Gap Year Intern / Clinical Medical Assistant

University of Maryland School of Medicine – Department of Dermatology
Gap Year Intern Program - Effective immediately – ongoing

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine offers a highly competitive Gap Year Intern Program for recent college graduates preparing to enter medical or other health professional schools. This is a full-time, paid internship, and a two-year commitment is preferred.   As a Gap Year Intern / Clinical Medical Assistant, you will become a vital member of a high-functioning academic medical team. Interns gain extensive hands-on clinical experience, working closely with top physicians and researchers—including Dr. Shawn Kwatra, Joseph W. Burnett Endowed Professor and Chairman of Dermatology. Participants rotate through general, medical, and surgical dermatology services while developing patient care skills applicable across all specialties.

 Program Highlights:

1. One-on-one mentorship from physicians and clinical staff
2. Strong letters of recommendation
3. Immersion in a dynamic academic dermatology department
4. Exposure to clinical research and innovation
5. Excellent preparation for medical or health professional school applications

 We are especially interested in applicants with scribing and EPIC experience. If you are energetic, eager to learn, and looking to join a supportive, high-performing team, we encourage you to apply.

Graduated by May, 2025 for consideration.

Application Information:   Given the limited number of available positions, early application is strongly encouraged. Please send your CV and a brief statement of interest to:

Jacob Strauch – strauch.jacob@som.umaryland.edu

Pamela Pfeifer – papfeifer@som.umaryland.edu

Dr. Shawn Kwatra – skwatra@som.umaryland.edu