Research summer before MS1...anybody?

[tugbug]

Ive been getting letters about research positions for the summer before I start, as well as the summer between MS 1 & 2. I'm thinking about doing it. Anyone else have opinions on if this is worthwhile? Thanks

 

[Ranger47]

Where do they want you to do research at? I am applyin for 2005 and would love to do something like that, since I have nothing else to do all summer.

 

[tugbug]

I'm guessing it will be at the med school or at area hospitals. I think programs like this are pretty common, and Im sure most schools offer research spots. These are described as 10 wks with a stipend. Im trying to decide if it is worth it to give up my last "free" summer

 

[acab]

Originally posted by tugbug
Im trying to decide if it is worth it to give up my last "free" summer

I'm having the same problem. I'm thinking that it's worth doing it if you can then graduate with honors in research (maybe continuing the work in the summer between years 1 and 2). If not, maybe I'll choose to enjoy the summer.

 

[Sharkfan]

I am planning on doing this as well; I am pretty sure lots of medical schools have these programs- with stipends, yay $$- for incoming MSIs and rising MSIIs.

Might as well jump in while i am still unstressed and motivated.