2011 summer interns
The Student Internship Programs for summer 2012 are designed to provide undergraduate college students opportunities to be mentored by professionals in their chosen research field, to become familiar with the use of state-of-the-art scientific equipment and technology, and to learn valuable interpersonal and presentation skills. The goal of these programs is to expose aspiring researchers and clinicians to exciting advances in biomedical sciences that will help define their career paths.
We expect to support 15-20 internships, depending on the needs of the VARI faculty. Student interns will be paired with a scientific investigator and/or their designee for an intense 10-week research experience. Students will gain an understanding of the latest research methods, instruments and testing procedures. They will learn how to design experiments and see how their test results can contribute to a larger research project. At the end of the internship programs, students will give an oral presentation or poster presentation about their experience to the research staff.
Frederik and Lena Meijer Student Internship Program
(15 - 18 internships)
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In 2001, Fred and Lena Meijer gave a wonderful gift to the Institute – they began funding what would become the Frederik and Lena Meijer Student Internship Program. The program began as a postdoctoral fellowship award in 2001 and was converted into a summer internship program in 2003. The Meijer family has generously continued to support this program, allowing students to gain valuable research experience. Past Participants |
United Negro College Fund Internships
(2 internships)
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In 2011, Van Andel Education Institute signed an agreement with the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) to cooperatively recruit students from UNCF member institutions interested in careers in biomedical research. Internships through this program will give students essential experience, mentoring, and financial support. |
How to Apply / More Info
The following information applies to both the Frederik and Lena Meijer and the UNCF programs.
