Explore programs designed to help you grow as a researcher, science communicator, and neuroscience advocate. Open to high school and college students worldwide.
About the Program
The NeuroSphere Creators Internship is a seasonal program held each Fall, Spring, and Summer. Each five-week, fully virtual session invites interns to explore neuroscience, psychology, and public health topics while creating educational content for NeuroSphere's official platforms. Through research, digital media creation, and science communication, interns develop skills in content creation, design, storytelling, and educational outreach.
What Interns Do
Interns participate in one of three specialized tracks: Social Media Intern, Brand Ambassador, or Animated Video Creator. Each week, interns research approved topics and create scientifically accurate educational content tailored to their assigned role. Completed projects may be published on NeuroSphere's official Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube platforms, allowing interns to contribute to global science communication efforts.
Content Standards
All content must be based on credible scientific sources, including the NIH, NINDS, CDC, government (.gov) sources, and peer-reviewed scientific journals. Submissions must be original, accurate, and professionally presented. Plagiarism, copied content, and AI-generated content are strictly prohibited.
Service Hours
Interns who successfully complete at least four out of five weekly assignments will receive 40 community service hours and a certificate of completion. Completing all five assignments with an approved extension earns 45 hours, while completing all assignments on time without extensions earns 50 hours.
About the Program
The NeuroSphere Independent Research Fellowship 2027 is an annual fully virtual summer research program where high school and undergraduate students independently conduct original research in neuroscience, psychology, or public health under the guidance of experienced mentors. Fellows develop scientific research and writing skills while completing a research paper for publication in the NeuroSphere Student Research Journal. No prior research experience is required.
Program Structure
Throughout the fellowship, participants develop their research paper through structured milestones, including an abstract, introduction, methodology (if applicable), results or key findings, discussion, conclusion, and references. Fellows work independently while receiving guidance and feedback from their assigned mentor throughout the research process.
Eligibility
The fellowship is open to current high school and undergraduate students from any academic background. Students are selected based on their curiosity, commitment, and willingness to engage in independent scientific research.
Mentor Eligibility
Mentor positions are open to university students, graduate students, researchers, and professionals with experience in neuroscience, psychology, public health, or related fields. Mentors are selected based on their academic background, research experience, professionalism, and commitment to supporting the next generation of student researchers through consistent guidance and constructive feedback.
Mentor Support
The fellowship is supported by a team of experienced mentors, with each fellow assigned a mentor based on their selected research department. Mentors provide individualized guidance by reviewing research drafts, answering questions, offering constructive feedback, and holding office hours to help fellows strengthen their scientific writing and research skills. They also monitor participant progress throughout the program and work closely with the Director of Research & Programs to ensure fellows remain engaged and on track.
Research Departments
Participants select one of the following research departments: Brain Health and Neurodegeneration, Neuroimmune Interactions and Inflammation, Neuroplasticity and Cognitive Function, Sleep, Circadian Rhythms and Brain Function, Developmental and Adolescent Psychology, Mental Health and Behavioral Science, Environmental Health and Brain Health, or Health Policy and Neurological Care.
Submission and Publication
At the conclusion of the fellowship, participants submit a completed research paper that follows professional scientific writing standards. Fellows who successfully complete the program will have the opportunity to publish their work in the NeuroSphere Student Research Journal, showcasing their research to a global audience.
Academic Integrity and Participation
All work must be original and supported by credible scientific sources, including peer-reviewed journals and reputable organizations such as the NIH, NINDS, CDC, and WHO. Plagiarism and AI-generated written content are strictly prohibited. Fellows are expected to remain actively engaged throughout the program, communicate with their mentor, and demonstrate consistent progress on their research project.