Founded in 2010, the Summer Student Program is designed for high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in the biomedical sciences.
The program is focused on two distinct areas:
Independent research in a stimulating learning environment
- Students will have a chance to take part in an 8-week, biomedical or computational lab-based internship in a Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) research lab. Students are paired with a mentor who supervises their activities, helping them develop appropriate technical skills. Over the course of the internship, students complete a self-directed project that supports the Principal Investigator’s overall research objectives. Through participation in laboratory meetings and program sessions, students are exposed to a variety of people within their assigned laboratories and MSK community.
Professional and Personal Development
- The students will also explore outside of the laboratory, in an effort to provide an additional facet to life as a scientist. These events will give insight into the world of translational medicine and research. The events are hosted by programs throughout Memorial Sloan Kettering, including the Office of Scientific Education & Training, various Memorial Hospital clinical departments, and Human Resources.
Location(s)
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York
Schedule
- June 30th - August 22nd, 2025
Cost/Compensation
Eligibility Requirements
- Demographic eligibility: The applicant must live in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut within 25 miles of Main Campus of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center on the Upper East Side in Manhattan
- Currently enrolled as a high school junior
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- A 3.5 grade point average in science subjects
- Must be 14 or older by June 2025
- Submission of application materials by the deadlines
- Eight-week commitment to the program
- A genuine interest in science and laboratory research
Deadline
- February 7th, 2025
Application or Entry Requirements
- A completed online application
- Required short essay responses
- Current resume: A one-page resume highlighting your academic abilities and volunteer and/or professional scientific experience.
- Unofficial transcripts: Transcript(s) from every high school attended.
- Letters of recommendation: Two confidential recommendation letters from a STEM teacher, guidance counselor or research mentor.
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) is a world-renowned comprehensive cancer treatment and research institution located in New York City. Founded in 1884, MSKCC is a global leader in the field of oncology, offering state-of-the-art patient care, cutting-edge research, and educational programs. With a multidisciplinary approach, the center integrates the expertise of healthcare professionals across various specialties to provide personalized and innovative cancer treatments. MSKCC is known for its commitment to cancer research, conducting extensive clinical trials, and translating scientific discoveries into improved patient outcomes. The center's vast network encompasses outpatient facilities, research laboratories, and inpatient care units, collectively dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of cancer.
