High school research internships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, where students join the lab of a faculty member who agrees to host them. Positions are arranged by the students themselves, who must be at least 16, secure a host faculty commitment, submit proposal, sponsorship, parental consent and insurance forms, and hold New Jersey working papers. Rutgers also runs related programs such as the paid Pathway to Scientist Program.
Offered by Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Research for high school students in Newark, New Jersey, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 10–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: Medicine, Biology, Research
Info checked October 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
Yes. High School Student Research Internships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School is free to take part in.
High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in Newark, New Jersey. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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