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Student Research Internship Program

Science
Computer Science

Scripps Research Translational Institute

10 weeks (summer)

The Student Research Internship Program at the Scripps Research Translational Institute is a competitive 10-week summer program for high school, undergraduate, graduate, and professional students passionate about health sciences, statistics, and computational science. Participants engage in hands-on translational medical research, exploring cutting-edge fields like genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and mobile health monitoring technologies. The program prepares students for careers at the forefront of personalized medicine by immersing them in real research projects alongside leading scientists. It is an exceptional opportunity for students eager to gain meaningful laboratory and computational experience in one of the most exciting areas of modern medicine.

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Skills You'll Build

Scientific Research

Designing studies, testing hypotheses, and drawing evidence-based conclusions.

Lab Techniques

Running experiments safely and accurately using real scientific equipment and procedures.

Statistical Analysis

Using math and probability to draw reliable conclusions from data.

Data Analysis

Making sense of numbers and datasets to find patterns, test ideas, and support decisions.

Programming

Writing code to build software, automate tasks, or bring an idea to life on a screen.

Problem Solving

Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.

Related Careers

Medical Researcher

Students conduct hands-on translational medical research in genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics alongside leading scientists.

Data Scientist

Program emphasizes statistics and computational science skills applied to health sciences research projects.

Biomedical Engineer

Students explore cutting-edge health technologies including mobile health monitoring systems and personalized medicine applications.

Physician

Immersive experience in translational medical research prepares students for careers at the forefront of personalized medicine.

Quick Facts

Grade Levels
9th - 12th
Format
In-Person
Time Commitment
Full-time, 10 weeks
Competitiveness
Highly Selective
Best For
Science & health-focused students

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