Summer Internships

Description: 

With a CUNY Career Launch internship you are paid to pursue your future career and learn on the job! Internships are designed for CUNY undergrads who have had no prior paid internship experience. As an intern with Career Launch, you can:

• Gain valuable work experience at companies or organizations in your career field,

• Work in one of NYC’s cornerstone industries,

• Meet students from all over CUNY with similar interests as you,

• And earn money, of course! Interns make $20 per hour and work 19 hours per week during July – August.

Eligibility requirements: 

•  18-24 years old

• No prior paid internship experience during your college career

• Current CUNY undergraduate student enrolled in Spring ’25

• GPA of 2.0 or higher

• Eligible to work in the United States

Application requirements: 

• Resume 

• Statement of interest

Priority deadline: FEBRUARY 16TH 

Final deadline: FEBRUARY 23RD

Application

Description: 

TRACS is a one-year paid research training program designed to strengthen the research capacity of medical, graduate, and select postbaccalaureate students as they transition to the next stage of their careers in biomedicine or public health. Focused on advancing health, TRACS provides scholars with rigorous research training, guided by experienced mentors, while offering opportunities to contribute to ongoing research and scientific publications. The program aims to enhance students' competitiveness for residency or post-doctoral training through comprehensive research experience.

Eligibility: 

• Must be a US Citizen/ Permanent Resident / Visa holders not eligible.

• A current student in a pre-doctoral program within the United States (For example: DrPH, MD, PhD, DNP) or a student in their gap year planning to apply to doctoral program.

• Demonstrate interest in public health, clinical, and basic science focused on translational research.

• Being in good academic standing.

• Be able to dedicate 20 hours per week for one year.

Application requirement: 

• Cover letter 

• CV

• Unofficial transcript 

• 1 letter of recommendation 

• Email application as one PDF file with the subject heading “TRACS” to: lakia.maxwell@downstate.edu   

Stipend: $25,000 total will be provided in quarterly payments. Scholars are responsible for their own housing and transportation.

Deadline: MARCH 1ST

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Description: 

An 8-12 week internship program in clinical research related to developmental and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents is offered by Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York – the flagship children’s hospital of the Northwell Health System. The Summer Research Internship offers 3 - 5 accomplished students the opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor on one or more research projects related to normal or abnormal child development. Students will assist the faculty member in an ongoing research project and/or work collaboratively with the mentor in designing a new project of mutual interest. Although the internship is primarily focused on clinical research, there may be an opportunity for one or more summer interns to co-author a review article for publication in a peer-reviewed pediatric journal. While participating in the program, interns will be expected to attend some introductory clinical lectures about child development and developmental disorders. Research interns will also be encouraged to attend other lectures of interest available through the Department of Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital. There will also be opportunities for occasional shadowing of clinicians in our sub-specialty area and potentially other pediatric sub-specialties as well.

It is anticipated that students will be included as coinvestigators on one or more research abstracts submitted to national research meetings. Students who are able to successfully write a manuscript for journal submission of their research findings will be identified as the first or second author of any paper submitted for publication. There may be an opportunity for a well-qualified student to collaborate on a review article for a peer-reviewed medical journal. To the extent that the specific focus of this review article has not yet been determined, suggestions by intern applicants are welcome. The article needs to be clinically focused and related to a specific developmental disorder or concern. A student with strong academic credentials and equally strong writing skills may be given the opportunity to write the first draft of this article and thus be identified as first author of this review article. The manuscript will need to be completed by August 20th .

Application requirements: 

• CV or resume 

• Unofficial transcript

• recent photograph 

Stipend: a housing stipend ($300/week) will be provided at the end of the summer to interns who meet all three of the following criteria: do not live in the immediate metro area, incur rent expenses, and do not receive any financial support or stipend from their undergraduate program or other sources for their summer internship experience.

Deadline: MARCH 1ST

For more information | Application

Description: 

A 6-8 week internship program in clinical research related to Pediatric Neurology in children and adolescents is offered by Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York – part of Northwell Health. This “Summer” research internship program offers 1-2 accomplished students the opportunity to work closely with the clinical research department and/or faculty on one or more research projects related to pediatric neurology. Students may assist the faculty member in an ongoing research project and/or work collaboratively with the clinical research department on ongoing research projects. Most projects include retrospective chart reviews and/or clinical trials that may involve direct contact with patients. While participating in the program, interns will have the opportunity to shadow in our clinics. Research interns may also be encouraged to attend other lectures of interest available through the Division of Pediatric Neurology. Research projects may include a wide variety of topics relevant to pediatric neurology, including epilepsy, narcolepsy, migraines, and quality improvement projects.

The internship is open to students who excelled while pursuing their bachelor’s degree from any U.S. college or university. Although the ideal candidate is a student who aspires to attend further education in a health-related field (MD, PhD, DrPH, NP, etc.) in the near future and may have a background in neurology or neurosciences, we welcome applications from any student who has excelled in any area of study. This program is flexible in the number of hours per week but at minimum we ask for at least two full business days per week as a commitment. “Summer” research positions are unpaid. 

It is anticipated that students may be included as co-authors on research abstracts submitted to national research meetings. This is based on the discretion of the principal investigator. Interns may have the opportunity to attend clinical lectures of interest available through the Division of Pediatric Neurology. There may also be opportunities for occasional shadowing of clinicians. “Summer” interns may occasionally be asked to assist with other academic or administrative tasks.

Application requirement: 

• CV or resume 

• Unofficial transcript 

• Recent photograph 

Deadline: MARCH 1ST 

For more information | Application

Description: 

An at-least 3-month program in clinical research related to pediatric nephrology in children and adolescents is offered by Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York (CCMC)– part of Northwell Health. The Summer Internship offers two accomplished students the opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor on one or more research projects related to pediatric nephrology. Students will assist the faculty member in ongoing research projects and/or work collaboratively with the mentor in designing a new project of mutual interest. Many projects include retrospective chart reviews, but there may also be projects that will involve direct contact with patients. The student is expected to take ownership of a research project and write a manuscript by the end of the summer. Throughout the program, interns will have the opportunity to shadow in our clinics and on rounds. Research interns will also be encouraged to attend other lectures of interest available through the Division of Pediatrics at CCMC. The internship is open to students who are currently excelling while pursuing their bachelor's degree from any U.S. college or university. The ideal candidate is a student with a strong academic record and aspires to attend a doctoral program in medicine.

This program is flexible in the number of hours per week but at minimum we require at least four full weekdays (9am-5pm) per week commitment.

It is anticipated that students will be included as coinvestigators on one or more research abstracts submitted to national research meetings. Students who successfully write a manuscript for journal submission of their research findings will be identified as the first or second author of any paper submitted for publication.

Application requirement: 

• CV or resume 

• Unofficial transcript

Deadline: FEBRUARY 15TH

For more information | Application

Description: 

An 8-week program in clinical research related to pediatric pulmonology and Cystic Fibrosis in children and adolescents is offered by Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York, part of Northwell Health (formerly, the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System). The Summer Research Internship offers 1-2 accomplished students the opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor on one or more research projects related to pediatric pulmonology and Cystic Fibrosis. Current projects in the division include participation in a retrospective multidisciplinary study on aerodigestive evaluation of patients with TE-fistula, the effect of weight reduction including GLP-1 agonists on asthma outcomes in children and a survey on the implementation of SMART therapy for asthma. Students will assist a faculty member in an ongoing research project and/or work collaboratively with the mentor in designing a new project of mutual interest. Most projects include retrospective chart reviews or database entry, but there will also be projects that may involve direct contact with patients.

