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All of the following programs have upcoming deadlines in the next couple of weeks January 20th through February 10th.







Jackson Laboratory Student Summer Program



The Summer Student Program is designed for students who want to immerse themselves in genetics and genomics research. It emphasizes laboratory discovery, communication of knowledge, and professional growth. Every year, a diverse group of 48 undergraduate and high school students are chosen from all over the United States. They are able to meet and connect with research-focused students from different backgrounds who quickly form a community of motivated science scholars.

Admission is competitive, and students of all backgrounds are selected. All students receive a stipend of $6,000 for the 10-week program, including room and board at Highseas (Maine program) or at the University of St. Joseph (Connecticut program). The cost of round-trip travel between the student’s home and the Laboratory is also provided.

Deadline: February 2nd







Simons Summer Research Program



The Simons Summer Research Program gives academically talented, motivated high school students the opportunity to engage in hands-on research in science, math or engineering at Stony Brook University. Simons Fellows work with distinguished faculty mentors, learn laboratory techniques and tools, become part of active research teams, and experience life at a research university. Established in 1984 as an outreach program for local high school students, the Simons Summer Research program now attracts applicants from all across the country to the Stony Brook campus: Simons Fellows are matched with Stony Brook faculty mentors, join a research group or team, and assume responsibility for a project. The Simons Fellows conclude their apprenticeship by producing a written research abstract and a research poster. In addition to learning valuable techniques and experiencing life at a major research university, Simons Fellows attend weekly faculty research talks and participate in special workshops, tours, and events. At the closing poster symposium, students are presented with a $1,000 stipend award.

Deadline Jan 22nd





Broad Summer Scholars



The Broad Summer Scholars Program (BSSP) invites highly motivated high school students with a strong interest in science to spend six weeks at the Broad Institute. We match students with Broad scientists to conduct original, cutting-edge research projects in areas such as cancer biology, psychiatric disease, chemical biology, computational biology, infectious disease, and more. In addition to original research, students will get to explore scientific careers; attend interesting scientific talks, including the Midsummer Nights’ Science public lecture series; present their research to the Broad community in a scientific poster session; attend a college fair; participate in fun social events, and meet other students who share similar interests.

Deadline: Jan 24th



Helios Scholars Program



Helios Scholars at TGen is a paid, eight-week summer internship for high school students program in biomedical research open to incoming and continuing undergraduate, graduate, and medical school students who have studied at an Arizona high school, college, or university. Interns work full-time on a research project under the mentorship of a TGen scientist to unravel the genetic components of diabetes, neurological disease, and cancer. At TGen North in Flagstaff, interns focus their summer research on public health and pathogens such as Valley Fever and antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Internships are available in all areas of translational bioscience: laboratory research, computational biology and bioinformatics, mathematics and statistics, and research administration.

Deadline: Feb 7th





Bank of America: Student Leaders Program



Since 2004, Student Leaders has been part of our ongoing commitment to youth employment and economic mobility. Preparing a diverse pipeline of community-minded young students with the leadership training they need to be successful in the workforce is vital to our approach to responsible growth and helps to build thriving communities. Through our Student Leaders program, we connect more than 300 community-minded high school juniors and seniors from nearly 100 communities to employment, skills development, and service. They’re awarded paid summer internships with local nonprofits such as Boys and Girls Clubs of America and Habitat for Humanity and participate in a national leadership summit in Washington, D.C. The Student Leaders Summit focuses on skill-building and creating a more civically engaged society. Deadline: Jan 31st





The TARGET Program: Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory



The TARGET Program is a highly competitive, paid, six-week summer internship for high school students opportunity for Illinois high school sophomores and juniors who have a strong interest and demonstrated an aptitude for physics, mathematics, computer science, and engineering. The program’s design combines both work and hands-on experiential learning.

Deadline: Jan 31st



Smithsonian Institution: Youth Engagement Through Science



The Youth Engagement through Science (YES!) summer internship for high school students is a career immersion and science communication program for youth in the Washington D.C. region. The YES! program, which runs from June-November, gives interns practical experience through a hands-on science internship with Smithsonian science staff. By participating in the program, teens will also have access to behind-the-scenes tours and field trips, creative studio workshops, college preparatory classes, and the opportunity to create their own TED-type talks.

It provides a stipend of $2,500.

