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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
Accuracy
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