While participating in the program, interns will have the opportunity to shadow in our clinics and on rounds. Research interns will also be encouraged to attend other lectures of interest available through the Division of Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital. The internship is open to students who have completed at least two years of study from any U.S. college or university. The ideal candidate is a student with a strong academic record and aspires to attend a doctoral program in medicine.

It is anticipated that students will be included as coinvestigators on one or more research abstracts submitted to national research meetings based on their participation in a research project. Students who are able to successfully write a manuscript for journal submission of their research findings will be identified as author of any paper submitted for publication.

Application requirement: 

• CV or resume 

• Unofficial transcript 

• Recent photograph 

Deadline: FEBRUARY 1ST 

For more information | Application

Description: 

An 8-10 week internship program in clinical research related to mental illness in children and adolescents is offered by Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York – the flagship children’s hospital of Northwell Health. The Summer Research Internship offers 1-2 accomplished students the opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor on one or more research projects related to youth mental/behavioral health. Students will assist the faculty member in an ongoing research project and/or work collaboratively with the mentor in designing a new project of mutual interest. Most projects include literature review, retrospective chart reviews and data analyses. The student is expected to be an integral part of a team in designing and carrying out a research project. The expectation is to publish the co-authored completed research project in a peer-reviewed pediatric journal.

While participating in the program, interns will have the opportunity to shadow in our clinics and on rounds. Research interns will also be encouraged to attend other lectures of interest available through the CAP fellowship program and department. The internship is open to students who have completed at least one year of study from any U.S. college or university. The ideal candidate is a student with a strong academic record, an interest in psychiatry and/or psychology, and aspires to attend a doctoral program in medicine.

It is anticipated that students will be included as coinvestigators on one or more research abstracts submitted to national research meetings. Students who can successfully write a manuscript for journal submission of their research findings will be identified as the first or second author of any paper submitted for publication.

Application requirement: 

• CV or resume 

• Unofficial transcript 

• Recent photograph 

Deadline: MARCH 1ST 

For more information | Application

Description: 

A 6-8 week program in clinical research related to pediatric emergency medicine is offered by Cohen Children’s Medical Center (CCMC) of New York. The Pediatric Emergency Department at CCMC sees approximately 70,000 patients a year and is the busiest ER, transfer and trauma center in NYS. The Summer Research Internship offers 1 accomplished student the opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor on one or more research projects related to Pediatric Emergency Medicine. Current projects in the division include research on various forms of simulation education and their effectiveness on the acquired medical knowledge of residents, improving the time to pain medication for patients presenting to the ED with Sickle Cell disease, and looking at the use of discharging patients with moderate to severe asthma on inhaled corticosteroids, to name just a few. Additionally, we have ongoing quality improvementbased research that evaluates the care we provide in the emergency department for our patients. Students will assist a faculty member in an ongoing research project and/or work collaboratively with the mentor in designing a new project of mutual interest. Most projects include retrospective chart reviews or database entry.

While participating in the program, interns will have the opportunity to shadow the medical team in the emergency department. They will have the opportunity to observe high and low acuity patients being taken care of in the busiest pediatric trauma center in all of NYS in addition to participating in weekly educational sessions. The internship is open to students who have completed at least one year of study from any U.S. college or university. The ideal candidate is a student with a strong academic record and aspires to attend a doctoral program in medicine.

It is hopeful that students may be included as co-investigators on one or more research abstracts submitted to national research meetings based on their participation in a research project.

Application requirement: 

• CV or resume

• Unofficial transcript 

• Recent photograph 

Deadline: MARCH 1ST 

For more information | Application

Description: 

A 6–10-week internship program in clinical research related to medical genetics and genomics is offered by Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York – part of Northwell Health. This research internship program offers one to two accomplished students the opportunity to work closely with a clinical research team on one or more projects related to medical genetics and genomics. Most projects include retrospective chart reviews and/or clinical trials, which may involve direct contact with patients. Current research includes projects related to genetic diagnoses such as Gaucher disease, Pompe disease, Fabry disease, Waardenburg syndrome, Cornelia de Lange syndrome, RNU4-2 syndrome, CHOPS syndrome, Pentalogy of Cantrell, MPS IIIC, Turner syndrome, Pallister–Killian syndrome, and others, as well as common congenital diagnoses involving hearing loss and diaphragmatic hernia. 

Future research projects may also include using the Northwell Health Biorepository to answer scientific questions and conducting quality improvement projects, such as evaluating the use of artificial intelligence by geneticists and genetic counselors. This internship is open to students who have completed at least one year of study from any U.S. college or university. The ideal candidate is a student with a strong academic record and aspires to pursue further education in a health-related field (MD, PhD, MD/PhD, PA, NP, CGC, etc.) in the future. Although it is strongly recommended that students have prior research experience and an area of study related to biological sciences, any student who has excelled in academics and is interested in the field of genetics is encouraged to apply. 

It is expected that interns will present their work at the Summer Student Research Conference at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. It is anticipated that students will be included as co-investigators on a research abstract submitted to national meetings. Students who successfully contribute to a manuscript for journal submission will be listed as a co-author on any paper submitted for publication. Although the primary focus of the internship is clinical research, interns will have the opportunity to attend clinical lectures of interest available through the Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics which occur weekly. There may also be opportunities for shadowing clinicians and networking with healthcare professionals. Interns may be asked to assist with other academic or administrative tasks. Opportunity to help out at the Cool Cars for Kids Car Show, the Medical Genetics and Genomics Division annual fundraiser. 

Application requirement: 

• CV or resume 

• Unofficial transcript 

• Recent photograph 

Deadline: MARCH 1ST 

For more information | Application  

Description: 

A 6-10 week internship program in clinical research related to Pediatric Otolaryngology, often referred to as pediatric ENT (ear, nose and throat), is offered by Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York – the flagship children’s hospital of Northwell Health. Pediatric otolaryngology is the medical specialty concerned with diseases and disorders of the ears, nose, throat, head and neck, which are among some of the most common conditions affecting children. Pediatric otolaryngologists, or pediatric ENT specialists, are trained as medical doctors and as surgeons. The critical craniofacial areas treated by ENT specialists include the sinuses, larynx (voice box), esophagus, oral cavity and upper pharynx (mouth and throat) and related structures of the head and neck. Pediatric ENT specialists also manage and treat developmental disorders and birth defects of the head and neck.

This research internship program offers one accomplished student the opportunity to work closely with a clinical research team on one or more research projects related to Pediatric Otolaryngology. Most projects include retrospective chart reviews and/or clinical trials that may involve direct contact with patients. There may be some technology related projects as well in both education and clinical applications. This internship is open to students who have completed at least one year of study from any U.S. college or university. The ideal candidate is a student with a strong academic record and aspires to pursue further education in a health-related field (MD, PhD, MD/PhD) in the future. Although it is strongly recommended that students have prior research experience and an area of study related to biological sciences, any student who has excelled in academics and is interested in the field of Pediatric Otolaryngology is encouraged to apply.

Research Abstracts/Publications: It is anticipated that students will be included as coinvestigators on a research abstract submitted to national research meetings. Students who are able to successfully contribute to a manuscript for journal submission of the research findings will be identified as a co-author of any paper submitted for publication.  Although the primary focus of the internship is clinical research, interns will have the opportunity to attend clinical lectures of interest available through the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology which occur weekly. Interns may be asked to assist with other academic or administrative tasks. 

