High School Research Scholars Program

PROMISE Scholars Summer Internship

This unique 10-week research internship offers a total-immersion experience in real-time laboratory research at Sanford for motivated high school students with an aptitude for biomedical sciences. Work alongside scientists as part of the research team, connect with peers through in-house scientific interest groups, and present your work as a scientific poster at the Sanford Research Symposium. PROMISE Scholars earn 3 undergraduate elective-credits at the University of South Dakota (BIOC192) and are awarded a $2,500 scholarship.

Summer Program Details

• The PROMISE Scholars schedule is 10 weeks from June 6 - August 12, 2022. You must commit to working the entire ten weeks and participate in all program workshops.
• You will work under the direct supervision of a Sanford Research mentor as part of the mentor's research team.
• You will prepare and present a short project proposal at the beginning of the program and a poster describing your research results in a symposium at the conclusion of the program.
• You will attend weekly workshops geared towards education and career preparation.
• You will engage in outreach activities to bring science to the local community.

Applicant Requirements

• Strong interest in a scientific career
• Entering senior year in the fall of the upcoming academic year (home-schooled students are eligible)
• Must be at least 16 years old by June 1
• Committed to participating in the entire 10-week summer program (minimum of 35 hours/week)
• Candidates are encouraged to participate in other Sanford PROMISE programming for an introduction to the research environment. Opportunities include: Research Shadowing Program, Teen Science Café and Community Lecture Series.

2022 Applications
Applications available: October 25
Application deadline: January 31
Applicants will be notified of their status in March.