Weill Cornell Medical College Travelers Summer Research Fellowship (T-SRF).

In the summer of 2025, the Weill Cornell Medical College will mount the 57th season of the Travelers Summer Research Fellowship (T-SRF). T-SRF is a seven-week experiential research program for junior or senior premedical students from diverse backgrounds who are committed a career in medicine and who have a demonstrated commitment to working with underserved populations. The program is designed to enhance a participant’s eligibility for medical school and is described comprehensively outlined in the attached brochure, including the application process. The program provides an opportunity for the student to execute a research project under the supervision/mentorship of a seasoned WCM faculty member while exposing participants to near peer mentorship, clinical faculty from a variety of specialties, as well as public health and clinical topics in medicine, particularly those that impact underserved and minority populations.

Additional information about the program, application instructions, and online application can also be found at: http://weill.cornell.edu/education/programs/tra_sum_res.html 

The application to the summer program is now open and the deadline to apply is February 1st, 2025.

Summer Opportunity: SHPEP Application Open

 

The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) National Program Office is excited to announce that the applications for SHPEP and the Minority Serving Institution Pathway Initiative (MSIPI) for 2025 are now open! This year's application includes MSIPI, an AAMC-funded initiative integrated into the SHPEP application process. By completing a single application, students can apply to up to three SHPEP and MSIPI sites. All sites accept first and second-year college students; please see the links for additional eligibility requirements and information.    MSIPI is an innovative 5-week program designed to expand access to health professions for students at Minority Serving Institutions. With a blend of virtual and in-person programming, MSIPI offers tailored support for students participating at either a Native American-Serving Nontribal Institution (NASNTI) or a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). Through this unique experience, students engage in culturally enriched programming that honors the rich heritage and values of Native American and African American communities.   New this year: SHPEP is expanding eligibility to include college juniors! If you are interested in a career in the health professions and have earned no more than 90 credits (excluding AP and IB credits, but including dual enrollment), you can now apply!   Please note that only two SHPEP Program Sites will be accepting juniors for this cycle: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Western University of Health Sciences Participants in SHPEP and MSIPI will benefit from: Housing, meals, a stipend, and travel assistance. Guidance from current admissions deans, health professionals, students, and SHPEP alumni to help them navigate their career paths. While curricula and program dates may vary by site, SHPEP and MSIPI offer a range of academic and career experiences, such as: Academic enrichment in basic sciences and quantitative topics. Learning and study skills development, focusing on individual and group learning techniques. Clinical exposure through small-group rotations in healthcare settings, simulation experiences, and seminars. Career development sessions on health professions and the admissions process, along with the creation of an education plan. A financial literacy and planning workshop covering financial principles and management strategies. A health policy seminar series that discusses current health policy issues, the policymaking process, healthcare financing, and social determinants of health. An introduction to interprofessional education, emphasizing effective collaboration across health professions. The application submission deadline for SHPEP and MSIPI is February 5, 2025, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Additionally, all application materials, including one letter of recommendation and official transcript(s), must be postmarked/time-stamped by February 5, 2025. Please note that application materials postmarked by the deadline will be processed by the National Program Office, even if those materials arrive after the deadline. As a reminder, it can take up to 10 business days to process application materials once they are received by the National Program Office.   For questions, reach out to shpep@aamc.org or call toll-free at 1 (866) 587-6337.

Summer Research Opportunity: Fred Hutch Cancer Center SURP

 About the Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)

The SURP is an intensive, 9-week internship designed to provide research experience and mentorship for rising-senior undergraduate students who are interested in biomedical research. Under the guidance of a faculty mentor, students will:

• Complete an independent research project;
• Attend weekly research seminars;
• Participate in professional development workshops designed to facilitate the preparation of competitive applications for graduate/medical school; and
• Present their findings at a competitive poster session.

The program will run from Monday, June 16 – Friday, August 15, 2025. An online application for the 2025 SURP is now available on the SURP website.

 

The application deadline is midnight Pacific Standard Time (PST) on Friday, January 10, 2025. Letters of recommendation for up to two references are due by midnight Pacific Standard Time (PST) on Friday, January 17, 2025. 

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Medical Career Design Fellowship

The Orthopedic Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) funds a select number of Medical Career Design (MCD) Fellowships to allow recent college graduates the opportunity to explore many aspects of a medical career — research, clinical practice, education, advocacy and leadership. A minimum 2-year commitment is required. Successful MCD Fellow applicant will be completing a BA/BS degree. We will accepting applications on a rolling basis until March 1. However, earlier applications are welcome and fellowship spots will be offered to the candidates on rolling basis. Click here to learn more. 

Summer Research Opportunity: Harvard Amgen Scholars Program

Apply to the Harvard Amgen Scholars Program! 

