Internships

UF College of Dentistry

Internships

Internship programs provide structured, hands-on experience designed for undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and early-career dental professionals. Participants gain exposure to research, clinical environments, mentorship, and academic scholarship at the University of Florida College of Dentistry. The program is intended to strengthen academic and professional development, offering valuable experience for those exploring careers in dentistry or preparing for advanced training programs.

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Undergraduate and Post‑Baccalaureate Student Internship


Undergraduate 6-Month Internship

6-Month Undergraduate Internship Program in Dental Materials Research

Undergraduate students and post‑baccalaureate students who have completed at least two semesters of undergraduate study by the program start date.
Application Deadline: June 30
Program Dates: July 1 – January 1
Location: Gainesville, Florida

Advanced Education 1-Year Internships


ADVANCED EDUCATION 1-YEAR INTERNship

Dental Biomaterials Sciences & Research

For US and International Dentists and Dental Scholars
Application Deadline: January 31
Program Dates: July 1 – June 30
Location: Gainesville, Florida

ADVANCED EDUCATION 1-YEAR INTERNship

Oral Pathology

For US and International Dentists and Dental Scholars
Application Deadline: January 31
Program Dates: July 1 – June 30
Location: Gainesville, Florida

ADVANCED EDUCATION 1-year internship

Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology

Not accepting applicants for the 2026-2027 cycle.

ADVANCED EDUCATION 1-YEAR INTERNship

Orthodontics

For US and International Dentists and Dental Scholars
Application Deadline: January 31
Program Dates: July 1 – June 30
Location: Gainesville, Florida

ADVANCED EDUCATION 1-YEAR INTERNship

Prosthodontics

For US and International Dentists and Dental Scholars
Application Deadline: January 31
Program Dates: July 1 – June 30
Location: Gainesville, Florida


Advanced Dental Education

Completing an Internship

These programs are not intended to prepare individuals to practice a specialty. It is expected that the individuals will return to their practice or country after gaining insights and improving their experience in a specialized area for practice, teaching and patient benefit. These programs are not eligible for federal financial aid. The University of Florida does not certify private educational loans for these programs. Students are responsible for securing their own funding. Participation in this program is for educational purposes only and does not guarantee admission to the D.M.D. program, a postgraduate residency, or any other program. Acceptance into this program is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and, if applicable, appropriate visa authorization. As a continuing education offering, this program is not recorded on the University of Florida Registrar’s records. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis once complete. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

*The University of Florida does not certify federal or private loans for Internships, Fellowships, or Preceptorships. Visit the Office of Admissions for more information.

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University of Florida is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org

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