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SUMMER INTERNSHIPS & PROGRAMS for Students
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Internships in New York
 Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
       Summer Undergraduate Research Program
       Offers 50 college students each summer an exceptional opportunity to conduct original research. The program is designed for
       outstanding undergraduates with a strong background in the biomedical sciences
       ( http://www.aecom.yu.edu/phd/index.asp?surp )
       Jack and Pearl Resnick Campus
       1300 Morris Park Avenue
       Bronx, NY 10461 (718) 430-2000

 Brookhaven National Laboratory
       Summer Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI)
       The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has established a national program titled the Science Undergraduate Laboratory
       Internship (SULI). Under it, Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) and other labs offer student appointments for spring,
       summer, and fall terms. Participants will be associated with members of the scientific and professional staff in an educational
       program developed to give research experience in areas of chemistry, physics, engineering, biology, nuclear medicine, applied
       mathematics, high- and low-energy particle accelerators, and science writing.
       (http://www.bnl.gov/education/programs/suli.asp)
       Brookhaven National Laboratory
       Building 438, PO Box 5000
       Upton, New York, 11973-5000

 Brooklyn (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center
       Summer Research Program.
       An 8-week research opportunity for sophomore and junior undergraduates. Students work under the direction of a faculty
       member in either basic science or clinical departments. Designed for undergrads that have historically been underrepresented
       in the biomedical and health related professions.
       (http://sls.downstate.edu/admissions/medicine/minorityprograms.html )
       SUNY-Health Science Center at Brooklyn
       450 Clarkson Ave., Box 1186,
       Brooklyn, NY 11203-2098.

 City of New York Department of Health & Mental Hygiene
       Health Research Training Program (HRTP)
       Full-time, 10-12 week internships in public health research, community outreach and education, fieldwork, laboratory work and
       administration to undergraduates. Student participates in a project under the direct supervision of experienced public health
       professionals who are recognized experts and leaders in their fields of public health practice. Projects are located at the Dept.
       or other health-related institutions.
       ( http://home2.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/hrtp/hrtp-summer.shtml )

 Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
       Watson School of Biological Sciences Undergraduate Research
       Approximately 25 students from around the world will be accepted to the 10-week summer program to work with senior
       Laboratory staff members on independent research projects, specifically biomedical sciences.
       ( http://www.cshl.edu/URP/ )
       Watson School of Biological Sciences
       Undergraduate Research Program
       One Bungtown Road
       Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724

 Columbia University/Barnard College
       Amgen Scholar’s Program at Columbia.
       A summer research program to a select group of motivated undergraduate students who will benefit from the opportunity of
       hands-on biology related laboratory research.
       (http://www.columbia.edu/cu/biology/ug/amgen/ )
       Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Program for Undergraduates
       The program offers the chance to experience scientific research as an undergraduate. The program is open to US citizens or
       permanent residents who have completed their junior or sophomore year in college with majors in earth science,
       environmental science, chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, or engineering. Applicants should have an interest in
       conducting research in the Earth or ocean sciences.
( http://eesc.columbia.edu/resources/internships/lamont/ )
      Columbia University Medical Center
      630 West 168th Street
      New York, NY 10032

Cornell University,The Rockefeller Univ. & Sloan-Kettering Institution
      ( http://www.med.cornell.edu/mdphd/summerprogram/ )
      Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering "Gateways to Laboratory Program
      Geared toward underrepresented minority students who have completed their freshmen or sophomore years of college. The
      goal is to foster an interest in biomedical research leading to doctoral training.
      (http://www.med.cornell.edu/education/programs/tra_sum_res.html)
      Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program for Premedical Students
      Program designed to give 25 premedical students, who have completed junior year in college, deeper insights into the field of
      medicine, including issues that greatly affect the health of traditionally underserved groups.

