Internships in Biological Research for Undergraduate Students
The following catalog has been adapted by SEES from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. It features approximately 150 biomedical research internships offered nationwide for undergraduate students. This catalog is alphabetized according to the name of the sponsoring institution or organization. For more information about a specific internship, please refer to the program’s website or contact the respective administrator.
*Note: This document is updated annually in the Fall. If you find a broken link, please contact Dr. Steve Alas.
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| Albert Einstein College of Medicine (New York) | Students in the Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) spend 9 weeks in a laboratory in one of ten basic science departments. At the end of the program, SURP students present their research at a poster session. About 50 students participate in the program each year. |
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Students will receive a $3,000 stipend and free housing on campus. Transportation assistance (up to $500) is provided for students who live outside of New York City. Interns are responsible for their own meals, health insurance coverage, and incidentals. For more information, Einstein Graduate Program in the Biomedical Sciences page. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program surp@einstein.yu.edu. |
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American Society for Microbiology (District of Columbia) |
The ASM Undergraduate Research Fellowship (URF) is designed for highly- competitive students who wish to pursue graduate careers (PhD or MD/PhD) in microbiology. Students will conduct a research project for a minimum of 10 weeks, work with faculty mentors who are ASM members and who are employed at the students’ home institution, and submit a research abstract for presentation at the yearly ASM General Meeting. |
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Students will receive a stipend of up to $4,000; a one-year ASM student membership; and travel support to attend the ASM General Meeting. For more information, visit the American Society for Microbiology website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to fellowships@asmusa.org.
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The Amgen Scholars Program at the California Institute of Technology introduces students to research under the guidance of a faculty mentor. This 10-week program is modeled on the grant-seeking process. Taking on the role of grant applicants, students collaborate with potential mentors to define and develop a project. Trainees will then write a research proposal for review by a faculty committee. Awards will be made on the basis of reviewer recommendations. Amgen Scholars carry out the work over a 10- week in the summer, and at the conclusion they submit a technical paper and give an oral presentation. |
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Students will receive a $6,000 stipend and a room and board allowance. Non-Cal Tech students will receive reimbursement for their travel to and from Pasadena. For more information, visit the AMGEN's CalTech page. |
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The Columbia University/Barnard College program provides 10 weeks of hands-on research in premier labs, including informal discussion with premier scientists, graduate school preparation, exposure to biotechnology, and attendance at the Amgen Scholars Program Symposium. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, $500 in on-campus food allowance, and housing on the Morningside campus of Columbia University. For more information, visit their page. If you have additional questions, please send an email to cs2660@columbia.edu for more info. |
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The Harvard program is a 10-week research opportunity in which students will be paired with faculty mentors in conducting hands-on research in the biotechnology field. Participants will also attend seminars and workshops including effective scientific communication, graduate school preparation, and career opportunities in academia and industry. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. On-campus housing, including access to campus facilities, $500 meal allowance, travel support (for non-Harvard students), and housing/meal/travel costs to attend the Amgen Scholars Symposium. For more information, Harvard University's AMGEN Scholars page. If you have additional questions, please send an email to amgenscholars@harvard.edu . |
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The Massachusetts Institute of Technology offers a 9-week research experience in which students will work under the guidance of faculty mentors and interact with fellow undergraduate students while participating in research-related workshops, lectures, and seminars. |
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Students will receive a $4,500stipend and travel support for non-MIT students. Housing in a designated MIT residence hall and an $800 in on-campus food allowance is also provided. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program or call: (617) 253- 7306. |
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The Amgen Scholars Program at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is a 10-week opportunity for students with an interest in scientific research and exploring the relationship between science and society to look into the role of science, policy, and community engagement in eliminating health disparities. Participants will also perform full-time research with faculty on the NIH campus, in addition to partaking in journal clubs, case studies and a poster symposium at the end of the program. |
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Students will receive a stipend, in addition to housing, round-trip travel support, transportation during internship, housing/meal/travel costs to attend the Amgen Scholars Symposium. Interns are responsible for their own meals. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Amgen Scholars/ Stanford Summer Research Program (SSRP) is an 8-week residential program that offers undergraduate students who want to prepare for and enter PhD programs in the sciences a unique opportunity to gain advanced research experience. Participants will work with both a faculty member and a lab mentor to craft an independent research project. The program culminates with a research symposium where students present their research to faculty, lab mentors, and university administrators. |
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Participants will receive a $3,600 stipend, in addition to housing, food, and round-trip transportation. Field trips, seminars, and other social activities are also included. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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Amgen Scholars at the University of California, Berkeley will participate in 10 weeks of intensive research in the sciences. Each student will have direct participation in a faculty member’s laboratory and work directly with faculty, a postdoctoral scholar, and/or a graduate student. Students will have the opportunity to participate in weekly lab meetings, the lab’s journal club, and other lab activities. |
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Students will receive a $5,000 stipend (including meal allowance), round-trip travel, and on-campus housing with access to campus facilities. Participants also have the opportunity to receive college course credits (transferable UCB research units). For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please email the program . |
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The University of California, Los Angeles Amgen Scholars Program invites students to participate in a 10-week research experience under the guidance of a faculty mentor. In addition to participating in intensive laboratory research, students will attend weekly seminars and workshops on preparing for graduate school, including GRE test preparation, delivering a research presentation, and other career opportunities in the sciences. |
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Students will receive a $3,600 stipend, as well as on-campus room and board. Some meals will be provided. A travel allowance (up to $500) is offered to non-UCLA, out-of-state students. A travel allowance (up to $250) is offered to non-UCLA students who reside in California. *Note: The UCLA Amgen Scholars Program reserves the right to adjust stipend amounts for students receiving alternative sources of financial support. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The University of California, San Francisco Amgen Scholars Program provides undergraduate students with an opportunity to conduct research in the biological, biomedical and behavioral sciences. Through this comprehensive 10-week summer experience, Amgen Scholars will prepare for graduate study and a research career in the health sciences. Students will be matched with a faculty mentor and complete an original project under the guidance of their mentor. At the end of the program, Amgen Scholars will present their findings in the form of a written abstract, verbal presentation, and poster presentation. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, housing near the UCSF Parnassus campus, $500 travel support to and from San Francisco, health insurance coverage and public transportation passes within the city. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Julia Clark or call: (415) 514-3510. |
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The Amgen Scholars Program at Washington University in St. Louis offers a 10-week intensive laboratory experience in biomedical research for undergraduate students. Scholars will work with world-renowned faculty to develop an intriguing research project. Mentoring will also be provided by current graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in the lab. In addition to conducting an independent research project, Scholars will participate in lab meetings and attend scientific seminars and workshops facilitated by faculty and students . |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, as well as housing, meals, travel to and from St. Louis, and travel to the Amgen Scholars Symposium. For more information , visit the website If you have additional questions, please send an email to Rochelle Smith. |
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The Summer Science Internship Program provides an opportunity to work in leading research and clinical laboratories under the supervision of respected scientists at Stanford University and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Students will receive hands-on experience in the fields of rheumatology and immunology, with a focus on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases. Interns participate in either basic laboratory (bench) research or clinical translational/epidemiological (patient outcomes oriented) research. This program is designed to encourage students to pursue a career in scientific study, with the ultimate goal of inspiring them to focus their research potential on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases. |
Age Restrictions: All applicants must have reached their 17 th birthday by the start of the program. NO EXCEPTIONS will be made. Applicants who are under 18 years of age before the program starts must provide written permission from a parent or guardian to participate in the program (see application form). Geographic Restrictions: Applicants must either live or attend school within 16 county territories in Northern California. To reference a complete list of eligible counties, please visit the Arthritis Foundation Summer Science Internship Program website. |
High school juniors or seniors will receive a $1,500 stipend paid in two installments. Undergraduates will receive a $2,000 stipend paid in two installments. Participants are responsible for their own housing and transportation. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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Association of American Medical Colleges (Multiple locations) |
The AAMC serves and leads the academic medical community to improve the health of all. In 2004, a MD/PhD Section was established to promote the development, growth and nurturing of physician-scientist training programs by representing the interest of MD/PhD programs. The AAMC maintains a list of MD/PhD Summer Undergraduate Research Programs. |
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The Summer Medical and Research Training (SMART) Program allows students to become functioning members of Baylor laboratories and contribute to research efforts in more than 20 basic and clinical science departments. At the end of the program, students submit a short summary of their research. Daily seminars help students develop fundamental knowledge, introduce areas of biomedical research and emphasize the reciprocal relationship between basic research and clinical applications. |
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Students will receive a ~$5,000 stipend for 9 weeks. The stipend will most likely cover a mixture of salary, housing, and transportation depending on the funding source. For more information , visit the website. |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) is designed to promote access to graduate education among undergraduate students, especially those from groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences who wish to pursue careers in biological research. The program offers 10 weeks of full-time research under the guidance of a BU faculty member. |
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Students will receive a $5,250 stipend, $500- 600 supply allowance, up to $500 in travel expenses, housing, and travel/lodging to the BU Undergraduate Research Symposium to present their research findings. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program or call: (617) 353- 2432. |
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The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program in the Biological and Physical Sciences is a 10-week program for students to gain more research experience and to explore careers in the sciences. The two specialized programs are:
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Students will receive a stipend, housing, and meal allowance. Visit the program’s website for Materials Research or for Cell & Molecular Visualization. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Training in Academic Research and Scholarship (STARS) program provides underrepresented minority (URM) medical and undergraduate students an opportunity to engage in basic clinical and translational research projects at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) and in conjunction with Harvard Medical School (HMS). This program is designed to enhance the research capabilities of URM undergraduate and medical students and to encourage these scholars to pursue advanced graduate and medical education and training at BWH and HMS. |
