Weill Cornell Graduate School offers undergraduate research summer programs designed to provide hands-on experience in cutting-edge biomedical research. These programs aim to prepare students for advanced study and careers in science by pairing them with world-renowned faculty and offering professional development opportunities. Learn more about these opportunities below.
High School Programs
The High School Catalyst Program is a partnership between the Weill Cornell Graduate School and the Memorial Sloan Kettering Postdoctoral Association. The High School Catalyst Program is designed to offer hands-on biomedical research experience to New York high school students. To learn more about the program and the application process, visit the Catalyst webpage.
College Programs
The ACCESS Summer Internship Program allows students to spend nine weeks conducting research in a laboratory under the mentorship of an experienced scientist. Throughout the summer, students will attend lectures and discussions aimed at enhancing their understanding of the status of biomedical research, the pathways available for entering research careers, and the range of available career opportunities. To learn more about the program and application process, visit the ACCESS webpage.
The Feil Family Brain and Mind Research Institute at Weill Cornell Medicine (WCM) is pleased to announce the BMRI Summer Diversity Scholar Program. The BMRI Summer Scholar is a new opportunity for promising young scientists residing in the New York City area and provides awardees with a 9-week long paid internship at a world-renowned research facility with leaders in neurodegeneration research. To learn more about the program and application process, visit the BMRI webpage.