海斯托夫-布罗迪高中暑期学者项目
The submission deadline was March 1, 11:59 p.m., and we are no longer accepting applications for the 2026 summer program.
每年夏天，一小群高中生受邀加入索尔克研究所著名的研究社区，进行为期 8 周的带薪实习——这是一次旨在激发好奇心和培养实践技能的变革性体验。.
实习生与索尔克科学家并肩工作，参与开创性的研究项目，在专家导师的指导下获得实践实验室经验。在实验室之外，学生们还将参加动态研讨会、职业发展工作坊、生物技术行业实地考察以及其他拓展其科学视野的丰富活动。.
The program culminates in a celebratory research symposium, where students present their findings to mentors, lab teams, and proud families.
资格：仅限居住在圣地亚哥县且在圣地亚哥县就读的16岁及以上学生参加。.
The 2026 Heithoff-Brody Scholars Program will run from June 15 to August 7, 2026.
Program Goals
For over 40 years, this prestigious program has brought Jonas Salk’s vision to life, introducing high school students to the excitement of lab-based research and the possibilities of a future in science.
- Interns dive into real scientific investigations, working one-on-one with a dedicated mentor to complete a research project that reflects the rigor and creativity of Salk’s lab.
- Through seminars and workshops, students strengthen core scientific skills from wet lab techniques and bioinformatics to data analysis and science communication.
- Interns become part of the Salk ecosystems, connecting with researchers across campus through events, seminars, and collaborative activities that reveal the culture and cutting-edge work of the Institute.
- The program culminates in the Summer Scholars Research Symposium, where students present their work as a formal scientific talk or poster, celebrating growth and contributions.
Who’s Eligible to Apply for the Heithoff-Brody High School Summer Scholars Program?
- Must be a San Diego County resident who has completed their most recent semester of high school at a public or private high school within San Diego County.
- Students must be at least 16 yrs of old by the start of the internship, June 15, 2026.
- Interns must be able to commit to 30–40 hours per week from June 15 to August 7, 2026.
- Successfully completed at least one year of high school level chemistry and biology.
- Minimum grade point average of 2.75**.
- Able to provide their own transportation***.
- Applicants under 18 must be able to obtain a work permit from their school upon notification of hire. More information on work permits can be found at your school counseling office.
*Schedule flexibility and limited remote work can be discussed on an individual basis based on the needs of the selected student and their assigned mentor’s discretion.
**Exceptions for GPA’s lower than 2.75 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
***Transportation options, including public transit stipends, are available for students that are unable to secure reliable transportation to and from the Salk Institute campus.
For additional questions, please email Community & Engagement at community@salk.edu.
Application Requirements
The 2026 Heithoff-Brody High School Summer Scholars Program application will close on March 1, 2026.
Eligibility criteria or prerequisites when completing the online application:
- Upload your resume in PDF/Word format
- Provide one letter of recommendation: Recommenders can be previous or current teachers of any subject, coaches, school counselors, mentors/former supervisors, or others in similar roles. The recommendation letter may also be submitted directly so as to be seen only by Salk) via email if preferred to community@salk.edu
- Submit unofficial transcripts in either PDF or image format
- Respond to short answer questions included in the application