Summer Research Opportunity: WUSTL Pediatric Student Research Program

The Washington University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, offers a Pediatric Student Research Program (PRSP), open to current full-time undergraduate and graduate students as well as high school seniors.

Under the direction of three Washington University clinician-researchers, David Wilson, MD, PhD, Ashley Steed, MD, PhD and Cliff Luke, PhD, PSRP was created with the purpose of introducing research to young investigators and to further their existing interest in research. The program includes seminars and mentored research experience during the eight-week scenario, June 2nd, 2025 through July 25th, 2025. Selected participants work alongside experienced researchers. Opportunities range from bench to clinical to community-based research. Students participate in lab meetings to gain insight into the infrastructure of the research operation and to witness the collaborative process of sharing techniques, new endeavors, and successful investigative outcomes.

 

Applications are accepted from December 15^th to February 15^th.

 

Additional application and program information can be found on the PSRP Website https://pediatricstudentresearch.wustl.edu/. Questions may be directed to Laurie Klein at psrp@kids.wustl.edu.

 

WashU Pediatric Nephrology Research Program

The Washington University in St. Louis Pediatric Center of Excellence in Nephrology is now accepting applications to its 2025 Summer Research Scholars Program. This program aims to inspire future leaders in pediatric kidney disease research by engaging students in meaningful research and clinical experiences in kidney development, biology, cutting-edge technologies, preclinical model systems and pediatric nephrology.

The program is open to undergraduate, post baccalaureate and medical students interested in biological research or medicine. Start and end dates are usually the first business day in June through the last business day in July, but some flexibility is allowed as academic schedules may vary for each student; however, an 8-week commitment is required. Students will work with a mentor on a research project and will have opportunities for didactic training and clinical shadowing in nephrology. Through seminars and lectures, students will learn about the research process and careers in medicine and research.

Students will receive an approximately $4,500 stipend. Please note: Housing is not provided as a part of the program although paid housing options through Washington University may be available. A small stipend towards housing may be available in addition and will be determined on availability of funds near the start of the program. 

Learn more and apply here by the program deadline of February 21, 2025. 

Northwestern MD/PhD Info Session - January 15

Interested in learning about the MD/PhD application process from current students? Sign up for the Northwestern University Medical Scientist Training Program’s virtual information session on January 15th at 6:30 PM CT (7:30 PM Eastern). Register here!

NYU Summer Program Info Sessions

Learn about NYU's summer prehealth programs at upcoming information sessions! Join the conversations on December 20, 2024 (3:00PM – 4:30PM), or January 10, 2024 (11:00AM – 12:30PM). To register for either event, please complete this Google Form. If you would like to be added to the department’s mailing list to receive further details about our volunteer programs, please complete this form. 

Find links to more info about each program as well as program and application dates below! 

Project Healthcare

The Project Healthcare (PHC) program is one of the most competitive and attractive programs in the nation offered to a collegiate pre-health population. Our most popular program, PHC is offered in Manhattan (NYC Health+Hospitals/Bellevue) and Brooklyn (NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn). 

 

Health Career Opportunity Program

Founded by Howard A. Rusk, MD, and sponsored by the Wallace Foundation, the Health Career Opportunity Program (HCOP) has graduated approximately 5,700 volunteers throughout its 50-year history. Offered in partnership with Rusk Rehabilitation, this program is unique in that it offers volunteers the opportunity to explore the field of Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine-related rotations, and finely curated program activities.

Research Associate Internship 

The Research Associate Internship grants students an opportunity to experience and observe multiple aspects of clinical research. Research Associates develop basic research skills and become an integral part of research projects and grants. Research Associates may be taught to collect and enter data and maintain databases, participate in laboratory meetings, and gain Principal Investigator mentorship and shadowing experiences. Research Associates also become oriented to the Institutional Review Board process for human subjects research. The current study seeking Research Associate candidates is the Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment, Opioid Education, and Naloxone Distribution (SBIRT-OEND) study.

Applications

All programs require completion of a program application, submission of a personal statement, a current resume, and two letters of recommendation. Please note that no particular previous experiences are required. Each year, in selecting our volunteers, we look for a diverse group of applicants with equally diverse interests and experiences. More information on how to apply can be found here, while pertinent program dates are listed below. All interviews will be held virtually.

Program	Location	Term	Program Dates	Length	Application Window
Project Healthcare Bellevue	Bellevue Hospital	Summer	June 2 – August 8, 2025	10 weeks	November 1, 2024 – January 26, 2025
Project Healthcare Brooklyn	NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn	Summer	June 9 – August 8, 2025	9 weeks	November 1, 2024 –  January 26, 2025
Health Career Opportunity Program	Various NYU Locations	Summer	June 16 – August 8, 2025	8 weeks	October 1, 2024 – December 22, 2024
Research Associate Internship	Bellevue Hospital	Summer	June 2 – August 8, 2025	10 weeks	November 1, 2024 – February 1, 2025