About the role
The Aspirnaut Summer Research Internship Program at U-M is a six-week program that aims to increase interest in basic science research by giving high school students from under-resourced areas the chance to work with researchers at U-M in a hands-on science laboratory experience. Interns will come from select communities in Michigan, including rural and socioeconomically disadvantaged areas. They will conduct their own research project, and present their findings to peers and mentors at the end of the program. The program covers interns' housing and meals on campus, as well as providing a stipend. In addition to conducting research, the program offers professional development and enrichment opportunities and access to university resources. Interns are required to have health insurance coverage and must be present and on campus for the duration of the program. The Aspirnaut program follows a Code of Conduct and promotes a safe and supportive environment for participants, with supervision from research supervisors, undergraduate resident advisors, and program staff. Beyond the program, the goal is to help participants pursue college and career opportunities in the sciences.