Launched in fall 2023, the HCI–UVU Health Collaborative is a dynamic partnership between Huntsman Cancer Institute and Utah Valley University that connects students, faculty, and the broader community through hands-on learning, research collaboration, and contributions to the future of healthcare. Through internships and volunteer roles at HCI’s Salt Lake campus, UVU students gain career-ready skills, resume-building experience, and valuable professional connections. Faculty are also invited to collaborate with HCI researchers on impactful projects, strengthening mentorship and research engagement across institutions. Whether you’re finding your specialty in the healthcare community or preparing for graduate studies, HCI-UVU internships and volunteer positions can help you get there.
The Volunteer Services Program at Huntsman Cancer Institute offers UVU students a unique way to give back while gaining valuable hospital experience. Volunteers work at HCI’s Salt Lake City campus, where they can explore healthcare careers and build connections that open the door to clinical job shadowing or future employment opportunities.
Email [email protected] to request an application packet.
For more details and requirements, visit the HCI Volunteer page.
HCI–UVU Health Collaborative internships provide UVU students with the opportunity to gain real-world experience in a professional healthcare and research setting. These paid, semester-based positions are ideal for undergraduate and graduate students seeking to explore careers in biomedical research, healthcare administration, communications, compliance, and other fields.
Interns contribute 5–15 hours per week in hybrid roles that combine remote work with on-site experience at Huntsman Cancer Institute’s Salt Lake City campus. Interns are valued team members who are trusted to bring fresh ideas, support meaningful projects, and build skills that prepare them for graduate study or the workforce.
Browse current internship opportunities below and follow the links to apply directly.
Talent Acquisition Intern
The Talent Acquisition Internship at Huntsman Cancer Institute offers UVU students hands-on experience in recruiting and human resources within a healthcare setting. Interns support the Talent Acquisition team with tasks such as scheduling interviews, conducting phone screens, assisting with new hire orientation, and utilizing tools like applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn, Handshake, and Qualtrics. This paid position is semester-based, primarily remote (with occasional in-person meetings) and requires 10–15 hours per week. It's an ideal opportunity for students interested in HR, communications, or healthcare administration to build real-world skills and make a meaningful impact.
Applications open in September. Subscribe below to be notified when applications go live.
Research Compliance Regulatory Intern
The Research Compliance & Regulatory Internship immerses students in the operational side of clinical research at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Interns manage essential regulatory documentation, ensure compliance with FDA and IRB guidelines, transfer records between systems, archive materials, and communicate with investigators and research staff. This position offers practical experience in research operations and documentation, making it ideal for students interested in science, healthcare, or clinical research careers.
Web Content Specialist Intern
The Web Content Specialist Internship enables students to develop and apply digital communication skills by assisting in the management of Huntsman Cancer Institute’s public website. Interns update and proofread content, support SEO efforts, conduct quality checks, track web analytics, and contribute to content strategy discussions. Working in Drupal, this hybrid internship is perfect for students with strong writing and editing skills who are interested in digital media, user experience, and content management.
Clinical Trials Office Regulatory Intern (eReg)
The Clinical Trials Office Regulatory Internship at Huntsman Cancer Institute offers students hands-on experience in managing essential documentation for human subject research. Interns assist in organizing, updating, and archiving clinical trial regulatory records to ensure compliance with FDA, IRB, and other federal and institutional guidelines. Responsibilities include transferring documents between systems, maintaining inventory, creating certified electronic copies, and supporting quality control processes. This role is ideal for students in healthcare, life sciences, or clinical research programs who want to gain experience in regulatory operations and research compliance.
Event Planning Intern
The Event Planning Internship at Huntsman Cancer Institute provides students with the opportunity to support the planning and execution of high-profile events, such as the groundbreaking ceremony for the Vineyard Campus. Interns work with the Public Affairs and Communications team to coordinate logistics, manage vendors, draft event content, handle RSVPs, and assist with on-site setup and execution. This role provides hands-on experience in event planning and public relations, along with valuable networking opportunities in the healthcare and communications sectors.
The HCI–UVU Health Collaborative also offers opportunities for UVU faculty to engage in collaborative research with Huntsman Cancer Institute faculty and researchers. These partnerships allow UVU faculty to contribute to impactful projects while serving as mentoring supervisors to UVU student researchers. Faculty typically work on-site at HCI’s Salt Lake City campus with flexible scheduling options.
UVU faculty interested in participating should contact Beth Godoy for more information.
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Please reach out to Beth Godoy for any questions you may have.
