Bridge to Medicine & Research Program

Application Period: April 13 - June 1, 2026

Program Dates: Sept. 8, 2026 - May 7, 2027

Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week

Contact us: Bridge2Medicine@houstonmethodist.org

The Houston Methodist Bridge to Medicine & Research Program is a part-time initiative designed for recent graduates seeking to strengthen their readiness for graduate or medical school.
This program supports individuals who are building their experience, skills and competitiveness for advanced degree programs through mentored research, clinical exposure, professional development and career exploration opportunities.

Key Benefits

• Participants are paired with a mentor based on their interests

• Strengthen graduate and medical school application materials, including CVs, personal statements and interview skills

• Receive structured professional development and career guidance from institutional experts

• Explore career pathways through observational experiences, tours and networking opportunities

• Build a competitive portfolio to support future applications to advanced degree programs 

Program Requirements 

• GPA: 3.0 minimum
• Completed bachelor's degree within the past four years
• Only U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents and foreign nationals who already hold a legal visa status (F-1, J-1, EADs) are eligible to apply

Application Requirements

• Online application
• Transcript
• Resume
• Personal essay 
• Letter of Recommendation (2)

Program Details 

Unpaid Holiday Breaks: Nov. 23-27, 2026 and Dec. 21, 2026 - Jan. 1, 2027

Compensation: $15/hr. 

Target Audience

This program is designed for recent graduates who are seeking additional time to develop their skills and gain meaningful experience for applying to graduate or medical school.
Students from the following academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply:

• Biology, chemistry, biochemistry
• Engineering (biomedical, chemical, mechanical, etc.)
• Computer science, data science, bioinformatics
• Public health sciences or pre-health tracks

For more information about the program or the application process, please email: Bridge2Medicine@houstonmethodist.org