The Summer Student Program is designed for students who want to immerse themselves in genetics and genomics research. It emphasizes laboratory discovery, communication of knowledge, and professional growth.

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Research that YOU can do

Students participate in an ongoing research program with the support of an experienced scientific mentor. They develop an independent project, implement their plan, analyze the data, and report the results. At the end of the summer, they present their findings to researchers, other students, and parents.

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Diversity in Science

Every year, a diverse group of approximately 40 undergraduate and high school students is chosen from all over the United States. They are able to meet and connect with research-focused students from different backgrounds who quickly form a community of motivated science scholars.

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One Program, Two Campuses

The Summer Student Program is available at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine and The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine in Farmington, Connecticut. Outside the laboratory, there is much to explore. Depending on the location, students can visit the sights of Boston, New York, or the trails and vistas of Acadia National Park.

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Learn about the full history of the Summer Student Program and High Seas. 

Who is eligible?

• Bar Harbor campus accepts applications from eligible high school seniors and undergraduate students.
• Farmington accepts applications from eligible undergraduate students only.
• The SSP does not restrict applications to a given state or region.

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At the time of participation in the program, a high school student (Bar Harbor) must:

• have completed Grade 12;
• be at least 18 years old; and
• be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

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At the time of participation in the program, a college student (Bar Harbor and

Farmington) must:

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• be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student;
• have at least one semester of undergraduate study remaining before graduation; and
• be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.