Genspace Biorocket Youth Research Internship
A community-lab internship teaching genetic-engineering and biology lab skills plus science communication, with scientific mentors, lab tours, and field trips.
Apply for the Biorocket Research Internship Program!
The Biorocket Research Internship Program is a 6-month science research internship experience
Applications for 2026 open November 1
How to Apply
- Submit contact information for yourself and your parents or guardians
- Provide academic information including school, grade level, GPA, and science classes taken
- Complete short essays or a video submission
- Teacher/mentor references submit a short form
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