Elementary

Discover a wide variety of health careers and the connection to wellness, science, skills and knowledge. Learn about real-life people in the health care neighborhood.

Advisors and Consultants to Local School Districts

Aspire by Sanford strengthens relationships by collaborating with school districts to provide guidance and expertise in health career exploration. We seek opportunities to serve on advisory boards or program committees.

BeHEARD for Educators

BeHEARD (Behavioral Health Education, Awareness and Response Development) for Educators is an interactive training designed to help educators and school staff recognize and respond to behavioral health concerns in youth ages 10–17. The course provides practical, easy to use tools—including the REACH OUT method—and supports participants through a blend of self paced online modules and a live virtual session. An optional professional development credit is also available. Learn more here.

Career Day

Aspire by Sanford can be invited to career days to represent a variety of healthcare career areas.

Classroom Visits

Aspire by Sanford can provide guest speakers to share experiences in Sanford Health career fields and other topics of expertise.

Community Partnerships

Aspire by Sanford partners with community organizations to bring healthcare career exploration opportunities to the communities we serve. We welcome collaboration with organizations interested in providing meaningful experiences such as facility tours, classroom visits, presentations, and participation in community events.

If your organization serves individuals interested in learning more about health care careers, we encourage you to connect with us to explore partnership opportunities.

Sanford Fit

Sanford Fit is a health activation program developed to empower children and parents to make healthy lifestyle choices to help prevent childhood obesity. The program offers hundreds of free online resources and supports educators, parents, and communities with easy-to-teach lessons, videos, printables and more. All resources are designed to engage students in fun and meaningful ways. Learn more at fit.sanfordhealth.org.

Sanford PROMISE

Our STEM education outreach team is dedicated to creating authentic science experiences that instill a passion for science at an early age and stimulate students to become tomorrow's problem solvers and future innovators. Students can visit the community laboratory learning space at Sanford Research, tour state-of-the art research laboratories, or find free online resources https://research.sanfordhealth.org/sanford-promise.

Service and Activity Opportunities in Long-Term Care

Build lasting relationships with residents and staff through a variety of volunteer opportunities. Find a Good Samaritan location near you at good-sam.com/locations.

Summer Camps

Aspire by Sanford camp programs offer students an opportunity to engage with health care professionals and have fun with their peers! Camps are a great way for students to develop their skills and explore careers.

Middle/ Junior High School

Explore health careers while learning more about interests, strengths, and values unique to you. See the big picture and begin to map your future!

Advisors and Consultants to Local School Districts

Aspire by Sanford strengthens relationships by collaborating with middle schools to provide guidance and expertise in health career exploration. We seek opportunities to serve on advisory boards or program committees.

BeHEARD for Educators

BeHEARD (Behavioral Health Education, Awareness and Response Development) for Educators is an interactive training designed to help educators and school staff recognize and respond to behavioral health concerns in youth ages 10–17. The course provides practical, easy to use tools—including the REACH OUT method—and supports participants through a blend of self paced online modules and a live virtual session. An optional professional development credit is also available. Learn more here.

Career Exploration Camps

Aspire by Sanford camp programs offer middle school students an opportunity to engage with health care professionals and have fun with their peers! Camps are a great way for students to develop their skills and explore careers.

Career Day

Aspire by Sanford can be invited to career days to represent a variety of healthcare career areas.

Career Fair

Similar to a college fair, representatives from different areas of healthcare would be available to discuss students' career fields and journey. A career brochure and “questions to ask” guide will be provided.

Classroom Visits

Aspire by Sanford can provide guest speakers to share experiences in Sanford Health career fields and other topics of expertise.

Community Partnerships

Aspire by Sanford partners with community organizations to bring healthcare career exploration opportunities to the communities we serve. We welcome collaboration with organizations interested in providing meaningful experiences such as facility tours, classroom visits, presentations, and participation in community events.

If your organization serves individuals interested in learning more about health care careers, we encourage you to connect with us to explore partnership opportunities.

Sanford Fit

Sanford Fit is a health activation program developed to empower children and parents to make healthy lifestyle choices to help prevent childhood obesity. The program offers hundreds of free online resources and supports educators, parents, and communities with easy-to-teach lessons, videos, printables and more. All resources are designed to engage students in fun and meaningful ways. Learn more at fit.sanfordhealth.org.