Deadline: Jan 31st







Kennedy Krieger Institute: Maternal Child Health Careers/Research Initiatives for Student Enhancement – Undergraduate Program (MCHC/RISE-UP)



The MCHC/RISE-UP Program provides opportunities for enhanced public health leadership training in the area of maternal and child health focusing on social determinants of health, elimination of health disparities, and developmental disabilities. Grant funding for this program was awarded to Kennedy Krieger Institute by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to develop a national consortium of institutions and universities that provides undergraduate scholars with three public health leadership experiences: (1) clinical, (2) research, and (3) community engagement and advocacy. All scholars interested in maternal and child health, reducing health disparities and promoting social justice, especially scholars from underrepresented populations in the field of public health, are strongly encouraged to apply. A $3,500 stipend is provided for Kennedy Krieger Institute and University of South Dakota (10-week) and $3,000 is provided for the University of California (8-week) program participants. Air flight and housing for the CDC visit are paid by the program. Consortium site housing and round-trip travel for out-of-state scholars are also available.

Deadline: Jan 31st









Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center: The Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) program



The Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) program introduces Massachusetts high school and college students from underrepresented populations to the world of cancer research by placing them in real research settings at local cancer research institutions. Our goal is to encourage students to pursue future careers in the biosciences—particularly cancer research—giving practical meaning to academic course work and to expand and extend their interest in basic, clinical and/or population science research. At the same time, students make a valuable contribution to the DF/HCC research mission. By participating in a program at DF/HCC—an NCI comprehensive cancer center with more than 1100 researchers across seven Harvard institutions—students will learn from experts who are devoted to preventing, treating and curing cancer.

Deadline: Feb 1st



Children’s Hospital Colorado: Summer Child Health Research Internship



The Department of Pediatrics offers summer research opportunities for rising high school seniors, college students, and first-year medical students. Students will work in the lab with members of the Department of Pediatrics faculty at Children’s Hospital Colorado/ University of Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The summer program will introduce students to research opportunities related to child health. The summer internships will include opportunities for students to participate in a lecture research series as well as present their research at the completion of the summer internship. Eligibility: Students must be a rising senior in high school, an undergraduate student, graduate student, or a student completing the first year of medical school. Students must be available for the entire nine-week internship. Stipends: Each student will be provided a stipend of $3,500 to assist with travel and housing costs.

Deadline: Feb 1st



Travis B. Lewis High School Scholarship Award Program



University of Nebraska Medical Center, Department of Pharmacology & Experimental Neuroscience The Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience is proud to announce an open competition for the Travis B. Lewis Scholarship Award for outstanding high school students desiring a career in science and medicine. This award is made possible through a generous private donation and will provide a summer stipend, an award plaque and the opportunity to work for up to 10 weeks in a premiere research program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Stipend: $1,500.00

Deadline: Feb 1st



Indiana University Cancer Center: Summer Research Program



The IU Simon Cancer Center Summer Research Program (SRP) aims to increase the number of high schools and undergraduate students from underrepresented populations pursuing biomedical and behavioral science careers by providing positive and meaningful firsthand exposure to these fields. During the eight-week program, participants work 40 hours each week. Full-time attendance is mandatory throughout the program’s duration. Of course, unforeseen emergencies and school-related obligations may come up, thus, some flexibility may be allowed. However, due to the rigorous nature of the program, a commitment to daily attendance is required.

Deadline: Feb 3rd





University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute Summer Academy (PA)



The Hillman Academy provides rising high school seniors with eight weeks of research-focused didactic and experiential learning at six locations. During this time, scholars will work on their own research project in a dedicated research mentor’s laboratory. At the end of the program, scholars will be asked to present their projects as an oral presentation and in a poster session. Participating scholars will also learn important skills to help prepare them for success in college and in their future careers in science and medicine. Deadline: Feb 10th

Texas Tech University: Clark Scholars Program



The Anson L. Clark Scholar Program is an intensive seven-week summer research program for highly qualified high school juniors and seniors. The Program at Texas Tech University helps the Scholars to have hands-on practical research experience with outstanding and experienced faculty. – The Scholars will receive a $750 tax-free stipend and room and board. – The program includes fun activities, weekly seminars, and field trips. – This Program provides opportunities for research in all academic areas in the university. (click on Research Areas for list of all research areas). – International Students are eligible/welcome to apply. – You must be 17 years of age by the program start date. The Clark Scholars Program is designed to attract gifted students from around the nation.

Deadline: Feb 10th





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