Application requirement: 

• CV or resume 

• Unofficial transcript 

• Recent photograph 

Deadline: MARCH 1ST 

For more information | Application

Description: 

Summer scholars in NYU Langone’s Program for Medical Education Innovations and Research (PrMEIR) take part in an eight-week research-focused course. The program is open to students in college through graduate school. The PrMEIR Scholars Summer Intensive Program (PSSIP) is an innovative program for enthusiastic and inspired students. Participants take part in a series of weekly workshops over the course of a summer that provides a window into career paths in the healthcare industry.

There are 3 core project areas that make up the scholars program for 2026:

• Database for Research on Education in Academic Medicine (DREAM)

• Unannounced Standardized Patients (USP) Program

• Professional Identity Formation (PIF)

All participating scholars are required to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week to the program. Attendance will be required every Monday for a weekly PSSIP meeting and a professional development workshop. Each scholar will also be required to attend the weekly meeting for their specific team.

Application requirements: 

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Personal Statement

• One letter of recommendation (sent from recommender to Abigail.Henderson@nyulangone.org)

• One strong writing sample (2-4 pages), preferably related to the sciences (e.g., a paper from a class you took, can be an excerpt)

Deadline: FEBRUARY 27TH 

Application

Description: 

SHIP offers high school and college students the unique opportunity to explore careers in the healthcare field. Through hands-on experiences and interactive workshops, students gain valuable exposure to various healthcare settings, professionals, and students, while developing skills in leadership, teamwork, and cultural competence.

Program Highlights:

• Six-week paid internship with exposure to hospitals and health care facilities

• Learn about various health careers and community health issues

• Weekly didactic sessions discussing a wide range of community issues, tour health professions schools, and meet practitioners in the field

Eligibility: 

• Current college freshmen and sophomores in good standing 

• Student must be interested in a career in the health field

• In addition to the MSI AHEC application, applicants must also apply to the Ladders for Leaders application. 

Application requirements: 

• Student must provide two recommendations – one from a teacher or faculty member

• Essay submission

Deadline: JANUARY 16TH (early bird deadline), FEBRUARY 28TH (general deadline)

Application

Description: 

The Bronx-Westchester Area Health Education Center (BW AHEC) Summer Health Internship Program (SHIP) is an intensive, six-week opportunity for high school and college students. This program exposes students to a variety of careers in the health fields as well as to health issues affecting their communities. SHIP allows participants to interact regularly with health care professionals. Students who successfully complete the BW AHEC SHIP will emerge with new connections, job readiness skills, and insight into the world of health care.

Each year a limited number of students are admitted into SHIP. The program will run from June 29th through August 6th. During this time participants will be expected to work at their designated sites for a minimum of five hours each day. In addition, there will be mandatory didactic sessions every Thursday. These sessions will encompass a full day and will include lectures, field trips, and other health-related activities. On the final day of the program, all students will be required to attend and present their final projects.

Eligibility: 

• Student must be between 17-22 years of age before or on June 29th, 2026

• Student must attend school or live in the Bronx or Westchester

• Student must be interested in a career in the health field

Application requirement:

• 2 letters of recommendation

Deadline: JANUARY 23RD 

Application

Description: 

The UMass Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) is a non-credit, ten-week, structured research experience. The program consists of "hands-on" laboratory research with an investigator serving as a mentor, role model, and advisor. The program is designed to provide participants with in-depth exposure to biomedical research. Participants will develop career-building connections with faculty, postdocs, graduate students, and peers. The program encourages participants to consider biomedical research as a viable career choice.

Program dates: May 24 – July 31, 2026

Eligibility: 

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must be continuously matriculating (actively enrolled) at a 2 or 4 year college or university.

• College sophomores, juniors, or seniors

  • College seniors who will graduate before the 2026 fall semester are not eligible.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

• Must have a GPA of 3.00 or higher.

• Must be in good academic standing.

Application requirements: 

• Resume 

• Unofficial transcript

• Personal statement (1-2 pages) 

• 2 letters of recommendation 

Stipend: $6,000

*Please note that this opportunity is located outside of NYC. Travel to Massachusetts and housing and transportation are provided by the program.

Deadline: MARCH 2ND 

Application

Description: 

This clinical scholarship program aims to provide three paid research internships each year to college graduates who aspire to a medical career. Candidates from underrepresented minorities (URM) in medicine are encouraged to apply. Scholars selected for the program are paired with a physician mentor who is an active clinical and research physician at St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center. This full time, paid position will focus on research activities and clinical observations in cardiovascular medicine at St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center. Scholars will collaborate with a research team to contribute to scientific publications, as a result of research activities, and will attend a national scientific meeting.

Through structured lectures and journal club, scholars will learn about research methodology to strengthen critical thinking skills and to supplement their research work. Scholars will be trained to analyze various cardiac imaging modalities including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), CT, MRI and coronary angiograms.

They will also have the opportunity to interact with patients through their research work. Opportunities exist for the scholars to build networks of formal and informal contacts in the medical community that will provide support as they seek future career goals.

Program start date: July 1, 2026 

Eligibility: 

• Able to commit to the Clinical Scholars program for one year

• Graduates who received a baccalaureate degree or a current senior planning to graduate

• GPA of 3.6 or higher

• Plans to pursue an advanced degree in biomedical sciences

Application requirements: 

• Resume/CV

• Unofficial copy of transcript to date

• Personal essay

• Two/three letters of recommendation

* Completed applications must be emailed to SFHscholarsprogram@chsli.org.

Deadline: FEBRUARY 1ST 

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Description: 

The Summer Research Early Identification Program (SR-EIP) is a fully paid summer internship that provides undergraduates with training and mentoring in the principles underlying the conduct of research and prepares them to pursue competitive applications to PhD or MD-PhD programs. The SR-EIP offers closely mentored research experiences in the life and physical sciences, social and behavioral sciences, and the humanities at 20 research institutions across the country.

SR-EIP Participants will: 

• Spend 8–10 weeks at a Leadership Alliance institution.

• Work under the guidance of a faculty or research mentor.

• Gain theoretical knowledge and practical training in academic research and scientific experimentation.

• Make oral or poster presentations at the Leadership Alliance National Symposium.

• Gain access to ongoing resources, mentoring, and professional networks to support your career path as a part of the Leadership Alliance community.

• Receive professional development mentoring on applying to graduate programs and learn about research careers from alumni.

Eligibility: 

• Be a documented U.S. citizen or non-citizen national, or permanent resident in possession of an alien registration receipt card (I-551) or another legal document of such status at the time of application. International citizens studying in the United States with an F-1 Visa are not eligible for the SR-EIP. Individuals seeking asylum or refugees are not eligible.

• Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited public or private college or university in the United States or its territories, as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

• Be in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or better.

• Demonstrate a committed interest to pursue graduate study toward a PhD or MD-PhD.* 

• Have completed at least two semesters and have at least one semester remaining of their undergraduate education by the start of the summer program.

* Note: The Summer Research Early Identification Program (SR-EIP) is not designed for students pursuing professional training for careers in the practice of law, business administration, clinical medicine, or the allied health professions.

Application requirements: 

• 2 letters of recommendation 

• Official transcript 

Deadline: FEBRUARY 3RD

Stipend, and travel and housing expenses are provided by the research institution. Please note that some of the research institutions are located outside of NYC. 

