1. FUTURE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: OPPORTUNITIES!
Anika

2. SHAMELESS SELF PROMOTION
Remind:
to 81010
Instagram:
@pchs_fhp
Website:
pchsfhp.weebly.com
Anika

3. GSK Science in the Summer High School Assistant
Aditi

4. High School Assistant Position
What is it?
Program that’s recruiting HS students to work as camp assistants. You will help teachers lead science sessions for students in 2nd- 8th grade.
This years theme is The Science of Space.
Not many requirements!
Multiple locations in Wake County with varying time slots.
There are morning and afternoon sessions.
How do I apply?
Salary : $8.25. Registration ends on 2/23/2017.
Requirements:
Typed resume or essay detailing achievements, extracurriculars, experience.
ONLINE Teacher Recommendation
Complete a “Science in the Summer Availability” form
Recommended: Get a cover letter for the classy look
NOTE: You have to like kids!
Aditi
~Hours can be found online. Orientation is on SAT day. Must be 16 by March 1, and hour. Also academic
There is an interview for finalists

5. Splash UNC - Spring 2018 Program
Alekhya

6. SPLASH UNC DAY What is it? How do I apply?
Splash UNC is ultimately meant to get the college experience by attending classes offered by college students.
$20 student fee required to register for this program
You can sign up for up to 6 short classes to attend that day
How do I apply?
No application necessary.
For High School students
Registration opens February 25th
Event is on Saturday, April 14th
Details:
Classes do fill up quickly so register as soon as possible
Some class options are guide for a pre-med student, hands on activities, tours of the campus, and several others!
Alekhya

7. Junior Volunteer Summer Program at Duke Hospital
Ria

8. Duke University Volunteering
What is it?
The Junior Volunteer Summer Program provides youths, ages 14 to 17, the opportunity to experience a variety of activities in a hospital setting. As they assist and comfort our patients and visitors, junior volunteers learn valuable lessons that they will use throughout their adult lives. This program is only offered during the summer months
How do I apply?
Sign up for interview online
Fill out application and bring to interview
Health screen completed by physician to be brought with you to interview
Two reference forms to be completed by non-family members
School counselor form
Vacation form
Ria
The program runs from June 11, 2018 — August 3, 2018
Interviews will be held during the last week in March, and the first week of April, Interview sign-ups will start the end of January and do fill up quickly
A mandatory Junior Volunteer Training/Orientation is being held on the morning of Monday, June 11, 2018 starting at 8:00 am
Each junior volunteer must commit to a at least 12 hours per week and no more than 32 hours per week during the summer session.
junior volunteers are required to wear a uniform, which they will purchase at orientation. They will also wear a DRAH badge at all times. Shorts, mini-skirts, and jeans are not allowed
Website:

9. Duke-Raleigh Volunteering
What is it?
This program provides youths, ages 14 to 17, the opportunity to experience a variety of activities in a hospital setting.
Immunization Records must be presented
TB test must be negative at least 6 months prior to volunteering
Must commit to 4 hours a week
How to apply
Fill out this application by February 28
h.org/sites/default/file s/high_school_summer _volunteer_application .pdf
Ananyaa
You may be called back for an interview
Positions are limited are based on quality of application as well as the grade level you are currently in
Must be able to volunteer 4 hours a week

10. Rex UNC Healthcare VolunTEEN Summer Program
Alekhya

11. REX UNC VolunTEEN What is it? How do I apply?
The REX VolunTEEN Program gives teenagers the opportunity to contribute to the community while also exploring the medical environment
The assignments are made during the interview process and teens can work in patient care units, daycare, office support, the recovery room, and more.
How do I apply?
For High School sophomores ages
Registration ends February 23rd.
Requirements:
Application form with questions like why you want to volunteer, skills you have, etc.
Two recommendation forms
Have completed their freshman year of highschool
Alekhya
~in the application you want to state everything you possibly can to make you standout from others, even things you may think are irrelevant, could be what makes you get chosen over someone else. Instead of making bullet lists for stating why you want to be a volunteer, you should try to focus on one main reason, and formulate all your other ideas around this reason, so it makes you seem like you are really passionate about this field and volunteering there.

