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Undergraduate Opportunities

Applications are OPEN for Spring 2024!

DUE on Sunday, December 22, at 11:59pm

Student Visitor Positions

The Geriatric Psychiatry Research Program (GPRP) offers practicum opportunities for undergraduate students to gain clinical and research experience. Through this position, students gain exposure to clinical trials and investigational studies on Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia, and mood disorders in older adults. GPRP welcomes student visitors during the summer and academic year. Students have the option to work in-person, remotely, or on a hybrid schedule. McLean Hospital also offers the opportunity for student visitors to receive academic credit for the position. 

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Student visitors are responsible for various projects including interacting with subjects during study visits, data entry, assisting with recruitment, conducting literature reviews, and various shadowing opportunities. The nature of the program is flexible and allows students to pursue their career and academic interests while taking advantage of McLean Hospital’s clinical and research resources.  

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Qualifications of Strong Candidates

  • Strong willingness and desire to learn 

  • Interest in research, medicine, psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, or biology 

  • Actively enrolled in an undergraduate program 

  • Experience interacting with patients, older adults, and/or diverse populations 

  • Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills 

  • Proficient computer skills 

  • Preferred: Previous research experience 

  • Preferred: Ability to work in-person at McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA

  • Preferred: Proficiency with traditional and social media 

FAQs

  • How long can I stay in the lab as a student visitor?

    • Student visitors can stay up to a full year in our lab!

  • When is the best time to apply for an internship at GPRP?

    • We recommend applying at least 3 months prior to the semester you intend on starting. 

  • I did not get accepted into the program, can I apply again?

    • Yes! We encourage candidates to reapply to our program if you did not get in the first time.

  • Can I work on any study or am I just assigned to one?

    • We balance the interests of the student and the needs of the program to curate a list of available student projects. You will not be limited to one study, but are expected to contribute wherever help is needed.

  • Can I pick which lab I am assigned to?

    • ​While placement is determined by multiple factors, we aim to match students with their preferences.

  • Does this position offer compensation or does this position include a stipend?

    • This position does not offer monetary compensation.

Contact Us

For questions about the program or application, please contact Jeff Mattingly at jmattingly@mclean.harvard.edu or Emily Fiske at efiske@mgb.org. 

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