The University of Minnesota School of Public Health is now accepting applications for the Summer Institute in Biostatistics (SIBS), a six-week program for students entering junior or senior year of undergraduate studies who are interested in a biostatistics career.

SIBS does not charge tuition or fees and will run from June 17 through July 26. Applicants must by U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The deadline to apply is April 15.

More information:  http://www.sph.umn.edu/programs/sibs/

Gapforce (www.gapforce.org) is an organization specializing in overseas  volunteering and conservation projects, work placements and internships, lasting from 2 – 16 weeks. Their Head Office is in the UK, and due to growing interest from US students, they are now looking to branch out into America.

As a bit of background – Gapforce is an established provider of structured Graduate and Undergraduate programs overseas.  They offer volunteering placements, expeditions and internships across 5 specialist divisions, but I am including here only the one that would interest pre-meds:

www.Medforce.info – Medical placements in general medicine, nursing, dentistry and physiotherapy, involving outreach and clinical placements for all levels of student.  Placements in Africa, Central America, South America.

Summer Internship Highlight: Addison County Poverty Internships:  

Stay Local.  Make a difference.

Info Session:
Wed. 2/27
4:30p.m.
Center for Education in Action (Adirondack House)

10-week paid  internships with the Open Door Clinic, John Graham Homeless Shelter, Addison County Council Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

Application Deadline: March 11

Apply on MOJO: Go/mojo — additional internships are listed on MOJO

Questions?  Contact Ashley Calkins, jcalkins@middlebury.edu

Both on MOJO!

1. Public Health Intern: Frontier Nursing University in Wendover, KY

Deadline: March 1 — go to MOJO to apply

Frontier Nursing University aims to educate nurses to become competent, entrepreneurial, ethical and compassionate nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners who are leaders in the primary care of women and families with an emphasis on underserved and rural populations. The Courier internship program is a summer service learning internship distinguished by its legacy and the adventuresome nature of its site placements.  [See previous article, Frontier Nursing Courier Service Learning Internship Opportunity, posted Feb. 7]

 2. Internship Course in Reproductive Research and Medicine: Cleveland Clinic Center for Reproductive Medicine in Cleveland, OH

Deadline:  March 1 — go to MOJO to apply

The Center for Reproductive Medicine at Cleveland Clinic has an exciting summer internship opportunity for highly motivated, academically oriented medical or undergraduate students interested in a career in medicine. It offers experience in a state-of-the-art research environment, training in the art and science of conducting basic and clinical research, mentoring by renowned researchers at a world-class medical institution, and developing a solid foundation for a research or clinical track career in medicine.

Much more than a shadowing program, MD Summer Experience at Emory (MD-SEE) offers genuine clinical experience, classroom guidance on presentations, and a vigorous look at current issues and practices in medicine. This course will cover variable topics of special interest in the field of Clinical Neurology.  Undergraduates will have an opportunity to correlate experience with actual patients with the science behind the diagnosis. During their time in the clinics, students will act as a “patient assistant,” helping patients who may have partial paralysis or loss of sensation. They will learn the basics of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and will record patients’ history and neurological findings while observing real-life patient examinations. Each student will be assigned a Clinical Neurology faculty mentor who will help develop the writing and poster projects. Publication of student work will be encouraged, co-authored by the faculty mentor.

This is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in medical school.

Read the rest of this entry »

Summer research opportunities are available at the National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Jefferson, Arkansas.  This program is designed for science and mathematics students preparing for future careers in toxicology, regulatory science, or related scientific disciplines. Selected individuals will participate in research projects on the biological effect of potentially toxic chemicals and the solutions to toxicology problems that have a major impact on human health and the environment.

The appointment period is for up to 10 weeks beginning May 28, 2013.  The participant will receive a stipend depending on education level and experience. The Research Participation Program for FDA is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education under an agreement with FDA and the Department of Energy (DOE).  Participants do not become employees of FDA, DOE, or the program administrator, and there are no fringe benefits paid.

For additional information about this opportunity, NCTR or FDA, please visit http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/WorkingatFDA/FellowshipInternshipGraduateFacultyPrograms/ucm243662.htm

Qualifications

Applicants must be:

• U.S. citizens at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Students in good standing at an accredited U.S. college or university, or accepted as an entering graduate or professional student at an accredited college or university, with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher (based on a 4.0 scale).

