Scripps Research, located in La Jolla, California and Jupiter, Florida, is a premier research institution dedicated to solving complex biomedical challenges through cutting edge approaches. Scripps offers competitive summer undergraduate research internships (SURF and REU), and receives applications from students across the nation.
Each year, Concordia conducts an internal application process for one guaranteed summer internship position at Scripps. There is no limit to the number of Concordia students who can apply to Scripps through the general pool.
In addition to summer internships, Scripps also offers academic-year research opportunities for undergraduates. Students may earn Concordia credits for their research in this program. Email research@cord.edu for more information.
ELIGIBILITY: Highly motivated and scientifically curious students, particularly those in their early years of undergraduate study in any science discipline, are encouraged to apply for the summer internship. Juniors and Seniors are encouraged to apply for the academic-year research program. Scripps programs are open to degree-seeking international students, permanent residents, and US citizens, at undergraduate colleges and universities.
Summer Research Internship Application Process:
1. Review the Scripps summer internship website.
2. Identify 2 Concordia faculty or PIs at other institutions to write a letter of recommendation in support of your application to Scripps Research (due to research@cord.edu by 25 January 2021 and Scripps Research by 15 February 2021.)
3. Complete the internal (Concordia) application, by 25 January 2021.
4. Receive feedback on your application from Concordia faculty.
5. Receive decision notification of early acceptance by 5 February 2021.
6. Polish application and submit to Scripps through their online application portal by 15 February 2021.