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Dietetic Internship Program

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be in the military to apply? 
You do not need to be in the military, have served, or have family in the military to apply.

Do you provide RD Exam preparation?
Yes! Our program includes RD Exam prep throughout the year. Interns also benefit from practice tests, study resources, and mentorship from preceptors and program staff.

What is your RD Exam pass rate?
We’re proud to have maintained a 100% one-year pass rate for over 40 years.

Do you provided housing for interns?
No, interns are responsible for securing and paying for their own housing. Our program staff can provide general guidance on areas near the hospital but does not arrange housing.

Is there access to health benefits?
Yes. Interns have the option to enroll in health, dental, and vision insurance through the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program.

Is parking available and is it free?
Yes, interns have access to parking on site, and it is completely free.

Is there public transportation?
The public transportation in Tampa is limited, we highly recommend having access to a car for the Internship.

Are there projects to complete outside of the scheduled rotation hours?
Yes, interns participate in additional projects beyond their rotations, including evidence based practice projects, case studies, research or quality improvement initiatives, and evidence analysis projects. Some interns are able to publish their work at the end of the year (some examples listed below). These projects are designed to strengthen professional skills, reinforce critical thinking, and prepare interns for future rode as registered dietitians. Interns are given time to work on these projects during work hours at least once per week.
 
How are research projects selected?  And what are a few examples?
Each dietetic intern will select an applied research or quality improvement project from a list created by preceptors.  During research week, the project protocols are developed and a timeline is created.  During the last month of the dietetic internship, oral and poster presentations are created and presented to 50-200 clinicians.  Many projects result in publication as highlighted below.

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