Summer Research Training Program at Illinois

Illinois offers a Summer Research Training Program specifically tailored to veterinary students interested in research. Over a 10-week period, participants commit full-time, dedicating 40 hours weekly to research under the guidance of a mentor. The program provides comprehensive training, including ethical research practices and laboratory safety protocols, along with seminars that discuss compliance and career pathways in veterinary research. Students enhance their scientific communication skills through writing series and presentations. They also benefit from networking opportunities, including visits to pharmaceutical companies and interactions with other veterinary research programs. Supported by NIH and Boehringer Ingelheim, the program offers a stipend and the prestigious option to present at the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium, fostering a strong foundation for careers in research and academia.