Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education ยท 2 days ago
Summer 2026 High School Internship in Infectious Disease Research
Fort Detrick, MD
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$6,100/mo - $7,000/mo
Start in 2026 SummerThe Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is offering a high school internship opportunity for Summer 2026 at the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases. This internship provides a hands-on research experience for students interested in science, engineering, or medical career fields related to infectious disease research.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Participate in hands-on research in the laboratory
Be assigned to a mentor and matched with a project related to infectious disease research
Prepare a slide presentation based on accomplishments and present them at the Student Summer Symposium
Qualification
Required
The qualified candidate will be a rising high school junior or senior, or a recent high school graduate
Competitive applicants will demonstrate a strong interest in furthering their STEM education at the undergraduate level
Be able to pass a background investigation (which may include federal drug screening)
All appointments are contingent on the receipt of a favorable interim background investigation
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
Degree: High School Diploma/GED received within the last 1 months or anticipated to be received by 7/1/2028 11:59:00 PM
Age: Must be 16 years old by 6/7/2026
Benefits
Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program.
Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.
Company
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is a U.S.
Founded in 1992
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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