2016 Bradley University crest research Internship Program

The Clinical Research Experience Internship Program (CREST) will provide participants a foundation in scientific research appropriate for high school students interested in pursuing a career in basic or applied sciences, including biology, or biomedical sciences. The goal is to provide research opportunities and career experience for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, racial and ethnic minorities, and others who are underrepresented in this field (e.g., individuals with disabilities). All interns will have the opportunity to present their research at the Interns Symposium at the conclusion of the program.

This program will:

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  Provide a mentored research experience that is challenging and stimulating;
  
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  Broaden the Intern’s technical skills, interactions with individuals from the scientific community, and educational and professional experience;
  
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  Offer supporting information for the intern’s career development;
  
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  Provide ACT preparation in English, Math and Science, and
  
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  Provide awareness of the medical and clinical research employment opportunities here in Peoria.
  

Interns will complete a 250 to 300-hour paid internship over the summer, during the program period mid June – mid August, 2016 (dates may vary slightly, as negotiated with program directors). All interns will receive one hour of college-level credit for “Directed Research.” All interns may receive ACT preparation in English, Math, and Science content either this spring (2016) or next spring (2017) and/or other college prep assistance. Interns will work directly with a mentor. Mentors that have participated in past years include researchers from Bradley University, University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, and Methodist College.

Applicants must

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  Complete the attached application and provide a 1 page personal statement
  
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  Provide two letters of recommendation.
  
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  Provide a copy of high school transcripts.
  
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  Early screening of applications will commence February 12, 2016.
  
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  Final screening of applications will commence March 18, 2016.
  

Applications should be submitted to:

FAX 309-677-2999

1. 
   PERSONAL INFORMATION
   

ADDRESS____________________________________________________________________

CITY___________________________________STATE___________ZIP CODE_____________

TELEPHONE NO.__________________________COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP_______________

EMAIL ADDRESS_____________________________________________________________

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  Can you commit to attending an ACT prep course on campus at Bradley University from 5:30 to 8:05 Tuesday evenings, February 16 - March 15, 2016. ______Yes or ______No
  

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  Can you commit to attending an ACT prep course on campus at Bradley University for five evening class periods in spring of 2017. ______Yes or ______No
  

2. 
   OPTIONAL
   

____ Yes ____ No

____ American Indian or Alaska Native: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of North and South America (including Central America), and who maintains tribal affiliation or community attachment.

____ Asian: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, or the Indian subcontinent, including, for example, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippine Islands, Thailand and Vietnam.

____ Black of African American: A person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa.

____ Native Hawaiian of Other Pacific Islander: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of Hawaii, Guam, Samoa, or other Pacific Islands.

____ White: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, the Middle East, or North Africa.

Do you have any disabilities or special needs? (Handicap access, diet restrictions, etc.) ____ No ____ Yes, please explain: ____________________________________________

3. 
   HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION
   

CITY___________________________________STATE__________ZIP CODE______________

DATE OF DIPLOMA OR EXPECTED DATE OF GRADUATION_____________________________

CUMULATIVE GPA______________ Will you be 15 by June 15, 2016? Yes _______ No ________

4. 
   COLLEGE CREDITS COMPLETED (if applicable- or AP classes taken or enrolled in)
   

TOTAL # OR CREDIT HOURS COMPLETED______________CUMULATIVE GPA__________

(CHECK ONE) SEMESTER_______ QUARTER_______

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5. 
   WORK EXPERIENCE (if applicable)
   

EMPLOYER’S NAME___________________________________________________________

STARTING AND ENDING DATES__________________________________________________

LIST ADDDITIONAL JOBS ON SEPARATE PAPER OR ATTACH YOUR RESUME

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   LABORATORY SKILLS (if applicable)
   

2)_________________________________________________________________________

3)_________________________________________________________________________

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7. 
   AWARDS, HONORS
   

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