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Summer Research Early Identification Program
The Leadership Alliance is seeking applications for their Summer Research Early Identification Program (SR-EIP). The SR-EIP is a fully paid summer internship that provides undergraduates with training and mentoring in the principles underlying the conduct of research and prepares students to pursue competitive applications to PhD or MD-PhD programs. Students chosen for the SR-EIP will:
• Spend 8–10 weeks at a Leadership Alliance institution.
• Receive a stipend, and travel and housing expenses from the research institution.
• Work under the guidance of a faculty or research mentor.
• Gain theoretical knowledge and practical training in academic research and scientific experimentation.
• Make oral or poster presentations at the Leadership Alliance National Symposium.
• Gain access to ongoing resources, mentoring, and professional networks to support your career path as a part of the Leadership Alliance community.
• Receive professional development mentoring on applying to graduate programs and learn about research careers from alumni.
The deadline to apply for the SR-EIP is February 1, 2021, and the application requires two letters of recommendation. Complete information about the program and eligibility requirements as well as the application are located here: https://theleadershipalliance.org/summer-research-early-identification-program.