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.
PROMISE Scholars:
- Gain Exposure to Real-World Research: Acquire practical experience within a biomedical research laboratory setting.
- Cultivate Research Proficiency: Develop skills in formulating research inquiries, designing experiments, gathering and analyzing data, as well as interpreting findings.
- Participate in a Regional Scientific Symposium: Attend and actively engage in a scientific symposium at a regional level.
- Discover the Process of Conducting a Scholarly Article Review: Learn to critically assess and discuss scholarly articles through structured Journal Club sessions.
- Learn the Importance of Scientific Ethical Principles: Explore ethical considerations inherent in research, encompassing matters such as data integrity, plagiarism, and the ethical treatment of research subjects.
- Enhance Communication Abilities: Present scientific findings to peers during laboratory meetings, showcase research through a scientific poster, and compose an essay outlining their projects and experiential journey.
- Access Career Coaching Seminars and Investigate Post-Secondary Opportunities: Attend seminars aimed at career guidance and explore prospects in post-secondary education.
- Engage in outreach activities to bring science to the local community.
Summer Program Details:
- PROMISE Scholars is a 10-week program scheduled from May 28 - August 2, 2024
- Scholars must have a strong interest in a research career
- Scholars must commit to working the entire 10 weeks (minimum of 35 hours per week), with the exception of five discretionary days
- Scholars are required to participate in all program workshops and present at the 2024 Sanford Research Symposium
- Scholars must be at least 16 years old by May 28
- Scholars must be entering senior year in the fall of the upcoming academic year (home-schooled students are eligible)
- Scholars work under the direct supervision of a Sanford Research mentor as part of the mentor's research team
- Candidates selected for an interview for this program are required to attend a full day science boot camp on Saturday, February 10th, 2024 from 9:00am-3:00pm
- 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.
How to Apply:
Please click on the link in the blue box to complete the online application.
Applications will also require the following:
- An official or unofficial transcript from your high school(s)
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably from science or math teachers or previous mentors/employees
Application deadline is Wednesday, January 31st, 2024. All materials must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.
Students from underrepresented backgrounds and historically marginalized/excluded groups are encouraged to apply.
Applications
Applications for summer 2024 are now open.
Application deadline: January 31, 2024
Applicants will be notified of their status in April of 2024.
Meet Past Scholars
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Classes & Events
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Teen Science Café
Tue 02/06/24 5:30 PM - Tue 02/06/24 7:00 PM
Sanford PROMISE Community Lab -
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Sanford PROMISE Biomedical Research Investigation Days
Mon 02/19/24 9:30 AM - Mon 02/19/24 4:00 PM
Sanford PROMISE Community Lab