check forms sent directly from your references to Michelle Larson (UW-Whitewater, UHCS, 800 W. Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190 or email to larsonm@uww.edu) One reference must be on-campus, and one from off-campus.
• A completed Biology Intern Application, along with any additional materials required by the Biology Department
• Candidates will be contacted after the submission deadline
• Preferred method of application: Email materials to Michelle Larson at larsonm@uww.edu.

Curriculum Goals:

• Following confidentiality and privacy rules in healthcare. 
• Learning about the roles of different healthcare professionals.
• Gaining experience in a primary care lab.
• Practicing vital sign measurement (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure). 
• Performing and documenting initial patient screenings.
• Becoming familiar with medical records and documentation. 
• Assisting with patient education based on interests and experience. 
• Working with a clinical preceptor on a project within set guidelines