NIAID has an array of fellowships, research trainings, and internship opportunities for candidates with science and non-science backgrounds. NIAID training programs provide a chance to obtain invaluable experience conducting research, while working side-by-side with world-renowned scientific investigators. NIAID also offers administrative training opportunities, where students and recent graduates can train in a variety of roles supporting our science. Join NIAID and make an impact!
Check out this booklet about the NIH Pathways Programs for current students and recent graduates. Find out about the positions, required qualifications, and how to apply.
High School Students
Undergraduate Students
- Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research
- NIH Postbaccalaureate Intramural Research Training Award (IRTA)
- Pathways Internship Program
- Pathways Recent Graduates Program
Graduate Students
- Malaria Infection Biology Research and Training Program
- NIH Graduate Partnerships Program
- NIH Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program
- NIH Pathways Program
Medical Students and Residency
- Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program
- Allergy and Immunology Training Program
- Transition Program in Clinical Research
- NIH Medical Research Scholars Program (MRSP)
- NIH Clinical Electives Program
- NIH Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research (SIP)
Postdoctoral Students
- Postdoctoral Training Opportunities (search "NIAID")
- Infectious Disease Training Program
- Allergy and Immunology Training Program
- Transition Program in Clinical Research
NIH Training and Scholarships
Are you eligible for these internships and/or training programs? Find out now!
In addition, NIAID offers Training and Career grants to trainee-level investigators.
Training Resources
Get strategies to help you navigate your career path from your first traineeship to a career position with our Training Resources.
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