California Pacific Medical Center
Margaret Page Summer Internship Program
Take an exciting step to expand your healthcare knowledge. The Margaret Page Summer Internship Program, offered by Advanced Organ Therapies at CPMC, gives college undergraduates real-world experience to supplement academic learning. Started in 2010, the program hosts interns yearly.
The 2026 Application Window
The 2026 application window is from October 1st, 2025 – December 31st, 2025.
What You’ll Experience
Interns split their time between a mentored case study presentation and clinical observation in numerous specialties.
Case Presentation
As the capstone of the internship experience, the Clinical Case Presentation allows students to demonstrate their understanding of real-world medical cases through guided mentorship and independent research.
Each student works one-on-one with a physician mentor to:
- Analyze a real patient case.
- Investigate the clinical background, diagnostic process, and treatment plan
- Explore relevant pathophysiology, evidence-based guidelines, and differential diagnoses.
- Create a structured, academic-style case presentation poster.
- Students present their cases in a formal setting to an audience that may include physicians, medical students, and peers. This presentation emphasizes clarity, clinical reasoning, and professional communication, preparing students for future roles in medical education and patient care.
Clinical Observation
You will experience various specialties each week and you will be exposed to medical, operative, and interventional specialties.
Cutting Edge Medical Care
CPMC in San Francisco is a top medical center in the U.S with access to advanced resources and diverse patient populations.
Formative Experiences
The possibility of making lasting relationships with leaders in their field and healthcare professionals.
Exceptional Mentors
Past interns have pursued successful medical careers and credit the program with shaping them as healthcare professionals.
Who Can Apply
- A college undergraduate (rising sophomore, junior or senior) who is a citizen of the United States.
- 18 years or older.
Pursuing a degree in a healthcare discipline including doctor, nurse, pharmacist, social work, physical therapist, healthcare administration, etc.
Application Requirements
- Please submit a complete application by December 31st, 2025.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
A current CV outlining your academic background, extracurricular involvement, work experience, and any relevant achievements. - Letter of Recommendation
A letter from an individual who can speak to your character, integrity, and work ethic. This does not need to be from a professor or academic mentor—it may be from a high school teacher, employer, coach, or other professional acquaintance who knows you well. - Short Answer Responses
Responses to the application questions, compiled into a single PDF document. Each response should be no more than 150 words.
Please note: We recognize AI tools are proliferating and are used widely. Please utilize AI as a 'thought partner' instead of seeking AI to write your responses. We observe trends in responses and run the submissions through AI detection software. Please use AI responsibly. - Unofficial Transcript
A recent unofficial transcript reflecting your academic performance.
Application Schedule
The application window will open on October 1st, 2025, and close December 30th, 2025. The committee will review all applications and request interviews from a select number of students in February 2026. Acceptance letters will be sent out no later than April 3rd, 2026.
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Contact Us
Mary Thornton, Clinical Research Coordinator
Email: MegPageIntershipCPMC@sutterhealth.org
Phone: 415-600-3988