Jaylie Hohman

Hospital Internship / Study Abroad Program

Portugal | Summer 2026 | 100 total hours, 25 hours/week

Selected to complete a hospital-based internship while studying abroad in Portugal, gaining exposure to healthcare delivery in an international setting.

• Will observe healthcare professionals in daily patient care, clinical communication, and hospital operations.
• Will practice taking patient histories and learning how healthcare providers gather important information to support patient care.
• Will gain exposure to new healthcare skills, medical terminology, and interdisciplinary teamwork in an international hospital setting.
• Will strengthen cultural awareness, adaptability, and professionalism while learning in a healthcare environment.

AdventHealth Birth Center

Shawnee Mission, Kansas

• Observed labor and delivery care and learned how nurses support patients during childbirth and postpartum recovery.
• Gained exposure to sterile procedures, newborn care education, and patient-centered nursing support for new parents.
• Learned the importance of compassionate communication with patients and families during important stages of care.

The Dentists in Lawrence

Lawrence, Kansas

• Observed patient interactions, dental procedures, and infection-control practices in a clinical setting.
• Learned the names and uses of common dental tools and clinical equipment.
• Gained exposure to patient communication, dental bridge procedures, and the layout of a healthcare office.

• Basic Life Support Certification
• KU Chancellor Merit Scholarship
• Jane Benton French Scholarship
• University of Kansas Academic Dean’s List