Cancer Research Internships for Undergraduate Students
Underrepresented or minority undergraduate students at New Mexico State University are invited to apply for a summer research internship at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, Washington. The Hutchinson Center has an international reputation for its pioneering research in biological sciences, bone marrow and stem cell transplantation, cancer prevention, and epidemiology. Our scientists come from around the world and are involved with many aspects of cancer research.
About the Cancer Research Internship Program for Undergraduate Students
A nine-week summer internship program has been designed to provide research experience and mentorship for underrepresented or minority undergraduate students attending New Mexico State University. The program will run from Monday, June 14th through Saturday, August 14th 2010 (including travel days). Students must be able to commit to this entire period in order to participate.
Students will participate in a unique intern experience in the areas of basic science, human biology, public health science, or clinical research. In addition to completing a research project, students will also participate in a variety of educational activities throughout the summer, including an orientation program, weekly research seminars, morning "coffee break" discussions, and a final poster presentation. Students will also have an opportunity to present their research at a national conference.
Compensation, Travel, and Housing
The Hutchinson Center will provide a $4000 stipend for participation in the Cancer Research Internship Program for Undergraduate Students.
The program will also pay partial travel costs to and from Seattle (up to $450). Students may communicate their air travel preferences to the FHCRC project coordinator, who will pre-purchase airfare upon request. If the cost of airfare is less than $450, the program will reimburse students for the cost of one checked bag per flight and/or ground transportation to and from the airport. A receipt denoting the cost of these items is required for reimbursement. Students who drive to Seattle are asked to denote the total number of miles driven in order to receive mileage reimbursement (up to $450).
Interns are responsible for their housing and food expenses. Housing for the nine-week session is available at the University of Washington's Stevens Court for approximately $1300. This residential facility has clusters of four single-occupancy bedrooms that surround a living room, bathroom, and kitchen. Housing applications for Stevens Court will be sent to students who are selected to participate in the Cancer Research Internship in early March. Students are also welcome to make their own housing arrangements. A quarterly pass for regional Metro transportation (buses) may be purchased for $45.00.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be:
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Enrolled at NMSU at the time of application submission.
- *An undergraduate of at least sophomore standing.
- **An underrepresented or minority student.
- Possess a strong background in the sciences.
*The ideal candidate will be entering their junior year; however related science and/or research experience may be a substitute for academic standing.
**This includes racial and ethnic groups traditionally underrepresented in health sciences, persons with disabilities, and persons raised in economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
How to Apply
Students interested in applying to participate in the Cancer Research Internship program for undergraduate students may do so by completing and submitting an application. Completed applications are due on January 29, 2010. Notification of acceptance will occur in March.
For More Information
If you have questions or would like more information about the Cancer Research Internship Program for undergraduate students, please contact Dr. Michèle Shuster at: mshuster@nmsu.edu or Jennifer Anderson at: janderso@fhcrc.org.
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