Summer Healthcare Discovery Program
This 6-week internship experience is designed to expose students to healthcare careers, professional expectations, and the day-to-day operations of a community hospital
Important Dates & Location
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2026
- Application Review Period: May 18, 2026 - May 22, 2026
- Interview Period: May 25, 2026 - May 29, 2026
- Notification of Selected Recipients: June 1, 2026 (by phone)
- Program Dates: June 15, 2026 - July 20, 2026
- Award Banquet: July 24, 2026
- Location: West Ascension Parish Hospital, Donaldsonville, LA
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be high school students who are juniors, seniors, or recently graduated seniors for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Applicants must be available to participate in the full six-week internship program.
- Applicants must have reliable transportation to and from West Ascension Parish Hospital.
- Applicants must demonstrate an interest in healthcare and a willingness to explore both clinical and non-clinical departments throughout the program.
- Applicants must submit all required application components by the stated deadline.
Application Requirements
- Completed application packet.
- One letter of recommendation from a pastor, teacher, counselor, school official, mentor, or employer.
- A typed personal statement of 300 to 500 words.
- GPA verification from a school official or attached transcript/report card, if accepted by the program.
- Signed student and parent / guardian acknowledgments and consent forms.
View and download guidelines and application below:
Summer Healthcare Discovery Program Application
Applications may also be obtained in person at the hospital’s main entrance.
Submit completed applications in person to Kevin Causey, Chief Administrative Officer, no later than May 15, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.