University of Rochester Eastman Institute for Oral Health

The University of Rochester Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery offers one-year non-categorical internship positions.  The Department performs a full scope of surgical procedures including dentoaveolar surgery, implants, maxillofacial trauma, orthognathic surgery, TMJ procedures, maxillofacial oncology and reconstruction.   

The program offers an excellent opportunity for candidates who wish to gain additional OMFS experience and who plan to apply for a residency position in OMFS in the following year. 

The OMFS intern functions at the same level as a first-year resident and receives the same education, training and responsibilities, which include trauma and non-trauma call, covering hospital clinics, performing procedures under local anesthesia, and participating in the operating room.  Interns are involved in all academic activities including didactic courses and conferences, seminars, workshops, and have the opportunity to participate in research activities.  OMFS interns spend 4 weeks on an anesthesia rotation. 

Applications will be considered from graduates of dental schools accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and be eligible for dental licensure in the State of New York.  The license must be obtained before starting the internship program.  

Salary and Benefits

PGY-1 Salary, 2025-2026 $70,469 and benefits including health, dental, tuition, etc. 

Eligibility

·         Applicant must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.

·         Graduated from an ADA-accredited dental school with a DDS/DMD degree.

·         Must be licensed to practice dentistry in the State of New York prior to starting the internship program.  NYS dental licensure requirements and application can be found here https://www.op.nysed.gov/professions-index/dentistry

 Application Requirements

·         PASS application

·         CV / Resume

·         Personal statement

·         Dental School Transcript 

·         Three letters of recommendation

·         NYS dental license

The OMFS internship program is not accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.  

Interviews will be held in person and by inviatation , on Monday October 27th- and Tuesday October 28th, 2025