Internships

Miller Children’s Hospital has internship opportunities available at the hospital for young professionals who are just embarking on their careers and want to learn more about a profession in the hospital environment.

The following internship opportunities are available, both clinical and non-clinical:

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Clinical Pastoral Education

Through it’s partnership with Long Beach Memorial, Miller Children’s Hospital is an accredited site for Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) through the College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy. CPE is theological and professional education for ministry, designed to encourage and nurture the professional/personal growth and development of pastoral and spiritual care providers.

In CPE, theology students, laity, ordained clergy and members of religious orders learn skills in ministry to assist persons in need. Through pastoral experience, written case studies, individual supervision, relevant reading and seminar participation, students are encouraged to develop caring pastoral relationships and skills. CPE also integrates the behavioral and theological sciences for the spiritual care provider’s use in pastoral experiences and ministry to persons in crisis.

The program is recognized by the Association of Theological School. Chaplain interns are provided educational opportunities in many areas such as: Myers Briggs, Temperament, Interaction Styles, Perinatal Loss, Death and Dying, Grief and Bereavement, Cross Cultural Awareness, Communication and Team Building, and Bio-ethics.

Apply for CPE at Miller Children’s Hospital:

Clinical Pastoral Education Application
Clinical Pastoral Education Brochure

For more information please contact Rev. Karyn Reddick at (562) 933-1452.

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Marketing

Responsibilities/duties of intern
Assist in development and implementation of marketing plans; conduct market research and track market share/ROI data; create various collateral pieces, including brochures, flyers and postcards; assist with writing Web and ad copy

Qualifications desired
Completed units toward a degree in Marketing/Business/Communications or similar field; strong writing skills; eye for design; computer savvy, especially with Microsoft Word and Publisher; interest in health care; strong initiative/outgoing Hours: Flexible; minimum of 20 hours/week

Compensation
Minimum wage. No benefits.

Contact the Marketing Department for more information.

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Child Life

In partnership with many local colleges and universities, the Child Life Department at Miller Children’s Hospital has an exciting internship program that allows students to have a hands-on experience in a real hospital setting. College students, who are usually majoring in Childhood Development, have the opportunity to “shadow” Certified Child Life specialists and see the day-to-day work. Students also learn about important educational pieces such as preparing children for hospitalization and learning about medical play.

A 480 hour internship is offered through the Child Life Department at Miller Children’s Hospital. To apply for a Child Life internship, fill out the Child Life internship Application.