Association of Hispanic Healthcare Executives (AHHE)
      AHHE Summer Mentorship Program
      The program provides the opportunity to learn more about major issues, skills and responsibilities involved in a
      career in healthcare administration.
      AHHE Summer Enrichment Program – A 12- week internship position for a college junior or senior, a first
      year graduate student, or a second year health administration graduate student, interested in learning about a
      career in health services management.
      (http://www.ahhe.org/programs/ )

Long Island Jewish Medical Center
      Service Guild
      The service guild hires over 1,000 volunteers during the summer, from pre-med to high school students.
      Volunteers serve in their two gift shops, Ambulatory Services, various offices, Child Life in Schneider Children’s
      Hospital and many other positions. Apply in person to the Volunteer office Monday-Friday or call 516-470-7090.
      ( http://www.northshorelij.com/body.cfm?id=3254&oTopID=3254&PLinkID=60 )
      270-05 76th Ave.
      New Hyde Park, NY 11040-1433

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
      Summer Undergraduate Research Program
      This ten-week research program is designed for approximately 20 outstanding undergraduate students who are interested in
      pursuing a career in biomedically related sciences
      ( http://www.sloankettering.edu/gerstner/html/54513.cfm)
      1275 York Avenue, Box 441
      New York, NY 10065

The Mount Sinai Medical Center
      Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) –
      The Program begins on the first Monday of June and runs for 10 full-time consecutive weeks. It is for freshman,
      sophomores or juniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 motivated toward research.
      (http://www.mssm.edu/gradschool/surp/)
      Mount Sinai School of Medicine
      One Gustave L. Levy Place
      New York, New York 10029

 New York University Medical Center
      ( http://www.med.nyu.edu/sackler/programs/summer.html )
      Sackler Institute of Undergraduate Biomedical Sciences (SURP)
      This is a Summer Undergraduate Research Program in the basic medical sciences for qualified sophomores and juniors who
      are interested in pursuing research careers (MD/PhD or PhD). Underrepresented minority students are encouraged to apply.
      ( http://www.cns.nyu.edu/undergrad/surp/ )
      The Center for Neural Science Summer Research Program
      This summer research experience program for undergraduates with an interest in neuroscience. This program is designed to
      foster entry into a neuroscience research-centered career. Students apply for positions in a 10-week summer program during
      which they actively participate in research projects in the laboratories of New York University science faculty.
      NYU School of Medicine
      550 First Ave., LH Room 4-32-0
New York, NY 10016.

Project AHEAD (Asian Health Education and Development)
      Manhattan, NY and Queens, NY Office Locations
      (www.cbwchc.org )
      Charles B. Wang Community Health Center Undergraduate Internship Opportunity
      This 8-week health career training program in Manhattan is designed to provide students with first-hand exposure to the health
      field. Eligible students must be an undergraduate student, have an interest in health or allied health careers and have an
      interest in and some knowledge of Asian American communities.
      (www.cbwchc.org )
      Manhattan, NY and Queens, NY Office Locations

Rochester University
      ( http://www.stronghealth.com/services/pharmacy/summerinternship.cfm )
      Pharmacy Summer Internship
      Our internship program is designed to produce a trained clinical and distribution ready Pharmacy intern to assist our institution
      in programs during the summer. Upon completion of the program, supervisors have trained the interns to immediately step in
      and be a productive team member as a pharmacist.
      ( http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/smd/education/cached/surf.cfm )
      Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program (SURF)
      In its design, this academic Entry Program strengthens participants' science, clinical, and research skills to enhance their
      competitiveness for careers in medicine and the biomedical sciences. SURF Program participants are matched with a faculty
      mentor and they conduct focused research in a medical center laboratory.
      School of Medicine & Dentistry
      601 Elmwood Ave., Box 601
      Rochester, NY 14642

Roswell Park Cancer Institute
      Summer Medical and Dental Education Programs (SMEP)
      SMDEP is a FREE (full tuition, housing, and meals) six-week summer academic enrichment program that offers freshman and
      sophomore college students intensive and personalized medical and dental school preparation. Program sites include
      Columbia, Yale, New Jersey Medical and New Jersey Dental, University of Virginia, Howard University, Duke University, and
      much more.
      (http://www.smdep.org/)

