Starting December 2nd, you can access the application portal through the "Summer Internship Program" tab on the right side of the page. You can only apply to ONE summer internship program.  Once you begin your application, you must complete it in one sitting. The application cannot be saved and revisited later. Additionally, once you submit your application, you will not be able to log back in to make any edits once you press submit. If you submit applications to more than one program, we will only review the first application we receive.

 

As part of the application, you will need to complete the following:

 

• Provide your demographic information
•  Select your preferred research area

• Answer short essay questions (listed in the FAQ section at the bottom of the landing page)

• Upload your current resume

• Upload your current transcript (official or unofficial): The grades from your current academic year must be included for your transcript to be accepted. Your transcript MUST include your grades for the current 2024 fall semester.

• Additionally, you will be asked to enter the email addresses of your two recommenders. We will send them a letter of recommendation form to complete.

• Once you have submitted your completed application, uploaded all required documents, and we have received the letters, you will receive an email confirming that all materials have been received. This will allow your application to proceed to the next stage in the selection process.

• The application, all required documents, and recommendation letter forms must be submitted by 12:00 PM on January 31st, 2025. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be considered for the 2025 cohort. No exceptions.

 

We will notify you in March regarding your status for the 2025 Summer Research Internship Program.

 

Additional Help:

• For questions regarding the internship programs or the application process, please email HMSURI@houstonmethodist.org
• All other general questions may be directed to Corina Rosales, PhD, Faculty Program Director

 

Thank you for your interest in the Houston Methodist Summer Research Internship Program! We look forward to receiving your application.

"I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to participate in the SURI program. From the moment I was accepted, I was embraced by a culture dedicated to nurturing future leaders, fostering professional development, and embodying excellence. As an intern, I had the privilege of connecting with and learning from a diverse group of professionals at Houston Methodist. My lab team provided me with invaluable exposure to clinical research, and I was fortunate to shadow surgeons in the operating room and physicians in their clinics. Given that this was my first clinical research experience, I encountered challenges that tested my resilience and adaptability.

These obstacles ultimately propelled me to grow, both professionally and personally. The unwavering support and guidance from the OGSTA team were instrumental in helping me navigate these challenges, ensuring that I could maximize my learning and development. The SURI program extended beyond the lab, offering a comprehensive approach to career preparation. Through a series of lectures and workshops, I gained critical skills essential for success in my future career. These sessions equipped me with tools and insights that I will carry with me throughout my professional journey.

In summary, the SURI program has been an unparalleled experience that not only introduced me to the intricacies of clinical research but also empowered me with the skills and confidence to pursue my career goals. I am truly thankful for this opportunity and the lasting impact it has had on my development."

Mackenzie Telfaire (2024 Intern)

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University