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Students will receive a stipend for food and other necessities, travel compensation to and from Boston, and housing for the duration of the 8-week program. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Research Program in Genomics (SRPG), funded by the National Human Genome Research Institute, is designed for underrepresented minority undergraduate students with an interest in the physical, biological, or computer sciences, engineering, or mathematics and a commitment to research. Students will spend 9 weeks of the summer in a laboratory at the Broad Institute, where they will perform original scientific research. |
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Students will receive a $4,250 stipend with paid housing and travel expenses. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The WAVE Fellows program is a summer research opportunity in which participants can increase their lab research skills by working on a project with a mentor at CalTech. In addition to the research project, interns will attend weekly seminars, academic development workshops, and other social/cultural activities. |
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Students will receive a $6,275 stipend for 10- weeks with a $225 housing and travel supplement provided. For more information, visit the website. |
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The goal of the Summer Internship Program is to encourage high school and undergraduate students to pursue future careers in the biosciences, particularly cancer research. At the same time, students make a valuable contribution to the UH Cancer Center's research mission. By participating in a research program, interns will learn from experts who are devoted to preventing, treating, and curing cancer. Each year, a number of promising students are selected for this unique opportunity to expand and extend their interest in cancer research. |
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Students receive an hourly wage in accordance with the University of Hawaii Student Research Fellow pay scale. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Undergraduate Cancer Research Training Program (UCRTP) is a 12-week summer internship for outstanding undergraduates contemplating careers in biomedical/research related fields. It is hosted by CDU, in partnership with the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center at UCLA. Trainees will work with a lab mentor on a hypothesis-driven project, culminating with a write up of findings in manuscript format. |
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Students will receive a maximum $4,000 stipend for the 12-week program. A housing and / or meal plan is not provided for accepted students. For more information, visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Milena Pavlova. |
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Los Angeles (California) |
The Summer Oncology Fellowship is to provide highly qualified undergraduates majoring in health sciences fields or first-year medical students an opportunity to explore the field of oncology research. This 6-8 week program allows students the opportunity to participate in clinical or laboratory research studies and to attend a pediatric oncology lecture series. |
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Students will receive a stipend of $350/week for a minimum of 10 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks. A limited amount of funds is available as reimbursement for travel and housing on a case-by-case basis for students from outside the greater Los Angeles area. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) provides an opportunity for students to explore laboratories in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and conduct a research project under the direction of a faculty member at Cincinnati Children’s. Students will also participate in various academic programs, including research seminars, journal clubs, and career days, as well as social activities with interns from other programs at the university. Interns will present their research project at a poster competition. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. UC Housing is available to interns at an out- of- pocket cost of $1,750 for the 10-week program. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Lisa Higgins. |
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The Eugene and Ruth Roberts Summer Student Academy offers high school and undergraduate students an opportunity to spend 10 weeks at the City of Hope as a member of a biomedical research team. This experience is designed to promote the development of critical thinking and scientific communication skills. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The 10-week Undergraduate Research Program offers 25 local, national, and international students the opportunity to work with senior laboratory staff on an independent research project, specifically in the areas of:
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* Exceptions are made for first-year undergraduate students with prior independent research experience. |
Students will receive a $5,000 stipend, in addition to room and board at the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory campus. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) allows students to actively participate in a wide range of research areas, including:
In addition to working with a faculty mentor, students will also participate in seminars, weekly meetings, and social activities. |
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Students will receive a $5,000 stipend, housing in nearby apartments, $1,800 for food, and up to $800 for travel expenses. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program or call: (970) 491- 5602. |
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Columbia University Medical Center (New York) |
The Summer Program for Underrepresented Students provides an intense research fellowship designed to provide meaningful training in biomedical research and enhance students’ ability to achieve a career in biomedical research and/or medicine by pursuing an advanced degree. In addition, students receive in-depth training in biomedical research methodology, including the:
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The School of Public Health’s Summer Training and Research (SPH UM*STAR) Program at the University of Maryland provides two consecutive summers of a 10-week research program for undergraduates interested in biomedical and/or behavioral science graduate programs. In addition to guest researcher lunches and scientific journal club, participants will have the opportunity to conduct a summer research project related to cardiovascular disease with a Public Health faculty mentor. These projects will be showcased at the conclusion of the program. |
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Students will receive a $4,800 stipend, on- campus housing, and round-trip travel. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The goals of the Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) at Michigan State University are to involve undergraduate students in graduate-level research, provide a mentoring experience with an MSU faculty member, motivate undergraduate students to pursue an academic career, and recruit undergraduate students for graduate study at MSU. Supporting activities include weekly research reports, seminars, graduate enrichment workshops, involvement with the MSU community and statistics/research methods enrichment workshops. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, travel to and from MSU, room and board on the MSU campus, and opportunities to present their research findings. For more information, visit the MSU website OR the CIC website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) at the University of Michigan offers outstanding undergraduate students who are traditionally underrepresented in their field of study an opportunity to conduct intensive research across a variety of disciplines. The goal is to prepare students for a PhD program at UM. Students will work with faculty mentors and engage in a series of academic, professional, and personal development seminars. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend and travel reimbursement, on-campus housing, and partial meal reimbursement. For more information, visit the UM website OR the CIC website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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Pennsylvania State University hosts the Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP), an 8-week program to engage in lab research with a faculty mentor and attend professional development workshops. Participants will also attend field trips and social activities in addition to showcasing their project at the culmination of the program and at a national conference. |
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Drexel University College of Medicine (Drexel Med) (Pennsylvania) |
Students in the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) work with Drexel faculty in a broad range of areas, including:
SURF students will work full-time on a unique project related to the research goals of their lab. At the conclusion of the program, students will give a specific, conference-style presentation describing their research project to fellow interns and mentors. |
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SURF students will receive a $3,000 stipend. A limited number of accepted students will be provided housing. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Amanda Mangano. |
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Duke University hosts summer programs on three campuses in a variety of fields. The Duke University Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) is a 10-week training program designed to give motivated undergraduate students hands-on experience in graduate-level biomedical research. The Program is designed for students who are seriously considering joining a PhD Graduate Program. |
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Students will receive a competitive stipend, on- campus housing, and travel assistance. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Alan Kendrick. |
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Emergent Behaviors of Integrated Cellular Systems NSF Science and Technology Center (Multiple locations) |
The Emergent Behaviors of Integrated Cellular Systems NSF Science and Technology Center (EBICS) is a collaborative effort involving teams from Georgia Tech, MIT, and University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign. EBICS announces its "Engineering Biological Machines" REU, a summer research program for undergraduates beginning in the summer. Other highlights include professional development, mentoring, and social engagement with other REU students. |
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Students will receive a $4,500 stipend and allowance for travel expenses, on-campus housing and meals. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) is an intensive, 9-week internship designed to provide research experience and mentorship for undergraduate students who are interested in biological research. Students will be paired with a faculty mentor after selecting one of the following areas of interest:
In addition to completing a mentored research project, students will attend weekly research seminars regarding a broad array of scientific topics. Students will also participate in professional development workshops designed to facilitate the preparation of competitive graduate/medical school applications. The program culminates with a competitive poster session. |
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Students will receive a $4,794 stipend and travel costs (up to $450). Interns are responsible for their own housing, meals, and transportation. *Note: The Fred Hutch negotiates a housing option for out-of-town students at the University of Washington, which is available for approximately $2,200. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Program is designed for approximately 20 outstanding undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend and housing accommodations. For more information, visit the website If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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Moffitt’s Summer Program for the Advancement of Research Knowledge(SPARK) provides research experience for students who have an aptitude for science and a high level of interest in pursuing a medical or research career. Students will perform cancer- related research in:
Interns will conduct experiments, participate in weekly lab meetings, write a formal scientific report, and deliver an oral presentation regarding their research project at the conclusion of the program. |
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Depending on funds availability, interns will receive a taxable stipend to cover personal expenses. Participants must make their own living arrangements and provide a local address at the time of admission. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Internships in Biological Sciences in Public Health Program provides interested students with an 8-week laboratory- based biological research opportunity. Students will conduct an independent research project under the guidance of a Harvard faculty member to focus on biological science questions that are important to disease prevention. |
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Students will receive a $3,600 stipend, a travel allowance (up to $500), and housing. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Tom Brazda. |
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The Summer Program in Biostatistics & Computational Biology is an intensive 6-week program, where students will learn about biostatistics and epidemiology fundamentals, including statistical software packages. In addition to exploring these fields, they will also participate in a collaborative research project with Public Health faculty. |
Indian/Alaskan Native, Pacific Islander or Multiracial/Biracial) OR a first-generation college student (neither parent nor legal guardian has a bachelor's degree) OR a low- income student (as defined by the U.S. Department of Education) OR a disabled student (according to the definition of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973).
