The Department of Pediatrics Summer Student Research Program provides undergraduate college students with eight weeks of intensive and fulfilling research experience. The program also includes workshops in scientific writing and communication. Our dedicated team of Neonatologists, Pediatricians, Researchers, and NICU Specialists offers one-on-one mentorship to students in a variety of topics within the field of Perinatal and Neonatal Medicine. Students will be appropriately matched to mentors based on their research interests and experience (if any) to ensure a rewarding and professionally stimulating experience. Space is limited and applications must be completed by the deadline below to be considered for selection. The program will be in-person at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Students are expected to be in-person throughout the entire duration of the program, from Monday through Friday each week.
For general inquiries, please contact: bwhdpnbmsummerresearch@mgb.org.
We regretfully acknowledge that these dates may not work for all academic calendars, but these dates are not able to be flexible due to obligatory orientation and initiation of group work. Please only apply if you are able to attend the full duration of the program.
The Department of Pediatrics Summer Student Research Program aims to admit highly motivated students with an interest in research and its applications to healthcare, academic medicine, and related fields. In accordance with Brigham and Women’s Hospital policies, participants are required to be medically cleared by our Occupational Health Services, which consists of health screening, as well as adherence to the mandatory MGB vaccination and health policies. No prior research experience is required. All students must meet the following requirements:
For additional information regarding the program, please view our FAQs document (PDF).
Applications will be accepted from January 5, 2026, through February 6, 2026. All required Application Materials must be received by February 6, 2026, at 5PM EST.
Submit the following application materials here by the application deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you have any questions, please contact bwhdpnbmsummerresearch@mgb.org.
“I would definitely recommend this summer student program to others. From being able to work under incredibly talented mentors, to learning from a wide range of perspectives from both clinical and research teams, to just being surrounded by a supportive environment characterized by progress, change, and discovery, I loved every aspect of my experience at the summer student internship."
“I would definitely recommend this summer student program to anyone who is interested in this branch of medicine because you truly get a grasp of everything that goes around in the NICU or after they are discharged. I entered with a slight interest in the field and ended up loving it and considering it as a possible career path. Thanks for making this experience so great. I hope this program keeps inspiring others just as it did to me."
"The Summer Student Program was amazing. The organization, the teaching, and the care about the students were all incredible. It was really indescribable to have these 8 weeks inside a hospital. It was so important to have these experiences of researching and learning from incredible health care providers. I will never forget. Thank you."
"The Summer Student Research Program was a wonderful opportunity to gain exposure to neonatal and pediatric medicine. I chose this program out of personal interest for these fields and would highly recommend anyone interested in medicine and healthcare to apply. The skills I developed through this experience will surely support me in future endeavors and have inspired me to continue pursuing my passion for medicine.“
“I would definitely recommend this to other students. You won’t just be doing neonatal research, you’ll also gain valuable connections with professionals who want to mentor you, which is extremely helpful if you don’t personally know anyone in the health field. This is also a great opportunity to get a well-rounded glimpse into what it’s like to work in the NICU”
“I would recommend this program in a heartbeat. It exceeded all my expectations and helped me to discover more about my passion for medicine.”
"I found the Calderwood [writing] Seminars to be highly valuable, particularly as someone who is working to strengthen their writing skills. I especially enjoyed the interview profile assignment, as it provided a meaningful opportunity to engage in a deeper conversation with my mentor and learn more about his life and experiences."
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