Summer Science Internship RFA

The Summer Science Internship Program provides outstanding students with the opportunity to work in leading research and clinical laboratories under the supervision of world renowned physicians and scientists at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).

Goal

Through this internship, students receive hands-on experience in the fields of rheumatology and immunology, with a focus on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases. Interns participate in either basic laboratory (bench) research or clinical translational/epidemiological (patient outcomes-oriented) research or bioinformatics (computational) research. This program is designed to encourage motivated students to pursue a career in scientific study and research with the ultimate goal of inspiring them to focus their research potential on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases. Many graduates of the Summer Science Internship Program have gone on to pursue successful careers in the fields of medicine and/or scientific research.

Date

The internship is an 8-week program and will run between June 2 to Aug. 29. Interns are expected to work approximately 40 hours per week for 8 weeks under the supervision of principal investigators at UCSF and affiliated institutions. Start date and vacation time during internship period should be discussed with your assigned principal investigator, keeping in mind that applicants are expected to complete a total of 8 weeks of internship.

Internships

Sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation each summer, the internships are located at UCSF and local affiliated institutions. This internship offers experience in basic laboratory (bench) research, clinical epidemiological/translational (patient oriented) or bioinformatics (computational) research. While every effort will be made to accommodate applicant preferences, all internship assignments are final.

Stipends

Stipends will be paid in two installments, half at the beginning of the internship and half after the completion of the eight (8)-week internship, upon receipt of the final paper by the Arthritis Foundation. Interns will receive: $2,500 total.

Housing & Transportation Information

No housing or transportation is provided. All interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation to their assigned research site. Please be prepared to make whatever housing and transportation arrangements are necessary to complete the internship.

Eligibility

_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._

• The Arthritis Foundation is seeking applications from high school juniors, seniors, and college undergraduates with an interest in the fields of rheumatology and immunology, with a focus on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases.
• All applicants must be at least 17 years of age by June 2, 2025.