This is a paid pre-internship program offering hands-on experience and industry-recognized certifications within a major university medical center.
MedSTEM Explorers is a six-week, paid pre-internship program at Rush University Medical Center designed for rising high school sophomores and juniors. The program focuses on introducing students to various STEM and healthcare careers through workshops, research, and discussions with professionals. Participants develop essential academic skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, problem-solving, time management, and self-motivation, which are crucial for college readiness. Additionally, the program emphasizes workplace skill development, offering courses and training that lead to fundamental healthcare certifications like first aid and CPR. Students engage in researching real-world health issues affecting their Chicago communities, culminating in a capstone project showcase. Successful completion of the MedSTEM Explorers program can lead to consideration for the MedSTEM Pathways internship program.
Students attend classes and workshops at Rush University Medical Center, exploring STEM and healthcare careers, developing academic and workplace skills, and conducting research on community health issues.
The ideal student is a rising high school sophomore or junior residing in Chicago (or specific surrounding zip codes) with a minimum 2.5 weighted GPA and an interest in STEM and healthcare careers.
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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