SEARCH LOGIN DONATE DONATE BLOOD PRODUCTS/SERVICES RESEARCH ABOUT US SUPPORT US NEWS COVID-19 RESEARCHABOUT LFKRI Summer Internship for Undergraduates SUMMER UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAM 2021 Summer Interns 2020 Summer Interns 2019 Summer Interns 2018 Summer Interns For five decades, physicians and scientists at NYBC and its LFKRI have worked to improve human health through the science of blood. Our research has paved the way for new blood-related products, techniques, and therapies as well as numerous landmark patents. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR RESEARCH We invite you to participate in an exciting summer research program on the upper eastside of New York City! Program Description Students selected to participate in the LFKRI-Summer Undergraduate Research Program will be part of our cutting-edge biomedical research. They will work side-by-side with some of the world leading research scientists. Students are matched with laboratories according to their stated research interests and will work on projects under the direct supervision of faculty and postdoctoral fellows. Research projects in biomedical sciences and public health directly related to the following areas of research: Transfusion Medicine, Hematology and Immunology, Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology. Students must commit to 10 weeks full time start date June 1. At the end of the summer program, students will present their research findings in a formal seminar to the institute. Competitive financial compensation: accepted students will be paid hourly up to $6000 (please note – this includes salary/housing and travel support). COVID-19 provisions: due to the ongoing pandemic, accepted interns will be required to complete a daily health screening, wearing a mask at all times while in the building and comply with social distancing regulations. Qualifications and Selection Students must be enrolled full-time in an accredited College or University. International Students studying at a degree granting institution in the US are eligible to apply. Applicants should have a strong desire to pursue a career in the biomedical sciences or healthcare. Selection is based upon academic credentials, letters of recommendation and the congruence of the students expressed goals with the internship program. Relevant training or experience is a plus, but not required. Investigators Accepting 2022 Summer Interns Karina Yazdanbakhsh, PhD Asim K Debnath, PhD Cheryl Lobo, PhD Larry Luchsinger, PhD Sara Lustigman, PhD Avital Mendelson, PhD Hong Van Tieu, MD Francesca Vinchi, PhD Hui Zhong, PhD To Apply Interested applicants should submit the following documentation: A one page personal statement expressing interest for the LFKRI - Summer Undergraduate Research Program. Please indicate a potential area of research interest or lab you would be interested to work in. Resume/CV with current GPA Two Letters of Recommendation. Letters of recommendation should be emailed directly from the mentor/faculty to LFKRI-SURP@nybc.org Applicants should submit their documentation to LFKRI-SURP@nybc.org Submission deadline is January 31, 2022 Applicants will receive an email notifying them of a decision between March 1 and March 15 Learn more about our ground-breaking research. RESEARCH NEWS It takes more than blood to save a life MAKE A GIFT NEW YORK BLOOD CENTER New York Blood Center (NYBC) is one of the largest community-based, non-profit blood collection and distribution organizations in the United States. ©2021 New York Blood Center Privacy Policy Terms ABOUT NYBC Work Here Press Room NYBC Enterprises SUPPORT US Donate Blood Volunteer Make a Financial Contribution PRODUCTS & SERVICES Comprehensive Cell Solutions™ Hospital Customers Blood Products Laboratory Services Medical Services Clinical Services Blood Experts Blog Request Testing Kit GET CONNECTED Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Youtube CONTACT US 310 E 67th St New York, NY 10065 (212) 570-3000 Contact New York Blood Center BLOOD DRIVES VIEW TODAY'S DRIVES