Dana-Farber-Harvard CURE
Do you live in Massachusetts and are you deeply interested in research science? This program jointly sponsored by Dana-Farber Cancer Center and Harvard is a great way for strong science students to see the inside of one of America’s top cancer research labs.
The Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) program introduces Massachusetts high school and college students from underrepresented populations to the world of cancer research by placing them in real research settings at local cancer research institutions. Our goal is to encourage students to pursue future careers in the biosciences—particularly cancer research—giving practical meaning to academic course work and to expand and extend their interest in basic, clinical and/or population science research. At the same time, students make a valuable contribution to the DF/HCC research mission. By participating in a program at DF/HCC—an NCI comprehensive cancer center with more than 1100 researchers across seven Harvard institutions—students will learn from experts who are devoted to preventing, treating and curing cancer.
NOTE: This program is intended for high school students who live in Massachusetts?
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How do I expand this narrative arc? There are an incredible number of prestigious, often paid (or stipended) summer internships and fellowships at cutting edge research labs across the country. The great ones are very difficult to secure, but if you are selected you will have access to cutting-edge research and world-class scientists. If you like the looks of the Dana-Farber research internship, check out these other options too:
Cancer Research Internship at Fred Hutch
Children’s Health Research Internship at Colorado Children’s Hospital
HOT TIP: Summer internships can be hard to find, especially ones that expose you to cutting edge science research. Don’t waste the opportunity to develop a close relationship with your scientist mentor, and do you best to continue your work (or take it in a new direction) once your internship is complete.