Program overview

Program length: 5 months
Class size: 2 students per cohort
Cohort: 2 per year
Location: Jacksonville, Florida

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Radiology Technology Internship in Jacksonville, Florida, is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of postgraduate radiography students and practicing radiographers. The program provides structured didactic and clinical training to ensure readiness for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) MRI certification exam. The curriculum reflects significant clinical experience, individualized didactics, and access to experienced faculty.  

The internship prepares you for a career in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) by providing a high-quality curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, a diverse patient population, and a favorable faculty-to-student ratio, all in an environment supporting the service values of Mayo Clinic. 

What makes training at Mayo Clinic unique is the multidisciplinary approach that is valued among physicians, nurses, technologists, and other health professionals. Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, is a Destination Medical Center with national certifications as a comprehensive stroke center and a designated comprehensive cancer center.

Program highlights

• Program will provide a comprehensive clinical experience that meets or exceeds the ARRT Clinical Competency Requirements.
• Program will provide access to the required ARRT Structured Education Requirements.

Graduation and certification

Learners who successfully complete the program are eligible to sit for the ARRT magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) registry, which provides graduates with nationally recognized credentials to practice magnetic resonance imaging radiology. Individual states may have other requirements.

Admissions requirements

The program name admits four trainees each year (two cohorts of two) on a competitive basis.

Prerequisites

• Must be a registered technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
• The ideal candidate is a new or experienced technologist interested in a career in magnetic resonance imaging.

Candidates are selected based on grades and work experience, as well as volunteer experience, leadership qualities, and representation of personal qualities and skills.

Application process

Application instructions

Complete the following steps to apply:

1. Create an account to begin the online Application for Admission 
   • Select – Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences
   • Select – Magnetic Resonance Imaging Internship
2. Complete each section of the application and submit
3. After submission, view the required Supplemental Items and Documents
   • Upload each required item in the Supplemental Items section
   • Complete the Recommendation Request section

Additional required items 

• CV/resume
• Essay
  • Mayo Clinic is well known for its RICH TIES (Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Healing, Teamwork, Innovation, Excellence, and Stewardship). What makes you interested in the MRI Technician Internship Program at Mayo Clinic and how do your experiences align with the RICH TIES of Mayo Clinic?
• Verification of current ARRT certification
  • Visit the ARRT Verify Credentials website and enter your name into the Search Online Directory tool. You will be able to view results and save a PDF copy of the verification to upload.
• One professional recommendation is required and must be completed in the Recommendation Request section. The recommender will receive an email with a link to complete a rating form and recommendation.
• Unofficial college transcripts, including credits and grades from your most recent quarter or semester, may be uploaded in the Supplemental Items area for application purposes. High school transcripts are not required.

Note: Incomplete applications, or applications postmarked electronically submitted outside of the application time frame, may not be processed. Program information and application materials are updated each year and therefore are not valid for subsequent applications.

If accepted, official transcripts will need to be emailed or mailed directly to the program.

Interview process

Applicants considered for an acceptance will be invited to Mayo Clinic's campus in Jacksonville, Florida, for a personal interview with the program director and selected faculty.

Acceptance

Appointment letters will be sent via email or mail. If accepted, your reply is expected within two weeks.

Tuition and financial aid

Stipend

Interns will receive a bi-weekly stipend of $2,022.54. Our weeks are from Wednesday to Tuesday over the course of the program. There are no tuition fees.

Benefits

The internship will include a full package of benefits, which includes medical insurance coverage.

Living expenses

Living expenses such as transportation, housing, and meals are the responsibility of the student.

Accreditation information

See accreditation information for Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.