Application

Description:

This 7-week program will provide high school and college students with hands-on mentored research experiences related to cancer and precision medicine with the goal to encourage the pursuit of STEM careers. During the summer program, students will actively participate in a range of seminars and program-specific didactics related to cancer biology, precision medicine, cancer epidemiology, health disparities, academic research, computational biomedicine, journal clubs, professional development courses and regular lectures, and will have the opportunity to interact with WCM faculty, staff and peers.

Students will: 

• Learn about the translational research hub using precision medicine tools, such as genetics, genomic sequencing, and clinical data to improve patients’ healthcare

• Receive hands-on research mentorship with WCM faculty and fellows

• Interact with Meyer Cancer Center and Englander Institute for Precision Medicine members, including faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and staff 

• Attend professional development workshops focused on resume and personal statement building, networking, and college and graduate school applications

• Draft a 2-page paper about their mentor's research following NIH grant guidelines

Program dates: June 24, 2026 - August 14, 2026

Eligibility: 

• Some STEM experience is required

  • This includes, but is NOT limited to, STEM programs, AP courses, collegiate courses, publications, science fairs, professional conferences, presentations, competitions, clubs, and research experience

• Past participants are not eligible to reapply

• Students must be 16 years old as of March 1, 2026

• Must currently be enrolled in high school or college/university at the time of application

• Post baccalaureates and higher are not eligible for this program

• Must be in good academic standing that can be verified by either transcript or letter of recommendation from current teacher/professor

• Proof of COVID-19, MMR, and Varicella  vaccinations, and TB Blood or Skin Tests required

• Expected time commitment will be ~25 hours/week (4-6 hours in hybrid lectures/events, 20 hours in lab research, mentor meetings, etc.)

• 90% attendance of the program and program lectures/events required to be eligible for Certificate of Completion

  • Includes 3 required, on-site, group sessions: Orientation, Career Panel/mid-program check-in, and End-of Program presentations

• All students are required to submit a write-up of their work and present either their summer's work or an elevator pitch at End-of-Program event

Application requirements: 

• Resume/CV

• Transcript 

• Letter of recommendation 

Deadline: JANUARY 19TH  

Application

Description: 

W.A.F.A.A. is a nonprofit organization that helps families and/or individuals through various social program to clients of all cultural backgrounds. Their mission is to end domestic abuse and empower individuals by providing protection, education, and resources. They currently has open positions for undergraduate and graduate interns, as well as volunteers. These opportunities are available in hybrid, virtual, or in-person formats.

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Description: 

The Tri-Institutional PhD Program in Computational Biology & Medicine (CBM) and the Office of Science Education & Training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center invite applications for the Computational Biology Summer Program (CBSP). This 10-week program is designed to bring approximately 15 outstanding computer science/applied math undergraduate rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in pursuing a career at the intersection of computer science and biomedicine for a research experience on the Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, and Rockefeller University campuses.

Students who are accepted into the CBSP will:

• Adapt their computer science skills to answer biomedically-focused research questions in cutting-edge laboratories

• Interact with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students

• Attend weekly seminar series of presentations by faculty

• Attend professional development workshops

• Present a poster on their work at the end of the program

Program dates: June 1st - August 7th

*Application portal opens on 11/3

Eligibility: 

• minimum 3.0 GPA 

• Completed college-level computer science courses in C/C++, Perl, Python, R or other languages

• Courses in general biology and/or genetics would be preferred but are not required

Application requirements:

• 2 letters of recommendation (these letters should be written by faculty members who are familiar with the applicant’s academic progress and credentials.)

• Unofficial transcript

Stipend: $6,500

Deadline: FEBRUARY 2ND

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Description: 

The Tri-Institutional PhD Program in Chemical Biology and the Office of Science Education & Training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center are very pleased to invite applications for the Chemical Biology Summer Program (ChBSP). This 10-week program is designed to bring outstanding chemistry, biochemistry, and chemical biology undergraduate rising juniors, and seniors interested in pursuing a career at the intersection of chemistry and biomedicine for a research experience on the Weill Cornell, Memorial Sloan Kettering, and Rockefeller University campuses. Applicants must have chemistry coursework and laboratory experience.

Students who are accepted into the ChBSP will:

• Adapt their chemistry skills to answer biomedically-focused research questions in cutting-edge laboratories

• Attend weekly luncheon/seminar series of presentations by faculty

• Attend professional development workshops

• Present a poster on their work at the end of the program

Program dates: June 1st - August 7th

*Application portal opens on 11/3

Eligibility:

• minimum 3.0 GPA 

• Completed college-level chemistry courses

• Courses in general biology would be preferred but are not required

• Have an interest in application of chemistry to biological problems

Application requirements: 

• 2 letters of recommendation (these letters should be written by faculty members who are familiar with the applicant’s academic progress and credentials.)

• Unofficial transcript

Stipend: $6,500

Deadline: FEBRUARY 2ND

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Description: 

Memorial Sloan Kettering and the Gerstner School of Biomedical Sciences are pleased to invite applications for the Engineering and Imaging Summer Program (EISP). EISP is designed to bring together undergraduate rising juniors and seniors interested in engineering, molecular imaging, and/or biomedicine for a summer research experience in labs at Memorial Sloan Kettering that are developing new technologies and techniques to solve fundamental problems in biology and to better understand, diagnose, and treat cancer.

Students who are accepted to EISP will:

• Adapt their skills to address biomedically-focused research questions in cutting-edge laboratories.

• Interact with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students.

• Attend scientific presentations by preeminent faculty.

• Attend skills and professional development workshops.

• Attend and present at the summer research symposium at the end of the program.

Program dates: June 1st - August 7th

*Application portal opens on 11/3

Eligibility:

• minimum 3.0 GPA 

• Taken some advanced science courses

• Have an interest in the application of engineering or imaging to biological problems in the laboratory/clinic

• Previous research experience

Application requirements: 

• 2 letters of recommendation (these letters should be written by faculty members who are familiar with the applicant’s academic progress and credentials.)

• Unofficial transcript

Stipend: $6,500

Deadline: FEBRUARY 2ND

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Description:

Memorial Sloan Kettering and the Gerstner School of Biomedical Sciences are pleased to invite applicants to the Mechanistic Biology Summer Program. This program is designed for undergraduate students who wish to gain research experience exploring fundamental questions in biology and who are interested in pursuing a career in biomedical sciences. Students will have the opportunity to work with faculty in the fields of developmental, immuno, structural, molecular, cell, and cancer biology.

Students in the program will:

• Obtain hands-on biology research experience in cutting-edge laboratories.

• Interact with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students.

• Attend scientific presentations by preeminent faculty.

• Attend skills and professional development workshops.

• Attend and present at the summer research symposium at the end of the program.

Program dates: June 1st - August 7th

*Application portal opens on 11/3

Eligibility:

• minimum 3.0 GPA 

• Completed college-level general biology and introductory chemistry

• Taken some advanced science courses

• Previous research experience

Application requirements: 

• 2 letters of recommendation (these letters should be written by faculty members who are familiar with the applicant’s academic progress and credentials.)

• Unofficial transcript

Stipend: $6,500

Deadline: FEBRUARY 2ND

For more information 

Description: 

STANDOUT is a 10-week paid summer program supported by the National Cancer Institute at Hunter College of the City of New York (CUNY), and the Center for Behavioral Oncology of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. This program is designed for current Hunter College undergraduates who have an interest in conducting behavioral cancer prevention and control research. Trainees will participate in hands-on research training, mentorship from established investigators at Hunter College and/or Icahn School of Medicine, career development activities, informative seminars, and a capstone research conference.

