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Program Description
The Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Program is a full-time, paid, rigorous 7-11 week summer research internship for students interested in pursuing a career in scientific research. Through engagement in mentored summer cancer research projects, scientific and professional skills training, and networking and social events, students will acquire scientific knowledge and technical skills and increase their understanding of how to conduct biomedical research.
Requirements
Be a high school sophomore, junior, or senior or a college freshman, sophomore, or junior
Be 16 years old at the start of the program
Reside in and/or attend school in Massachusetts and be able to travel to the Longwood Medical Area in Boston five days a week in the summer
Application Instructions
a strong statement of interest explaining your goals, research interest and any research experience, and why you want to participate in a DF/HCC training program
a strong letter of recommendation that says something about your work in the classroom and/or research environment
a demonstrated interest in scientific research, as shown by coursework, recommendation(s), and research