INTERNSHIPS
Sumeya Kalib
Current University: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Goals : To work in healthcare
Internship Name: Illini Fuel Internship—-Illinois
Internship Experience : I assisted with the operations of the athletic nutrition department. I was able to prepare and serve food to various sports teams. I also got to shadow and learn from the team dieticians about their daily routines and expand my knowledge about nutrition. Upon the successful completion of my internship I was able to obtain credit hours.
Twitter: suemya2
Internship link: https://fightingillini.com/sports/2017/4/7/internship-opportunities.aspx
Jailene Ureña
Current University : Lehman College
Goals: Attend grad school and apply to medical school.
Internship Name : Summer Health Internship Program
Internship Experience : I was placed in different hospitals in urban areas to learn about how health disparities affect minority groups. I had the opportunity to get CPR certified and certified to give Narcan. This internship motivated me to become a change agent and become a future health professional.
Instagram : @yagirll.jayy
Olivia Mackey
Current University : Prairie View A&M University Class of 2020 graduate
Internship Name : KUMC PAP
Internship Experience : KUMC PAP is a program hosted by the University of Kansas School of Medicine. The goal of the program is to increase diversity in medicine by providing students with the tools they need to succeed when applying to medical school. This internship was an amazing opportunity for me because I had access to MCAT Kaplan courses, mentors, medical students, and doctors in different specialty fields. I also had the opportunity to learn new medical skills in their state of the art simulation lab
Lexi Witherspoon
Current University : Duke University
Goals : To go to medical school to become a cardiothoracic surgeon
Internship Name: AmeriCorps
Internship Experience: I taught primarily African American elementary and middle school students Math and Black History over Zoom. Throughout this program I learned about how to teach kids and how to encourage them to reach their next level academically. . We were able to talk about the kids identity and how to cope during these hard times. I also received a stipend!
Instagram: lexijw
Twitter:lexispoon00
Link: https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/what-americorps
Olivia Mackey
Internship Name : Summer Medical Leadership Program
Location: Virginia’s School of Medicine
Current University : Prairie View A&M University Class of 2020 graduate
Internship Experience : At The University of Virginia’s School of Medicine Summer Medical Leadership Program, or SMLP, we spent 7 weeks at the medical school taking classes taught by faculty members of the Medical School from 9-5 Monday through Friday. I also shadowed different procedures with different doctors. I was able to engage in a variety of different community service activities as well.
Hayden Campos
Current University: Dartmouth College
Goals : To do a fellowship with NASA again while working towards my masters in Mathematics.
Internship Name : Remote Quality Assurance and Systems Engineering internship with NASA GRC.
Internship Experience: The internship has impacted my learning by showing me the many fields my math degree can give me and a better understanding of government workforces. I was given a stipend of 7300 for ten weeks of work.
Instagram :@iamhaydencampos
Link: https://intern.nasa.gov/
Isaias De Jesus Hernandez
Current University: Montclair State University
Goals : I am still deciding between Medical School or Physical Therapy School
Internship Name: Rutgers RWJMS (Biomedical Careers program)
Instagram : @hernandez_id
Isaias DeJesus Hernandez
Current University: Montclair State University
Goals: I am still deciding between Medical School or Physical Therapy School
Internship Name : Rutgers NJMS (NERA med prep)
Internship Experience:I learned a lot about the two institutions and their differences. The main takeaway was the connections made and the academic enrichment. I received a 1k stipend from the program despite being virtual.
Instagram : @hernandez_id
Link: http://njms.rutgers.edu/education/odace/NERA/index.cfm
Stephen Ogarekpe
Current University: Virginia Commonwealth University
Goals: To attend Dental School
Internship Name:Uconn DAT Preparatory Program
Internship Experience : This internship helped define & refine my dental journey . I was able to get guidance on DAT prep, DAT application, and choosing a dental school best fit for me.
