External research opportunities are ones not organized by IU School of Medicine. The following resources will lead you to some popular and suggested programs that happen in a variety of locations.
Year Long Research Programs
These research opportunities offer students a chance to immerse themselves in a research project for a full year.
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Medical Scholars Research Fellowship
The Physician-Scientist Support Foundation's Medical Scholars Research Fellowship provides research opportunities and mentoring to students who aspire to become physician-scientists.
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NIH Medical Research Scholars Program
The Medical Research Scholars Program is a year long research immersion program for future clinician-scientists that advances health by inspiring careers in biomedical research.
National Research Opportunities
Search for resources and information about national research opportunities from the AAMC.
Explore AAMC's directory of research and training opportunities
National Scientific Meetings and Conferences
Attending national scientific meetings and conferences offers students an avenue to present their research and build their experience in preparation for residency applications.
Many conferences and meetings offer travel grants for students. Please explore those opportunities, as well as travel grants offered by IU.
AAMC Physician Scientist Training Program
The AAMC Physician Scientist Training Program (PSTP) is a postgraduate initiative designed to support MD, DO or MD/PhD graduates committed to careers as academic physician-scientists. These programs integrate clinical training with dedicated research time to prepare participants for faculty roles that combine patient care with scientific discovery.
International Research Opportunities
International Research opportunities are a chance for students interested in specific areas to study in an area outside of the United States.
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Child Family Health International Programs
Child Family Health International (CFHI) is a global family of health professionals and students working at the grassroots level to improve the health of the world community. We carry out our mission by supporting our international partner communities through community health projects and Global Health Immersion Programs. CFHI’s 20+ programs in five countries connect local health professionals with international students for 4-12 weeks and give first-hand insight into healthcare in underserved communities. Through CFHI programs, participants transform perspectives about self and about global health and healing.
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Duke Program on Global Policy and Governance
The Duke Program on Global Policy and Governance is the only program of its kind. We prepare graduate and professional students from around the world to tackle the world’s most pressing policy challenges. Through summer internships and an intensive, one-week course, our fellows gain unparalleled access to UN agencies and other leading Geneva-based institutions.
AMPATH Kenya
The IU Center for Global Health Equity is seeking two first-year medical students to serve as student ambassadors for two months in Kenya, East Africa. Students are expected to represent Indiana University School of Medicine and to serve as outstanding ambassadors for AMPATH and the Indiana University-Moi University partnership. Students will receive round trip transportation, room, board, and a small stipend.