Pre-Health Internships Directory
Find opportunities to gain professional experience in research, clinical care, and more
Internships and Experiences
General Internships
Summer Health Professions Education Program
Free full tuition, housing and meals for a six-week summer academic enrichment program that offers freshman and sophomore college students intensive and personalized medical and dental school preparation.
Inside UCSF
The UCSF schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy, and the Graduate Division invite students to attend our annual outreach program. “Inside UCSF” takes place each April. This exciting and informative event is free, and designed to give students an in-depth introduction to a specific health-science career path, a chance to meet current students and become inspired about future career possibilities.
UC Berkeley Opto-Camp
The objective of Berkeley Optometry’s Opto-Camp is to present a three-day “in residence” experience that gives participants the chance to learn about the profession of optometry and the process of becoming an optometrist.
UCSF School of Medicine Admissions Workshop
Presentations on developing competitive applications, understanding the application process, “A Day in the Life of a Medical Student” and information about the UCSF School of Medicine post-baccalaureate program. Event is typically held every March.
UC Davis Pre-Health Conference
The National AMSA ARC/UCD Pre-Medical and Pre-Public Health Conference provides community college and university students with the information and skills necessary to succeed in medical school admission process. It provides a unique opportunity for direct contact with medical school deans of admission, admission officers, financial aid officers, faculty and staff members.
UCSF Pharmacy Information Days
This special program will help you discover pharmacy as a profession and learn about the training you need to succeed in this well-respected, highly-compensated healthcare field. You’ll learn about the unique role of pharmacists in healthcare, the many options for career specialization and the workforce demand for pharmacy professionals. Students and faculty members will share their insights on the Doctor of Pharmacy program at UCSF — the curriculum, admissions requirements and preparation for the field of pharmacy.
Northern California Pre-Pharmacy Symposium
This symposium offers a valuable learning and networking opportunity for pre‐health students by presenting some of the many opportunities within the field of pharmacy and instilling a renewed sense of anticipation and excitement for the future of pharmacy. Through exposing students to the endless opportunities the field has to offer, NCPPS hopes to showcase the broad spectrum of possible careers pharmacists today can pursue.
Summer Internships by Region
West Coast Summer Internships
| Program | Application Deadline | Institution/Description |
| Summer Undergraduate Research Experience | March 1 | Keck Graduate Institute: Innovative research in biotechnology and bioengineering |
| Summer Health Profession Education Program (SHPEP) | June 1 | UCLA: Academic enrichment curriculum and problem-based workshops on clinical cases |
| Pre-Medical Enrichment Program (PREP) | March 3 | UCLA: Gain insight into medical school admissions, student life, and medical school curriculum. |
| Summer Research Training Program | February 3 | UCSF: Spend 10 weeks working with faculty members on research. Take part in seminars, lectures, and social events. |
| Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship | February 2 | UCSD: Eight-week project with a faculty member in the biomedical sciences. |
| Pre-Med Wilderness and Emergency Medicine Course | March 30 | University of Colorado: Shadow a world-class ER, earn your WFR certification, and learn from physicians around the world. |
| CDCB Summer Research Internship Program | February 14 | Oregon Health & Science University: Work directly with research mentors in cancer biology, immunology, cell biology, and biomedical engineering. |
| Apex Summer Camp Program | Rolling | University of Washington: Focuses on children with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and related disorders. |
East Coast Summer Internships
| Program | Application Deadline | Institution/Description |
| Broad Summer Research Program (BSRP) | January 14 | Broad Institute, Cambridge, MA: Designed for undergraduates with a commitment to biomedical research and an interest in genomics. |
| Combined Summer Undergraduate Research Program | March 15 | University of Massachusetts Medical School: Hands-on laboratory research with an investigator serving as a mentor, role model, and advisor |
| Georgetown University Academy for Research, Clinical, and Health Equity Scholarship | February 4 | Georgetown University: Engage in clinical experience, guided research, and immersive community-based learning. |
| Gateways to the Laboratory Summer Program | February 1 | Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering Tri-Institutional MD-PhD Program: Allows freshman and sophomore underrepresented minority and/or disadvantaged students to experience life as a MD/Ph.D student |
| Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program | February 1 | Weill Cornell Medical College: Designed to give students deeper insights into the field of medicine, including issues that greatly affect underserved groups. |
