Respiratory Therapy Student Internship

Job Description - Respiratory Therapy Student Internship (26163026)

Job Description

Primary Location

: Connecticut-Hartford-80 Seymour Street (10008)

Job

: Non-Medical

Organization

: Hartford Hospital

Job Posting

: Sep 1, 2026

Respiratory Therapy Student Internship - (26163026)

Description

2026-27 Winter Internship - Respiratory Therapy

2 week immersive learning experience for Respiratory Care Students

• Applications due by Friday, November 6, 2026.
• (2) two-week paid learning opportunity offered at each of our HHC Hospital locations across CT.
• Students will submit preference for location(s) and areas of interest with their application.
• Internship will occur during December/January winter break for enrolled Respiratory Care students.
• Potential for continuing per diem employment after completion of 2-week period.

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Job Summary

The intent of this Internship is to help stimulate career interest and foster professional development as a Respiratory Therapist within the Hartford Healthcare system. The focus of this program is to immerse the Student Respiratory Therapist into the role of Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide foundational didactic and practical learning experiences.

The intern will provide direct patient care within a defined scope of practice under the direct and continuous supervision of an RCP preceptor. All work is co-signed by a Licensed Respiratory Practitioner. This will be an immersive learning experience, primarily shadowing and working in an acute hospital setting.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited AMA approved Respiratory program with an expected graduation date within 6-12 months of internship

• BLS /ACLS Certified

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Work Locations

:

80 Seymour Street (10008)

80 Seymour Street

Hartford 06102

Standard Hours Per Week: 1

Per Diem (1 hour)

Shift Details: 35-40 hours per week for 2 weeks during winter school break. Must attend all required shifts including day, evening and weekends if necessary.