The primary purpose of the Undergraduate Internship is to provide an intern with relevant field experiences in their chosen field of study. One or more mentors will be assigned to the intern to provide instruction, guidance and to assess performance. The intern is responsible for observing the functions and processes of the assigned work unit. In addition, the intern may be given selected work assignments to reinforce the learning experience, to assess the performance levels and to provide benefit to the work unit. The intern will be responsible for completing all internship-related assignments and reports for both Mayo and the participating educational facility. The duration and timing of the internship will be arranged with the intern and the sponsoring educational facility. Placement in our internship program does not provide financial assistance with relocation, housing, or transportation. Interns must pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.

Mayo Clinic seeks diverse candidates from undergraduate programs across the country.

Qualified candidates should be self-motivated, creative, and enrolled in an undergraduate program in one of these fields of study: Exercise Science/Physiology; Health/Wellness Promotion; Other related majors. 

Please include the following in your application:

• A complete resume
• A cover letter that includes:
  • career objectives
  • pertinent experiences you have had that might interest those considering your application
  • hours required for your internship
  • anticipated graduation date
• A letter of reference from a Faculty Advisor
• Transcripts (a photocopy is acceptable) from all colleges attended

The selection committee will not review incomplete applications. The applicant is responsible for ensuring all application materials are completed and are received by Mayo Clinic no later than June 1st, 2026.

Anticipated start date for internship will be the 1st or 2nd week of August 2026.

*This is a temporary full-time onsite position supporting the Mayo Clinic Rochester campus.
**This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. 
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law".  Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.