The 2026 Bridge Year Internship application cycle is now CLOSED! The application for 2027 Bridge Year Interns will open on February 1st, 2026.

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree by the start of internship (Class of 2026 preferred)
  • Applying to MD/DO programs to start medical school in the Fall of 2027
  • Commitment to working 40 hours a week for one year
  • Strong academic record and passion for healthcare
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Must include updated resume, unofficial transcripts, personal statement and MCAT score or date of future test (if applicable)

Ready to Apply?

Please send your updated resume, unofficial transcripts, personal statement* and MCAT score or date of future test (if applicable) to internship.dpss@gmail.com.

*Your personal statement should be one page long (500 words or less) and address one of the following prompts:

  1. Describe why you have an interest in a career as a physician.
  2. Describe an obstacle you have faced and how you have overcome it.
  3. Describe how you will spend your gap year preparing for medical school and why you have chosen those activities.