This is a paid, immersive summer research internship offering one-on-one mentorship with a UW scientist and culminating in a research symposium.
The University of Washington School of Medicine BRIGHT-UP Internship is a paid, immersive summer research program designed for high school students from educationally and/or economically underserved backgrounds in Washington state. The program aims to provide an outstanding educational experience for talented students interested in exploring biomedical research as a career path. Participants engage in a 7-week program, dedicating approximately 30 hours per week. The first week involves an introduction to research at the UW, biosafety, and essential benchwork techniques. The core of the program is a 6-week internship in a UW research lab, where students are mentored one-on-one by a scientist and develop their own research project. Beyond lab work, students participate in career development activities such as discussion panels with biomedical researchers, visits to various labs, and training in presentation skills. The internship culminates in a symposium where students present their research findings to mentors, peers, families, and the wider UW community, fostering scientific communication and showcasing their achievements.
A typical day involves working in a UW research lab, mentored one-on-one by a scientist to develop a research project, alongside participating in career development activities like discussion panels and lab visits.
This program is best for high school students (grades 9-12) from educationally and/or economically underserved backgrounds in Washington state who are interested in exploring biomedical research as a career.
Seattle, WA
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