Eligibility requirements: 

• Minimum GPA of 3.0

• Excellence in relevant coursework (e.g. psychology, public health, behavioral medicine, research methods, or statistics)

• Hunter College undergraduate; sophomore or above 

• U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or a non-citizen national 

Application requirements: 

• Application form 

• CV or resume 

• Academic transcript 

• 2 letters of recommendation 

Program dates: June 2-August 8

Stipend:  $6,000-9,000

Deadline: JANUARY 30TH

Application

Description: 

The MSK Engage program aims to provide New York City undergraduate students including those from groups historically underrepresented in biomedical fields with two years of research experience in MSK labs to help them become competitive candidates for graduate school or professional positions as lab technicians.

Engage Scholars would join MSK labs during the summer between their ­junior and senior years for a bootcamp in lab basics, followed by a nine- to ten–week immersion in research. Scholars would join a series of lectures and professional development activities alongside participants in other MSK summer internships for college students. They will receive a stipend of $6,500 for the 10-week internship.

During the following academic (senior) year, Engage Scholars would continue working in the same MSK lab part-time for up to 12 hours per week as their course schedule allows. They will receive up to $7,500 for this period of the engagement.

Upon completing their undergraduate degree, Engage Scholars who meet the eligibility criteria will transition into a full gap year in the same lab and will join the MSK’s Bridge Postbac Program.

Eligibility:

• Are strongly committed to apply to a PhD in biomedical fields.

• Are US citizens or legal permanent residents. (We welcome applicants with DACA status but note that many DACA holders have experienced significant wait times to renew their Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and we would need to work together with a long lead time.) Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center cannot sponsor visas for the MSK Engage program.

• Undergraduate student in their Junior year

Application requirements:

• Personal statement 

• CV/resume 

• Unofficial transcript 

• 2 letters of recommendation 

Deadline: FEBRUARY 2ND

For more information

Description: 

The QSURE internship program is designed for motivated undergraduate students with a passion for quantitative science. Each student will be paired with an expert mentor to work on an individual, data-driven research project that aims to answer pressing questions in cancer. The program will provide hands-on skills in biostatistics, epidemiology, health outcomes, and/or computational oncology. 

QSURE interns will receive training in scientific as well as career development skills, including:

• Hands-on research experience carried out under the guidance of a faculty mentor

• Quantitative skills and familiarity with methods used in cancer and population health research

• Exposure to a wide application of data through internal and external speakers

• Education in the responsible conduct of research

• Training in oral and written scientific presentation

• Resources for career development

• Understanding of options for graduate study and careers

• A supportive cohort of like-minded peers

Applications open on 10/27*

Eligibility:

• Enrolled as a full-time undergrad student with an expected graduation after December 2025

• Authorized to work in the US

• In good academic standing

• Committed to professional conduct and integrity

Application requirement: 

• Resume

• Statement of interest

• Letter of good academic standing from dean, advisor, registrar or equivalent on letterhead. Letter must confirm that the student is currently enrolled, in good academic standing, and include the student’s anticipated graduation date.

• Letter from recommendation someone who knows your work and goals. For example: professor, supervisor, collaborator, etc.

• Transcripts will be requested after acceptance to the program

Stipend: $6,375

Deadline: JANUARY 19TH

For more information 

Description: 

Through NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM), NASA’s paid internship program allows college-level students to contribute to agency projects under the guidance of a NASA mentor.

With no prior experience required to apply, students of all academic backgrounds—ranging from engineering, geology, psychology, fashion design, or communications—can broaden skills supporting their career interests through NASA internships. Through focused projects and professional development opportunities, a NASA internship will give any student the kind of rewarding experience that makes a brilliant start for career advancement.  

Eligibility requirements: 

• US citizen 

• 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)

• Be a full-time student (high school through graduate-level) or a part-time college-level student enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours

• Must be at least 16 years old at time of application                    

Deadline: FEBRUARY 27TH

Application

Description: 

Provides intense research fellowship experiences on the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons campus to undergraduate students. The experience is intended to (a) provide meaningful training in biomedical research, and (b) enhance the students’ ability to achieve a career in biomedical research and/or medicine by pursuing an advanced degree (either Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D. or M.D.). In addition to specific training in the indicated research area, the students receive in-depth training in biomedical research methodology, including: (a) the design and analysis of experiments, (b) a critical reading of the scientific literature, through journal clubs, (c) the presentation of scientific results at laboratory meetings, (d) attendance at convened poster sessions, (e) the preparation of abstracts and manuscripts describing the results of experiments, and (f) career counseling and research ethics.

Application requirements:

• Online application (became available 12/16/24)

• Demographic information 

• Resume 

• Personal statement (500 words max)

• Unofficial academic transcript 

• 2 letters of recommendation

Eligibility requirements: 

• US citizens or permanent residents

• Undergraduate student at time of application. Please note that preference will be given to students who are rising juniors or seniors. Freshmen and graduated seniors will be eligible.

• GPA of 3.0 or above

• Students from economically or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds (such as first-generation college attendee or low income) or have overcome barriers in their educational journey.

• Interested in pursuing graduate education in a biomedical field (MD, MD/PhD, or PhD)

Program dates: May 27th-July 24th 

Stipend: $5,000 for living expenses, additional $500 flexible spending for students 

Deadline: FEBRUARY 2

Application

Description: 

Are you interested in a unique summer research experience that combines basic science with health disparities and community-based research? Apply now for the Summer Program in Translational Disparities and Community Engaged Research (SPRINTER) at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.

Application opens 10/21*

Application requirements: 

• Online Application

• One letter of recommendation from a science or math professor

• Unofficial Transcript

Eligibility requirements: 

• Students from backgrounds that are traditionally underrepresented in biomedical research

• Enrolled in an accredited undergraduate institution

• Preference given to rising Juniors and Seniors

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Two years of science/public health courses completed by the beginning of the program

Program dates: May-July, Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm

Stipend: $3,000

Deadline: JANUARY 11TH

Application

Description: 

Weill Cornell Medicine’s Emergency Medicine Research Associate Program (RAP) exposes college and post-baccalaureate students to research activities within the emergency medicine setting, specifically at New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine (NYP/WCM) and NYP/Lower Manhattan. 

The Research Associate Program is a research program that occurs in a clinical setting. The program is designed to involve Research Associates in many elements of the performance of clinical research, while providing opportunities for observing clinical practice, and for extended interaction with clinical providers and patients. The program provides educational and practical experiences that increase knowledge about clinical research methodology and clinical care and may enhance participant’s application to medical or graduate school. 

Participation in the program requires a minimum commitment of two, 6-hour shifts per week for two consecutive semesters and attendance at scheduled trainings or lectures (2-4 dates per semester). Participation in the program is on a volunteer, unpaid basis.

Eligibility:

• College students at the sophomore level and higher, and post-baccalaureate students who are interested in research in a clinical setting

Application requirements: 

• Cover Letter 

• Resume/CV

• Two references 

Deadline: JANUARY 31ST

Application

Description: 

The research team is looking to onboard a group of students, whose research experience levels vary from beginner to advanced. Students will have the opportunity to observe how data is collected through patient charts (paper and electronic records) and transferred into our databases. With instruction from the Director of Research, Research Analyst, and Research Project Manager students will learn to perform data collection and data management independently. Depending on the student’s experience level and motivation, they will be also able to partake in data analysis and abstract writing portions of existing and new research projects.