The Harvard Amgen Scholars Program invites current sophomores, current juniors and non-graduating seniors interested in biotechnology and biomedical sciences to apply by Feb. 1.  The program, which will run early June through mid-August, is a 9.5-10-week residential program for students interested in doing biotechnology and biomedical science research and in pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD. Students will work on research projects in Harvard laboratories and will participate in pre-professional development workshops and lectures. Students will have the opportunity to explore Cambridge, Boston and the surrounding areas through social activities with cohort members. Harvard Amgen Scholars receive free housing and meals at Harvard University’s Cambridge campus, a stipend and receive support toward travel to/from Boston. Amgen Scholars attend the Amgen Scholars North American Conference at University of California, Los Angeles, with travel, lodging and meals at this conference fully paid. At the conference, students will participate in networking activities and lectures with other Amgen Scholars from host institutions and meet Amgen scientists and Amgen Scholars program alumni. 

Applications are due February 1^st, 2025, 11:59PM ET.  Interested students should thoroughly review the program eligibility requirements, the application process and other information by visiting: https://uraf.harvard.edu/amgen-scholars or register for one of our information sessions: November 18 or December 5 (The same information is presented at each webinar.) 

 

Summer Cancer Research Opportunity - Apply by February 1

Interested students are invited to apply for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's NIH/NCI-funded (5 R25CA023944-40) Pediatric Oncology Education (POE) Program for summer 2025. The program offers a unique opportunity for pre-doctoral students preparing for careers in the biomedical sciences, medicine, and pharmacy to gain biomedical and oncology research experience. Students participate in basic or clinical oncology research, a core lecture series designed specifically for them, as well as research and clinical conferences. All participants make a PowerPoint presentation on their research project and submit a report on their research project written in the style of a journal in which their faculty mentor publishes.

All POE program applicants must already have research experience and be full time students at the time they apply. Applications from students with strong interest in cancer research (especially those interested in careers in cancer research) are highly encouraged. Applicants must be United States citizens, non-citizen nationals, or possess a visa permitting permanent residence in the United States. All must be in at least their college sophomore year of college at the time they apply. POE medical students spend a minimum of 10 weeks in the program. The minimum tenure requirement for all others is 11 weeks. All POE applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.40 (on a 4.0 scale) in math and science (biology, chemistry, and physics) and at least a 3.40 overall. Program participants will receive a $600/week subsistence allowance. Fully furnished group housing will be provided at no cost for non-local participants.

The POE home page contains links to the program application. The deadline for receipt of all 2025 application materials is February 1, 2025. Early application and submission of materials is highly recommended.

Weill Cornell Medicine Annual Regional Pre-Medical Conference

The Students for Equal Opportunity in Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine will be hosting its Annual Regional Pre-Medical Conference on Saturday, December 7th. The conference will be held via Zoom and the deadline to register is Friday, November 22^nd.

 

The flyer has the registration link embedded in the QR Code. If you have any questions, please let us know at studentdiversity@med.cornell.edu.

LMSA PLUS Mixer - October 9

 Barnard/Columbia's chapter of LMSA PLUS invites interested students to a mixer on October 9, 2024 (Lerner Hall 302, 6:00 PM). Learn about LMSA PLUS, meet peers, and enjoy snacks!

Campus Opportunity: Barnard Alliance for Healthcare and Humanitarian Aid

 Barnard Alliance for Healthcare and Humanitarian Aid aims to unite the BC/CU community through service, offering students opportunities to address healthcare issues through fundraising. We organize semester-long fundraisers to support charities that provide healthcare aid during crises, both domestically and internationally.

Timeline of BAHHA’s accomplishments over the course of the past few years:

• 2020: founded to raise awareness on healthcare inequalities during the pandemic thru educational posts on social media and fundraising efforts for the Association to Benefit Children, which provided medical relief during the pandemic

• 2021: fundraised for the UNHCR to support vaccine roll-out, medical supply distribution, and increasing WASH

• 2022: fundraised for the International Rescue Committee to provide relief to refugees at the Polish border. Fundraised for Feed the Children.

• 2023: fundraised for Turkish Philanthropy Funds (providing relief to those affected by the Turkey-Syria earthquake). 

Multiple committee positions are still open! Apply by October 6. 

Virtual Fair: AAMC Medical Schools

The Association of American Medical Colleges will offer its annual Virtual Medical School Fair on October 16 and 17, 2024. Attendees can connect with admissions officers and AAMC experts to receive information and resources on applying to medical school. On Oct. 16, there will be live information and Q&A sessions, and on Oct. 17, the exhibit hall will open to connect medical schools, student groups, and associations with aspiring applicants. 

Visit the event website to access the full agenda and register. Registration is free, and all registered users will receive a discount code for 15% off a Medical School Admission Requirements™ (MSAR®) subscription.