iBRAIN SUMMER INTERNSHIP

iBRAIN Summer Internship

Get a head start in neuroscience, education, and clinical care. iBRAIN’s immersive two-week internship offers hands-on learning, professional mentorship, and real-world classroom experience—all designed for motivated high school students eager to make a difference.

iBRAIN student on an adaptive walker with Physical Therapist

What to Expect

1:1 Paraprofessional assisting student to raise hand in a classroom

Program Dates

Deadline to register: March 8, 2026

Session 1

July 13th-July 30th

Location: iBRAIN International Institute for the Brain

Session 2

August 10th-August 27th

Location: iBRAIN International Institute for the Brain

Daily Schedule

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Expert Topic Presentation

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Hands-On Workshop

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Classroom Observation

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Debrief, Reflection, and Capstone Work

iBRAIN student working with 1:1 Paraprofessional and Physical Therapist to walk down a flight of adaptive stairs

Weekly Topics

Week 1:

Orientation

Introduction to Research

Psychological First Aid Training

Understanding Brain Injury & Neurodevelopment

Special Education & Inclusive Instruction

Week 2:

Physical & Occupational Therapy

Speech Language Pathology & Assistive Technology

Vision Education, Music Therapy, & Hearing Services

Social Work & Nursing

Week 3:

In-Depth Observations

Capstone Projects & Presentations

Eligibility & Application

Open to high school students age 16+ (must be 16 by the start of your Session)
Application Deadline: March 8, 2026
Space is limited to 10 students per session
Selection based on interest, motivation, and an application essay
Attendance for all days is required

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