Eligibility requirements: 

• Junior/Senior student

• > 3.7 GPA

• Has a flexible schedule, and is responsible and punctual

• Can work in a team, as well as independently

• Motivated, and enthusiastic about research and/or medicine

• Successfully interviews with key members of our staff for the position

Application requirements: 

• Resume 

• Letter of interest 

Program dates: June 2nd-August 15th

3 days/week for 2 months over the course of the summer 

Expected deadline: March 2026 

Previous deadline: March 26, 2025 

Email resume and letter of interest directly to Christopher Mendez (Christopher.Mendez@nyulangone.org) 

Description: 

This internship is designed to be an important entrypoint for someone looking for a career working with animals. Interns will receive a well rounded training course in aquatic animal husbandry. This includes exhibit and life support maintenance, diet preparation, feeding, quarantine protocols, and assessing water quality parameters. Interns will also have the chance to observe medical procedures, transports, and arrival of new animals. Interns will be responsible for completing a project based on their interest and internship learning outcomes.

Qualification requirements: Resume and cover letter

Eligibility requirements: 

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Current college or graduate student enrolled in a degree granting program

• Interest in pursuing career in animal care

• Be able to lift 50lbs and  perform physically demanding tasks  

• Be able to work in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)

• Have the ability to work well in a busy and fast paced environment

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Stipend: $1,000-2,000

Expected deadline: April 2026 

Previous deadline: April 1, 2025 

Application

Description: 

The Bronx Zoo’s Ornithology Department is seeking an intern with a desire to learn aviculture and the care of a variety of birds within the zoo’s avian collection. Interns will learn the professional and technical work skills involved in the daily care of animals, mainly birds, but also include mammals, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates. Interns will support the keepers in the Ornithology Department and will learn to conduct a comprehensive range of zoo activities including animal husbandry, learning about diets, nutrition, exhibit repair, assistance with animal transfers and record keeping duties. Interns will report directly to a supervisor or manager but will at times assist Senior Keepers and/or Wild Animal Keepers in an assigned section. By the conclusion of their session, interns will complete a research project or written paper about an aspect of Aviculture that they selected to further explore. While many learning outcomes overlap, there are two different tracks available for the internship:

Daily Care and Husbandry- Interns will focus on learning the feeding, behaviors, training, and handling of animals with an emphasis on avian enclosures and the physical husbandry and care in the day to day operations of the ornithology collection. 

Data Collection & Management- Interns will learn the professional and technical work skills involved in the office management and logging data including behaviors, incubation and natal records, daily reports, information systems including ZIMS as well as internal ID cards. Interns will learn about writing protocols and gathering collection information as well as the importance of logging the information for records as well as preserving zoo history. This position will offer a unique chance to learn and understand the information and technical side of the care and maintenance of the avian collection.

Qualification requirements: Resume and cover letter

Eligibility requirements: 

• Current college student

• Ability to access animal areas and perform physical work, including bending, climbing and the lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to maintain a set schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

• Desire to learn the care, basic medical procedures, feeding, behaviors, training, and handling of zoo and domestic animals, with an emphasis on avian taxa.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including routine procedures for the care and maintenance of animals, displays, grounds, and safety/emergency procedures. 

• Ability to provide quality customer service to both internal and external customers and engage with the public and fellow interns, staff and volunteers in a professional and courteous manner.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment in the recognition, evaluation, and reporting of abnormal behavior, attitude, or appearance of collection or native animals.

• Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills including working in a team environment or on an individual basis.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Stipend: $1,600-2,000

Expected deadline: April 2026 

Previous deadline: April 1, 2025 

Application 

Description: 

This internship will provide interns with a well-rounded deep dive into conducting animal behavior and observational studies within a zoo setting. Interns will be guided in designing and carrying out a study, analyzing results, and sharing findings.

Qualification requirements: Resume and cover letter

Eligibility requirements: 

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must be a current student enrolled in a degree-granting program

• Ability to operate well in a busy and fast paced environment

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

• Must successfully pass a background screening if accepted

Duration: late May-mid August

Stipend: $750-1,300

Expected deadline: April 2026 

Previous deadline: April 1, 2025

Application 

Description: 

This internship is designed to be an important entrypoint for someone looking for a career working with animals. Interns will receive a well rounded training course in animal care and training while working alongside the animal care staff to assist with the husbandry of marine mammals (sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters) and penguins. Interns will also complete a final project.

Qualification requirement: Resume and cover letter

Eligibility requirements: 

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Commitment of 3 days per week for 20 weeks, 4 days a week for 15 weeks, or 5 days a week for 12 weeks

• Current college or graduate student enrolled in a degree-granting program

• Interest in pursuing career in animal care

• Be able to lift 50lbs and  perform physically demanding tasks (for example: moving hoses, lifting tanks, moving frozen food).  

• Be able to work in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)

• Have the ability to work well in a busy and fast paced environment

• Provide own housing and transportation

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Stipend: $2,000

Expected deadline: April 2026 

Previous deadline: April 15, 2025

Application

Description: 

IT-ROCS is a 10-week NSF-sponsored Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program at The City College of New York, a CUNY campus located in NYC. This program will support nine (9) students each summer as part of a comprehensive summer research program focused on climate science and the impacts of climate change on Earth’s ecosystems, coupled with an education outreach component in partnership with local non-profit organizations.

Research: 

Students will work with faculty mentors in ecology, evolution, climatology, remote sensing, geography, biochemistry, and computer science. Project topics range from the impact of recent climate change on air and water quality in the greater NY region to the study of evolutionary responses of biodiversity to past climate change to help foresee future trajectories.

Eligibility requirements: 

• Must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents (per NSF rules)

• Should have taken approved entry-level survey courses (100 series) in their discipline of interest that are accessible to Freshmen and Sophomores. Examples at CCNY include courses such as Bio 102 (Biological Foundations 2), EAS 106 (Earth Systems Science), or EAS 104 (Perspectives on Global Warming); applications from outside of CCNY are expected to have taken equivalent introductory coursework that is reflected on their transcript.

Application requirements: 

• Resume or CV

• Unofficial transcript 

• 3 short essay questions

Program dates: June 9th-August 15th

Stipend: $6,250, plus travel, housing, and food allowances

Expected deadline: March 2026 

Previous deadline: March 8, 2025

Application

Description: 

PrIMER is a research program for full-time, undergraduate underrepresented minority, and underserved students who are typically underrepresented in STEM fields. PrIMER is funded by the National Institute for Environmental Health Sciences and provides research trainees the opportunity to gain valuable research experience in environmental health sciences. 

PrIMER trainees commit to a two-year program beginning June before their junior year through December of their senior year. Trainees are paired with a Columbia University faculty member who serves as a research and academic mentor throughout the program. Trainees conduct research in environmental health sciences, attend weekly professional development workshops, and interact closely with Columbia University faculty. Each fall, trainees present their summer research experience at the PrIMER Research Symposium that takes place during our departmental seminar and is attended by faculty, students, and research staff. Trainees work with their mentor to continue research during the academic year.

Eligibility requirements: 

• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident.

• Must be a full-time, undergraduate student at a university in the New York City area.

• Applicants who are from disadvantaged economic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Must be a rising junior. Note: We will consider rising seniors for this year.

