SUMMER INTERNSHIPS & PROGRAMS for Students Interested in the Health Professions 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