Sanford PROMISE

Our STEM education outreach team is dedicated to creating authentic science experiences that instill a passion for science at an early age and stimulate students to become tomorrow's problem solvers and future innovators. Students can visit the community laboratory learning space at Sanford Research, tour state-of-the art research laboratories, or find free online resources https://research.sanfordhealth.org/sanford-promise.

Service and Activity Opportunities in Long-Term Care

Build lasting relationships with residents and staff through a variety of volunteer opportunities. Find a Good Samaritan location near you at good-sam.com/locations.

Speed Learning with Sanford Professionals

Aspire by Sanford will coordinate to have each student matched with a professional and given time to ask and learn about his or her career field. Students will have the opportunity to meet with each professional.

High School

Experience a day in the life of health career professionals through specialized programs offering hands-on activities, informational interviews, panel discussions and more.

Advisors and Consultants to Local School Districts

Aspire by Sanford strengthens relationships by collaborating with high schools to provide guidance and expertise in health career exploration. We seek opportunities to serve on advisory boards or program committees.

BeHEARD for Educators

BeHEARD (Behavioral Health Education, Awareness and Response Development) for Educators is an interactive training designed to help educators and school staff recognize and respond to behavioral health concerns in youth ages 10–17. The course provides practical, easy to use tools—including the REACH OUT method—and supports participants through a blend of self paced online modules and a live virtual session. An optional professional development credit is also available. Learn more here.

Career Coaching

Aspire by Sanford consultants are certified career development coaches that are available to guide students in personal goal development, resume building and interviewing skills while helping to explore individual gifts and aptitudes.

Career Exploration Camps

Aspire by Sanford camps provide health career exploration to high school students, through hands-on activities and classes. Sanford partners with local colleges and universities. Camp eligibility varies by location.

Classroom to Careers

This Aspire by Sanford program is a community-wide partnership designed to empower students to envision their future and take steps to make it a reality. Students in this program can earn free dual credits while exploring different career options.

Community Partnerships

Aspire by Sanford partners with community organizations to bring healthcare career exploration opportunities to the communities we serve. We welcome collaboration with organizations interested in providing meaningful experiences such as facility tours, classroom visits, presentations, and participation in community events.

If your organization serves individuals interested in learning more about health care careers, we encourage you to connect with us to explore partnership opportunities.

Scholarships

Through the generosity of many donors, we can award scholarships to Sanford Health and Good Samaritan employees pursuing post-secondary education.

Find scholarship information here: https://sanfordcareers.com/education-assistance/

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Courses

Bismarck: To learn more about EMT offerings, contact Kelli Sears at kelli.sears@sanfordhealth.org.

Fargo: EMT classes can be attended in a variety of formats. Visit the following website for more information: https://www.sanfordhealthemseducation.org/.

Fargo: EMT classes can be attended in a variety of formats. Visit the following website for more information: https://www.sanfordemseducation.org.

Healthcare Career Conference

Curious about a future in health care but not sure where to start? The Aspire by Sanford High School Healthcare Careers Conference offers an opportunity to explore a wide range of careers, connect with professionals, and learn about education and training pathways you may not have considered.

This experience is designed to help individuals gain insight into the many possibilities within healthcare.

Click here to view more details about the conference.

HOSA (Future Health Professionals) Chapter

HOSA is an international student organization that promotes career opportunities in healthcare. Aspire by Sanford partners with local high schools to begin or enhance HOSA chapters within our communities. Find State HOSA chapter information at hosa.org.

Internships

In collaboration with local schools and community partners, Aspire by Sanford connects learners to clinical and non-clinical internship opportunities across Sanford Health. These experiences are designed to help individuals explore career interests, build practical skills, and take meaningful steps toward future career pathways in healthcare.

Job Shadowing

Aspire by Sanford offers job shadow opportunities for individuals interested in exploring careers in healthcare. This opportunity to open to Juniors in high school or above. A job shadow is a 1–8-hour observational experience that allows participants to learn about a specific job by spending time with a seasoned professional in their field. This program provides a unique chance to see patient care in action, gain insight into daily responsibilities, and ask questions about the role.

Click here to view more and apply for a job shadow opportunity.

MedX Program

This program offers health career exploration for high school students. Sessions are hosted at Sanford Health facilities and include a variety of presentations, tours and hands-on activities. Virtual and in-person opportunities available.

Part-time Jobs

Students aged 16 and older can consider part-time employment at Sanford Health and Good Samaritan. Search current opportunities in your area here: https://sanfordcareers.com/.