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For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Program in Epidemiology introduces the use of mathematics and quantitative methods in public health areas such as cancer prevention, infectious disease, neuro- psychiatric, and pharmacoepidemiology. This 4- week program includes introductory coursework in epidemiology and biostatistics, attending formal lectures by Harvard faculty members, and conducting a group research project on a public health topic. |
Islander) OR has a disability ORfrom an economically disadvantaged background.
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Students will receive a stipend, travel support, and housing. For more information, visit the program . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Caroline Huntington . |
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Fostering Advancement & Careers through Enrichment Training in Science (FACETS) is a 6-week program that exposes students to the range and applicability of public health. Students will engage in fundamental epidemiology and biostatistics courses, be exposed to various public health topics by Harvard faculty, and participate in a group research project. |
*Individuals interested in pursuing an MD AND a public health research degree are eligible to apply. |
Students will receive a stipend, travel support, and housing. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Felisa Nobles . |
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The Multidisciplinary International Research Training Program (MIRT) is a national program was developed to encourage underrepresented students to pursue biomedical and behavioral science research careers. Providing support for students to conduct research overseas, students will spend 8-12 weeks at a foreign research site. |
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Students will receive a monthly stipend, foreign living expenses, roundtrip airfare to foreign institution, and health insurance. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Lauren Friedman. |
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The goal of the Harvard Stem Cell Institute [HSCI] program is to provide undergraduate students with a focused and challenging summer research experience in a cutting-edge stem cell science laboratory and to provide exposure to different professional options within the scientific arena. |
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Students will receive a $4,500 stipend for participation in the 10-week program. On- campus housing may be available, at cost, to participants. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Maureen Herrmann . |
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The Systems Biology Internship Program is a 10-week opportunity for students to work in research labs and to explore this field. Interns will participate in a research project that will be presented at the end of the program, receive mentorship from current faculty, and partake in group meetings, seminars, and field trips in the Boston area. |
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Students will receive a $4,500 stipend, housing, and access to the Harvard athletic facilities. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Health Career Connection (HCC) places talented, diverse undergraduate students in summer internships that provide them with invaluable exposure, experience, and mentoring to pursue health careers. The program is a full- time 10-week placement in a host organization and includes workshops on key professional and personal development topics, site visits to diverse health settings, mentoring from the HCC team; connections to top graduate schools, and support from HCC’s network. |
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A stipend ranging from $3,000 - $4,000 is offered. For more information , visit the program . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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Herman B. Wells Center for Pediatric Research (Indiana) |
The goals of the Wells Center are to increase knowledge of the causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases, to develop innovative approaches to diagnosis and treatment of childhood diseases, and to provide an outstanding training environment for medical and graduate students, residents, and fellows. Students will be paired with individual faculty in one of 42 laboratories. Students are encouraged to attend weekly seminars and research-related center meetings each week, as well as other academic events that involve the Wells Center faculty (e.g., combined seminar series, seminars of faculty candidates, Weekly Basic Science Research Forum and Pediatric Faculty Research Seminar Series). Interns are required to make a presentation at the conclusion of the program. |
* Note: Must be 18 years of age to apply. |
This is an unpaid internship. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation arrangements. For more information , visit the website .
If you have additional questions, please send an email to Lynn Pressler or Laura Oxford . |
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The Hormel Institute offers a Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Program for students to gain knowledge of basic research and to provide a unique laboratory experience for students interested in the sciences. |
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For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Gail Dennison . |
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Indiana University, Melvin and Bren Simons Cancer Center (Indiana) |
The Indiana University Simon Cancer Center Summer Research Program (SRP) is offered to students from underrepresented population groups who are pursuing careers in biomedical and behavioral sciences. Students will gain exposure to a wide range of basic science, translational and clinical research activities and continually interact with and learn from other students, clinical and post-doctoral fellows, and faculty. Interns will also attend weekly workshops that deal with issues related to gaining admission to graduate and professional programs of study. |
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For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please contact the IUPUI Center for Research & Learning at: (317) 274-8880. |
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Participants of the George Washington Carver Summer Research Internship Program will engage in an 8-week research experience with an Iowa State University faculty member, in addition to attending weekly professional development and educational activities. A research symposium at the end of the program provides students with an opportunity to showcase their work. |
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Students will receive a $3,000 stipend, on- campus housing, a meal plan, and roundtrip travel. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Theressa Cooper . |
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The Janelia Undergraduate Scholars program gives undergraduates an opportunity to spend 10 weeks during the summer doing research as an intern in the lab of a mentor at the Janelia Research Campus. The scholars are encouraged to attend weekly seminars and other events at Janelia. At the end of the session, each scholar will present his or her work at a symposium. Research topics include:
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Students will receive a $5,000 stipend, on-site housing, food, and travel. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Johns Hopkins University Medical Institutions (Maryland) |
The Summer Internship Program (SIP) at The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions offers a unique opportunity to work for the summer in a research laboratory at one of the world's top- ranking scientific institutions. The purpose of the program is to give students, who are interested in pursuing careers in the biomedical sciences the opportunity to conduct research, while exposed to the excitement of an academic medical environment at a major research center. Research opportunities are available in the following areas: Basic Science Institute, BSI Chemistry-Biology Interface, BSI- Summer Research Internships in Immunology, Bloomberg School of Public Health, and Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. |
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Students will receive a $3,000 stipend and on- campus housing. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Catherine Will. |
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The Summer Undergraduate Opportunity Program (SUROP) at KSU is designed to help undergraduate students, especially those from underrepresented groups, prepare for graduate school and other advanced fields of study. Students will spend 9 weeks gaining research experience under the guidance of faculty mentors. Students will also attend weekly seminars that cover key components of the research experience, applying to graduate school, and the graduate school experience. |
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Students will receive a $4,500 stipend, in addition to travel support (up to $300) and residence hall room and board. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Lillehei Heart Institute offers their Summer Research Scholars Program for students with the opportunity to learn about cardiovascular science and medicine. Working in a lab with a faculty mentor, participants will be exposed to clinical, industrial, and academic medicine. Students will also be able to tour the Visible Heart Lab in addition to participating in a guided heart dissection. |
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High school students will receive a $3,000 stipend. Undergraduate students will receive a $4,000 stipend. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Maine Medical Center Research Institute’s Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) offers pre-college and undergraduate students an opportunity to engage in biomedical science research in a broad range of areas, including:
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Students will receive a $4,500 stipend. Students are responsible for their own transportation and housing. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The goal of the Summer Research Trainee Program (SRTP) is to build a pipeline of under- represented in medicine, college and medical school students who are interested in academic biomedical research careers. The SRTP will pair students with a Mass General Hospital investigator in this 8-week program. Preceptors will provide guidance and instruction in techniques necessary to address current problems in science and medicine. |
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Student will receive a $5,000 stipend, along with housing (lodging arrangements provided near the hospital). For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The MIT summer research program in the fields of Biological Science (MSRP Bio) is a 10- week research training program for highly motivated undergraduate sophomores and juniors who are ready for an intensive research experience at a top-notch research institution which offers cutting edge technology and multidisciplinary approach to modern biological research. Students will conduct research under the direct supervision of a research mentor in a field of their interest (biochemistry, biophysics, genetics, microbiology, molecular/cell biology, cancer, Immunology, developmental biology, cognitive neuroscience, neurobiology, systems biology, computational biology, genomics). Students will learn a range of skills, both technical and intellectual, that will help them develop into successful independent scientists. |
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Students will receive campus housing, a weekly stipend, and a travel allowance to and from MIT. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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During the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF), students will work beside both young and established scientists on a broad range of biomedical research questions. About 80 students participate in the program each year. |
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Students will receive a $6,000 stipend (minus taxes). Students are responsible for housing, meals, and transportation. *Note: Most students live on-campus, which is available for approximately $650 per month. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Glenda Mueller . |
