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ISB Baliga Lab
Current 11th graders only are eligible for ISB’s paid 8-week (~300 hours) formal summer internship. This summer’s possible internship topics include but are not limited to: computational biology (which can include scenarios in health and/or the environment), microbial interactions, resilience and collapse of complex systems, the microbiome, microbial evolution, cancer, systems medicine (medicine that is predictive, preventative, personalized and participatory), and bioengineering with algae. All projects are aligned with a current ISB project which is d…
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Arkansas Children's Hospital
The job shadowing program at Arkansas Children's for high school students offers an online training education course and shadowing experience for individuals interested in learning about a specific area in health care. Students will be able to indicate their area of interest on the job shadowing application, and we will do our best to match the student. Students will have the opportunity to experience the hospital setting as well as some of the duties performed by the health care worker for 1-3 days; however, students will not be permitted to take part…
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University of Minnesota
During the 6-week program, high school students will have the opportunity to get hands-on experience in a research lab at BME. The program has three components: orientation/introductory activities, hands-on lab work, and a final poster presentation. Program dates are June 20th - July 27th, with a short break for Independence Day. Interns will receive a total stipend of $1500 ($12.50 per hour for 20 hours per week over 6 weeks).
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University of Cincinnati
BRIMS provides minority students in the Cincinnati area who are graduating high school seniors or college freshmen with an excellent opportunity for scientific training. Its objective is to involve students who are underrepresented in biomedical careers in cutting-edge scientific research that takes place in an academic medical center. The program aims to spark their interest in pursuing careers in biomedical research.
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Boys and Girls Club of America
CareerLaunch encourages Club members ages 13 to 18 to assess their skills and interests, explore careers, make sound educational decisions and prepare to join our nation's work force. Club staff or volunteers help teens build their job-search skills and job readiness by using the CareerLaunch Facilitator Guide and working with teens individually or in small groups. The CareerLaunch page provides Club teens, staff and volunteers with online career exploration, college and job search information and interactive activities. Mentoring, job shadowing and tra…
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
A federal paid internship pathway that includes eligible high school students and offers work experience across public health, administration, data, laboratories, and other CDC career areas.
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UChicago Medicine
Chicago EYES (Educators and Youth Enjoy Science) on Cancer is a cancer research training program for high school and college students interested in careers in biomedicine. For two consecutive summers, participants work full time in the laboratories of established cancer researchers at the university. Rigorous research training is complemented with a cancer-based summer lecture series, year-round career development and skill-building workshops, and a network of faculty and peer mentors dedicated to participants’ success.
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Choice Physical Therapy
The High School Internship Program offered by Choice Physical Therapy is aimed at providing juniors or seniors in high school with an opportunity to gain exposure and insight into the field of medical care for physical and occupational therapy. Students will have the chance to observe and participate in day-to-day operations under the supervision of the Clinical Manager or Practice Director. The unpaid internship lasts for 2-4 months, with hours that can be accommodated to the student's school schedule, ranging from 6 to 20 hours per week. Students with…
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Vermont Sports Medicine Center
The Clinical Internship at Vermont Sports Medicine Center is designed to afford qualified juniors or seniors in High School exposure to the medical field of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy. In addition to the exposure and observation, the intern will become involved in the day-to-day operations under the direction of the Clinical Manager or Practice Director. Hours may be accommodated to student school schedule, ranging from 6 hours per week up to 20.
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The Green Heart Project
Being a high-school intern with The Green Heart Project’s Youth Internship Program is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to get paid, have fun, make new friends, spend time outside and help your community. By the end of the summer, you will develop career preparedness and healthy living skills that promote engaged citizenship through urban farming. As a Crew Member, you will assist with farm maintenance and produce sales, at our pay what you can farmer’s market. You will also engage in lessons connecting food, health, culture, and the environment on a…
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Northwestern Medicine
As part of Northwestern Medicine's commitment to building stronger communities, the NM Discovery Program’s mission is to create a pathway for the next generation of healthcare leaders by drawing on the talents of Northwestern Medicine's incredible team of healthcare professionals to provide STEM career exploration opportunities. The program is designed for students who otherwise would not be able to access these opportunities. Throughout the program, students will be exposed to a broad range of healthcare careers through activities including tours, gues…
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The Reconceive Project
This interactive project will focus on health advocacy & promotion through education, partnerships, awareness, people-centered research, and community building, especially with the breadth of this field. With many initiatives connected to health awareness, this project will also be extremely forward-facing with multiple committees, schools, organizations, and other initiatives involving youth. There may also be opportunities to expand this project into your school or campus (e.g. as a chapter, or with participation in individual initiatives).
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Hawaii Pacific Health
Since its inception in 2004, over 900 students have participated in Hawaii Pacific Health's, Health Careers Summer Internship. This 6 week, paid internship program is designed to provide high school juniors, seniors and college students a rare opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the health care industry. Interns have the opportunity to learn more about hospital systems, interact with experienced health care professionals, and explore a variety of different health care professions. Internships are offered at Hawaii Pacific Health and our network…
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Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Our volunteers commit to a 4-hour shift per week for a minimum commitment of 200 hours over the course of one year or more. Departments include Patient Support, Emergency Department, and more. Many volunteers enjoy the experience so much they continue to provide years of service and explore new opportunities in assisting patients and staff.
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High School Alliance program of the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) and Nebraska Medicine
The High School Alliance Internship Program is a competitive, one-year program designed for high school juniors and seniors who aspire to pursue careers in medicine, nursing, or other healthcare fields. The program offers various courses during the fall and spring semesters, including biology, healthcare communications, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Students are required to meet certain criteria, such as being 16 years old, having a grade of "B" or above in Algebra, Biology, and a physical science course, and being enrolled in a particip…
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Scripps
Scripps and the health career pipeline project known as the Health and Science Pipeline Initiative (HASPI) began a partnership in 2007 to create worksite and learning opportunities for high school students who have an interest in healthcare. This five-week internship program brings students from around the county into our doors to become more educated about healthcare careers.
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Stillwater Medical Foundation
During the program, the fellows shadow physicians, nurses and allied health professionals at Stillwater Medical Center and area clinics. They also observe surgeries, births, and emergency treatment at SMC. The program normally includes field trips to both of Oklahoma’s medical schools as well as specialized centers like Dean McGee Eye Institute, the Oklahoma Blood Institute, Integris’ Paul Silverstein Burn & Wound Care Unit, and the Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute.
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Dartmouth Health
High School Foundations Summer Internship program is a highly competitive and rigorous program designed for high school students to gain real-world experience and insights into various careers. Over the course of several weeks during the summer, interns participate in a range of learning opportunities, such as workshops, lectures, and hands-on projects, that are designed to deepen their understanding of fields like business, medicine, law, engineering, and the arts. Interns work closely with professionals in their areas of interest, participate in team-…
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UMass Chan Medical School
The High School Health Careers Program (HSHCP) is a four week, tuition-free, residential program. It offers current sophomore and junior high school students unique opportunities to learn about the broad spectrum of careers in Biomedical Research, Biotechnology and the health professions (BBHP). It is designed to improve academic study and communication skills of the participants.
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Moffitt Cancer Center
The HIP IMO (High school student Internship Program in Integrated Mathematical Oncology) is an 8-week summer program at the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida that provides high school students aged 16 or older with interdisciplinary team science research experiences. The program is designed to prepare motivated aspiring scientists for interdisciplinary cancer research careers. Under the mentorship of faculty and scientists in the Integrated Mathematical Oncology department, students are involved in research projects that are appropriate to their i…
