The High School Summer Internship Program at Magee-Womens Research Institute (MWRI) offers a unique opportunity for high school students to engage in biomedical research. This six-week, 240-hour program includes holidays and allows students to work on their own research projects under the guidance of an investigator and their staff at MWRI or Magee-Womens Hospital. The program aims to stimulate interest in biomedical research as a potential career.
Key aspects of the program include:
- Duration: 6 weeks, 240 hours.
- Activities: Students work on individual research projects and attend Lunch & Learn sessions with investigators discussing biomedical science careers.
- Final Presentation: Students present their research findings via PowerPoint at the High School Internship Presentation Day.
- Eligibility: Open to high school sophomores or juniors over 16 years old, residing in the southwest Pennsylvania region.
- Application: Consists of an online form, an application packet via email, and two letters of recommendation.
- Stipend: Eligible students may receive a stipend of $1,800 if their household qualifies for the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program for Pennsylvania.