Students and Residents opportunities
Vancouver Coastal Health is a centre of excellence, providing a broad scope of specialized training and education, in collaboration with our academic partners – for students and practitioners from all health-care disciplines.
At Vancouver Coastal Health, we offer a variety of career pathways and training opportunities for existing students and new graduates.
At Vancouver Coastal Health, we offer a variety of career pathways for both existing students and new graduates. Whether you are looking to gain experience in the workplace, develop your skillset, or explore different clinical areas, we have something that will fit your needs. With our range of job opportunities and guidance, you can be sure to find the perfect fit for you.
Student Practice Education
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), Providence Health Care (PHC), Fraser Health Authority (FHA), Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) and Interior Health Authority (IHA) are committed to offering students quality practice education opportunities.
To improve student support and infrastructure the health authorities have collaborated to develop an online core orientation for students and faculty accessing all lower mainland health authorities.
Nursing student and training opportunities
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Employed Student Nurse (ESN) Program
Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 Employed Student Nurse (ESN) and Em…
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New Grad Nurse jobs
Vancouver Coastal Health’s (VCH) New Grad Program offers new Registered Nurses …
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Regional Perioperative Education Program (RPEP)
Interested in a career in the Operating Room (OR)? Then the Regional Perioperat…
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Regional Home Health Education Program (RHHEP)
The RHHEP is a joint project between the Professional Practice and Clinical Edu…
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Registered Nurse training opportunities
Earn while you learn! Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) offers employer-paid educa…
Allied Health opportunities
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Employed Student Respiratory Therapist Program (ESRT)
With opportunities to work in high acuity and critical care units, community ou…
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Psychology practicum opportunities
Vancouver Coastal Health offers Psychology Practicum placements for students cu…
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Clinical Psychology Residency
The program is accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association.
Other disciplines
Are you a new graduate looking for a job at VCH? VCH offers plenty of opportunities for recent graduates to start their career. With its wide range of job openings, from clinical positions to administrative roles, there is sure to be something that meets your needs.
Where applicable, health-care professionals must be registered with the appropriate regulatory body at the time of start date. Please see our Professional Registration page if you are not currently registered to practice in British Columbia (B.C).
Requesting student placements
Depending on your discipline and the type of opportunity you're seeking, the process and requirements will vary. Review the categories below to determine the correct path forward.