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The Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) provides an opportunity for students to learn the potential of biomedical sciences as an interesting and fulfilling career. The SPUR program provides a mentored laboratory experience in science in which the student works on significant basic science research issues. This program is intended for students interested in a PhD in biomedical sciences. Students interested in a dual degree (MD and PhD) are also encouraged to apply. |
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Students will receive a $3,500 stipend and housing accommodations. For more information, visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Research Program allows students to become directly involved in the process of scientific discovery. The program includes daily interaction with faculty, weekly seminars regarding research, and social activities. At the conclusion of the program, students will prepare a brief written paper and give an oral presentation about their research project. |
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Students will receive a living allowance of $400 per week for a total maximum of $4,000. The program does not pay for travel/housing/meals, but a $200 subsidy is available and intended to defray the cost of travel to Charleston from a distance of at least 60 miles. For students who need housing, a housing allowance of at least $1,000 will be provided. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Stephanie Brown-Guion . |
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The MHIF Summer Research Internship Program – Clinical Cardiology offers an opportunity for interns to contribute to clinical research studies and publications that impact patient care under the guidance of a physician and research staff mentor. During this 12-week internship, interns spend nearly 11 days shadowing physicians, participating in varied observations, and other field trips. |
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For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Population Health Internship provides participants with experience in working in the fields of population health, health education, and health promotion. Some experiences will allow interns to participate in the planning of health education materials, conduct literature reviews, or assist in establishing electronic communication. This internship is offered in the fall, spring, and summer. |
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Students will receive a $1,500 stipend. For more information, visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) provides an opportunity for students to work on a cutting-edge research project in one of over 200 laboratories. Students will be presented with great networking opportunities among other students, faculty members, and school administration. |
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Students will receive a $5,000 stipend and access to the benefits of the Mount Sinai Recreation Office. Students receive free housing but are responsible for meals and transportation. *Note: Housing is available in one of Mount Sinai's residential buildings. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program .
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The Colorado Summer Institute in Biostatistics (CoSIBS) at Colorado School of Public Health hosts a 6-week program for students interested about the connection between statistics and biomedical research. Participants will attend introductory biostatics courses and seminars in which college credit will be received and conduct research with faculty mentors. Students will also learn about human research ethics and complete computer laboratory exercises. |
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Participants will receive roundtrip travel and housing accommodations. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dakota Pyle . |
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The Summer in Institute for Training in Biostatistics Program at the Emory University Rollins School of Public Health offers a 6-week program in which students explore the fields of biostatistics, statistics, and public health. Interns participate in a 2-credit graduate-level introductory biostatistics course in addition to attending lectures/seminars and visiting local public health institutions. |
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Participants will receive on-campus housing and some meals. The SIBS program also covers the cost of University fees and tuition. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Iowa Summer Institute in Biostatistics (ISIB) Program at the University of Iowa College of Public Health provides a 7-week opportunity for students to take a 3-semester hour introductory biostatistics course and to conduct research with a project team and faculty mentor. Students will also be exposed to informational workshops including scholarships, training grant programs, and assistantships in Biostatistics and Public Health fields. |
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Students will receive roundtrip transportation, housing, meal allowance, and full access to university computing systems, libraries, and other academic and recreational facilities. Transferable college credit may also be possible. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Terry Kirk. |
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The Boston University Summer Institute for Training in Biostatistics (SIBS) is a 6-week program in which students can learn about the growing biostatistics field by taking courses in two widely used statistical computing software and interacting with practicing biostatisticians, epidemiologists, and statistical geneticists. Participants will also have the opportunity working hands-on with actual collected data by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. |
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Students will receive housing and meals for the duration of the program. Extracurricular activities hosted by the program will also be covered. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Anita DeStefano . |
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The University of Minnesota School of Public Health’s Summer Institute in Biostatistics (MN- SIBS) is a 6-week immersive opportunity for undergraduates to gain a foundation in biostatistics and public health. In addition to receiving 4-semester credits by participating in the course, interns will be taught by core faculty in statistical methods and computing. Participants will also attend field trips to organizations such as the Mayo Clinic to view other areas that employ biostatisticians. |
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Students will receive travel support (up to $800), housing, and meals for the duration of the program. Extracurricular activities hosted by the program will also be covered. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Megan Schlick. |
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The Summer Institute in Biostatistics (SIBS) Program at North Carolina State University offers a 6-week program for students to learn about principles of applied biostatistics, gain hands-on learning by analyzing actual data, and interact with practicing biostatisticians and physicians. Students may also earn college credit as part of their participation in the program. |
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Housing, meals, travel expenses to and from the program, and some extracurricular activities are covered. Participants will also have access to university computing systems and libraries. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) is an 10-week summer internship that matches undergraduate students with scientists at the Magnet Lab’s three sites, offering them unique opportunities to explore science at the extremes of magnetic fields, pressure and temperature while working alongside some of the finest scientists, magnet designers and engineers in the world. The MagLab offers a wide range of research experiences in physics, chemistry, biological sciences, geochemistry, materials science and magnet science and engineering. |
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Each student receives a stipend and, if necessary, a travel stipend of up to $600. Housing is covered by the program. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Jose Sanchez . |
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The Introduction to Cancer Research Careers (ICRC) program gives highly qualified students and recent graduates the chance to participate in cancer research at the NCI. Selected candidates will interview with NCI Principal Investigators and potentially experience an internship in an NCI research lab or office. Interns will have the option to attend seminars on topics related to basic, clinical, biomedical and behavioral research, human health, healthy lifestyles, and health disparities. Interns will also be able to participate in professional development workshops during their time at NCI. |
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The CRI program provides a stipend that is based on participants’ academic level. Housing is provided to students who are financially eligible. Travel to and from Bethesda is provided for out-of-state participants. Students are responsible for their own meals. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The NIH Community College Summer Enrichment Program (CCSEP) provides an opportunity for community college students interested in biomedical research to conduct research in an intramural lab at the NIH. Participants will attend workshops and courses to prepare for careers in health care and social, behavioral, and biomedical research. The program culminates with the Summer Poster Day, in which interns will showcase their project. |
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Students will receive a monthly stipend based on education level and experience. Participants are responsible for housing. Funds for local transportation to and from the NIH are provided. For more information , visit the website . If you additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics hosts a research experience designed for students interested in exploring careers in cancer epidemiology and genetics. Students may also attend lectures offered under the NIH Summer Seminar Series, participate in DCEG meetings and seminars, attend formal NIH lectures, and participate in the DCEG Poster Day. |
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Participants will receive a stipend based on academic level. Students are responsible for housing, meals, and transportation. *Note: Nearby housing is available. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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Participants in the Summer Internship Program (SIP) work one-on-one with some of the leading scientists in the world. Trainees on the main campus in Bethesda, MD will attend a lecture series featuring distinguished NIH investigators, informal lunchtime talks on training for research careers, and participate in a trainee poster session. |
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The stipend for trainees is adjusted annually. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The STEP-UP Program is designed to expose underrepresented and/or disadvantaged students to research in the areas of diabetes, endocrinology, metabolism, nutrition, obesity, and digestive, liver, urologic, kidney, and hematologic diseases. The program begins with an online ethics course, followed by travel to the assigned research location to begin the 10- week, full-time summer research experience. The program culminates with a trip to the Annual Undergraduate STEP-UP Scientific Session and Research Presentations in August. Students will present their summer research to peers, mentors, and scientific experts. |
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Students will receive a stipend. In addition, accommodations and travel expenses to the Annual Undergraduate Scientific Session and Research Presentations in Atlanta, Georgia are provided. Students are responsible for travel to and from the research location, housing, ground transportation, parking, and meals. For students opting to perform their research with a mentor at one of the coordinating institutions, a limited amount of on-campus housing may be available; students should inquire within that institution. For more information , visit the website .If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Rob Rivers . |
