Interns gain real-world clinical research experience by working directly with a multidisciplinary team of UCLA scientists and clinicians on active studies related to sports-related concussions and brain health.
The UCLA BrainSport Summer High School Research Internship offers high school students a structured educational experience in clinical research, focusing on neuroscience, sports medicine, and brain injury. Interns work alongside a multidisciplinary BrainSPORT team, including research scientists and clinicians, led by Dr. Christopher Giza. Participants learn practical clinical research skills such as patient recruitment, data management, and the implementation of study protocols in a real-world setting. The program involves contributing to ongoing research projects, like the CARE4Kids study, which investigates adolescents with persistent post-concussion symptoms through neuroimaging, blood sampling, autonomic testing, and cognitive assessment. Interns also gain insight into the daily workflow and collaborative decision-making processes by attending weekly Traumatic Brain Injury lab meetings. The internship culminates in a final project where students present on a research topic of their choice, fostering critical thinking and presentation skills.
A typical day might include attending a lab meeting to discuss ongoing research projects and study protocols, followed by assisting with data collection and entry, working closely with other interns and UCLA students.
This internship is ideal for high school students interested in neuroscience, research, and sports medicine, particularly those considering careers in biomedicine or neurology.
UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
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