Research Program

Cincinnati Children Hospital Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Location

Ohio, United States

Level of study

Undergraduate

Cycle

2025/2026

Entry ID PR-34328

At a glance

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center offers undergraduate students a comprehensive opportunity to engage in clinical, translational, and basic science research within the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. This 10-week program is designed to provide hands-on laboratory experience, mentorship, and professional development, aiming to prepare participants for careers in biomedical sciences or medicine. Participants will work full-time (40 hours per week) in person, earning a salary of $13 per hour. The program includes research-oriented training courses, seminars, journal clubs, career days, and a research poster competition. Students have the opportunity to collaborate with over 700 faculty members engaged in diverse areas of pediatric medicine, including developmental biology, genetic diseases, cancer, cardiology, neurology, and immunology.

Who can apply

  • Academic Standing: Undergraduate students who will be freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or seniors in the Fall of 2025, maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or green card holders.
  • Interest: Demonstrated interest in a career in biomedical research or medicine.
  • International Students: Those residing in Cincinnati and attending a Cincinnati-based university/college may be eligible if they hold an F-1 visa and can obtain Curricular Practical Training (CPT) work authorization through their institution.
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Contact

Phone: 513-636-9327 Email: surf-cchmc@cchmc.org

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center 3333 Burnet Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45229-3026 United States

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