Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Medical Explorers

Explore Your Potential - Careers in Healthcare!

Have you ever thought about a career in healthcare? Did you know there are dozens of different professions in healthcare that vary from direct patient care to business administration to leadership and management? The Medical Explorers Program offered by Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital will help high school students explore the myriad professions within healthcare. If you have ever thought about a career in healthcare, apply for the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Medical Explorers Program today!

The Medical Explorers Program Will Resume in the Summer of 2025


Weekly Programs Include:

  • Meet our expert panelists across a variety of healthcare professions. Hear about their jobs, ask questions about their day-to-day work, and learn more about a career in healthcare.
  • The Medical Explorers Program will meet on Tuesday afternoons from 4 to 5 p.m. from June 3 to August 5.

Medical Explorer Requirements:

  • Must be at least a sophomore in high school
  • $50 registration for in-person program allows you to attend all 10 dates, including hands-on sessions and Medical Explorer polo shirt
    • To be paid via check, money order, or cash by the first session
  • $25 virtual registration allows you to attend lecture sessions only (no polo shirt)
    • Paid using credit card information on registration form
  • Must be able to commit to attending weekly meetings
  • Parent/legal guardian permission form must be signed
  • Applications due by 5/1/2025

Applications for the summer 2025 program are now open! Please click here to download Application Form.

Sample Topics from Summer 2024 Program

  • Pediatric Medical Specialties
  • Pediatric Surgical Specialties
  • Anesthesia and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
  • Nursing
  • Advanced Practice Nursing
  • OR nursing and scrub techs
  • Therapy Services and Rehab
  • Behavioral Health/Psychology
  • Social Work and Case Management
  • Hospital Administration

If you have any questions, please contact the Medical Explorers Program at MedicalExplorers@jh.edu.