SUNY State College of Optometry
      Optometry (SUNY College of) Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program
       Designed to increase the exposure and awareness of the profession of Optometry. Minorities and economically
      disadvantaged students encouraged to apply. Winter Internship Program will be held in January. Must be a NYS resident and
      a sophomore or junior.
      (http://www.highered.nysed.gov/kiap/COLLEGIATE/CSTEP2004/introduction_to_cstep.htm )
      33 West 42nd Street
      New York, NY 10036

Internships in the Northeast (NJ, PA, CT, RI, New England)
American Cancer Society (Mass. Div.)
      The Alvin T. and Viola D. Fuller Research Fellowship
      The fellowship lasts a minimum of 10 weeks and allows participants to assist in cancer research. It carries with it a $4,000
      stipend. Applicants must be residents of New England (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, or VT) and enrolled in a four-year undergraduate
      program. They may be attending college/university outside of New England. Minority students are encouraged to apply.
      (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/COM/content/div_NE/COM_7_2x_2006_Fuller_Research_Fellows
      hips.asp?sitearea=COM )

Boston University
      ( http://www.bu.edu/urop/forstudents/funds/surf/index.html )
      Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
      SURF is a 10 week research experience that supports undergraduate students for the summer at Boston University.
      Participants from institutions across the country are paired with BU faculty members who will serve as their research mentors.
      As part of the program, participants also attend a series of summer enrichment workshops whose topics range from laboratory
      safety to research ethics to scientific writing.
      ( http://www.mbl.edu/REU/ )
      Research Internships at Marine Science at Wood Hole, MA
This program is hosted by Boston University. Undergraduates who have decided on a career in marine sciences are
      encouraged to apply for a research internship for work on organisms and processes in coastal bays of New England. Interns
      make use of the rich variety of research taking place in the Woods Hole community, to work on a semi-independent project
      with an appropriate host scientist. Interns work closely with a host scientist to design a feasible project, carry out the work, and
      prepare results for talks and manuscripts.
      Boston University
      143 Bay State Road
      Boston, MA 02215

Brown University Leadership Alliance
      (www.theleadershipalliance.org )
      Summer Research Program (Rhode Island)
      The program is designed to encourage highly motivated underrepresented students across all disciplines to consider
      academic careers in higher education. NOTE: Program sites are available throughout the U.S. See website for listings.

Connecticut (University of) Schools of Dental Medicine & School of Medicine
       (3) Undergrad. Summer Research Internships for Research in Biological & Biomedical Sciences
      (http://grad.uchc.edu/internships/intern_intro.html)
      This is a10-week program for highly qualified and motivated students who have completed their sophomore year and have
      an interest in obtaining a Ph.D. in the biological and biomedical sciences.
      (http://medicine.uchc.edu/prospective/enrichment/collegefellow/index.html )
      This program is designed for undergraduate college students who are interested in careers in medicine, dental medicine, or a
      combined degree (M.D./Ph.D. or D.M.D./Ph.D.).Students who are completing their junior year are given preference. Applicants
      should have completed some college coursework in biology and chemistry (preferably through organic chemistry). Previous
      laboratory experience is desirable. A variety of projects are available.
      ( http://medicine.uchc.edu/prospective/enrichment/hcop/summerresearch.html )
      This is for students who are interested in a career in medicine, dental medicine or biomedical research and for applicants who
      have completed some college coursework in biology and chemistry (preferably through organic chemistry).
      U. Conn. Health Center, Room AG062
      263 Farmington Ave., Farmington, CT 06030-1905