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National Science Foundation: Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) (Multiple locations) |
Keyword Search: Biological Sciences. 142 training program opportunities are available to undergraduate students interested in biological sciences. Programs vary in duration from 4 - 10 weeks. |
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All REU sites provide a stipend, housing, and meals. For more information , visit the website . |
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NASA’s One Stop Shopping Initiative (OSSI) is an innovative solution to support the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) workforce. NASA’s internship programs are being phased into OSSI:SOLAR, including national programs, and programs that are unique to a specific NASA Center. These internship opportunities are held over four campuses located at:
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*Note: students may identify opportunities of interest; however, they cannot request to be considered for a specific internship program(s). For more information , visit the website . |
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The Sackler Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences and the Office of Minority Affairs offers a Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) at NYU Medical Center. This 9-week program provides students an opportunity to conduct research and gain exposure to the academic medical environment. Students will work with faculty in biochemistry, biomedical imaging, cellular and molecular biology, and other fields. At the end of the summer, you have the opportunity to present your research at the Leadership Alliance National Symposium (LANS). |
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Students will receive a $3,500 stipend, housing, and roundtrip travel accommodations. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Amanda Tufekcier . |
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The Department of Biology at Northeastern University has a research opportunity for undergraduates who are interested in gaining research lab experience and considering graduate programs in the sciences. Interns will participate in a research project with a faculty mentor and present their findings at the end of the program. Other activities include attending research seminars, learning about how to apply to graduate programs, and exploring the Boston area. |
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Students will receive a $5,000 stipend and housing. Students are responsible for travel. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Rebeca Rosengaus or Wendy Smith . |
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The Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) provides an opportunity for direct involvement with research faculty and exposure to graduate student life. The mission of the SROP is to increase diversity among students pursuing graduate education and provide valuable research experience. The 8-week program includes research with faculty, enrichment activities, and a research conference. |
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Students will receive a $4,500 stipend, round trip travel, on-campus housing, and $200 for meals. For more information, visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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Pathways to Science supports pathways to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics [STEM] fields. The program places a particular emphasis on connecting groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields with programs, funding, mentoring, and resources. Pathways to Science hosts a website that enables users to search for high school and undergraduate summer research opportunities, graduate fellowships, and postdoctoral positions. |
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The stipend is adjusted annually. For more information , visit the website . |
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Students in the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) work with leading scientists in a broad range of areas, including:
SURF students are required to present and discuss scientific publications at weekly journal club meetings and will share their research results with fellow interns and mentors at a final poster session. |
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SURF participants will receive a $5,000 stipend and on-campus housing for students who cannot commute. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Research Experience Program in Cancer Science is designed for undergraduate students of at least junior standing who will benefit from an intensive pre- graduate (PhD) research experience. The program welcomes applicants from non- research-intensive universities who have limited research experience, underrepresented minority students, and students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. |
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Students are responsible for meals, housing, and transportation. *The program negotiates a housing option for out-of-town students at Canisius College for $25 per night. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please email the program . |
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RISE at Rutgers is a nationally acclaimed summer research program for outstanding undergraduates from diverse backgrounds. Scholars participate in 10 weeks of cutting-edge research in the biological, physical, and social/ behavioral sciences, math, engineering, and exciting interdisciplinary areas under the guidance of carefully matched faculty mentors. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, free on- campus housing (for students unable to commute), and travel reimbursement up to $500. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Scripps Research Institute offers a 10-week summer research program for students interested in learning about biomedical research and careers. Students can apply to either the La Jolla campus in California or the Jupiter campus in Florida to conduct laboratory research alongside faculty, take GRE preparation courses, and to further explore this field of research through seminars and workshops. Interns will provide an oral presentation of their research at the end of the program. |
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Students will receive a $5,000 stipend and on- campus housing accommodations. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Stowers Summer Scholars Program provides a 8-week opportunity for students to participate in a research project, while working with a faculty mentor. Students will attend weekly science research seminars to explore different areas of research in addition to presenting their project findings at the conclusion of the program. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, roundtrip travel, and on-campus housing during the program. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Ana Pedraza . |
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The Pediatric Oncology Education Program at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital offers a unique opportunity for students preparing for careers in the biomedical sciences, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, psychology, or public health to gain biomedical and oncology research experience. The POE program provides a short- term training experience in either laboratory or clinical research. A primary goal of the program is to encourage students to pursue a career in cancer research, either as a laboratory-based scientist or a physician scientist. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, in addition to no-cost housing near campus. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Suzanne Gronemeyer . |
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (location varies) |
The Prevention Internship Program, invites qualified individuals, with strong interest in behavioral health and the prevention of substance misuse and substance use disorders, for a 10-week paid internship program in participating Tribal Organizations throughout the United States. The Prevention Internship Program prepares interns to provide capacity- building Technical Assistance (TA) to support integration of behavioral health services within tribal organization systems. Interns will benefit from hands-on experience and trainings in competency areas such as prevention in behavioral health, the Strategic Prevention Framework, cultural responsiveness, and data collection and evaluation. Interns will also learn new techniques, master best practices in the field, and apply knowledge gained from their professional and cultural experiences. |
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Students will receive a stipend. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The California Academy of Sciences offers this 8-week paid research internship to undergraduates. Participants will conduct research with their chosen adviser on a project relating to the discipline of the adviser and student. Participants also receive instruction while taking part in a museum-based curriculum that includes tours, lectures, and lab exercises on phylogenetic systematics, molecular techniques, biodiversity, evolutionary biology, global change, and other contemporary issues in the natural sciences. |
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Students will receive a $4,200 stipend. In addition, students will receive a $2,500 subsistence allowance for housing and food. Most travel costs (up to $450) will be reimbursed. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program is designed to expose undergraduate students to biomedical research. During the 10-week program, students will receive faculty guidance while formulating an independent research proposal, conduct research under the supervision of a faculty mentor, and write a research paper. |
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Students will receive a $3,500 stipend, as well as housing. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham (Alabama) |
The PARAdiGM Undergraduate Research Program is to provide undergraduate students from disadvantaged and underrepresented minority backgrounds with an opportunity to explore the MD/PhD field. For 8 weeks, interns will be paired with a faculty member to conduct a research project and to join in on clinical experiences. |
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Students will receive a $3,200 stipend and campus housing. Students are responsible for travel expenses. For more information, visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham (Alabama) |
The Summer in Biomedical Sciences (SIBS) Undergraduate Research Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) provides an opportunity for fifteen (15) sophomore or junior level college undergraduates to be instructed in techniques of modern biology while becoming integrated members of a vibrant clinical and scientific community. During the 8-week summer program students will work with UAB faculty members on mentored research projects. SIBS is intended for students with a desire to pursue careers in the biomedical sciences. |
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Students will receive a $2,500 stipend as well as on campus housing. Students will be responsible for travel expenses. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Research Institute (SRI) offers an outstanding opportunity to learn how to conduct research and prepare for graduate studies. The purpose of SRI is to:
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Donna Treloar . |
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The Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates is a faculty-mentored research program for undergraduates interested in integrative, molecular, cellular, and microbial biology. The program goal is to encourage and prepare participants to pursue MD/PhD degrees and research careers in these fields. |
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Students will receive a $5,200 stipend, on- campus housing, some meals, and travel support (up to $600). For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Hugh Edmondson Summer Research Internship Program offers a 9-week research experience for motivated college students who have demonstrated a strong interest in the health sciences. Students will conduct research under the guidance and mentorship of pathology faculty in various laboratories. In addition to research activities, the program offers weekly lectures and problem-based learning exercises that promote investigative and critical thinking. |