• Sophomore (will be a Junior in Fall, 2025)

• Junior (will be a Senior in Fall, 2025)

• Must be able to commit two summers and two academic years to the program.

• If a rising senior, the commitment is one summer and one academic year.

• Must have an interest in pursuing research and interest in further studies in environmental health sciences.

Application requirements: 

• • PrIMER application

    • Personal information

    • personal statement

    • Two letters of recommendation

      • At least one letter of recommendation must come from a faculty member in your undergraduate program 

    • Unofficial transcript up to the current date

Expected deadline: March 2026 

Previous deadline: March 1, 2025

Application

Description: 

The New York Aquarium's Aquatheater  internship program expands upon the aquarium's long-term efforts to educate future animal care professionals. During this internship, you will assist in all aspects of care of California sea lions and Harbor seal and may have the opportunity to perform in daily animal presentations. While this is a hands-off/no animal contact internship, the skills learned through active observation are vital to future momentum in the field. Interns will learn the importance of providing a safe and clean environment to the animals, training terminology and be able to watch training in progress, and assist with the section’s animal enrichment program. Additionally, interns will complete reading assignments, coursework, and complete an independent project which will aid the section in their daily objectives. The internship is designed to be a stepping stone into an eventual career as a marine mammal trainer/keeper. Many individuals with the desire to pursue a career in animal care or training in a zoo or aquarium have successfully moved on to full time positions after completion of this internship.

Duration: 

May-August; 3 days per week for 20 weeks, 4 days per week for 15 weeks, or 5 days per week for 12 weeks.

Qualification requirements: 

• Resume and cover letter

• Letter of recommendation (strongly encouraged) 

Eligibility requirements: 

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must be able to meet the time commitments outlined above; please note that the schedule varies for students and non-students. 

• Interest in pursuing a career in marine mammal care and animal training

• Ability to memorize a script 

• Ability to lift 50lbs and perform physically demanding tasks (for example: moving hoses, lifting tanks, moving frozen food).  

• Ability to learn and work in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)

• Ability to operate well in a busy and fast paced environment

• Must have basic math skills. 

• Previous animal care experience is helpful but not required

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

• Must successfully pass a background screening if accepted

Stipend: $2,000 total stipend to be paid as one lump sum upon completion of the position

Expected deadline: March 2026 

Previous deadline: March 1, 2025

Application

Description: 

The SBRP is a research-intensive program that provides the foundational skills needed to succeed as a graduate or professional student. The program consists of nine weeks of laboratory experience at the Brody School of Medicine, one of its affiliated Institutes, or one of the basic science departments on the main campus of East Carolina University. The program includes all the necessary laboratory specific biological and chemical safety training modules required for each participant, which may include animal handling and a blood borne pathogen training course. The career development portion of the curriculum incorporates a health/science career symposium and a series of seminars and workshops preparing the applicants to apply to graduate or professional school. Finally, the participants will present their research at the Poster Session at the conclusion of the program.

Eligibility requirements: 

• All undergraduates from any accredited institution whether at the community college or 4-year college level are eligible to apply for this program.

• The applicant needs to be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at the time of application and for the duration of the summer program (no gap year).

• Students must have received a passing grade in college level General Biology, General Chemistry, Algebra and English Composition (or comparable courses)

• Students on a valid VISA are eligible to apply.

Application requirements: 

• Completed Summer Biomedical Research Program Application (application opened 11/15/24)

• Undergraduate Transcript (submit electronically)

• 2 Letters of Recommendation (submit electronically with recommender contact information)

Stipend: $3,500 (on campus housing offered at no extra cost) 

Deadline: FEBRUARY 13TH

Application

Description: 

The program is open to current undergraduate, graduate and professional school students of public health, health education, laboratory sciences, medicine, social work, environmental engineering, public administration, accounting, mathematics, computer science, law, nursing, the social sciences, and many other majors.  HRTP offers dynamic internships in public health research, community health outreach and education, fieldwork, laboratory work and public health administration.

Eligibility requirements:

• Applicants must be enrolled as a matriculated undergraduate, graduate or professional student in a degree program at an accredited college or university in the U.S.

• Recent graduates are ineligible.

• Applicants must be in good academic standing.

• Residency in NYC is required for the fall and winter/spring sessions. There are no residency restrictions for the summer session.

Application requirements: 

• Resume/CV

• Personal essay

• Current school transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted)

• Letter of recommendation and reference form

Program duration: June-August; full-time: maximum 35 hours per week, part-time: minimum 20 hours per week 

Deadline: FEBRUARY 15TH 

Application

Description: 

The Yale BioMed Amgen Scholars Program is a research-intensive summer training program in biomedical research for undergraduate students who plan to obtain a PhD or MD-PhD in the biomedical sciences. We particularly encourage students who are members of groups underrepresented in the sciences, who are the first in their families to college, who are from inner city or rural communities, or who have grown up with financial or other disadvantage to apply.

The aims of Yale BioMed Amgen Scholars Program are: to identify applicants interested in biomedical research careers; to provide them with an intensive research and didactic experience in biomedicine during a 9-week residency at Yale School of Medicine; and to provide faculty and peer mentoring resources that extend throughout and beyond the program.

Eligibility requirements: 

• U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents

• Undergraduate students enrolled in accredited four-year colleges or universities in the United States, Puerto Rico or other U.S. territories; and

• Sophomores (with four quarters or three semesters of college experience), juniors or non-graduating seniors (who are returning in the fall to continue undergraduate studies).

• A cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or above; and

• An interest in pursuing a PhD or MD-PhD

Application requirements: 

• Online application (opened 11/25/24)

• 2 letters of recommendation

Stipend: $5,000, plus $750 food allowance and housing on the medical school campus 

Deadline: FEBRUARY 2ND

Application

Description: 

The Irving Institute for Cancer Dynamics offers a 10-week research opportunity for talented undergraduate students to perform cutting-edge research at the intersection of cancer research and mathematical sciences. The program is designed to provide the participants with a unique interdisciplinary research experience, mentoring, and professional development. Students will work full-time on a research project mentored by an IICD researcher. In addition to research, participants will attend weekly events, such as scientific seminars, workshops, career and professional development events, lab tours, scientific writing/presentation opportunities, etc. Undergraduate students from mathematics, computer science, statistics, computational biology, data science, biology, engineering, etc. are welcome to apply. Students from traditionally underrepresented groups in STEM fields are strongly encouraged to apply

Eligibility requirements: 

• Be a US citizen or permanent resident

• Be an undergraduate in the Fall semester following the program (seniors graduating in the Spring/Summer of the program year cannot apply)

• Open to rising sophomores, juniors and seniors

• Open to community college students

• The program is not open to undergraduate students from Columbia University/Barnard College

• Previous research experience is not required. Students will be expected to work full-time for the duration of the program, so students cannot be enrolled in classes or work another job.  

Application requirements: 

• Online form to complete 

• One-page resume/CV

• Unofficial university transcripts

• Cover letter (one-page max, see below)

• Top three choices for mentors (Columbia faculty and research scientists affiliated with the IICD)

• Name of two faculty/instructors in STEM who will provide letters of recommendation (see below). Letters should be submitted by the same deadline as the online application. Applications without letters of recommendation will not be considered.

