This year, we have internship positions with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Public Health in Brownsville (UTHealth) and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Brownsville and Edinburg campuses (UTRGV). 

Selected students will be matched with a mentor and project based on their interests indicated in the application. 
 

Who Should Apply?
Students who will be classified as a Junior or Senior during the 2026-2027 school year
Students interested in science
Students from school districts in the Rio Grande Valley are eligible

APPLICATION DEADLINE: The deadline for the online application is Friday, May 8, 2026, 11:59pm.
 

ORIENTATION: It is mandatory for all students accepted into this internship program to attend orientation and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at orientation. We want parent(s)/guardian(s) to understand the requirements and guidelines of the program and have an opportunity to meet with their child's mentor. Orientation is held at two campuses: UTRGV (Edinburg Campus) and UTHealth Houston (Brownsville Campus). Students are only required to attend the orientation location at their internship site.

ORIENTATION DATES:  
Thursday, June 11, 2026 from 9:00am-1:00pm UTRGV (Edinburg campus)
Friday, June 12, 2026 from 9:00am-1:00pm UTHealth Houston (Brownsville campus) 
 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Students, please make sure to answer ALL QUESTIONS AND HAVE YOUR ESSAY READY. Each page must be fully completed before moving on to the next; there is no option to save and return to your application. You will have the option of using the "Back" button to return to the previous page to double check your responses. It is highly recommended you complete the application in one sitting.
 

ESSAY: Students are required to complete a 350-word essay as part of their online application. Your essay should include the following:
1. Why are you applying to this program?
2. Why are you an ideal candidate for this program?
3. List your future goals and how this program will help you reach your goals.
 

RECOMMENDATION FORM: You will need one (1) recommendation form completed as part of this application. Have an academic teacher or your high school counselor complete the recommendation form on your behalf by Friday, May 8, 2026, 11:59pm. 
 

*All students are highly encouraged to contact [email protected] or (956) 755-0642 prior to the deadline to ensure that all application forms are submitted correctly.