Broad Summer Scholars Program (Broad Institute)

Research & internship · Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard

The Broad Summer Scholars Program pairs rising seniors from Massachusetts high schools with Broad Institute scientists for six weeks of original research in areas such as cancer biology, psychiatric disease, chemical biology, or computational biology. No prior research experience is required. Scholars present a poster to the Broad community, attend a college fair, and receive a stipend plus partial travel reimbursement.

Who can apply

GradesJuniors only

Min GPA—

ScopeState

StatesMA

FieldsCancer Biology · Genomics · Computational Biology · Chemical Biology

EligibilityMust attend high school in Massachusetts within commuting distance of the Broad Institute, and be a US citizen, permanent resident, or non-US citizen with employment authorization.

Logistics

Cost to youFree; $3,600 stipend

Financial aidNot listed

StipendPaid

FormatCommuter

Length6 weeks, late June-early August

WhereCambridge, MA

Applying

OpensOpens Nov 23

DueApplications due January 20, 2027

You submitRequires a B or better in science and math classes; online application.

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