Jackson Lab Summer Program

The Jackson Lab Summer Student Program is designed for students who want to immerse themselves in genetics and genomics research. It emphasizes laboratory discovery, communication of knowledge, and professional growth.

Students participate in an ongoing research program with the support of an experienced scientific mentor. They develop an independent project, implement their plan, analyze the data, and report the results. At the end of the summer, they present their findings to researchers, other students, and parents.

Admission is competitive, and students of all backgrounds are selected. All students receive a stipend of $6,000 for the 10-week program, including room and board at Highseas (Maine program) or at the University of St. Joseph (Connecticut program). The cost of round-trip travel between the student's home and the Laboratory is also provided.

The Jackson Lab Summer Student Program seeks to admit students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. These efforts enhance the impact of the SSP experience for all participants and support national efforts to expand the biomedical research workforce to individuals from groups underrepresented and underserved in biomedicine. The SSP will include a diverse community of learners. Students from groups underrepresented in the sciences are strongly encouraged to apply.

Here is the application for the Jackson Lab's paid summer science program. Note that only US Citizens and Permanent Residents can go. The deadline is Feb 2.

Student Leaders Program

The MERITS Program

Junior Volunteer Program

Summer Students Research Program

Cross Insurance Company

Cross Insurance Company is looking to hire students to help with office tasks such as:
- Filing
- Data Entry
- Phones
- Copying

Hours: At least 10-20 per week, but up to 40 hours per week

Pay: $12-$13/hour

For more information and to apply, contact Paula DiMillo at pdimillo@crossagency.com.

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Research the company and interviewers before going.

Practice answers to common interview questions with a friend of family member.

Dress to impress, wear business formal clothes.

Send a thank you letter afterwards to show your interest.

Tips for writing job an application

Sell yourself, write about your positive impacts on your community.

Take your time to make sure your application will stand out to the employers.

Emphasize previous jobs and other work that closely relates to the job you are applying to.

Focus on using power verbs and descriptive words to specifically answer the question at hand.

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Job listings, volunteering and summer internships for teens

Looking for a job this spring? Nothing to do over the summer? Want to make an impact on your community? Check out these jobs, internships and volunteering opportunites below!

Internships:

Jackson Lab Summer Program

Student Leaders Program

The MERITS Program

Junior Volunteer Program

Summer Students Research Program

Jobs:

Cross Insurance Company

Grocery Stores

Restaurants

Working with the Eldery

Retail Stores

Volunteering:

In Portland, Maine:

Tips:

Tips for job a interview

Tips for writing job an application

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