Job Description

Welcome to AMN Healthcare — Where Talent Meets Purpose

Ever wondered what it takes to build one of the largest and most respected healthcare staffing and total talent solutions companies? It takes trailblazers, innovators, and exceptional people like you.

At AMN Healthcare, we don’t just offer jobs — we build careers that make a difference.

Why AMN Healthcare? Because Excellence Is Our Standard:

• Named to Becker’s Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare — three years running.

• Consistently ranked among SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in America.

• Honored with Modern Healthcare’s Innovators Award for driving change through innovation.

• Proud holder of The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Staffing Companies since 2006.

Summer Associate / Intern – Information Technology

Location: Hybrid (2 days/week in San Diego) or Remote

Program Details:

2026 Program Dates: June 15th – August 7th, 2026 (8 weeks)  

About the AMN Healthcare Summer Associate Program

The Summer Associate / Intern program offers an outstanding opportunity to gain hands-on experience with an innovative leader in the healthcare industry. AMN Healthcare is America’s largest healthcare staffing and workforce solutions company, helping providers find the right people and leverage workforce forecasting tools to deliver impactful, effective care.

Guided by our values, AMN is committed to career growth and development. This program is designed to support personal and professional growth while providing meaningful, real-world contributions across the organization.

Position Summary

The IT Summer Associate / Intern will support cross-functional technology initiatives across AMN Healthcare’s IT organization. This role provides hands-on exposure to enterprise technology projects, Agile delivery models, cloud-based tools, cybersecurity, and software development processes—building a strong technical foundation while working alongside experienced professionals in a healthcare environment.

Scope of Work & Responsibilities

The intern will support projects across several IT functions, including:

• Information Security
• Project Management Office (PMO)
• Software Engineering
• Cloud Operations
• IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
• Product Development

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting cross-functional IT and technology initiatives
• Participating in Agile ceremonies and project execution
• Assisting with hands-on work across the software development lifecycle
• Learning foundational system administration concepts
• Supporting cybersecurity and engineering efforts
• Collaborating with team members across multiple technology teams

Skills & Experience Gained

• Exposure to Agile project management and product development
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity, SDLC, and system administration
• Strengthened technical problem-solving skills
• Professional development in communication, teamwork, and collaboration within an enterprise environment

Program Outcomes

• Improved operational efficiency across IT functions
• Support for stronger cybersecurity practices
• Enhanced software engineering and project delivery processes
• Meaningful project contributions and increased team capacity
• Development of well-rounded early-career professionals who deliver measurable business value

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED | Required
• 0–2 years of related experience
• 3.0 GPA

Additional Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a technical education program, college, or university
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Preferred: Undergraduate juniors, seniors, or recent graduates
• Preferred fields of study: Technology, IT, or related disciplines

Skills & Attributes

• Basic technical and IT knowledge
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in an office/home office environment.
• Team Members must have the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

AMN Healthcare will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

Our Core Values

● Respect ● Passion ● Continuous Improvement ● Trust ● Customer Focus ● Innovation

At AMN we embrace the ways we are similar and different; respecting all voices and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our collective success. We acknowledge our shared responsibility to foster a welcoming environment where everyone feels recognized and valued. We cast a wide net to recruit and retain competitive talent and build healthcare workforces supportive of the communities we serve. We believe in the power of compassion and collaboration to build healthy communities where access to quality care is available to all. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

At AMN we recognize that in-person connections have value and promote collaboration. You will be expected to come into an AMN Healthcare office at a frequency dependent on the work arrangement for your role.

Pay Rate

$17.25 - $20.50 Hourly

Final pay rate is dependent on experience, training, education, and location.