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Participants will receive a $2,000 stipend, as well as assistance finding housing if needed. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Sharon Wahl. |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) at UC Irvine offers students with outstanding academic potential an opportunity to work closely with faculty mentors on research projects. The program provides students who plan to pursue a PhD and enter academic careers with the tools needed to facilitate the application process. Students are matched with professors who relate to their desired research. |
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SURF participants will receive a $5,000 stipend, as well as campus housing and roundtrip travel compensation up to $500. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Daniel Fabrega. |
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The MSTP Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship is a program for students who are interested in pursuing an MD/PhD degree in the biomedicine and medical sciences. Students will conduct an 8-week research project with a faculty mentor in a biomedical sciences laboratory, shadow a physician-scientist on clinical experiences, attend career development and weekly seminars, and have the opportunity to present research at the end of the program. |
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Students will receive a $3,200 stipend, on- campus housing, and roundtrip travel allowance (up to $500). Students are responsible for meals. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Pritzker School of Medicine Experience in Research (PSOMER) is an 8-week summer program designed to provide faculty-mentored research experience and education. Projects range from basic science to clinical research. |
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Students will receive a $3,200 stipend, as well as on-campus housing and a meal allowance For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Walter Parrish . |
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The Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) REWU engages female students in research projects with faculty from a wide variety of disciplines. During this 12-week program, each student will work directly with a University of Cincinnati faculty mentor. At the conclusion of the program, students will participate in a professional research conference. |
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For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Heather Norton. |
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The ROSE (Research, Observation, Service, and Education) program is for pre-medical college students to have the opportunity to meet with University of Cincinnati College of Medicine faculty. For 8-10 weeks, students admitted into the program will be matched with a faculty member with a shared clinical, translational, or bench research interest to conduct a research project. These students will also have early acceptance to the UC College of Medicine, contingent on meeting academic and MCAT requirements as undergraduates after entering the ROSE program. |
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For more information , please visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program provides an opportunity for students to gain hands-on research experience in a biomedical facility under the supervision of a principal investigator. Research opportunities range from molecular biology to animal physiology and behavior. The 10-week program has a flexible start and end date, but typically takes place between May and August. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. Interns are responsible for housing, meals, and transportation. *Note: UC Housing has extended special pricing for all SURF students who wish to live in UC Housing. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURF-N) is a 10-week opportunity to learn about careers in the neuroscience field. Students may be paired with faculty that work in areas such as:
Students will conduct an independent research project that will be presented at a poster session at the end of the program. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Ana Madani . |
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The Summer Multicultural Access to Research Training (SMART) program is a 10- week research internship that prepares undergraduate students for graduate programs in science, technology, engineering, and math. Students will participate in research under the guidance of faculty mentors and attend weekly workshops on scientific writing and presenting, GRE preparation, and the graduate school application process. |
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Students will receive a $5,000 stipend, as well as roundtrip travel, room and board, and tuition for upper-division undergraduate credits at UC Boulder. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The CU-Graduate Experience for Multicultural Students (GEMS) Summer Research Program is an opportunity for students to participate in lectures, professional development workshops, and a mentored laboratory research project in basic and/or clinical science laboratories at the UC-Denver Anschutz Medical Campus. Participating labs include, but are not limited to:
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend and roundtrip travel. Out-of-state participants will be housed in shared student dorms; however they will need to pay for meals, local transportation, and a portion of room and board expenses with stipend. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The University of Connecticut Health Center invites applications for a limited number of summer research internships from highly qualified and motivated undergraduate students with an interest in obtaining a PhD in the biological and biomedical sciences. Students will have the opportunity to participate in research activities of a laboratory. |
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Participants will receive a $3,500 stipend. Students are responsible for travel, housing, and meals. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Graeme Carnegie Fellowship is an 8- week (~40/hrs week) competitive research- intensive experience in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago. Awardees will attend departmental seminars, presentations by guest speakers, a contemporary scientific methods course, and laboratory meetings. Participants are expected to prepare a research proposal in conjunction with their faculty mentor prior to the start of program. Students will present their work in a departmental seminar at the conclusion of the program. |
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Students will receive a $4,500 stipend to cover room, board, travel, and other expenses incurred during the program. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign offers a cross-discipline summer research program that provides undergraduate students from populations underrepresented in graduate study at Illinois with an opportunity to explore careers in research. The program provides each student with an experience that will help strengthen his/her knowledge, skills, and understanding of graduate school. The Summer Research Opportunities Program enables interns to establish relationships with faculty in their respective field of study, conduct graduate-level research under the supervision of a University of Illinois faculty member, become acquainted with the culture of graduate school, and to learn what is needed and expected of them as graduate students. |
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Students will receive a $3,500 stipend, as well as room and board and travel expenses to and from the campus (for non-UI students). For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Biomedical Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship is intended for undergraduate students to gain laboratory research experience in biochemistry. Students will conduct research with a faculty mentor and participate in seminars and workshops to explore graduate education and careers in the sciences. Students will also present their research at the end of the program. |
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Students will receive a $3,7520 stipend, on- campus housing and up to $500 for travel to and from Iowa City. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The University of Iowa Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates in Microbiology is a 10-week, hands-on research experience for students interested in pursuing a career in the Biological Sciences. A co- curriculum exposes students to the breadth of Microbiology, helps them prepare for graduate school, and makes them aware of career opportunities. |
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Students will receive a $5,500 stipend plus $600 for incidental expenses. Housing and travel costs are paid by the program. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The University of Iowa Summer Undergraduate Medical Scientist Training Program Research ( SUMR) program offers an intensive experience for undergraduate students interested in combined MD/PhD training for a career as a physician-scientist. The 10-week program provides students with experience in research laboratories and exposure to clinical medicine and medically-relevant research. |
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Participants will receive a $4,150 stipend, on- campus housing, and a round-trip travel allowance. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Program in the Biochemical Sciences is a 10-week program in which motivated undergraduates conduct laboratory research. Interns will learn and build on basic lab techniques to create a project, which will be presented at the conclusion of the program. Students will also learn more about various scientific research careers. |
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Participants will receive a stipend and on- campus housing. Reasonable travel expenses can be reimbursed. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Trevor Creamer. |
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The Greenebaum Cancer Center offers the Nathan Schnaper Intern Program in Translational Cancer Research (NSIP), an 10- week mentored cancer research internship for undergraduate students interested in a research or medical career. Research topics encompass many areas that are on the forefront of scientific interest, including:
Students will write and present a synopsis of their work at the conclusion of the program. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend and a travel allowance (up to $500). For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Biomedical Training Program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) provides biomedical research experiences for undergraduates, particularly those underrepresented in the biomedical or behavioral sciences areas who are interested in receiving a Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. This 10-week program offers a cross-disciplinary research experience in the seven participating biomedical, behavioral and engineering sciences departments. |
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Students will receive on-campus housing and a stipend. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Justine Johnson . |
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University of Maryland Reed-Yorke Health Professions Advising Office (Maryland) |
The Reed-Yorke Health Professions Advising Office showcases a variety of summer programs for undergraduate students who are interested in research or medical careers. |
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For more information , visit the website . |
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University of Medicine and Dentistry School of New Jersey/ Rutgers University (New Jersey) |
The University of Medicine and Dentistry School of New Jersey and Rutgers University have combined efforts to create a Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Molecular and Developmental Neurobiology. The goal is to increase student knowledge and appreciation of basic Neuroscience research by providing a closely-mentored, hands-on graduate level research experience. In addition, increase interest in pursuing careers in research through career development and educational activities. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend and on- campus housing. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Joan Mordes . |
