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THE SUMMER INTERNSHIP

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The  Summer Internship is a four (4) week program where MIMS students are immersed into direct patient observation, shadow mentors in patient care settings, interact with a broad spectrum of health professionals/staff and attend daily skill/leadership development seminars. Participants will observe patient care at a busy, urban emergency department, out-patient clinics and private clinics (pending Covid-19 updates). In addition to the clinical segment, participants will be educated about the prevention and management of health issues disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.  College students will also work on a hospital-based research project.

Application opens: Monday, January 17th, 2022
Application deadline: Friday, February 18th, 2022 @ 11:59PM PST

2022 Program Dates: June 13th-July 8th, 2022
2022 Program Location: TBD (Pending Covid-19 Updates)

The 2022 Summer Internship schedule will depend on Covid-19 updates. 

Program Benefits

  • Shadowing in health fields such as: emergency medicine, pediatrics, orthopedics, internal medicine, public health, nursing and/or physician assistant, dentistry (depending on availability & Covid-19 updates)
  • One-on-one career advising 
  • Life coaching sessions and team building activities
  • Civic service opportunities and field trips to health institutions​ (depending on availability & Covid-19 updates)
  • Near-peer mentorship
  • Hands-on clinical training
  • Research project: COLLEGE STUDENTS ONLY​

Eligibility 
  • Be from a population/group that is underrepresented in the health professions
  • Have an interest in pursuing a career in health
  • Be available to participate full time for the duration of the 4-week program
  • No minimum GPA requirement​​


​"The internship provided me with the tools to be a successful professional and I feel prepared to lead, use resources around me and adapt to my situation!"

-2020 Summer Participant

FAQ

1. What are the daily start and end times of the internship?
Answer: All interns should plan to be in attendance from 9am-4:30pm Monday through Friday (pending Covid-19 updates). In addition, interns should allot time outside of the internship to complete any required assignments. There may be days program activities extend past 4:30pm. Interns will be advised of these days in advance. Attendance is mandatory.
2. May I work or attend summer school while participating in the internship?
Answer: The internship is a full-time commitment therefore working or attending summer school concurrent with the internship is not advised or feasible. Working during the weekend or evenings may be feasible, however, interns are expected to arrive prepared on Monday with any assignments and presentation materials completed.
3. Is housing offered?
Answer: No housing is provided. The stipend may be used to pay for housing accommodations, however, stipends will be distributed upon the completion of the internship. MIMS does not provide assistance in looking for housing.
4. Are meals provided?
Answer: Occasional meals and snacks will be provided
5. Will I be reimbursed for my transportation expenses?
Answer: Some transportation assistance will be provided but will pertain primarily to field trip days that require interns to travel to other sites. Interns should prepare their mode of transportation to and from the internship prior to the start date
6. I am having trouble uploading my resume and/or transcript. What should I do?
Answer: Make sure that you are uploading the document in a word or PDF format. If you are still unable to upload the document, please email mgomez@mimscience.org and describe the specific problem you are having.
7. Do I need to be a U.S. citizen to apply?
Answer: No. Applicants are considered regardless of their immigration status
8.  Do I have to reside in the Bay Area?
Answer: All high school applicants must reside in the SF Bay Area.  College students do not need to reside in the Bay Area but priority will be given to college students currently residing and/or originally from Oakland, California