Polygence Internships: Healthcare - Cohort 2 (July 14 - Aug 8)
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July 15, 2025Experience start
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August 8, 2025Experience end
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healthcare industry knowledge research reports conceptual model infographics innovation biotechnology data analysis mental health researchPolygence Internships: Healthcare (Biomedical & Mental Health Applications) July 14 - August 8 2025
- 40 hour, fully-subsidized, project-based experience for learners exploring careers in healthcare, including biomedical sciences and mental health applications or non profits.
- Submit a healthcare-focused project for the Polygence team to review.
- If approved, your project will be matched with up to 3 participants, contributing a combined total of up to 120 hours of high-impact work.
- Projects will begin on July 14 and must be completed over a 4-week period by August 8 2025.
This experience is designed for entry-level high school students who have developed foundational research skills and are eager to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. The objective is to engage learners in projects that allow them to explore healthcare challenges, analyze data, and propose innovative solutions. By collaborating with industry professionals, students will gain hands-on experience and insights into the healthcare industry.
About Polygence Students
Polygence students are exceptional high schoolers with college-level research experience, strong technical skills, and a track record of initiative. From publishing scientific papers to leading nonprofits and building real-world products, they bring curiosity, drive, and a collaborative mindset to every project. They're ready to contribute meaningfully and grow through hands-on internship experiences.
Learners
Students are seeking hands on, entry level experience where they can make an impact for the employer’s business.
Project deliverables will vary based on scope, but by the end of the experience, you’ll have tangible assets to support your business goals.
Due to the short, remote format, projects must be well-defined and project-based. We cannot accept job postings—please outline a clear, specific scope for the learner’s work.
Example project templates are pinned to this experience for reference. If using a template, be sure to customize it with relevant details to align with your business needs.
Project timeline
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July 15, 2025Experience start
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August 8, 2025Experience end
Project examples
Requirements
- Explore trends in teen mental health by analyzing publicly available survey data and summarizing key findings.
- Design a concept for a wearable health tracker that helps students monitor stress or sleep patterns.
- Research ways to make vaccine distribution easier in rural or underserved communities, and create a simple proposal or infographic.
- Create a digital awareness campaign for mental health resources available to high school students.
- Conduct interviews or surveys to explore how students feel about virtual healthcare (telemedicine) and write a short report on your findings.
- Sketch a mobile app idea that helps teens manage mental health through mood tracking, journaling, or self-care reminders.
- Review recent studies on how certain foods or supplements may affect memory or focus in teenagers, and present a summary.
- Learn about CRISPR and create a slideshow or explainer video that introduces the basics and its possible use in treating diseases.
Additional company criteria
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:
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Timeline
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July 15, 2025Experience start
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August 8, 2025Experience end