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The University of Michigan offers several summer undergraduate research opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Programs include, but are not limited to:
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The University of Minnesota Life Sciences Summer Undergraduate Research Program (LSSURP) oversees and coordinates several life science programs. The programs begin with a joint orientation weekend, followed by participation in a 10-week research project under the direction of a University of Minnesota faculty mentor and numerous special activities focused on professional development as well as social interaction. The summer research experience concludes with a poster symposium and banquet. |
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Student will receive a $4,000 stipend as well as travel (airfare only) compensation, on campus housing, and meal provisions. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Evelyn Juliussen . |
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The University of Nebraska Medical Center hosts the Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) program to expose students to various research careers. Over the course of 10 weeks, students will gain hands-on experience in cancer research labs, interact with research faculty, attend weekly seminars, and present their research at a poster session. |
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Students will receive a stipend (amount varies based on department you are placed in). Interns are responsible for housing, meals, and transportation. *Note: Nearby housing is available. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Summer of Learning and Research (SOLAR) program is an intensive 10-week opportunity for students to engage in scientific research and to prepare for careers in science. Students will receive mentored research on an independent project, weekly GRE preparation courses, career mentoring and professional development workshops, and the chance to present research findings at the end of the summer. |
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Participants will receive a stipend and housing accommodations. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Jessica Harrell . |
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Students who participate in the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) will develop a research proposal, attend weekly seminars, a journal club, and workshops on integrative research, ethics, problem solving, and scientific writing. |
*Note: Women, students belonging to groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, disabled students, and those attending small colleges with limited research facilities are encouraged to apply. |
Students will receive a $5,500 stipend for 10 weeks of full-time research, which is inclusive of lab supplies, on-campus housing, meals, and travel (up to $500). For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Michelle Whaley . |
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The R25 Summer Research Program provides a research opportunity for students to participate in ongoing National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). Students will conduct research with a faculty mentor, attend research seminars and professional workshops, and present their research at the conclusion of the program. Research areas include, but are not limited to:
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Students will receive a summer stipend, round trip travel from home, room and board during the program, and a summer pass to the UO Student Recreation Center. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The REU Site Program in Molecular Biosciences is a research opportunity for undergraduates to receive laboratory research experience. Students will conduct in a research lab with a mentor, explore careers in the sciences, and present their research at the end of program. Research areas include, but are not limited to:
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Students will receive a summer stipend, round trip travel from home, room and board during the program, and a summer pass to the UO Student Recreation Center. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The University of Oregon (UO) Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) offers summer fellowship opportunities for undergraduates from other universities and colleges to participate in ongoing research in UO Life Sciences laboratories at UO. Key features of this rigorous program include: a research project mentored by experienced investigators; faculty seminar series; research group discussions, professional development workshops, recreational, cultural, and social activities, formal presentation at Undergraduate Research Symposium, and assistance with preparation for research presentations at a national meeting. |
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Students will receive a summer stipend, round trip travel from home, room and board during the program. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Undergraduate Internship Program (SUIP) provides an intensive research experience for students interested in graduate study in the biomedical and biological sciences. Interns will complete ten weeks of full-time supervised laboratory research, attend state-of- the-art research seminars, and receive career counseling from program faculty and administrators. Areas of research include:
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Students will receive a $4,800 stipend, on- campus housing, and roundtrip travel. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Undergraduate Student Scholars Program at the University of Pennsylvania is an organized program of lectures and presentations combined with basic research experience. The curriculum is designed for undergraduate students with an interest in biomedical research, with the eventual goal of MD, PhD, or MD-PhD degrees. Students attend seminars on introductory topics in biomedical research and at the end of the course all participants present their research in a seminar. |
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Students will receive a competitive stipend. While not included, on-campus housing is available. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Center for Neuroscience at University of Pittsburgh (CNUP) offers a 10-week program for undergraduate students to conduct research in relation to the nervous system. Students will work with a faculty mentor to learn about the challenges and rewards of neuroscience research. Areas of interest may feature, but are not limited to:
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Students will receive a $3,500 stipend, housing, and transportation tickets to ride the Port Authority public transportation buses. Students are responsible for own meals and roundtrip travel to Pittsburg. For more information , visit the program. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Jon Johnson . |
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The Summer Premedical Academic Enrichment Program (SPAEP) is summer program designed to prepare and support students interested in the medical field. Students can opt for Level I, which is a 7-week curriculum to strengthen academic skills and to explore careers in medicine, or Level II, which is a 7-week program to conduct laboratory research with a physician scientist and receive MCAT preparation. |
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Students receive a $1,000 stipend, housing, travel assistance, and meal tickets. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Program at the University of Pittsburgh is a 10- week intensive research opportunity for interns to develop and improve on laboratory research skills. Interns will participate in weekly seminars, lab meetings, and conduct research with a faculty mentor. The findings of the research project will be presented at the end of the program. Research areas include, but are not limited to:
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Students receive a $3,500 stipend. On-campus housing and roundtrip travel support may be available. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Carol Williams. |
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The Training and Experimentation in Computational Biology (TECBio) REU is a summer program to provide graduate-level research experience to undergraduate students. Students will receive classroom trainings on the basics of computational biology, including computational genomics and bioimage informatics. Students will also conduct a research project, participate in research and career seminars, and have the opportunity to present their project findings at the conclusion of the program. |
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Students receive a $5,500 stipend, housing, roundtrip travel support (up to $500), and access to network and computing facilities. For more information , visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Kelly Gentille . |
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The Summer Scholars program is for undergraduate students interested in a Ph.D. degree in the Biological or Biomedical Sciences and for students with a potential interest in attending graduate school at the University of Rochester. Trainees will participate in a centerpiece 10-week, hands-on, independent research project under the supervision of a faculty mentor, with guidance from graduate students and postdoctoral appointees, and oversight from the Program Director. |
*Note: Women and students from underrepresented ethnic/racial groups are encouraged to apply. |
Students will receive a $450 weekly stipend in addition to on-campus housing. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Ben Lovell . |
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The Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT)-CURE Summer Undergraduate Research program is a 10- week research program designed for outstanding undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in cancer research. This program is aimed at highly motivated students who are interested in a research career (i.e., future Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D.). The program provides an interactive and fulfilling laboratory-based research experience with prestigious mentors at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Students will be given hands-on research training in cutting-edge labs, where they will interact daily with faculty, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students. Students will attend scientific lectures, seminars and career development events, and will have the opportunity to present their work at a poster session at the end of the ten-week program. |
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Participants will receive a stipend up to $6,000. This stipend is intended to cover housing costs. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Kari Brewer Savannah . |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) is a 10-week research program for undergraduates interested in basic science. Students will be matched with a faculty mentor to conduct cutting-edge biomedical research. Students will also participate in the following activities:
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Students receive a stipend of $6,000. Students are responsible for housing and transportation. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Science Park Summer Program in Cancer Research (SPCR) provides an authentic, hands-on laboratory research experience for talented undergraduate students interested in cancer biology and clinical oncology. During the 10-week program, students participate in hypothesis-driven, project-based research under the guidance of a faculty member from the Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis at the MD Anderson Cancer Center, Science Park campus. A weekly seminar series introduces students to basic concepts in cancer biology while field trips and a panel discussion expose students to a variety of potential careers in biomedical research and medicine. |
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Participants will receive a $6,000 stipend. Staff can assist with housing arrangements upon request. Students are responsible for their daily transportation to and from campus. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Chris Contreras . |
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University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center/National Cancer Institute (Texas) |
