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Neurosciences Graduate Program Neurograd

Summer Internship Program

This program enables NGP students to take a structured break from academic/research commitments to engage in the internship of their choosing in the private or public sector. Students independently identify and secure internships that align with their professional and academic goals. During the internship, students apply their training to projects in an industry setting. 

The purpose of this program is to facilitate flexible scheduling to ensure students can maintain their priorities in the lab while engaging in professional development. During the internship, students are compensated directly by the hosting organizing at an agreed rate. 

 

 

Application Process

Eligibility Criteria:

  • The Ph.D student must have advanced to candidacy prior to the summer internship. 
  • Approval from Faculty Advisor
  • Offer letter from host organization
  • Work Authorization to work in the United States (International Students, please confirm CPT eligibility with ISPO)

General Guidance

  1. sdIdentify and internship that aligns with your goals
  2. Seek approval from your Faculty Advisor
  3. Once an offer is received, inform the NGP
  4. Ensure your work authorization is confirmed (if applicable)

All applicants must have approval of their thesis advisor and the program director. Once approved for the internship, please email the program administrator to route the verification documents

 

 

Student Experiences

  • Andrew Bender | Neurocrine

    Andrew Bender | Neurocrine

    Summer 2024 I "This internship provided substantial insight into what a career in biotech/pharma might look like, an invaluable experience for me as a PhD student set on working in industry after graduating."

  • Yuru Song | Meta

    Yuru Song | Meta

    Summer 2024 | With my internship at Meta, I am exposed to industrial level problems and career options outside of academia