Instagram: @stephogarekpe
Link: https://health.uconn.edu/hcop/enrichment-programs/medicaldental-preparatory-program/
Araceli Estrada Martinez
Current University : Prairie View A&M University
Goals : To attend Medical School
Internship Name: Summer Medical Leadership Program (SMLP) at the University of Virginia
Contact : aestrada617@gmail.com
Alexis Delapuente
Current University : Stony Brook University
Goals: To pursue MD/PhD (Georgetown MD/PhD in philosophy)
Internship Name : NERA HCOP MedPrep : Vagelos College Of Physicians & Surgeons
Internship Experience: This program is a rigorous three year program designed to foster and support the endeavors of historically marginalized & underrepresented students by providing scholarship for and opportunities in three phases such as academic support, economic assistance & research opportunities
Instagram: @bumblecustomersupport
Jade Scales
Current University: North Carolina A & T State University
Goals: To attend Dental School
Internship Name : Science Enrichment Preparation ( SEP) at UNC chapel Hill
Internship Experience : The Internship was cancelled due to COVID- 19
Contact: jkscales@aggies.ncat.edu
Jessica Sanchez
Current University: Fort Lewis College
Goals: To attend Dental School
Internship Name: Mayo Clinic Native American Pathways Program
Instagram: @ jessicasanchzz
Contact: jessicasanchz7@gmail.com
Jaelyn Lee
Current University: Prairie View A&M University
Goals: Nursing School
Internship Name: The Center for Health Care Services in San Antonio, TX
Internship Experience: I was able to shadow nurses, nurse practitioners and medical doctors specializing in mental health and primary care. I learned how to take vital signs of patients at pediatric clinic. Also, I helped revise policies of medication administration, medical procedures, and nursing standards for the organization
Contact: Leejaelyn7@gmail.com
Instagram: @_jaaeelyn
Link to Internship: http://chcsbc.org
Zyiane Meads
Current University: Prairie View A&M University
Goals: Master’s Program
Internship Name: YouthFore NOLA
Internship Experience: It was a really great experience because their main goal was to help students with developing and achieving their career goals. A few things they taught us that I still refer to today would include business etiquette, how to answer interview questions, using soft skills, and how to create a resume. This internship personally paved the way for my nursing career in a sense that it gave me the opportunity to work in Children’s Hospital shadowing some of the best nurses and doctors. If I didn’t get that opportunity, I don’t believe I’d be as passionate about nursing as I am now.
Contact: Meadszyiane@gmail.com
Link to Internship: https://www.youthforcenola.org/
Ineceia Carter
Current University: Prairie View A&M University
Goals: To attend Medical School
Internship Name: The Pittsburgh Undergraduate Research Diversity Program
Internship Experience: As a first-year participant in the PURDIP program, I have been exposed to a wide range of knowledge despite the recent change to a virtual platform. During my experience this summer I spent my time attending zoo seminars that included guest speakers affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh main campus and Pittsburgh medical school. This aspect of the program by far became the most beneficial and rewarding time in the program. In addition to receiving knowledgeable skills for life and in our desired future professions, we were introduced to new and exciting fields of research studies that I didn't even know would spark my interest as a young scientist. Additionally, under the instruction and help of Dr.Aisha Walker and Katrina Lenhart, I was able to cover a vast amount of readings that focused on the fundamentals of research and career development through module assignments throughout our weekly schedule.
Contact: ineceia.carter@gmail.com
Link to Internship: https://www.vmi.pitt.edu/CTIH/PURDIP/index.html
Larry Ellis
Current University: Prairie View A&M University
Goals: PT school
Internship Name: Virginia Commonwealth University
Internship Experience: My experience in partaking in Virginia Commonwealth University’s SAEP program was exhilarating to say the least. This program was centered around Physical Therapy, Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy. Everyone who participated belonged to their specific track however, we did a variety of discipline immersion courses that allowed us to mingle with all tracks. The program ranged from 6 weeks and it gave us a look into the life of our set track. Weeks 2-6 were fast paced and unforgiving if you didn’t study for the several quizzes and tests in the 3 subjects which were, Anatomy, Physiology and Organic Chemistry.Overall, the program gave great insight to what our first year would look and feel like in regards to academia and extracurriculars.
Contact: Larryellis1996@gmail.com
Link to Internship: http://virginiacommonwealthuniversity.com/SAEP
Akia Slaughter
Current University: Alabama A&M
Goals: Master’s Program
Internship Name: Dynamic performance physical therapy in Huntsville, Alabama
Internship Experience: I really enjoyed this internship because of the atmosphere at Dynamic performance physical therapy.
