High School Programs

Cincinnati Children’s sponsors several biomedical outreach programs for high school and college students considering careers in biomedical research and clinical practice. As part of our mission to “Change the Outcome,” we support a series of outreach activities to encourage the best and brightest students to pursue careers in biomedical research and pediatric healthcare.

High School Science Symposium

The High School Science Symposium is a one-day event for high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing biomedical careers.

High School Summer Internship Program

With the High School Summer Internship Program, graduating high school seniors can learn more about careers in medicine and clinical research in this paid, part-time position.

Biomedical Research In Medicine and Science (BRIMS)

Biomedical Research In Medicine and Science (BRIMS) offers an outstanding science training opportunity for Cincinnati area college freshmen and sophomores. The program is designed to involve students from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in medicine and science in cutting‐edge scientific research conducted in an academic medical center to stimulate their interest in pursuing biomedical research careers.

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program offers undergraduate students a chance to explore opportunities in the laboratories of pediatric faculty in the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.

Additional Opportunities

Cincinnati Children’s offers a variety of additional opportunities for high school students interested in pursuing biomedical careers.