CIRM: Salk Institute for Biological Studies

Organization Description

The Bridges to the Stem Cell Research Program is funded by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM). The Program, based at CSUSM and in partnership with Palomar, MiraCosta, Mt. San Jacinto, and San Diego Miramar Colleges, will place ten (10) students per year in full 12-month internships with host laboratories throughout the region. The Program has established internship commitments with the leaders in stem cell research in academia.

  • Students will be working in internships full-time during their 12-month commitment as a Bridges intern.
  • Students will participate in patient engagement activities.
  • Students will participate in community engagement activities at local partnering schools.
  • Students will also be enrolled full-time (through a combination of internship credit and coursework) during their entire time as a Bridges intern.
  • Internship and tuition and fees during enrollment as a Bridges intern are financially supported by the Program.
Program Information

Must be enrolled in BIOT 498 and a participant in the CIRM: Bridges to Stem Cell Research Program

 

Every cure has a starting point. The Salk Institute embodies Jonas Salk’s mission to dare to make dreams into reality. Its internationally renowned and award-winning scientists explore the very foundations of life, seeking new understandings in neuroscience, genetics, immunology, plant biology and more. The Institute is an independent nonprofit organization and architectural landmark: small by choice, intimate by nature and fearless in the face of any challenge. Be it cancer or Alzheimer’s, aging or diabetes, Salk is where cures begin.

Health & Safety
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Background Check (e.g. fingerprinting/livescan, driving record)
  • Vaccinations
Address 
10010 N Torrey Pines Road
La Jolla, CA 92037
United States
Website:
https://www.salk.edu/
Student Contact 
Name
Madilyn Areskog
Job Title
Program Coordinator
Phone
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Email
mareskog@csusm.edu

Current Opportunities

Title Program Start Date Location Type
CIRM: Salk Institute Placement Internship Ongoing On-site
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Program(s) 
Internship
Organization type 
Education - College or University (Nonprofit)
Focus Population(s)
College Students
Focus Area(s)
Education, Science or Technology