12. Junior Volunteering at WakeMed Hospital
Naimi

13. Become a junior volunteer at WakeMed!
How do I apply?
SUMMER TRACK - June/July/August
Online applications open the first Monday of April between 2:30 pm – 4:30pm.
Apply ASAP! (First 24 hours)
Things to keep in mind
Volunteer commitment is weekly for 2 to 4 hours, limited to one day a week
Minimum of 3 months of service with a total of 25 hours
Written application, and if selected, in-person interview
Only allowed to apply to one location
What is it?
Provide hands-on volunteer experience
Structured volunteer program- consistent job to help meet the needs of the department you specialize in
WakeMed has a very personalized volunteer program for you!
Example programs: maternity care unit, pediatrics, HELP, surgery, gift shop, etc.
Naimi

14. High School Summer Volunteering at UNC Medical Center
Manasi

15. VOLUNTEERING AT UNC MEDICAL CENTER!
How do I apply?
Complete online application using this link.
If chosen, you will be called in for an interview.
Application deadline is March 1st
Tips to help you!
Be honest on your application and during your interview. They are looking to see what kind of person you are, not your qualifications.
Prepare some answers to questions you know that they will ask.
Be yourself!
What is it?
An eight week period during the summer where high school students ages 14 and above are able to have experience working inside a busy hospital and interacting with patients.
Manasi

16. NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP)
Anika

17. Find a Research Internship!
What is it?
The SIP program provides internships to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students interested in working on a research project related to that given field. To get accepted in the program, you are selected by scientific mentors from NIEHS in RTP.
You can intern in fields such as bioinformatics, cancer biology, clinical research, genetics and more.
Participants are expected to work a minimum of 8 continuous weeks, full- time between May and September. (Exact schedule set by you and mentor)
How do I apply?
YOU MUST BE 16+
The application is online, and are due March 1st, 2018
Application includes:
Resume
List of coursework and grades (not transcript)
Cover letter describing your research interests/career goals
Names and contact info of TWO REFERENCES
Anika

18. Biogen Community Lab - RTP Sessions
Nikki/Anika

19. COMMUNITY LAB IN RTP What is it? How do I apply?
FREE of charge, this opportunity allows high school students to experience daylong, interactive science activities, intensive summer programs and opportunities.
How do I apply?
The application can be found on Biogen’s website and the deadline is February 26, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. to March 12, 2018 at 11:59 p.m.
Nikki/Anika

20. The Perry Initiative
Callie

21. The Perry Outreach Program
What is it?
It is a day long program where women in high school get to hear from female surgeons and engineers as well as perform 6 mock orthopedic surgeries and biomechanical experiments.
The application...
Fill out the online form
Name/ DOB/ school/ etc.
2 short essays
A reference name
BTW
On April 14th
From 8:30-3:30
At Duke University
Application deadline: March 14th at 5pm
Website:
goo.gl/YdW7p5
Callie
Application:
~must be a female high school student
~fill out the online application: has 2 essay questions that have a max of 1000 words (acceptance is based on the quality of the essays)
Remember:
~Seniors get priority
~Can only do this once
~Completely free
~Get to keep a pair of scrubs at the end
~40 girls are accepted

22. Duke University Global Health Services Program
Anika

23. A CHANCE TO TRAVEL! What is it? How do I apply?
GPSA for Health is a hands- on, academic, service- learning program for high school students, and works in educational collaboration with Duke University and Johns Hopkins University.
Participants on our programs provide hands-on help, tackling real-world problems with the environment and healthcare in Guatemala, Belize, North Carolina and West Virginia. You can go during the summer or winter.
How do I apply?
You can apply by going to the website and downloading the Application Packet, which includes: several essays, letters of recommendation and transcript
$15 Application fee
Specific dates in certain locations cost accordingly, anywhere between 4-8 thousand dollars
When you complete the Application Packet, you it as directed
Anika

24. DEADLINES February GSK Science in the Summer - High School Assistant
APPLICATION DUE FEB 23rd
Junior Volunteer Duke-Raleigh Hospital
APPLICATION DUE FEB 28th
Rex UNC Healthcare VolunTEEN Summer Program
APPLICATIONS DUE FEB 28th
March
UNC Medical Center - High School Summer Volunteering
APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 1st
NIH Summer Internship Program
APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 1ST
April
Junior Volunteering at WakeMed
APPLICATIONS OPEN APRIL 2nd - ** first come, first serve
Biogen Community Lab
APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 12th
The Perry Initiative
APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 14th
DEADLINES
Deadlines/Closing up - Anika
** reminder that all of this can be found on website

25. THANKS!
Any questions?
Naimi