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Salk Heithoff-Brody High School Summer Scholars 2027

Offered by Salk Institute for Biological Studies

An eight-week paid biology research internship placing eligible San Diego County high-school students directly in Salk Institute laboratories.

About this opportunity

The Heithoff-Brody High School Summer Scholars Program brings a select group of students into the Salk Institute research community for an intensive paid summer internship. Students work alongside scientists on laboratory research, attend seminars and career workshops, and present their work at a research symposium.

Who can apply

Applicants must live in San Diego County, have completed their most recent high-school semester at a school in San Diego County, be at least 16 by the program start, have completed high-school chemistry and biology, and meet the stated GPA and work-permit requirements.

What you'll need to apply

Submit the official online application with a resume, unofficial transcript and required short-answer responses.

Key dates

  • Applications open1 Dec 2026
  • Application deadline15 Feb 2027
  • Internship begins14 Jun 2027
  • Internship ends6 Aug 2027

Open to students from

United States

Tags

Highly selective
Mentorship
Research
Individual

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Verification status: Verified

Last checked: 6 Sept 2026 · Details can change without notice — always confirm on the organiser's official page before applying.

Originally sourced from www.salk.edu

15 February 2027
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