Rehabilitation Intern (Summer Internship)
Outpatient – Bronson Lifestyle Improvement & Research Center (BLIRC), Kalamazoo
Location: Bronson Lifestyle Improvement & Research Center Schedule: Full‑time, First Shift Weekly Hours: 40 Requisition ID: JOB48754
Love Where You Work
Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient, and strong. Guided by Positivity, we strive to be our best for our patients, our colleagues, and our community. If you’re ready to grow your skills in a supportive, patient‑centered environment, this internship is an excellent opportunity.
Why This Role
Outpatient rehabilitation offers a unique chance to see patient progress unfold over time. At BLIRC, you’ll work alongside rehabilitation professionals who help patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence. You’ll experience how consistency, coaching, and connection shape recovery in an outpatient setting.
Why Now
This internship gives you a front‑row seat to long‑term patient progress. You’ll observe how therapists develop and adjust treatment plans, support patients through multiple visits, and guide them toward meaningful goals. It’s an ideal experience if you’re preparing for a career in rehabilitation or planning to pursue graduate education.
What’s In It for You
- Full‑time, structured summer internship
- Hands‑on exposure to outpatient rehabilitation at BLIRC
- Opportunities to observe patient progress across multiple visits
- Experience working closely with Physical and Occupational Therapists
- Insight into exercise progression, patient education, and goal‑setting
- Exposure to a wellness‑focused, patient‑centered environment
- Mentorship from experienced outpatient rehab clinicians
- A strong foundation for PT, OT, or other healthcare career paths
What You’ll Be Doing
- Support therapists with non‑billable patient care activities
- Assist with therapeutic exercises and activities under supervision
- Prepare treatment areas, equipment, and materials
- Observe evaluations, treatment planning, and patient progression
- Assist with patient flow including escorting and preparing patients
- Document exercises and interactions in the EMR (as appropriate)
- Maintain a clean, organized environment
- Stock supplies and ensure equipment is ready for daily use
- Provide excellent customer service to patients and visitors
- Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling support and phone coverage
What You’ll Bring
- Interest in rehabilitation or a healthcare‑related career path
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort engaging with patients
- Curiosity about exercise progression, recovery, and patient outcomes
- Ability to follow direction and support therapist‑driven care plans
- Positive, professional, team‑oriented attitude
- Reliability and attention to detail
- Comfort working with patients across a variety of ages and conditions
What to Expect
This is a full‑time, day‑shift internship in a collaborative outpatient environment. You’ll interact with many patients throughout your internship—often multiple times—giving you a meaningful view into how relationships, consistency, and clinical decision‑making influence long‑term outcomes. The pace is steady, supportive, and patient‑focused, with opportunities to learn and grow each day.
This experience is ideal for individuals who enjoy building connections and are interested in the ongoing journey of recovery.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Current enrollment in (or intent to pursue) a healthcare or rehabilitation‑related program preferred (Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Pre‑PT, Pre‑OT, etc.)
Additional Requirements
- Basic medical terminology preferred
- Comfort using computers and EMR systems
- Ability to assist with patient mobility and light physical tasks