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Student Internships give KHS students the chance to work directly with local businesses or organizations, gaining real-world experience in a career field of interest. Internships often last a semester or more and help students build professional skills, make connections, and explore possible career paths.
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Real World Experiences
Kearney Regional Hospital & CHI Internships
Internships give you the chance to step out of the classroom and into the real world! You’ll get hands-on experience, meet professionals, and discover what a future career might look like—all while building your resume.
"My internship gave me the chance to experience labor and delivery areas and the cath lab." – Ella Means, KHS Student
"It showed me how different every area of the hospital could be. You can do almost anything in healthcare," Taryn Thieszen, KHS Student
Internships bring fresh energy and ideas into the workplace. Businesses gain the opportunity to mentor young talent, build connections with future employees, and strengthen ties with KHS and the community.
"We are excited to partner with KHS and have students experience different areas of health care they might not know even exists. Then they can make informed decisions going forward with their careers." – Dani Ramsey, Kearney Regional Medical Center
"We have had interns every year. We want to give back but honestly, they give more to the chamber. These students are highly skilled." – Derek Rusher, Chamber President.
"The UNK internship provided me with hands-on experience in a collegiate research lab. It has made me more confident for my future in STEM. I learned a lot about other STEM research that can be done. I heard presentations by people in Chemistry and Biology but also Physics and Math. Going to Research Day was very beneficial, as I had the opportunity to see not just my lab’s final work, but all of the research being done around UNK"
“My undergraduate students and I were excited to partner with KHS to host a student in my research lab so they could gain that experience before going to college. It provides opportunities for hands-on learning and working with mentors.”
– Dr. Kristy Kounovsky-Shafer, Professor of Chemistry and Assistant Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Nebraska - Kearney
Students interested in internships, job shadows, or cooperative education experiences are encouraged to contact us. These opportunities allow you to explore careers firsthand, build valuable workplace skills, and gain insight into what different jobs and industries are really like. Participating can help you discover your interests, make informed decisions about your future, and create meaningful connections with local professionals—all while preparing you for success after graduation
If you are a local business interested in hosting a student internship, job shadow, or cooperative education experience, we would love to hear from you. Partnering with students allows you to showcase your industry, highlight career pathways, and build early connections with motivated, future employees. These experiences help students gain real-world skills while giving businesses fresh perspectives, added support, and the opportunity to invest in the next generation of the workforce—strengthening both your organization and our community.
