1. Shades for the Future (Freshmen & Sophomores - Virtual) - Open NOW
Accepting Juniors & Seniors as well
A 6-week virtual career exposure program designed to introduce students to healthcare professions across Lurie Children’s Hospital. Students gain leadership development, networking opportunities, and job-readiness skills.
Program Highlights:
Virtual sessions Wednesdays & Thursdays | 5:00–6:30 PM
Targeted to CPS, CPS Charter, & Noble Network students
Certificate awarded upon completion
Must have a 2.75+ GPA, reliable Wi-Fi/device, functioning webcam, and full commitment to the full program
Key Dates:
Mandatory Orientation: Tues., Jan. 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Program Dates: Jan. 28 – Mar. 11, 2026 (Virtual, final day in-person)
Applications Close: Wednesday, Jan.14, 2026 at 11:59 PM
2. Discovering Healthcare Careers (DHC) – Juniors & Seniors - Open NOW
A 6-week paid summer internship providing real-world clinical exposure, morning shadowing, afternoon workshops, professional development, field trips, and CPR certification.
Program Highlights:
Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
Food, transportation, and materials provided
Shadowing across 25+ hospital departments (e.g., Emergency Medicine, Imaging, NICU, Surgery, Pharmacy, PT/OT)
For students aged 17+ by June 22, 2026
Must have 2.75+ GPA and be CPS/Charter/Noble
Key Dates:
Applications open NOW - Nov. 24, 2025 and close Jan. 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Student Orientation: June 18, 2026
Program: June 22 – July 31, 2026
*We are also excited to announce that we are providing Metra passes along with Ventra Cards for this program
3. Opportunities in Successful Careers (OSC) – Juniors & Seniors - Opening Spring 2026
A 5-week summer internship in partnership with CPS/CTE offering paid, entry-level roles at Lurie Children’s along with workforce development and mental health workshops.
Program Highlights:
24 hours/week (120 total hours)
Department placement performing entry-level tasks
Uniforms and materials provided
Must be 17+ by start date, legally authorized to work, CPS/Noble student, and have 2.75+ GPA
Applications open Spring 2026