Hartford Hospital
      The Summer Student Research Fellowship Program
      This program offers a unique clinical research opportunity for college students pursuing careers in medicine. The fellowship is
      designed exclusively for pre-medical students completing either their junior or senior year in college. It offers the student an
      introduction to research methodology, patient treatment, and ethical issues in medicine as well as exposure to a broad
      spectrum of health care providers within a large community teaching hospital.
      (http://www.harthosp.org/residenciesfellowships/summerstudentresearchfellowship/default.aspx )
      Medical Education Programs
      Hartford Hospital
      80 Seymour Street
      Hartford, CT 06102-5037

Harvard Medical School
      The Summer Honors Undergraduate Research Program (SHURP)
      This is offered for college students from under-represented groups who are seriously considering research careers in the
      biomedical sciencesSHURP is one of the fifteen summer research programs participating in the Summer Research Early
      Identification Program of the Leadership Alliance, a consortium of 31 colleges and universities dedicated to improving the
      participation of historically underrepresented students in graduate education programs.
      The Four Directions Summer Research Program (FDSRP)
      A summer program run for Native American college students by Native American medical student members of the Native
      American Health Organization at Harvard Medical School FDSRP welcomes applicants who are interested in becoming
      familiar with the medical and research community at Harvard Medical School, and who are seriously committed to helping their
      Native communities.
      ( http://www.hms.harvard.edu/dms/diversity/programs.html )
      Harvard School of Public Health
      655 Huntington Ave., Bldg. I-1204
       Boston, MA 02115-6021

MIT Health Sciences and Technology- The Summer Institute
      ( http://web.mit.edu/gso/admissions/summer.html )
      The MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP)
      Each student receives supervision from an MIT faculty member, postdoctoral fellow, or advanced graduate student. Individual
      counseling on academic careers is also available. This is an opportunity for constructive feedback on selecting relevant
      undergraduate courses and acquiring the appropriate skills. Each student will produce an abstract, a research paper, and an
oral presentation at the end of the program. There is also the possibility for co-authoring a scientific paper with one's
      supervisor
      ( http://web.mit.edu/hstsummer/ )
      Bioinformatics and Integrative Genomics (BIG) Program & Biomedical Optics Program
      Program offers two unique opportunities for outstanding students considering a career in biomedical engineering and medical
      science. Program participants gain hands-on research experience working alongside members of an internationally recognized
      scientific community. The programs are designed to help participants explore career options or prepare for graduate level
      research.
      Graduate Students Office
      Room 3-138
      Cambridge, MA 02139-4307

New Jersey, University of Medicine & Dentistry (UMDNJ)
      (www.smdep.org )
      Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Summer Medical Education Program (SMDEP)
      This 6-week summer academic enrichment program is located at 11 sites nation-wide designed to assist minority students to
      pursue careers in the health professions.
      ( http://www2.umdnj.edu/neuroweb/summer_prog/index.htm )
      Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) in Neuroscience
      (For Students from New Jersey.) Outstanding applicants will be selected to join a research laboratory on the UMDNJ or
      Rutgers campus for a 10 week program, where they will engage in hands-on experimentation. In collaboration with their
      mentors, students will be expected to design and implement individual research projects during this period. This involves
      formulating a hypothesis, and learning laboratory skills, data collection and documentation. Areas of research involve a broad
      range of topics in developmental and adult neurobiology.
      UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
      683 Hoes Lane West
      RWJSPH 363
      Piscataway, NJ 08854

Princeton University Department of Chemistry
      Summer Minority Undergraduate Research Program
      Interdisciplinary training effort in the field of molecular biophysics. The purpose is to encourage minority
      sophomores and juniors to consider pursuing graduate study in molecular biophysics. Must be US citizen and
      have GPA of 3.5 or better.
      ( http://www.princeton.edu/~chemdept/mbp/sumprog.html )
      Princeton University
      Princeton, NJ 08544

