Jewell Summer Research Training Program

The University of Kansas Cancer Center's Jewell Summer Research Training Program offers college, undergraduate and medical students hands-on, mentor-guided research opportunities and equips participants with the skills needed for successful careers in science, medicine and other cancer-related fields.

Program Details

Students selected for the program will have the chance to immerse themselves in projects aimed at tackling the complexities of cancer. For mentors, this program offers a platform to nurture and guide the next generation of researchers.

Pay: $17.00/hour, 20-40 hours/week for a minimum of 4 students (based on hours worked)

Time Frame: Project will span for 8 weeks, from June 1 to July 24, 2026.

Application process:

Applicants must be a current college undergrad, graduate or medical student. To apply, students must submit an application in Workday. Please fill out and attach the "Jewell - Supplemental Application Document" to the Workday application. 
 
Additional requirements of the application can be found on the job posting. 

If you are looking for a KU Cancer Center mentor to sponsor you for the summer, view our full list of researchers here. 

Important Dates:

Applications Due: Monday, March 2, 2026, at 12 p.m. 
Notification of Awards: Friday, March 14, 2026