Find DA externship opportunities across Minnesota. Connect with 3,400+ dental practices, oral surgery centers, and specialty clinics to gain hands-on chairside experience.
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Minnesota Dental Assistant
3,400+
Dental Facilities
955+
Job Openings
$0
To Enroll
$850
To Complete
Self-Managed Externship: EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. You contact dental facilities directly to arrange your own placement. This approach gives you flexibility to choose sites near your home and build direct relationships with potential employers.
A dental assistant externship provides hands-on clinical experience in real dental settings. You'll work alongside licensed dentists and dental hygienists, applying classroom knowledge to actual patient care situations.
Our externship is optional and flexible—you decide when and where to complete it. Many students find that externship experience significantly improves their job prospects, though it's not required to complete our program.
EHired's training prepares you for entry-level dental assistant positions. Professional certifications such as DANB CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) are offered by independent credentialing organizations and are optional but can enhance your credentials when you're ready.
Explore dental facilities across Minnesota that may accept externship students. Contact facilities directly to inquire about externship opportunities.
Minnesota's population center with University of Minnesota School of Dentistry.
Aspen Dental Minneapolis, Park Dental (Minnesota-based, 50+ locations), Dental Associates St. Paul, Bloomington Family Dentistry, Edina Dental Care, Plymouth Dental, Eagan Dental Group
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Clinics, Twin Cities Oral Surgery, Minnesota Orthodontics, Metro Periodontics, Children's Minnesota Dental, Midwest Endodontics
University of Minnesota Dental Clinics, HealthPartners Dental, NorthPoint Health Dental, Community Health Service Dental, West Side Community Health Dental
💡 Tip: Twin Cities has University of Minnesota School of Dentistry—excellent externship opportunity. Park Dental is Minnesota-based with 50+ locations. Very competitive but abundant.
Mayo Clinic headquarters with world-class dental services.
Aspen Dental Rochester, Rochester Family Dental, Mayo Clinic Dental, Winona Dental Care, Austin Dental, Owatonna Dental Group
Mayo Clinic Dental Specialties, Rochester Oral Surgery, Southeast Minnesota Orthodontics, Mayo Periodontics, Pediatric Dentistry of Rochester
Olmsted Medical Center Dental, Mayo Clinic Community Dental, Semcac Dental Clinics, Winona Health Dental
💡 Tip: Rochester has Mayo Clinic—world-class dental services. Highly competitive but unparalleled training opportunity. Growing community with healthcare focus.
Iron Range and Lake Superior region with regional dental services.
Aspen Dental Duluth, Duluth Family Dental, Superior Dental (WI accessible), Hibbing Dental Care, Virginia Dental, Ely Dental
Duluth Oral Surgery, Northland Orthodontics, Lake Superior Periodontics, Pediatric Dentistry of Duluth
Community Health Center Duluth Dental, Essentia Health Dental, St. Luke's Dental Clinic, Range Regional Health Dental
💡 Tip: Northern Minnesota has significant workforce shortages. Beautiful Lake Superior lifestyle attracts workers. Iron Range has mining community. Incentive packages available.
Regional center with growing dental services.
Aspen Dental St. Cloud, St. Cloud Dental Group, Willmar Family Dentistry, Alexandria Dental, Brainerd Dental Care, Fergus Falls Dental
St. Cloud Oral Surgery, Central Minnesota Orthodontics, Lakes Area Periodontics, Pediatric Dental Associates St. Cloud
CentraCare Health Dental, Affiliated Community Health Dental, Lake Region Healthcare Dental, Community Health Service Dental
💡 Tip: Central Minnesota serves agricultural and resort communities. Growing St. Cloud area. Lake country has seasonal fluctuations but steady year-round demand.
Identify dental practices, specialty offices, and clinics in your area that interest you.
Call or email office managers to inquire about externship opportunities and requirements.
Arrange hours that work for both parties. Our externship is flexible—no minimum hours required.
Many externships lead directly to job offers. Treat every day as an extended interview.
Minnesota requires dental assistant registration through the Minnesota Board of Dentistry. Licensed dental assistants can perform expanded functions. University of Minnesota is premier dental school.
Minnesota Dental BoardProfessional certifications such as DANB CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) are offered by independent credentialing organizations. These certifications are optional but can enhance your credentials and earning potential.
EHired training prepares you for entry-level positions and helps build the knowledge foundation for pursuing optional certifications when you're ready.
Official salary data, job outlook, and career information for dental assistants.
Visit BLS →State regulations, registration requirements, and scope of practice information.
Visit Board →Dental Assisting National Board—optional professional certifications when you're ready.
Visit DANB →Looking for DA externship opportunities in neighboring states?
Free training. Flexible externship. Real career opportunities in Minnesota.
$0 to enroll • $850 to complete • Self-paced online training
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