PROMISE Scholars Summer Internship

This unique 10-week research internship offers a total-immersion experience in real-time laboratory research at Sanford for motivated high school students entering their senior year with an aptitude for biomedical sciences. Participants earn credits at the University of South Dakota and are awarded a scholarship. Visit the website at https://research.sanfordhealth.org/academic-programs/k-12-programs/high-school-research-scholars-program

Research Observation

This program is designed to allow high school students ages 16+ the opportunity to explore career options within research. Students spend time with research staff during part of their routine day in one of our biomedical research laboratories located in Sioux Falls, SD and experience the workplace setting as well as the duties performed by research staff. Visit the website at https://research.sanfordhealth.org/academic-programs/research-shadowing-program for additional information or to apply.

Sanford PROMISE

The Sanford PROMISE education team is able to connect high school students with authentic scientific research experiences so they can explore career opportunities in research. Students can visit the community laboratory learning space at Sanford Research, tour state-of-the art research laboratories or find free online resources at https://research.sanfordhealth.org/sanford-promise.

School Visits

Aspire by Sanford can provide guest speakers to share experiences in Sanford Health career fields and other topics of expertise. Formats may include speed learning, panel discussions, career fair, hands-on demonstrations, and more. Virtual and in-person opportunities available.

Service and Activity Opportunities in Long-Term Care

Build lasting relationships with residents and staff through a variety of volunteer opportunities. Find a Good Samaritan location near you at https://www.good-sam.com/locations

Sponsorships

Sanford Health partners with many schools across the Midwest to provide sponsorships for students advancing their career goals in areas of high demand. For select, high-demand healthcare professions, sponsorships for tuition and other expenses are provided in exchange for a specified work commitment at Sanford Health. Find sponsorship information here: https://sanfordcareers.com/student-financial-support-paid-training/

Stop the Bleed

This course is offered to students and community members interested in acquiring basic life-saving skills to control bleeding during an emergency. The course instructs participants on how to control bleeding with life threatening risks.

Teen Science Café

Offered by Sanford PROMISE, this program is a fun way for teens to explore the advances in science and technology affecting their lives. Teens and STEM experts engage in conversations and conduct hands-on activities to explore a topic. Contact sanfordoutreach@sanfordhealth.org for more information or to get involved.

Tours

Aspire by Sanford provides tours on a case-by-case basis.

Volunteer Opportunities

A variety of volunteering opportunities are offered to students ages 16+. Volunteering allows students to gain experience in healthcare and make a difference in the lives of patients and families while supporting the mission and vision of Sanford Health. Find local opportunities here: https://www.sanfordhealth.org/volunteer-opportunities

Higher Education

Develop relationships, skills and knowledge through one-of-a-kind programs featuring lectures, tours and simulations from Sanford health care professionals.

Administrator in Training

Offered through Good Samaritan, the Administrator in Training program lasts between six to nine months. This paid experience engages trainees as an “apprentice” to grow and develop as a professional. The training includes guidance by a licensed and experienced preceptor at one of Good Samaritan locations throughout the country. The training includes clinical experience in a senior care and living services environment and intensive classroom instruction. Upon successful completion of the Administrator in Training program, students will be eligible for an administrator role with Good Samaritan.

Click here to find out more: https://sanfordcareers.com/administrator-in-training/

Post-Secondary Career Fairs

Sanford Health sourcing specialists participate in career fairs with several academic partners and other agencies across the United States. Career fairs provide students with information regarding job opportunities at Sanford Health.

Find our career events here: https://sanfordcareers.com/events/

For academic institutions, please reach out here: talent@sanfordhealth.org

Post-Secondary Classroom Visits

Sanford Health sourcing specialists host classroom visits with several academic partners. Often, a representative from the field of study (i.e. nursing, medical laboratory technology, etc.) accompanies the sourcing team to provide real-life discussions. Classroom visits provide students with easy access to Sanford Health representatives for questions and offer consultation on resume writing and interview tips.

For academic institutions, please reach out here: talent@sanfordhealth.org

Clinical Partnerships, Clinical Rotations and Practicums/p>

Sanford Health partners with primary and post-secondary academic institutions to develop creative and innovative programming that advances workforce development needs. Through established affiliation agreements with hundreds of academic partners across the United States, Sanford Health serves as a clinical site for students as they progress toward their career goals.

