Clinical Career Extender Volunteer Internship Program
The Clinical Career Extender (CCE) volunteer internship provides hands-on hospital experience to high school and college-level students who are interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. CCE interns will serve alongside hospital staff, assisting with patient care, administration and support services. CCE interns provide direct patient care under the direction of appropriate hospital staff, which includes assistance in the provision of a safe, comfortable and confidential environment.
This internship provides students with first-hand knowledge of the various career opportunities in healthcare. Volunteer interns will rotate through different hospital departments at both Palomar Medical Center and Pomerado Hospital every three months in order to gain insight into the variety of career options in healthcare system. Current departments open to Clinical Career Extenders include the Emergency Department, Labor and Delivery, nursing units, and the Operating Room. Additionally, students who are fluent in Spanish may receive specialized training in order to serve as Medical Interpreters and assist in bridging the gap between patients, visitors, and hospital staff.
Time Commitment and Age Requirements:
| Requirement/Responsibilities |
Clinical Career Extenders Level I High School Students |
Clinical Career Extenders Level II College/University Students |
| Initial Orientation/Training |
16 hours |
16 hours |
| Minimum Hours per Week |
4 hours |
4 hours |
| Minimum Age |
16 years old |
18 years old |
| Total Hours for Program Completion |
122 hours |
270 hours |
Join Palomar Pomerado Health’s Pipeline Career Services’ Clinical Career Extender program as we build the workforce from the leaders of today for the hospital of the future!
To Apply: Download the appropriate application and bring your completed application to your scheduled interview.
Click to download the application for Clinical Career Extenders Level I.
Click to download the application for Clinical Career Extenders Level II.
Click here to schedule an appointment.
Applicants without applications or with incomplete applications will not be interviewed.
If you would like more information, please contact the PPH Pipeline Career Services Department at (760) 739-2149 or email at CCEinfo@pph.org.