| NYSCF Summer Internship Program | February 17 | New York Stem Cell Foundation: Provides students a rare glimpse into the fast-paced world of stem cell research. |
| Summer Student Pre-Med & Research Program | February 6 | Hartford Hospital: Offers an introduction to research methodology, patient treatment, and ethical issues in medicine. |
| Johns Hopkins Summer Internship Program | February 1 | Johns Hopkins University: Provides experience in research laboratories to students of diverse backgrounds. |
| Biostatistics Epidemiology Summer Training (BEST) Diversity Program | March 1 | Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health: Complete a research project under the supervision of an experienced faculty mentor |
| Overlook Summer Internship Program | February 1 | Atlantic Health System: Shadow professionals in the operating room, emergency department, hospital floors, and physician offices. |
Midwest Summer Internships
| Program | Application Deadline | Institution/Description |
| ChicagoCHEC Research Fellows Program | February 28 | Various Locations: Meet with scholars in basic, clinical, translational, prevention, control, behavioral, and population research. |
| Pritzker School of Medicine Experience in Research | January 17 | University of Chicago: Participate in either basic science laboratories or clinical research projects. |
| Chicago Academic Medicine Program (CAMP) | January 17 | University of Chicago: Engage in group learning and team building, attend interactive lectures, and participate in clinical shadowing |
| Engage Chicago Program, Special Concentration in Health and Medicine | Rolling | Northwestern University: Explore the realities of individual healthcare in the context of the US healthcare system. |
| American Center for Reproductive Medicine at Cleveland Clinic | March 13 | Cleveland Clinic: Work alongside reproductive scientists and clinicians in learning about basic laboratory techniques in a real laboratory setting. |
| Summer Scholars Program | February 1 | OU-Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine: In addition to traditional medical school curricula, the program focuses on case-based problem solving. |
| Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURF-N) | February 3 | University of Cincinnati Medical College: Provides summer stipends to undergraduate students interested in cutting-edge research in several disciplines of neuroscience. |
| Health P.A.S.S. | February 15 | Des Moines University: For students interested in osteopathic medical careers. |
| Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Biomedical Ethics Research | January 11 | Mayo Clinic: Develop research skills that include empirical methods, study design, data collection and analysis, and scholarly writing. |
| UM-SMART Undergrad Summer Program | January 18 | University of Michigan: Work full-time in a basic research laboratory under the mentorship of a research faculty member. |
Southern States Summer Internships
| Program | Application Deadline | Institution/Description |
| Summer Science Academy | February 1 | Vanderbilt University: Research seminars, enrichment activities, lectures, and social activities for undergraduates engaged in research. |
| Undergraduate Clinical Research Program | February 1 | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine: Gives college students the opportunity to participate in both research and clinical patient care at an academic medical center. |
| Pediatric Oncology Education Program | February 1 | St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN: Receive training in a superb academic environment with basic scientists, research-oriented physicians, and postdoctoral fellows. |
| Texas A&M University Summer Undergraduate Research Focus | February 9 | Texas A&M University College of Medicine: Working closely with Texas A&M University College of Medicine faculty on research projects in basic or clinical science disciplines |
| Summer Undergraduate Research Experience | February 15 | University of Mississippi Medical Center: In addition to the lab experience, attend seminars aimed at enhancing your understanding of biomedical research. |
| Preparation for Graduate and Medical Education (PARADIGM) | February 15 | University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine: Work with UAB faculty on mentored research projects and participate in clinical experiences. |
| Summer in Biomedical Sciences (SIBS) Undergraduate Research Program | February 15 | University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine: Be instructed in the techniques of modern biology while becoming an integrated member of a vibrant clinical and scientific community. |
| Summer Research Program at the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology | February 19 | Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis: Offers undergrad students an excellent introduction to current radiological sciences research. |
| Student Training and Research Program | February 1 | Augusta University: Work alongside research mentors on exciting research and attend interactive workshops. |
| Leah Menshouse Springer Summer Opportunities Program | January 14 | Siteman Cancer Center, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis: Hands-on cancer research experience for 10 weeks over the summer. |