About the role#
The Biomedical Ethics Undergraduate Internship provides an opportunity to conduct research under the guidance of a faculty mentor. This full-time, paid summer position runs from June 1 to August 6, 2027. You will gain exposure to bioethics research methods and observe the daily functions of your assigned work unit.
What you'll do#
- Complete an assigned research project under faculty direction.
- Participate in a structured summer curriculum.
- Attend educational sessions on research methods and lunch meetings with program faculty.
- Complete work assignments designed to reinforce your learning.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate degree program with a commitment to return to your studies in the fall of 2027.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Ability to work independently and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Motivation to learn new research methods and a career interest in biomedical ethics.
- Ability to pass a Minnesota background check.
- Submission of a cover letter, resume or CV, unofficial transcript, 5-10 page writing sample, and 1-2 letters of recommendation.
Location & details#
- Location: Rochester, Minnesota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Application deadline: January 18, 2027.
About Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic operates as a nonprofit medical group practice. It provides specialized care in heart health, cancer treatment, transplantation, and neurosciences. Headquartered in Rochester, Minnesota, the organization maintains a large workforce of nearly 49,000 employees. It functions as an integrated medical system with multiple locations across the United States.
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