Student Nurses Program

AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2027 | April 10-13 | Philadelphia, PA

Have You Considered a Career in OR Nursing?

Curious about what it's like to work in the operating room? Discover more about the perioperative profession by joining the complimentary Student Program at AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2027 in Philadelphia.

Student nurses can attend the conference at no charge.

Nursing students can experience the conference at no cost. You'll meet perioperative professionals, get a firsthand look at what makes OR nursing unique, and practice hands-on skills (think gowning and gloving).

Join Us for Student Day on Monday, April 12

Student Day at AORN Expo 2027 takes place Monday, April 12, and features programming created specifically for nursing students interested in perioperative and surgical nursing careers.

Tour the Expo Hall

Following the Student Day programming, you’ll be invited to explore the AORN Expo Hall, where you can:

  • learn about the latest technologies, products, and services for the surgical suite.
  • meet with recruiters from top health systems.
  • enjoy a complimentary lunch.
  • interact with your fellow student nurses.

Why stop at Student Day?

Student nurses receive free conference registration, and we invite you to attend the entire week.

For questions related to the Student Program, please contact Colleen Becker, AORN Director, Perioperative Education & Professional Development.

Complimentary registration is available to individuals pursuing education leading to eligibility to sit for the registered nurse licensing examination. Nursing students will be asked to show their student ID at registration.