Are you a Philadelphia high school sophomore or junior who is interested in learning more about science, technology, engineering or math? Do you have a passion for social justice? Have you been affected by personal or community violence? If you answered “YES,” then you may be a strong candidate for the Teva Pharmaceuticals STEM Internship Program. We are currently accepting applications for students for our 2018-2019 cohort.
The is a one-year summer and after-school internship directed at Philadelphia high school students with an interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) who have been impacted by community violence. Interns take part in lessons and activities designed to cultivate their strength and interest in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics; meet and interact with professionals in various STEM fields; learn to devise methods of coping with and responding to personal violence and violence in their communities; and cultivate a network of professional and emotional support among their peers. The Program also takes advantage of the unique resources of the , including the world-famous , the , and our vast network of Fellows to create an engaging experience unlike any other youth program.
The program focuses on the following themes:
- Learning and applying forensic techniques such as crime scene investigation, fingerprinting, and ballistics.
- Understanding the health system’s response to individuals with traumatic gunshot wounds, including emergency room procedures, rehabilitation, and physical therapy
- Understanding the body’s physiological response to stress and stress relief techniques
- Learning to talk, heal, and build community with your peers.
- Learning to network with STEM professionals and future mentors.
The program consists of two parts. The first is a four-week summer internship that takes place through the month of July 2019. The second part is an after-school program that takes place once a week through the 2018-2019 school year. Transit keycards to and from all events will be supplied by the . Students will also receive a stipend upon successful completion of the program. With the exception of off-site field trips, all activities will take place at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia (19 South 22nd Street).
If you are interested in learning about exciting careers in STEM and want to help make a difference in your community, you can fill out . Any rising 11-12th grader (will be in 11th or 12th grade in the upcoming school year) currently enrolled at a school in the Philadelphia School District (including charter schools) is welcome to apply; however, students from private schools are NOT eligible to apply. There are no costs to enroll or be enrolled in the program. We require all students receive permission from a parent or guardian and provide contact information for a teacher or other adult mentor (coach, youth group leader, religious leader, etc.) who will serve as a reference. In order to better get to know you, we ask that you include in your application the answer the following question:
“Based on your personal experience, explain how violence have affected your life or your community. What is one possible solution to reduce the impact of violence on you or your community?”
Your answer can take the form of a brief essay (MAX 750 words) or a video (MAX 10 minutes). If you choose to create a video, the format is up to you; just remember to answer the above prompt. Application materials must be submitted no later than 11:59PM on Friday, May 31, 2019.
If you have any questions, contact . You can also learn more about the Teva Internship Program .
The Teva Pharmaceuticals Internship program is made possible through a generous grant from .