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Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.
Responsibilities
The primary purpose of the Undergraduate Bioethics Internship is to provide an intern with the opportunity to work on a particular research project for the summer under the direction of a faculty mentor. Students will participate in a biomedical ethics summer curriculum, which includes educational sessions on bioethics research methods and meetings with members of the program faculty. The intern is responsible for observing the functions and processes of the assigned work unit. In addition, the intern may be given selected work assignments to reinforce the learning experience, to assess the performance levels and to provide benefit to the work unit. The intern will be responsible for completing all internship-related assignments and reports for both Mayo and the participating educational facility. The duration and timing of the internship will be arranged with the intern and the sponsoring educational facility.
Additional Information can be found at: Summer Undergraduate Program in Biomedical Ethics Research
Applications must be received by January 18, 2027 at 11:59pm (CST), and must include the following items:
- A cover letter describing your career goals and how biomedical ethics research relates to those goals;
- A resume/CV that includes your major and relevant courses, honors, and experiences;
- A 5-10-page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic related to biomedical ethics;
- A current, unofficial college transcript;
- Two letters of recommendation from a professor or research mentor. Address letters to Dr. Richard Sharp, Program Director. Letters should be emailed directly by the professor/mentor to [email protected]
Top applicants will be invited to participate in a brief phone interview to discuss specific skills and areas of interest. Final decisions will be made in part based on applicants' interests and availability of appropriate mentors.
Please note: All applications must be submitted directly to Mayo Clinic and not through the Handshake platform.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
- Authorized to work in the United States for the entire duration of the internship
- Currently enrolled in school as a full-time student
- Compensation will be a fixed rate based on the intern’s education level (e.g., high school student, undergraduate, graduate)
- Prior research and/or healthcare experience preferred
- Prior internship experience preferred
Students that do not meet these criteria do not qualify. Applicants who are graduating need to be enrolled in a graduate program to be eligible.
Successful Applicants Will Be
• Committed to pursuing career in which they will engage topics in biomedical ethics
• Able to work independently
• Proficient in written and verbal communication
• Highly motivated to learn new research methods
Candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications for consideration: 2.5 Cumulative GPA. Authorized to work in the United States for the entire duration of the internship. Currently registered in school as a full-time student. Compensation will be a fixed rate based upon the Intern's education level, i.e., HS Student, Undergraduate, Graduate. Prior research and/or health care experience preferred. Prior internship experience preferred. Please attach the following documents to your application: Resume, Unofficial Transcripts, Letter of Recommendation from Academic Advisor or Professor and a Cover Letter. Include in your cover letter the following: Area of Interest/Area of Study. Express why you are interested in an internship with Mayo Clinic and how this experience will benefit you and your studies. Number of hours per week you are available to intern. If applicable, information on deadlines or requirements to earn academic credit.
About UsMayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Skills Required
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Authorized to work in the United States for the entire internship duration
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student
- Must be enrolled in a graduate program if graduating during the internship eligibility period
- Cover letter describing career goals and interest in biomedical ethics research
- Resume or CV including major, relevant coursework, honors, and experiences
- Five- to ten-page writing sample, preferably related to biomedical ethics
- Current unofficial college transcript
- Two letters of recommendation from a professor or research mentor
- Prior research or healthcare experience
- Prior internship experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Motivation to learn new research methods
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