High-impact science. Translational research.
Tumor immunology. Genetics and genomics. Cellular and molecular biology. Epidemiology. Pharmacology. Cell stress biology.
It’s all part of the study of cancer sciences. Whether you're a student or educator, consider our array of research experiences as the launchpad into a career of research.
Classroom to CURE
Classroom to CURE Programs are K-12-focused sessions that allow students and educators a chance for hands-on learning in cancer research. The program is open to all educators and their students to set up a program designed for your school or district.
High School Summer Research Experience in Cancer Program
High school juniors can receive first-hand scientific research experience to help make those all-important decisions about a future career in science or healthcare!
St. Regis Mohawk High School Summer Research Program
High school students in the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe will learn about the hallmarks of cancer and work closely with members of our Department of Indigenous Cancer Health.
Buffalo Health Exploration (BHE)
Our Buffalo Healthcare Exploration through the Atlas Program is a two-week program that offes the chance to learn and innovate in a fast-paced medical environment from experts in their fields.
YRoswell
Yroswell’s Street Team is made up of high school students from schools across Western New York who share a common goal in creating a world without cancer — this mission is at the core of everything our students do.
College Summer Research Experience in Cancer Program
If you’re a college junior, decisions about your future profession are looming. Our College Summer Research Experience in Cancer (SURE-CAN) at Roswell Park can help you take that all-important next step in your career.
Howard University Scholars Program
Students in the Howard Honors Program and majoring in biology or chemistry can explore a cancer topic in the field of expertise of a Roswell Park faculty researcher across a variety of disciplines.
St. Regis Mohawk College Summer Research Internship
College students from the Mohawk Nation will be paired with professionals that work in a specialty area of cancer research. College students are matched with mentors based on their academic interests and needs.
Trocaire Scholars Program
Trocaire College students will have unique opportunities to further their education and experience in their area of study, aiming to create a career pathway from student to employee, for those in the health sciences specialty.
University at Buffalo Health Sciences Scholarly Project (HSSP)
Develop your skills in self-directed learning, scientific curiosity and team science — all while honing your ability to engage in life-long learning. For your health sciences scholarly project (HSSP), with the guidance of a research mentor, you’ll complete an in-depth scholarly project in an academic area of interest related to medicine or health care — for Jacobs School of Medicine Students only.
Research Internships for US Medical Students
A limited number of summer research internships are available from medical students who have completed their 1st or 2nd year at a U.S. medical school. No financial support is provided for these internships. Eligible applicants interested in pursuing these research internship opportunities should complete the application using the link provided below.
Yroswell was created to for students ages 14 and up to get involved in spreading awareness and supporting those affected by cancer. Through learning, giving and supporting, our mission of creating a cancer-free reality is at the core of everything our students do.
Applications for YRoswell open every fall — we seek motivated young people who want to actively spread cancer awareness and promote the Yroswell mission.
Contact us
If you're an educator or a student looking for more information, please contact:
Pamela Hershberger, PhD
Pamela.Hershberger@RoswellPark.org