This program is open to all qualified U.S. citizens without regard to race, sex, religion, color, age, handicap, or national origin.  Participants are required to provide proof of health insurance prior to beginning an appointment.

How to Apply

To be considered, please complete the application materials and return to ORISE by March 8, 2013.

You can download the application from http://orise.orau.gov/science-education/internships-scholarships-fellowships/description.aspx?JobId=12745

E-mail, fax or mail documents to:

E-mail address:   FDArpp@orau.org

Fax number:  (865) 241-5219 – ATTN: FDA Programs

Postal address:  Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE),
ATTN: FDA Research Participation Programs, P.O. Box 117, MS 36, Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0117

Shipping/Overnight Addres:  Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), ATTN:  FDA Research Participation Programs, 1299 Bethel Valley Road, Building SC-200, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

This is an email [from Ecela] to remind you and your students that online registration is now available for the 2013 Spanish & Medicine programs in Argentina and Peru. We can accept applications until March 15.

We courteously request that you pass this information to potentially interested students at Middlebury College.

2013 Group Programs:

Cusco, Peru (summer session 1, six weeks) Max 30 students.
Buenos Aires, Argentina (summer session 2, six weeks) Max 30 students.

Program Components:

Healthcare Shadowing: The healthcare component of the course includes field visits to health specialty clinics and (opitional) medical shadowing. Within a few years the USA will likely have the world’s second largest Spanish-speaking population, behind only Mexico.

Spanish Course: Six weeks of intensive Spanish language course taught at Ecela Buenos Aires. This is equivalent to two semester courses and levels from Novice to Advanced are welcomed. Inquire about earning college credit.

Next Step:
Need More Information? Request Catalog & Info Sheet
-OR-
Ready to Pre-Register? Online Registration Form
(no payment or commitment at this time)
Please direct any questions to medspan@ecela.com and we will respond promptly. You may also phone us at 1 (347) 329 5506.

Undergraduate Student Summer Fellowship Program–
The purpose of this undergraduate summer research program is to identify and encourage students to pursue careers in cardiovascular research. Research projects with broad relevance to cardiovascular biology and stroke will be considered.
Application deadline: February 11, 2013
Award Activation: Minimum of 10 weeks during the summer of 2013

Apply through MOJO!!

An ideal experience for students interested in public health or healthcare in underserved and rural communities. The internships will last about 8 weeks (June 10-August 2nd) including an opening and closing conference that will take place at our Wendover location – the historic headquarters of the Frontier Nursing Service located in Hyden, KY. All of our 2013 sites will be located in Appalachia, and students will have unparalleled access to clinics and birth centers that serve unique and wonderful communities.

Applications for the 2013 program are due March 1st. Application forms and additional information can be found at www.frontier.edu/courier.

[The service sent us flyers about the program: e-mail Annie if you would like one.] Contact me if you have question or if you wish to learn more. I would be happy to talk by phone.

Thank you for your interest!

Nancy L. Reinhart, MPH
Development Officer / Courier Coordinator

132 FNS Drive, Wendover, KY 41775
(502) 713-3129
(502) 836-8100 (c)
SKYPE: nlrein02

Another unsolicited notice:

This is a friendly email to remind you and your students that online registration is now available for the 2013 Spanish & Medicine programs in Argentina and Peru.

2013 Group Programs
Cusco, Peru (summer session 1, six weeks) Max 30 students.
Buenos Aires, Argentina (summer session 2, six weeks) Max 30 students.

Program Components–

Healthcare Shadowing: The healthcare component of the course includes field visits to health specialty clinics and (opitional) medical shadowing. Within a few years the USA will likely have the world’s second largest Spanish-speaking population, behind only Mexico.

Spanish Course: Six weeks of intensive Spanish language course taught at Ecela Buenos Aires. This is equivalent to two semester courses and levels from Novice to Advanced are welcomed. Inquire about earning college credit.

Need More Information? Request Catalog & Info Sheet
-OR-
Ready to Pre-Register? Online Registration Form
(no payment or commitment at this time)
Please direct any questions to medspan@ecela.com and we will respond promptly. You may also phone us at 1 (347) 329 5506.