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Student -HFCI (Henry Ford Cancer Institute) Pancreatic Cancer SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - 32 Hours - Days

Henry Ford Health System
United States, Michigan, Detroit
Apr 15, 2025
Student -HFCI (Henry Ford Cancer Institute) Pancreatic Cancer SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - 32 Hours - Days Purpose: The program will provide undergraduate students with exposure to the field of cancer medicine. The students will get to learn the basics of cancer, how patients are treated using different therapies like surgery, and radiation and chemotherapy to destroy tumors, how the clinical team interacts with patients, and how research improves patient lives through better treatments and outcomes. The overall goal is to provide experience in the field of cancer so that students can learn about different specialties and research to help patients. Eligibility Requirements: The following requirements must be met for a student to be considered for the program: * Applicant must be enrolled in a U.S. college and be in good standing at the time the application is submitted. * Applicant must be in science or engineering or a related field and must have interest in pursuing a medically-oriented discipline. Goals of Program: To allow the students to gain familiarity with the field of cancer, including different medical specialties and research. They will learn about the daily schedule, demands of the field and work/life balance as a professional in the field. Housing: Location is Detroit, MI HFCI does not provide housing to summer student. All housing and transportation expenses are the participant's responsibility. Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group Department: HFCI Research Administration Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable