Translational Science Summer Research Program
Ten-week full-time research experience in translational science, including mentorship, training, and hands-on projects, with paid positions for students
Who?
Students currently enrolled in master’s and health-related professional degree programs at any US institution, regardless of affiliation with U-M, may apply. Applicants must be US citizens.
When?
This program is offered annually. The application deadline is 1/28/26.
How much?
Free
What is this offering?
This ten-week full-time (40 hours/week) immersion program runs from late May through July with an option to continue working on your research project into the fall. The experience is designed to engage students in clinical and translational science and inspire them to choose a career focused on translational science.
Students will participate in hands-on research projects with U-M research teams. They will also learn the fundamentals of research through individual and team-based learning experiences. The program may serve as an internship for students who need to fulfill such requirements. The deadline to apply is 1/28/26.
The program includes:
- Orientation and required training in the protection of human subjects and the responsible conduct of research
- Work with a mentor on an ongoing, funded research project
- Classroom work
- Team projects
- Meet with community members who partner with academics in research
- Participating students will be hired as temporary U-M employees and paid a salary
Applicants will need:
- CV / Resume
- Short answer essays (see application instructions)
- Letters of Recommendation (see application instructions)
- A Personal Identifying Information survey through Qualtrics
You can view a list of our summer program mentors here.
How this advances translational science
Implementing best practices in trainings to sustain a talented workforce.
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