Internship Program
Hands-On Training for
Future Acupuncturists
We partner with accredited acupuncture and Oriental medicine programs to offer comprehensive clinical internships — bridging classroom learning with real patient care.
Why intern with us
A clinical environment built for growth
Acupuncture Healing Center has been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chicago for over 30 years. Our three-location practice gives interns exposure to a wide range of patient presentations, clinical settings, and treatment approaches — all under the guidance of our experienced licensed team.
We work directly with accredited acupuncture colleges to fulfill their clinical hour requirements. Whether you are completing your first supervised hours or finishing your final clinical rotations, our team is invested in your development as a practitioner.
30+
Years of clinical practice
3
Clinic locations
9
Licensed practitioners
2
Affiliated schools
What you gain
Program highlights
Diverse Clinical Experience
Work alongside licensed practitioners with a varied patient caseload spanning pain management, internal medicine, women's health, dermatology, and more — all under direct clinical supervision.
Expert Mentorship
Learn diagnosis, treatment planning, and day-to-day clinic operations directly from our experienced team of licensed acupuncturists and herbalists with decades of combined practice.
Traditional & Modern Approaches
Gain exposure to the full breadth of Traditional Chinese Medicine — acupuncture, herbal medicine, Tui Na, cupping, and integrative care — in an active multi-location clinical setting.
Collaborative Learning Environment
Join a team that is committed to holistic healing and patient-centered care. We foster an environment where questions are encouraged and learning never stops.
Affiliated schools
Schools we work with
Chicago College of Oriental Medicine
Downtown Chicago — 180 N Michigan Ave, STE 1919, Chicago, IL 60601
An accredited college offering acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and wellness programs in the heart of Chicago. Acupuncture Healing Center is an official affiliate — our practitioners serve as instructors and our clinics provide supervised internship placements.
Visit websiteMidwest College of Oriental Medicine
Racine, WI · Skokie, IL
One of the oldest accredited colleges of Oriental medicine in the United States, offering master's and doctoral programs in traditional acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Visit websiteEligibility
Who can apply
Our internship program is open to students currently enrolled in an accredited acupuncture or Oriental medicine program who are seeking to fulfill clinical training hours required by their school.
Interns work under the direct supervision of our licensed practitioners and are not permitted to perform treatments independently.
How to apply
Getting started
- 1Confirm with your school's clinical coordinator that an internship at Acupuncture Healing Center can fulfill your program's requirements.
- 2Reach out to us through the contact page with your school, program, and the number of clinical hours you need to complete.
- 3We'll follow up to arrange an orientation visit and schedule your rotations across our locations.
Take the next step in your acupuncture career
Join us at Acupuncture Healing Center and build the clinical skills that set exceptional practitioners apart.