Sanford Health provides clinical placements and preceptor-guided practicum experiences for Nursing, Allied Health, and Advanced Practice students across a broad range of specialty settings, including Acute, Ambulatory, and Long-Term Care. These partnerships support hands-on learning experiences that prepare students to enter the health care workforce with confidence and competence.

For questions regarding clinical partnerships, rotations, or practicum placements, please contact the Sanford Health Service Center at 1-877-949-5678, option 1, to be connected with the appropriate team.

Collegiate Aspire by Sanford MedX Program (Fargo, ND)

This program offers a deeper look into health care for college students enrolled in a pre-health care degree. Sessions include presentations, tours, lectures and simulation. Opportunities for observation in selected, less frequented areas are also offered. Contact Susie Munyer at Susan.Munyer@sanfordhealth.org.

Scholarships

Through the generosity of many donors, we can award scholarships to Sanford Health and Good Samaritan employees pursuing post-secondary education.

Find scholarship information here: https://sanfordcareers.com/education-assistance/

Find scholarship information here: https://sanfordcareers.com/education-assistance/

Entry Level Jobs

Entry level jobs for students are a great way to learn about the culture at Sanford Health while gaining experience in the healthcare setting. Entry level jobs can be clinical or non-clinical in nature. The Sanford Health Human Resources team can assist students in finding a flexible position while attending school. Join our talent community here: https://sanfordcareers.com/talent-community/

Job Shadowing

Aspire by Sanford offers job shadow opportunities for individuals interested in exploring careers in healthcare. This opportunity to open to Juniors in high school or above. A job shadow is a 1–8-hour observational experience that allows participants to learn about a specific job by spending time with a seasoned professional in their field. This program provides a unique chance to see patient care in action, gain insight into daily responsibilities, and ask questions about the role.

Click here to view more and apply for a job shadow opportunity.

Non-clinical Internships

Non-clinical internships provide opportunities in Administrative, Financial, Marketing, Human Resources, Information Technology, Supply Chain, Research, Quality and Risk Management, and Wellness.

Connect with us here: talent@sanfordhealth.org

Sanford Student Nursing Internships

Paid nursing internships provide students the opportunity to advance their confidence and competence by working alongside nursing preceptors during summer prior to their graduation. Sanford nurse interns can participate in extended internships during the school year to further develop nursing skills.

Connect with us here: talent@sanfordhealth.org

Sanford Hosted Events

Sanford Health Hosted Events allow students to connect directly with leaders and provide a space for conversations and on-the-spot interviews. HR personnel are available to help with applications at the event and answer any questions the candidate may have.

Find our career events here: https://sanfordcareers.com/events/

Sanford Research Graduate Programs

Each year, we accept new students to perform their graduate research at Sanford Research through programs at the University of South Dakota and South Dakota State University. Train with national research leaders with expertise in vast disciplines including biochemistry, cellular biology, developmental biology, neuroscience, genetics and more.

Find out more here: https://research.sanfordhealth.org/academic-programs/graduate-programs

Sponsorships

Sanford Health partners with many schools across the Midwest to provide sponsorships for students advancing their career goals in areas of high demand. For select, high-demand healthcare professions, sponsorships for tuition and other expenses are provided in exchange for a specified work commitment at Sanford Health.

Find sponsorship information here: https://sanfordcareers.com/student-financial-support-paid-training/.

SPUR (Sanford Program for Undergraduate Research)

SPUR provides research opportunities for undergraduate students interested in research careers. This dynamic summer program allows students to apply classroom knowledge by working in a laboratory under the supervision of a principal investigator and interacting with research teams that include graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. In addition to obtaining research experience in state-of-the-art facilities, students will attend weekly career and professional development workshops, and build their presentation and communication skills through scientific presentations. Learn more at http://research.sanfordhealth.org/academic-programs/undergraduates/spur.

Virtual Hosted Events

Sanford Health and Good Samaritan Virtual Hosted Events allow job seekers to join an event from their personal computer or mobile device in the comfort of their own space. The Sourcing team is available to chat and answer questions about our organization, departments, benefits, job opportunities, etc.

Find our career events here: https://sanfordcareers.com/events/

Volunteer Opportunities

A variety of volunteering opportunities are offered to students ages 16+. Volunteering allows students to gain experience in healthcare and make a difference in the lives of patients and families while supporting the mission and vision of Sanford Health. Find local opportunities here: https://www.sanfordhealth.org/volunteer-opportunities