Applications are now open for the Rockefeller University Summer Fellowship 2026, a fully funded 10-week program designed for international undergraduate students to engage in research activities at one of the leading biomedical research institutes in the United States.
- 🧪 Program Overview: The Chemers Neustein SURF at Rockefeller University offers motivated undergraduates hands-on laboratory research experience in life and physical sciences.
- 🎓 Eligibility: Open to outstanding college sophomores and juniors, including international students.
- 🤝 Mentorship: Students are paired with faculty, postdocs, or graduate students who design and supervise individualized projects.
- 💰 Stipend & Duration: $6,500 for a 10-week program from June 1 to August 7, 2026; free housing provided for non-commuters.
- 📝 Application Requirements: Completed online application, 2-page summary statement of academic background and research goals, official transcript, and two recommendation letters.
- 📬 Submission of Documents: Most documents submitted online; physical letters mailed to Rockefeller University if online submission isn’t possible.
- ⏰ Deadline: Applications due by February 1, 2026; review and final decisions by mid-March 2026.
- 🔬 Lab Placement: Applicants may state preferences, but placements are centrally coordinated; students should not arrange labs independently.
- 🌐 Additional Info: Faculty research details available in the “Our Scientists” section of the Rockefeller University website.
Designation:
Rockefeller University Summer Fellow
Research Area:
- Structural Biology and Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology
- Immunology
- Virology and Microbiology
- Neuroscience
- Mathematical Biology
- Physics
Location:
Rockefeller University, New York, United States
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Open to international undergraduate students
- Selection based on a proposed research project of interest
- No application fee required
Job Description:
- Participate in research activities under the supervision of faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students
- Work collaboratively on selected research projects
- Attend social and cultural events, including visits to professional sports games and performances in Manhattan
How to Apply:
- Complete the online application form on the official Rockefeller University website.
- Upload the required documents including:
- CV/Resume
- Academic Transcript
- Degree Certificate
- Statement of Purpose
- Await confirmation of your application status by mid-March 2026.
Last Date to Apply:
February 1, 2026
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in a prestigious environment, so don’t miss out!
