University of Kansas Medical Center · 4 hours ago
Summer 2026 Jewell Summer Research Training Program (JSRTP) Paid Summer Internship – Cancer Center
Kansas City Metro Area
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$7.25/hr - $25/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking interns for the Jewell Summer Research Training Program (JSRTP) focused on cancer research. Interns will engage in hands-on research projects, receive mentorship, and present their findings at a symposium.
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Responsibilities
Complete all required lab safety modules pertinent to the type of research being conducted (wet lab, clinical, dry lab, behavioral/population health etc.) within the first 2 weeks of employment
Learn all lab techniques, operation of lab equipment, basic lab protocol required to complete research project
Work with mentor and lab personnel on the research project designed by mentor and intern in the application process
Write up lab reports and progress on project as required
Summarize results of research project through the creation and presentation of a research poster
Attend Cancer Center events, seminars, lab meetings with mentor and lab group
Participate in developing technical and professional lab skills in the area of research being conducted
Learn to properly use lab equipment as project requires
Interact and learn about area of research through mentor, lab personnel, and other Cancer Center faculty
Develop presentation skills for poster symposium
Prepare a final poster presentation summarizing the results of the research project
Complete any final requirements of the project, and write up these results in a final progress report
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, MD, or MD/PhD program
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Interest in various areas of cancer research (ex. Basic wet lab, clinical, dry lab, behavioral/population health etc.)
Resume
Cover letter including: Personal statement, Interest(s) in clinical research and cancer, Details of any laboratory training completed, Current GPA (The finalist will be asked to provide a copy of transcripts directly to Human Resources. Please do not upload transcripts with your application.)
1-3 letters of recommendation from a teacher, faculty member, professional (non-family member)
Complete the Supplemental Application Document - Go to: [Jewell Summer Research Training Program (JSRTP) | The University of Kansas Cancer Center](https://www.kucancercenter.org/training-education/graduate-education/jewell-summer-research-training-program) and download and complete the Supplemental Application Document. Once completed, upload the document with your application. This document must be completed in order to be considered
Preferred
Prior exposure to research through coursework, volunteer and shadow experiences, and/or direct lab experience
Company
University of Kansas Medical Center
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$27MKey Investors
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2024-11-11Grant
2022-09-21Grant· $27M
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Chief Technology Officer
Chris Harper
Chief Information Officer
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