Lerner Research Institute High School Summer Research Internship (RISE)

A paid summer research internship run by Cleveland Clinic's Lerner Research Institute in partnership with the Cleveland School of Science and Medicine. Students from that high school spend 10 weeks doing research at the institute, with a mentor, weekly programming, tours of Cleveland Clinic and networking lunches with mentors and institute leaders. Admission is competitive, with eight to ten students accepted each year.

Offered by Cleveland Clinic. Internship for high school students in Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Medicine, Biology

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Cleveland, Ohio.
Cost
Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Lerner Research Institute High School Summer Research Internship (RISE)

When is the Lerner Research Institute High School Summer Research Internship (RISE) deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Lerner Research Institute High School Summer Research Internship (RISE) free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Lerner Research Institute High School Summer Research Internship (RISE)?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Cleveland, Ohio. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

More internships for high school students

Related opportunities

Browse HSO