The CPRTP Summer Research Experience is an intensive, ten-week paid providing a research experience and mentoring for undergraduate, graduate and health professional students interested in cancer prevention research. Under the guidance of the matched faculty mentor, summer trainees will collaborate full-time on an independent research project and receive additional mentoring by a research staff of graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, research assistants and laboratory technicians. Students will also attend educational and career development activities. Through these activities, students will learn about current and innovative topics in cancer prevention at seminars, explore the possibility of a career in science, and get to know other MD Anderson summer students with similar interests. At the program's conclusion, students will present their findings at the trainee exposition. |
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Participants will receive up to $15/hour. Interns are responsible for coordinating their own travel and housing arrangements. For more information , please visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Dr. Carrie Cameron or Kava Lewis . |
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University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center / University of Puerto Rico (Texas) |
The Partnership Summer Research Program (8-10 weeks) offers college and medical trainees from the University of Puerto Rico System an opportunity to explore biomedical research relating to cancer, to gain firsthand experiences and mentorship in basic, clinical or translational research alongside world- renowned faculty, as well as to attend targeted institutional lectures and seminars. Some of the program benefits include:
Return visits are offered to trainees demonstrating a sincere interest in biomedical research and an outstanding research ability during their visit. |
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Students will receive a stipend, housing, and roundtrip travel from the program. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The UT Houston Summer Research Program provides undergraduate students and first-year medical students enrolled at UT Houston Medical School with hands-on research experience supervised by faculty members from the medical school. The program includes workshops that supplement the research experience, including weekly seminars, certification courses in animal science, laboratory safety and radiation, an enrichment series, and tours of selected facilities and labs. |
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Students will receive a $3,000 stipend. Minimal on-campus housing is available at a discounted rate. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Linh Trinh . |
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The Quantitative and Physical Sciences Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (QP-SURF) is a research training experience for students preparing for careers in biomedical research. This 10-week program features conducting individual research projects with UT graduate school faculty and introduction to day-to-day laboratory research life. Projects will be presented at the end of the program. Research areas include:
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. If a fellow requires housing, that cost will be covered by the program. Fellows are responsible for their own travel expenses. For more information, visit the website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program is designed for undergraduate students who are preparing for a career in biological research. Fellows will pursue individual research projects in the laboratories of UT faculty and present their research at the conclusion of the program. Areas of research including, but are not limited to:
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*Note: Selection criteria includes: grades, relevant experience, letters of recommendation, and career goals in pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD. |
Students will receive a $4,000 stipend. If a fellow requires housing, that cost will be covered by the program. Fellows are responsible for their own travel expenses. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Summer Undergraduate Research Institution for the Study of Kidney Disease (SURISKD) is a 10-week research opportunity for students interested in careers in biomedical research with an emphasis on kidney-related research. Fellows will work and conduct a research project alongside UT faculty in addition to presenting their project at the end of the program. Research areas include:
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*Note: Selection criteria includes: grades, relevant experience, letters of recommendation, and career goals in pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD. |
Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, which is inclusive of housing. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Summer Program for Undergraduate Research provides undergraduate students with an intensive 10-week research experience under the mentorship of a faculty member. The program provides opportunities to gain research experience in a variety of disciplines. |
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Students will receive a $4,000 stipend for 10 weeks of full-time research. Students may be eligible to receive a travel reimbursement up to $500 total for travel related expenses to/from Salt Lake City. All participants have the option of using on-campus housing (participants pay $250; the rest of the on-campus housing expense is covered by the program). For more information , visit the program’s website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Office of Undergraduate Research . |
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The University of Washington offers several summer undergraduate research opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Programs include, but are not limited to: |
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For more information, visit each program’s website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to UW staff.. |
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Students in the Integrated Biological Sciences Summer Research Program (IBS- SRP) will conduct independent research under the guidance of a faculty mentor in one of seven research areas:
In addition, students will prepare research proposals, final papers, and a verbal presentation summarizing their work. |
*Note: Women, minority students, disabled students, from low-income homes, first in family to attend college, and those attending small colleges with limited research facilities are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Students will receive a $6,000 stipend for participation in the 10-week program, full travel support, housing, health insurance (if needed), and a partial food allowance. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The University of Virginia School of Medicine offers the Summer Research Internship Program (SRIP) summer research internship opportunities to qualified college undergraduates considering a career in biomedical research. The program targets, but is not limited to, racially and ethnically diverse students in their junior and senior years. The program’s goals are to expose undergraduates to laboratory research and to familiarize them with the opportunities that exist for careers in biomedical research. Presentations and panel talks from our graduate students, along with free GRE tutorials, help Summer Research Internship Program (SRIP) interns successfully navigate the graduate school application process. |
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Students will receive a stipend, travel compensation, as well as on campus housing. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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USAJOBS is the U.S. Government’s official system/program for Federal jobs and employment information. This site serves as a search engine for jobs with the U.S. Government. |
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The Vanderbilt Summer Science Academy (VSSA) offers several research opportunities in clinical research and the basic sciences. Programs include, but are not limited to:
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For more information , visit the main website and each program’s website. If you have additional questions, please send an email to Vanderbilt Summer Science Academy staff. |
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The Summer Academic Enrichment Program is a 6-week program designed to enhance the academic preparation of students actively pursuing enrollment in a health professions school. Students will choose from four tracks:
Each track includes foundational courses, learning workshops, health disparities seminars, mock interviews, and networking events. |
*Note: Educational, social, or economically disadvantaged students are preferred. |
For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Division of Biology and Biomedical Sciences (DBBS) at WUSL offers 3 summer research programs for undergraduate students. The three programs include the Amgen Scholars Program, Biomedical Research Apprenticeship Program (BioMedRAP), and the BP-ENDURE: St. Louis Neuroscience Pipeline Program. All of these programs are designed to prepare undergraduate students for admission and the rigor of top tier PhD and MD/PhD programs. |
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Students receive a stipend, free housing, and free travel to and from St. Louis. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences (New York) |
The ACCESS Summer Research Program at Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences (WCGS) is designed to train underserved college students in the biomedical sciences. Students will perform hands-on research in a biomedical research laboratory under the guidance of a faculty member. In addition to gaining laboratory experience, students will attend lectures aimed at enhancing their understanding of the current status of biomedical research, the pathways available for entering research careers, and the range of available career opportunities. Students will also participate in weekly journal clubs, attend career development workshops, and take part in social activities. |
*Note: Students from groups traditionally underrepresented in research careers in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities, individuals with disabilities, disadvantaged backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply. |
Students will receive a $4,000 stipend for participating in the 10-week program and up to $500 in travel expenses. On-campus housing is provided to those who are not from the New York City area. *Applicants must have individual medical insurance for the duration of the program. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program. |
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The Gateways to The Laboratory Summer Program is a 10-week program designed to provide students a preview of physician-scientist life. Students will conduct an individual research project at Weill Cornell Medical College, Rockefeller University, or Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, participate in workshops for improving lab techniques and clinical research skills, scrub into surgeries at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital, receive mentorship with a current MD-PhD student, and have a chance to present their research at a poster presentation. |
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Students will receive a $4,300 stipend and travel reimbursement. Additionally, one family member is flown to New York to attend final presentations and are accommodated at a high-end hotel in the city. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to the program . |
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The Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program is an opportunity for premedical students to gain more insight into the world of medicine by learning more about the issues facing underserved groups, acquiring basic research techniques from laboratory or clinical research experiences, and attending workshops on applying to and funding medical school attendance. |
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Students will receive a $140/week cost-of-living allowance and rent-free housing. Travel expenses are paid for students that live outside New York. Fellows must pay for meals and other living expenses. For more information , visit the website . If you have additional questions, please send an email to Elizabeth Wilson-Anstey . |