Internships
Updated 7/18/24
Nathan Schnaper Intern Program in Translational Cancer Research (NSIP)
Program Description: The NSIP is a 10-week summer internship for undergraduate students interested in cancer research. The program provides integrated research, educational and clinical experiences that emphasize the translation of laboratory discoveries into clinical applications and inspire the next generation of cancer researchers and physician-scientists.
Position Qualifications: Undergraduate students with a genuine interest in cancer research, cumulative GPA >3.2, and strong letters of recommendation as reflected in their application packages are eligible. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents. Underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. Twenty internships are awarded each summer; applications for these slots are reviewed by committee and evaluated on a competitive basis.
Postions Terms: Interns receive a subsistence allowance of $6000 for the 11-week internship. Apartment-style dormitory housing is available at Loyola University Maryland and the University of Maryland, Baltimore. A travel allowance of up to $500 is provided for round trip travel to Baltimore.
Note that the NSIP is an eleven-week full time commitment that is not compatible with concurrent outside employment or classes.
Contact: If you have any questions, please contact NSIP@som.umaryland.edu