The Whale Center of New England (formerly Cetacean Research Unit or CRU) –
      Several Research Projects and Internship Opportunities
      Non-profit research organization of approx. 10 people involved with the study of behavior, ecology and natural history of
      whales and dolphins found in the waters off Cape Ann, MA. Internships for fall, winter and summer are available. The Whale
      Center of New England in biology and animal behavior. College credit may be arranged by the student through their
      department or as an independent research program at their college or university.
      (www.whalecenter.org )
      24 Harbor Loop
      Gloucester, MA 01930

Pittsburgh (University of) Howard Hughes Medical Institute
      (http://www.as.pitt.edu/undergraduate/experience/hhmi-info.html)
      Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships/BiologicalSciences Education Program
      The fellowship is for undergrads seriously contemplating research careers in the molecular and cellular aspects of the
      biological sciences. Participate in original research projects having an oral and written presentation of results in the final week.
      HHMI Summer Fellowship Program

      (http://www.medschool.pitt.edu/future/future_03_spaep.asp)
      Summer Premedical Academic Enrichment Program (SPAEP) –
      Two intensive 7-week programs designed for underrepresented minority high school seniors and college freshmen that are
      interested in medicine. This program focuses on strengthening academic skills, building motivation and providing broad
      exposure to the field of medicine. Level I is a classroom and lab-based program for freshmen and sophomores designed to
      strengthen academic skills; Level II offers a mentored biomedical research lab experience, admissions workshops and MCAT
      preparation.
      ( http://www.as.pitt.edu/undergraduate/experience/research-ops.html)
      Summer Undergraduate Research Program
This is a10-week program of research and professional development for and minority students interested in a career as
      physician scientists. Designed for freshman, sophomore or junior year college students.
      Dept. of Biological Sciences, A234 Langley Hall
      U. of Pittsburgh
      Pittsburgh, PA 15260

Rhode Island (University of)
      Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships Program in Oceanography & Ocean Engineering
      A 10-week program limited to US citizens or permanent residents designed to attract undergrads with outstanding academic
      qualifications and to involve them in oceanographic research. Stipend and travel assistance provided
      (http://espo.gso.uri.edu/~surfo/ )
      Grad. School of Oceanography,
      U. of Rhode Island, Narragansett, RI, 02882-1197

St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport, CT
      Research Associates Program
      The program invites college students considering the health professions to join their research team in the
      emergency department as Research Associates. RA’s will be volunteering a minimum of one 4-hour shift per
      week. RA’s will interact with large numbers of patients presenting with the range of problems seen in an inner city
      (http://www.raprogram.com/)
      2800 Main Street
      Bridgeport, CT 06606-4201

Temple U. School of Podiatric Medicine
      Summer Internship Program –
      Free 8-day program. Attend workshops and seminars on podiatric medicine; shadow and work with podiatric physicians in a
      hospital, private practice and outpatient clinic settings. Must have completed 30 credit hours at an undergraduate institution.
      ( http://podiatry.temple.edu/pages/prostdnts/ps.html )
      8th at Race Streets
      Philadelphia, PA 19107.

Thomas Jefferson University
      Summer Undergraduate Research Program
      Jefferson College of Graduate Studies offers academic programs leading to the MS and PhD degrees in a variety of
      biomedical areas. The college is sponsoring a number of summer positions through which you will have the opportunity to
      work in the laboratories of our faculty as members of their research team.
      ( http://www.jefferson.edu/jcgs/summer_internship_2008.cfm )
      1020 Locust Street, Suite M60
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

Tufts University & Sackler School of Graduate Biomedical Sciences
      Summer Research Program for Undergraduates –
      Do research under the direct supervision of a faculty mentor, and present the results of their projects at a symposium at end of
      summer. Field trips and demonstrations of special techniques are also a part of the program. Must be a US Citizen of
      American Indian or Alaskan Native; Pacific Islander; African American, Spanish American, Latino or Chicano decent.
      (http://www.tufts.edu/sackler/programs/summer.html)
      Tufts U. 136 Harrison Ave.
      Boston, MA 02111-1800

Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine
      Adventures in Veterinary Medicine (AVM) Program
      During the program, you will have lectures from the clinical faculty, engage in hands-on activities with animals, and will be
      assigned to clinical rotations where you can shadow 4th year vet students in the hospital. AVM will give you a realistic,
      comprehensive look at what attending veterinary school would be like, and provide you with the knowledge of the many roles
      that veterinarians can have.
      (www.tufts.edu/vet/avm)
      200 Westboro Rd.
      N. Grafton, MA 01536-1895
Internships Elsewhere in the US

Baylor College of Medicine
      3 Summer Programs Available:
      The Michael E. DeBakey Summer Surgery Program encourages the development and interest of well-qualified young
      students who are considering a medically oriented career. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity to
      work with faculty, surgical residents, medical students, and nurses in our various teaching hospitals.
      (SMART) Program is a 9-week program provides undergrads an opportunity to work with faculty members in research labs.
      Unique training in the area of biomedical research. Students must have minimum GPA of 3.0.
      The Summer Science for Seniors program is for local rising high school seniors. Students from any school in the Houston
      area are eligible for the program. Applicants must be high school juniors and at least 16 years old by June 1 of the year in
      which they participate. Application deadline is March 15 of their junior year. Participants conduct research in laboratories
      throughout the College.
      ( http://www.bcm.edu/education/summer_programs.cfm )
      One Baylor Plaza, Houston, Texas 77030

Colorado (The University of)
      Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program
      This provides students with the opportunity to participate in research projects at the University of Colorado Mountain
      Research Station.. Most student participants will be housed at the Mountain Research Station. Participants will live in
      cabins at the Station through the summer, offering an opportunity for participation in a unique, focused, research program.
      The goal is to train promising undergraduate students, from the University of Colorado and other colleges and universities,
      in modern research methods in the related disciplines of ecology, evolution and behavior
      ( http://www.colorado.edu/eeb/EEBprojects/reu/ )
      Mountain Research Station
      818 County Road 116
      Nederland, CO 80466

Edith and Henry Everett at Co-op American,
      Everett Public Internship Service Summer Program
      10-week program that allows interns to work diligently with skilled and dedicated mentors to gain first-hand experience
      on the front lines of public service. Applicants must have at least completed 2 semesters of college education and should be
      current undergrads or grads. Various organizations to apply to.
      (www.everettinternships.org)
      1612 K Street, NW, Suite 600
      Washington, DC 20006.

Emory University
      The SURE Program
      The Summer Undergraduate Research Program at Emory (SURE) allows undergraduate students to conduct supervised
      research with a faculty mentor. Students receive training in the research methods applicable to their research plan, analyze
      their data and create written and oral presentations of their results. At the end of the summer, each participant takes part in a
      formal research symposium.
      ( http://www.cse.emory.edu/sciencenet/undergrad/SURE/SURE.html )
      201 Dowman Drive, Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, USA

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
      Summer Undergraduate Research Program
      For students interested in a career in biological research. Student and a sponsoring scientist will design a research project to
      be carried out by the student over the 9-week PROGRAM.
      (www.fhcrc.org/education/undergraduates )
      1100 Fairview Ave., N., PO Box
      19024, A2M-015, Seattle, WA 98109-1024

Howard University
      ( http://www.howard.edu/amgenscholars/ )
      The Howard University Amgen Scholars Program (HUSAP)
      During their summer at Howard University, Howard University Amgen Scholars will: Take part in important research projects,
      gaining hands-on lab experience and contributing to the advancement of science. Scholars will interact with and receive
      guidance from faculty mentors, including some of the nation’s top academic scientists.
      (www.coas.howard.edu)
      7-Week Advanced Academic Summer Enrichment Program –
An academically challenging and structured program designed to introduce pre-health professional students to the first year of
      health professions school. Must be a citizen or permanent resident of US, have minimum GPA of 2.8, and be a junior or
      senior.
      (http://www.kff.org/minorityhealth/bjscholars/index.cfm)
      Howard University/Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program-
      College (students of color) seniors and recent graduates work in a congressional office in Washington, DC to learn about
      health policy in this nine-week program. Must be US citizen, member of minority group and a senior or recent graduate.
      2225 Gerogia Ave., NW, Suite 518
       Washington DC 20059

