Summer Internship Programs

The Houston Methodist Academic Institute offers unparalleled 10-week summer internship programs, providing selected interns with a unique opportunity to collaborate with renowned researchers.

Important Dates

2026 Program Dates: May 26, 2026 – July 31, 2026

Application Dates: Dec. 5, 2025 - Jan. 30, 2026

Summer Undergraduate Research Internship (SURI)

This program is open to both high school and undergraduate interns, who are paired with faculty in translational research at Houston Methodist. Each intern will take on their own scientific research project, and at the end of the internship, they will present their findings and compete in a poster presentation competition.

Throughout the program, interns will participate in weekly seminars focused on career development and professional growth. They will also have the chance to attend didactic lectures delivered by scientists and physician researchers from Houston Methodist.

Interns receive guidance and mentorship from leaders in their respective labs, gaining valuable professional exposure through various networking opportunities. The internship offers a  comprehensive experience, with interns participating in diverse social activities that enrich their summer. Some interns, in collaboration with their mentors, even have the opportunity to publish their work, with many discovering potential career paths at Houston Methodist. Stipends are offered for undergraduates.

We strongly encourage all prospective applicants to carefully review the requirements before applying.

Summer Internships & Fellowships

  • Research Internships
  • Fields Rosenberg Surgical Fellowship
  • Kadoorie Cardiovascular Internship
  • Summer Administrative Internships
  • Research Internships

    Research Internships

    Teaching the next generation of Medical Researchers

    The Summer Undergraduate Research Internship (SURI) is a premiere summer program at the Houston Methodist Academic Institute. This 10-week program is designed to enhance interns’ understanding and provide hands-on experience in translational research.

    The High School Emerging Researcher Experience is an 8-week program designed to introduce a select group of juniors and seniors to the world of translational research. By working alongside undergraduate research interns, these students gain valuable insights into the research process and explore potential academic career paths following high school.

    Summer Undergraduate Research Internship  ➝

    High School Emerging Researcher Experience  ➝

  • Fields Rosenberg Surgical Fellowship

    Fields Rosenberg Surgical Fellowship

    Mentorship with World Class Surgeons

    The Fields Rosenberg Fellowship provides selected undergraduate fellows with a 10-week direct mentorship from surgeons specializing in various fields, including General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, and other surgical disciplines. During the fellowship, undergraduate fellows shadow surgeons and participate in career and professional development seminars specifically tailored to their needs.

    Fields Rosenberg Surgical Fellowship  ➝
  • Kadoorie Cardiovascular Internship

    Kadoorie Cardiovascular Internship

    Personalized Exposure to a Medical Career

    The Kadoorie Cardiovascular Internship is a comprehensive 10-week program tailored for second- and third-year undergraduate students considering a future in medicine. Mentors include faculty members from the cardiology, cardiovascular/transplant, and thoracic surgery departments, as well as the Houston Methodist Research Institute. Interns will observe essential surgical techniques, surgical cases, participate in daily patient rounds, and receive personalized exposure to basic translational research.

    Kadoorie Cardiovascular Internship  ➝
  • Summer Administrative Internships

    Summer Administrative Internships

    Our highly competitive administrative internship programs are an exciting opportunity for outstanding college and graduate students to hone their skills in program development and administration, videography and photography, and more, at Texas’s top hospital (according to U.S. News & World Reports).

    Summer Administrative Internships  ➝

Volunteer Opportunities at Houston Methodist

Houston Methodist welcomes volunteers who want to offer their time, talent, and dedication. Volunteers provide a valuable service to our hospital operations. There are a variety of volunteer roles to fit individual time commitments, schedules, abilities, and interests. Volunteers may work directly with patients or choose to work behind-the-scenes, providing administrative or customer support. Learn more about volunteering opportunities at each Houston Methodist location.

The Caring Teen Volunteer Program is a volunteer opportunity for high school students, ages 15-18, to serve at Houston Methodist during the summer or fall. A full description of the Caring Teen Volunteer Program, as well as information on applying, can be found at their site. Please note that the Caring Teens Volunteer Program is for non-research volunteers only.

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