2025 NIDA Summer Research Internship Program: Apply by Jan 6, 2025

November 17, 2024 /

NIDA’s Office of Research Training, Diversity, and Disparities offers paid summer research internships to expose undergraduate students to the field of substance use and addiction research.

Selected students work with distinguished scientists at research institutions across the United States for eight weeks during the summer. Internships involve hands-on experiences that may include laboratory experiments, data collection, data analysis, formal courses, participation in lab meetings, patient interviews, manuscript preparation, library research, literature reviews, and more. This effort is intended to provide opportunities for talented students, particularly those who have fewer opportunities for research experience available to them.

Eligibility

Must be an undergraduate student in good standing at the time of the application.

  • Must be at least 18 years old by May 31, 2025.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  • Must be available to work full-time for 8 consecutive weeks over the summer.

Support Provided

NIDA partners with Rose Li & Associates, Inc. (RLA) to manage intern payments, including:

  • $15/hour, up to a maximum of $4,800 for eight weeks
  • Up to $2,500 for housing reimbursement (additional cost reimbursement considered
    with documentation on a case-by-case basis)
  • Up to $500 for travel expenses (additional cost reimbursement considered with
    documentation on a case-by-case basis)

NIDA does not cover costs for conference attendance, meals, utilities, or household furnishings.

How to Apply

Applicants should complete all sections of the application, including the selection of three preferred internship sites from the program guide, and explain how each aligns with their interests. Application materials must include:

  • Completed application
  • Unofficial transcripts in PDF format
  • Two letters of recommendation on letterhead submitted electronically

For more information about the NIDA Summer Research Internship Program, contact:

Julie Huffman
Program Coordinator, NSRIP
Office: 301-443-9798
NSRIP@NIH.GOV

For more information, check out the NIDA Summer Internship Program Guide.