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
      Human Anatomy Summer Course for Undergraduates
      A four-week course designed to give juniors an introduction to all aspects of human anatomy, and includes demonstrations
      using human cadavers. Involves hands-on work, various imaging modalities and computer programs. Tuition: $3,700/room
      and board additional fee. 4 academic credits awarded upon successful completion of the course.
      (www.hopkinsmedicine.org/FAE/anatomyinstitute)

Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
      Undergraduate summer research Program
      Loyola's Department of Microbiology & Immunology is designed to provide a stimulating and challenging experience for
      students interested in biomedical research.
      ( http://www.meddean.luc.edu/lumen/DeptWebs/microbio/SUMMER/SUMMER.HTM )
      2160 South First Avenue
      Maywood, Illinois 60153

North Carolina (Medical University of)_ Department of Pharmacology,
      Carolina Summer Fellowship Program
      The UNC Department of Pharmacology annually sponsors a competitive summer undergraduate research fellowship
      program for rising seniors in undergraduate science programs. (Other students will be considered, although with
      lower priority). This program is designed to give students planning a career in the biomedical sciences an
      opportunity to conduct research under the direction of a research pharmacologist. Training in the Carolina Summer
      Fellowship Program includes hands-on research conducted by the student in the laboratory of a supervising faculty
      member, a weekly seminar program to acquaint the student with projects and research activities of the entire faculty,
      and culminates in a colloquium where all students present brief reports on their summer research projects. In
      addition, the program offers a variety of enrichment and recreational activities, including a visit to local
      pharmaceutical and biotech companies.
      ( http://www.med.unc.edu/pharm/csfp/index.html )
      Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599-7365

The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
      SERC Internship Program
      Offers undergraduate and beginning graduate students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in
      the fields of environmental research and education. This program enables students to work on specific projects
      under the direction of SERC's professional staff and is tailored to provide the maximum educational benefit to
      each participant. Projects include terrestrial, atmospheric, and estuarine environmental research within the
      disciplines of ecology, biology, chemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, mathematics, and physics.
      ( http://www.serc.si.edu/pro_training/internships/internships.jsp )
      PO Box 28
      647 Contees Wharf Road Edgewater, MD

South Carolina (Medical University of)
      College of Graduate Studies Summer Undergraduate Research Program
      Opportunity for well-qualified juniors or sophomores to undertake an original research project as an apprentice to an active
      research scientist in basic bio-medical research. Minority groups encouraged to apply.
      (http://www.musc.edu/grad/summer/surp/ )
      173 Ashley Avenue, 102 BSB PO Box 250501
      Charleston,SC 29424
Stanford University
      The Stanford Summer Research Program/Amgen Scholars Program
      A fully funded, eight week, residential research program. It offers undergraduates who want to prepare for and enter Ph.D.
      programs in the sciences a unique opportunity for advanced research experience within a world class university.
      ( http://ssrp.stanford.edu/ )
      300 Pasteur Drive, Alway Building M-105
      Stanford, CA 94305-5121

Texas (University of) Health Science Center at Houston
      Summer Research Program
      Offers opportunities to work with researchers in the Medical School, School of Public Health, School of Nursing, School of
      Allied Health Sciences and Dental Branch. Scientists in all of these schools are exploring and gaining new knowledge to more
      fully understand the human body to promote health and cure disease. Must be at least a sophomore, US citizen and have a
      min. GPA of 3.0, and have completed at least 12 hours in a science discipline.
      (www.med.uth.tmc.edu/srp/)
      7000 Fannin St., Suite 1007, Houston, TX 77030
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