Tobiras Whitfield
Current University: College of Mount Saint Vincent
Goals: To attend Dental School
Internship Name: SPEP Collegiate Program at Texas A&M College of Dentistry
Internship Experience: SEP Collegiate II was an intensive and rewarding program which provided 24 scholars an opportunity to strengthen their academic science background, learn more about the field of dental medicine, and broaden interests in the biomedical/clinical sciences. The program curriculum was intended to stimulate a realistic intensity level of dental school for adequate preparation to matriculate. Coursework included neuroscience, oral histology, cardiovascular system, endocrinology/pharmacology, pre-clinical dentistry, research, and diversity workshops.
Contact: tjbaraowhit@gmail.com
Instagram: @tbiras
Link to Internship: https://dentistry.tamu.edu/student-development/spep-programs/collegiate2.html
Marilyn Stanley
Current University: Prairie View A&M University
Goals: Nursing School
Internship Name: Professional student nurse externship at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Internship Experience: My experience with MD Anderson was very rewarding and memorable. The nurses and staff on my unit were so helpful, patient, and smart. The unit had a family feel to it. Everyone worked as a team and as a result the patients had nothing but good things to say about the care we provided.
Contact: Marilynmykail@gmail.com
Instagram: @Marisweet_
Sara Onwunali
Current University: University of North Texas
Goals: PT School
Internship Name: Summer Health Professions Education Program ( SHPEP)
Internship Experience: I learned a lot about my future healthcare career and the issues that are happening within healthcare pertaining to my community.
Contact: saraonwunali@gmail.com
Instagram: @columbiashpep
Link to Internship: http://www.shpep.org/
Sara Onwunali
Current University: University of North Texas
Goals: PT School
Internship Name: Duke DPT Summer Discovery Program
Internship Experience: Through, this internship I learned about the application process of Physical Therapy and much about the career
Contact: saraonwunali@gmail.com
Instagram: @dukedpt
Link to Internship: https://dpt.duhs.duke.edu/application-requirements/duke-dpt-summer-discovery-program
Health Professions Readiness Education Program (HealthPREP) at Emory
Internship Summary: HealthPREP is an eight-week residential program facilitated by Emory School of Medicine and the James T. Laney School of Graduate Studies at Emory University. The overall purpose of the HealthPREP is to facilitate the entry of qualified students from disadvantaged backgrounds, into health-related graduate and professional schools. HealthPREP is open to undergraduate and graduate scholars interested in pursuing a career within the health professions.
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Link: https://med.emory.edu/education/multicultural-med-student-affairs/healthprep.html
UCLA Public Health Scholars Training Program
Internship Summary: The UCLA Public Health Scholars Training Program provides undergraduate students the opportunity to explore the field of public health through hands-on training, structured workshops, group events, volunteering opportunities, and leadership and professional development. Located in Los Angeles, the program offers scholars the opportunity to train at UCLA, to explore public health in one of the most diverse counties in the US, and to experience the city’s vibrant culture.
Location: Los Angeles, California
Link: https://ph.ucla.edu/prospective-students/ucla-public-health-scholars-training-program
Summer Public Health Scholars Program (SPHSP)
Internship Summary: The Summer Public Health Scholars Program (SPHSP) is designed for undergraduate students and its goal is to increase interest in and knowledge of public health and biomedical science careers. SPHSP is a partnership of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, College of Dental Medicine, School of Nursing, and the Mailman School of Public Health.
Location:New York, New York
MCHC/RISE-UP Program
Internship Summary: The MCHC/RISE-UP Program provides opportunities for enhanced public health leadership training in the area of maternal and child health focusing on social determinants of health, elimination of health disparities, and developmental disabilities. Grant funding for this program was awarded to Kennedy Krieger Institute by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to develop a national consortium of institutions and universities that provides undergraduate scholars with three public health leadership experiences: (1) clinical, (2) research, and (3) community engagement and advocacy.
Location: California, Maryland, and South Dakota
Health Careers Opportunity Program Academy
Summary: The Health Careers Opportunity Program Academy embodies the Morehouse School of Medicine mission of leading the advancement of health equity by preparing and equipping our future health leaders and learners for careers in the medical and health professions. HCOP Academy’s focus is to recruit economically and educationally disadvantaged high school and college students who are interested in a healthcare/medical career and provide instruction, mentoring, tutoring and other educational experiences to:
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Link: https://www.msm.edu/Education/PipelinePrograms/hcop-academy/
PROJECT IMHOTEP
Summary:Project Imhotep is an eleven-week summer internship program designed to increase the knowledge and skills of underrepresented minority students in biostatistics, epidemiology, and occupational safety and health.
Location: Atlanta, Georgia