Preprofessional Opportunities

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) - Public Health Scholars Training Program

Details

Category: Summer
Type: Research
Location: Los Angeles California
Deadline: Late January
Duration: 8 weeks
Required Grade Level: Rising Junior

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Eligibility

Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or resident (DACA recipients eligible) Must attend an institution in the U.S. or in a US territory.; Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Must possess an interest in exploring a career in the field of public health by the start of the program; Applicants must be: Community college graduates or transfers to four-year institutions OR In a four-year institution and have completed at least two years of undergraduate education (regardless of credit standing) by the start of the program OR Recent college graduates who have not enrolled in a graduate program by the start of the program.; Interest in exploring a career in the field of public health; Open to all majors/disciplines; Ability to be present in LA and participate in program activities; Willingness to attend social and volunteer events on evenings and occasional weekends; Willingness to stay engaged with program for alumni tracking, professional development opportunities, maintaining contact with cohort, and participate in recruitment for following year cohort; Successful submission of all application materials; There is no GPA requirement

Description

"The UCLA Public Health Scholars Training Program provides undergraduate students the opportunity to explore the field of public health through hands-on training, structured workshops, group excursions, and leadership and professional development. Located in Los Angeles, the program offers scholars the opportunity to train at UCLA, to explore public health in one of the most diverse counties in the US, and to experience the city’s vibrant culture. We work with community The UCLA Public Health Scholars Training Program provides undergraduate students the opportunity to explore the field of public health through hands-on training, structured workshops, group excursions, and leadership and professional development. Located in Los Angeles, the program offers scholars the opportunity to train at UCLA, to explore public health in one of the most diverse counties in the US, and to experience the city’s vibrant culture. We work with community-based organizations, health systems, and government agencies to offer field placement opportunities for scholars that focus on health equity."