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Current Internship and Shadowing Opportunities

Browse current internship and shadowing opportunities below. Listings are updated every Friday.

Scroll to the bottom of each section to see longstanding shadowing and internship opportunities. These are not typically limited by semester and can be contacted at any point.
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Flexible Internship and Shadowing Opportunities

Dental & Orthodontic Shadowing and Internship Opportunities | Meridian, Idaho

Dr. Payne—BYU alumnus and member of the College of Life Sciences Leadership Council—is excited to support BYU students interested in dental careers. Dr. Payne is a well-established orthodontist in Meridian, Idaho, with strong connections throughout the dental community.

Through his network, students can explore shadowing and internship opportunities with general dentists, pediatric dentists, endodontists, orthodontists, and other dental specialists.

If you’re interested in gaining hands-on experience or expanding your exposure to the field, please text Dr. Michael Payne at (208) 371-4445 directly for more details. When reaching out to Dr. Payne, please include your resume and note which area of dentistry you are interested in shadowing or interning in.

Brain Rehab Clinic, Chiropractic Neurology & Brain Rehabilitation Internship | Provo, Utah

Dr. Hatch—a BYU Exercise Science alumnus and board-certified chiropractic neurologist—is excited to support students interested in neuroscience, rehabilitation, and patient-care careers. His clinic is the only one in Utah using certain advanced functional neurology technologies, offering a unique opportunity to learn how brain function influences movement, balance, coordination, and overall health.

Students can gain hands-on experience assisting with neurological assessments, observing patient treatments, and supporting in-office brain rehabilitation therapies. This internship is comparable to PT/OT or exercise science roles but focused specifically on functional neurology.

To apply, please email your resume directly to office@brainrehabclinic.com and express your interest in the Brain Rehab Clinic internship.

Aspen Ridge of Utah Valley, Physical & Occupational Therapy Shadowing and Internship Opportunities | Orem, Utah

Aspen Ridge of Utah Valley is a premier post-acute rehabilitation and skilled-nursing facility known for its high-quality care, private deluxe suites, and personalized treatment plans. Their therapy team works closely with patients to help them regain independence and achieve their highest level of function.

Students interested in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or hands-on patient interaction can gain valuable experience by shadowing licensed therapists, observing therapy sessions, and learning how post-acute rehabilitation works in a real clinical setting. Many students begin by volunteering and may later transition into paid roles as rehab aides.

If you’re interested, please contact Jeremiah DeLlamas at jdellamas@ahcfacilities.com directly with your resume to inquire about current shadowing or internship opportunities.

Chiropractic Rehabilitation Internship | Lehi and Orem, Utah

This paid internship provides hands-on experience in a clinical rehabilitation setting, ideal for students exploring careers in physical therapy, chiropractic care, exercise science, or other health professions. You will work directly with patients and providers to support treatment plans, assist with exercise therapy, and help maintain an efficient and positive clinic environment. Internship locations are available in Orem and Lehi.

Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

Visit the link to learn more.

Male Fertility & Peyronie’s Clinic Shadowing Opportunities | Orem, Utah

Dr. Trost, a BYU alumnus, runs a highly renowned male fertility and Peyronie’s clinic known for its extensive experience with Peyronie’s Disease, leading U.S. volume in vasectomy reversals, nationally recognized expertise in microTESE procedures, and comprehensive male infertility diagnostics and treatments.

Email Landontrost@gmail.com with your resume and availability for shadowing, and he will coordinate with you for a shadowing experience. Please note that due to the specialized nature of Dr. Trost's work, this shadowing experience will likely last one day.

Peak Prosthetics, Prosthetics & Orthotics Internship | Provo, Utah

Peak Prosthetics, a local provider of custom prosthetic and orthotic devices, offers students the chance to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. Interns will observe patient care, learn about device design and fabrication, and see how advanced technology supports mobility and rehabilitation. This opportunity is especially valuable for students interested in prosthetics, orthotics, and related health sciences careers.

Internships are unpaid are expected to last 3-4 months. Responsibilities may include observing clinical appointments, assisting with casting and measurements, documenting or dictating notes, and supporting lab work such as device fitting. Administrative tasks may also be part of the experience. Students are also welcome to come shadow for a shorter period of time.

To apply, please email Jackie.Moser@byu.edu with your resume and a cover letter.

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Flexible Internship and Shadowing Opportunities

NOxy Health, Clinical Trial Internship | Remote

This paid, part-time internship offers experience in a growing health technology company working to bring innovative topical nitric oxide treatments to dermatology and wound-care patients. Students will have the opportunity to contribute to research, product development, and business operations depending on their skills and interests. This position is remote and offers flexible scheduling.

Visit the link to apply.

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Flexible Internship and Shadowing Opportunities

Davis County Health Department, Public Health Internships | Davis County, Utah

The Davis County Health Department offers meaningful internship opportunities for students interested in public health and environmental health careers. Interns work across a variety of programs including epidemiology, community outreach, environmental health, health education and promotion, and senior services, gaining hands-on experience with real public health initiatives that impact communities locally. Positions are available each semester and provide exposure to public health planning, data interpretation, community outreach, and environmental health processes — ideal for Life Sciences, Public Health, Environmental Science, Biology, and related majors.

If you are interested in interning with the Davis County Health Department visit their internship page to learn more about current openings and application procedures. If there is not a current opening on the website, be sure to call 801-525-5070. The Health Department is open to tailoring experiences to the student's interests.

No current structured internship programs, come back again soon!

No current structured internship programs, come back again soon!

No current structured internship programs, come back again soon!