Program dates: May 26-July 31 (tentative)

Stipend: $8,000

Deadline: FEBRUARY 1ST 

 Previous deadline: February 1, 2025

Application

Description: 

The Feinstein Institutes' Summer Student Internship Program is a mentored program designed to provide current matriculated undergraduate college students with hands-on experience and familiarize them with career opportunities in disease-oriented research. Up to 25 students will be accepted into the internship program. Interns are matched with research faculty according to their stated institute of interest and work on an ongoing research project in one of the expert programs. In addition to conducting research, Feinstein interns attend a series of specially designed workshops and seminars. At the end of the 8-week internship, students present an academic poster summarizing their research to faculty and other students.

Home to six leading institutes in medical research—each with impressive track records of producing knowledge that cures disease and improves patients’ lives.

Applicants must select which institute they want to work with for the summer:

• Behavioral Science

• Bioelectronic Medicine

• Cancer Research

• Health System Science

• Molecular Medicine

• Translational Research

Application requirement: 

• Letter of recommendation

Stipend: $2,000

Deadline: JANUARY 23RD

Application

Description: 

MEEP interns participate in an in-depth paid training program where they learn how to have science conversations through interactive and reflective workshops. After the completion of their training, they engage Museum visitors in science conversations in Museum halls

The Summer session of the Museum Education Employment Program is a 10-week practical learning experience. Interns work up to 15 hours a week after the completion of the training period. The MEEP Summer internship will run June-August. During their tenure in the program, they can expect to complete between 150-175 hours, which includes the training period, special events, and other shifts. MEEP interns can earn up to $2,800 (less applicable taxes) for the 10-week program. Will take place Oct. 3-Dec. 21. 

MEEP interns participate in interactive, reflective workshops and training modules at the Museum.

Expected deadline: March 2026 

Previous deadline: March 27, 2025

Description: 

Project Onramp creates access to paid summer internships for talented, motivated college students who are under-resourced and often first-generation, helping to bridge the opportunity gap for promising young people. Students gain valuable hands-on experience and companies build non-traditional talent pipelines.

Eligibility requirement: 

• Eligible for the Pell grant 

Expected deadline: June 2026

Previous deadline: June 3, 2025

Website

Description: 

The Department of Medicine Clinical Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) welcomes undergraduate rising sophomores and juniors who are interested in exploring careers in biomedical research to participate in a summer experience. The aim of the CURE program is to provide students a background in research in clinical medicine. The program consists of an 8-week experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Students will have a structured didactic series featuring training in the key aspects of clinical research conduct, as well as exposure to different careers in biomedical research. Each student will be paired with a faculty mentor to participate in an active research project. These projects may involve data derived from clinical trials at MSK, or real-world outcomes from patients treated at the center. The aim is for the student to gain exposure to the conduct of clinical trials in medicine, applications of data science in the medical field, or other topics relevant to clinical research. Summer participants may spend some time observing the care of cancer patients based on their interest.

Eligibility requirement: 

Preferred Criteria:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science and/or premedical studies

• A dedicated interest in exploring careers in biomedical science and/or clinical research

• Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

• Highly inquisitive, focused, and proactive

• Good judgment and discretion when working with confidential information

Required Criteria:

• Eligible candidates must be a rising sophomore or junior undergraduate student

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s program

• Ability to work independently

• Good organizational and interpersonal skills

Application requirement:

Please submit the following to CURE@mskcc.org

• Current resume

• 500-word maximum personal statement describing your interests in biomedicine and, if applicable, any relevant experience in the field. Please give us some sense as to your interests so that we can pair you with a faulty mentor that matches your goals.

• Unofficial transcript from Undergraduate University

• Recommendation letter from at least one professor/teacher/advisor

• Selected candidates will undergo a brief video interview via teleconferencing.

• Candidates will be updated via email on an ongoing basis throughout the selection process regarding application status updates.

Salary: $28.33/hourly

Program dates: June 9, 2025-August 1, 2025

Deadline: January 31, 2025

Application

Description: 

SCORE is an 8-week summer research program designed to encourage undergraduate students to consider careers in cancer research.  Each student is paired with a faculty mentor at MSK to do a research project. Throughout the eight weeks, SCORE students will also attend educational lectures, workshops and panels culminating in a one-page abstract and formal scientific presentation.

Program dates: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Friday, July 24, 2026 (No exceptions can be made for start and end dates)

30 hours/week, Monday-Friday

Eligibility: 

The program is open to freshman, sophomores, and juniors. Seniors graduating AFTER December 2026 are eligible to apply; seniors graduating BEFORE December 2026 are NOT eligible. 

Application requirements:

• All the requirements must be met by the application deadline of Friday, January 23, 2026, at 5:00pm

• Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5

• Be in good academic standing

Stipend: Students will receive a competitive stipend biweekly across eight weeks.

Past deadline for application request: December 15, 2025

Application request form

Description: 

The Health Career Opportunity Program (HCOP) at NYU Langone Health’s Rusk Rehabilitation offers candidates with minimal clinical experience the opportunity to explore a variety of health professions. As a student in the program, you would be assigned to a single specialty for a full four-week session. Participation is entirely voluntary, and interns do not receive a salary or stipend.

The 2026 internship schedules are as follows:

• Session One: Tuesday, May 26-Friday, June 19, 2026

• Session Two: Monday, June 22- Friday, July 17, 2026

• Session Three: Monday, July 20- Friday, August 14, 2026

• Sessions One and Two (for research only): Tuesday, May 26- Friday, July 17, 2026

• Sessions Two and Three (for research only): Monday, June 22– Friday, August 14, 2026

Interns in the Health Career Opportunity Program at NYU Langone Health work alongside world-renowned specialists in their fields.

• Anesthesiology

• Intensive Care Unit

• Clinical Nutrition and Food Services

• Creative Arts Therapy

• Emergency Medicine

• Harkness Center for Dance Injuries

• Horticultural Therapy

• Neurology

• Nursing

• Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

• Occupational Therapy

• Pharmacy

• Physical Therapy

• Rehabilitation Medicine

• Research

• Orthopedic Hand Surgery

• Social Work and Care Management

• Speech–Language Pathology and Swallowing

• Vascular Surgery – Long Island

• Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of the program.

• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 

Application requirements:

• Personal Statement 

• Unofficial transcript 

• Resume

• Letter of recommendation (optional)

Past deadline: December 21, 2025

For more information

Application

Description: 

Project Asian Health Education and Development (AHEAD) is a 10-week, paid, summer internship program designed to provide training and firsthand experience to undergraduate students interested in pursuing healthcare careers. The goals are: To increase interns' interest in and awareness of the history and dynamics of the New York Asian American community, as well as the particular needs, challenges, and strengths of Asian American communities; to provide exposure to community health and its various components, including primary care, social work, health education, programming, and research at a federally qualified health center; to motivate the next generation of community health leaders to serve historically excluded communities and promote health equity; to help interns develop a better understanding of themselves as individuals and as valued contributing members to their communities. 

Eligibility requirements: 

• Undergraduate student, currently attending a four-year college/university. Must have completed one year of college, and is currently in their second, third, or fourth year of college at the time of the application.

  • College courses completed during high school, AP, and IB credits do not count towards this one year of completed college.

• Must be interested in healthcare, health equity, community health, and serving historically excluded communities, including Asian American communities.

• Can commit Mondays to Fridays from 9am–5pm, including some early mornings, later evenings and weekends. 

• Interns should expect to travel throughout New York City and occasionally spend time outdoors. 

Stipend: $5,000

Program dates: June 2-August 8

Application