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STEP-UP Summer Internship in Biomedical Research
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Employer
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STEP-UP Program
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Position
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STEP-UP Summer Internship in Biomedical Research
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November 25, 2008
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STEP-UP Summer Internship in Biomedical Research
The STEP-UP Program, funded by the National Institutes of Health, is an opportunity for underrepresented minority and disadvantaged students to participate in summer research in the areas of diabetes, nutrition, obesity, and digestive, kidney, and hematological diseases. The STEP-UP program provides students with research education and training opportunities that will develop both their research capabilities and their interest in pursuing a career in research. STEP-UP provides support for ten full-time consecutive weeks of basic or clinical research education and training with experienced faculty.
The summer internship begins with the Undergraduate Research Training Symposium held in May at the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland. All travel expenses will be paid for undergraduate participants to spend 2 days on the beautiful campus of NIH. Students will meet with the STEP-UP Program Staff, interact with fellow students from all over the country, and learn first hand the responsible conduct of research and research ethics from NIH scientists. Immediately following the symposium, students will travel to a research location of their choice within the U.S. to begin an intense 10-week full-time summer research experience. The STEP-UP Undergraduate Program culminates with an all expense paid trip to Los Angeles, CA for the Annual Undergraduate STEP-UP Scientific Session and Research Presentations in August. Students have the opportunity to present their summer research to peers, mentors, and experts from the scientific community.
Who is Eligible?
Undergraduate students, including African American, Hispanic American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, and other Pacific Islanders, who have completed at least one year of college and are U.S. Citizens, non-citizen nationals, or legal permanent residents.
What does STEP-UP provide for me?
- Student Participation Allowance of $4000
- Travel expenses to the Annual Undergraduate Research Training Symposium in May at the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland
- Travel expenses to the Annual Undergraduate Scientific Session and Research Presentations in August in Los Angeles, CA
- Students arrange their own summer housing using the allowance provided. Limited housing is available at select coordinating institutions.
Where would I do my internship?
The research takes place in the laboratories of NIH funded investigators nationwide and lasts for 10 full-time consecutive weeks during the summer. Students are matched with a research mentor at their choice of a research institution when possible. In addition, there are four STEP-UP Coordinating Centers where students may choose to do their research. Housing may be available at the student’s expense. Contact the Program Coordinators for additional information.
How do I apply?
A complete application to the STEP-UP program includes:
- The on-line application - the application must be completed before February 15, 2009.
- Two Letters of Recommendation from individuals who are familiar with your academic abilities and accomplishments. In the application, you will be asked to provide the names and contact information for the two people who will write letters for you. Students should request Letters at least one month in advance.
- An official college transcript.
For more information and an application visit: http://stepup.niddk.nih.gov/
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