NEOREMA™ Internship Program

General Program Information FAQs:

When does the program start and end?

The four consecutive program weeks begin with orientation on Monday, July 1, 2019, and end on Friday, July 26, 2019; Students must also attend the graduation event on August 2, 2019. There is also a program Onboarding day. Students offered a position will be advised of that date and time.

What is the time commitment that is required for the program?
 
Program hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. during the four weeks of the program. The date and time of program orientation will be shared with students upon acceptance into the program. The graduation ceremony on August 2, 2019, is an all-day event.
 
Is this a paid internship?
 
This is not a paid internship. Students who successfully complete the program may be eligible for a stipend payment.

Is lunch provided?
 
Lunch is not provided during the day program at Cleveland Clinic. It is the responsibility of the student. During the residential program at Kent State University, all meals will be provided to students.
 
Is housing provided?
 
Housing is not provided during the day program at Cleveland Clinic (the first two weeks of the program.) Students and parent(s)/guardian(s) are responsible for their own housing and transportation arrangements during this portion of the program.
 
Students will reside in one of the dormitories at Kent State University during the residential program (the last two weeks of the program.) Students will be chaperoned at all times (work day AND after hours) during the residential program.
 
Is transportation provided?
 
Transportation to and from work is not provided. It is the responsibility of the student. However, if students are required to attend a field trip as part of their work day, Cleveland Clinic may provide transportation to and from the activity. Students and parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified of such arrangements as appropriate.
 
Is time away allowed during the program?
 
No. Vacations and time off are not permitted during the four week program experience. All vacations must be taken before or after the program start and ends dates. Time off will not be granted for conflicting extracurricular or academic activities (sports/band/cheerleader camp, debates, other competitive events, etc.) Students offered placement are expected to make a commitment to the full program and must consider all of their options and choose mindfully.
 
What if a student becomes ill?
 
In the event the student becomes ill, injured, or otherwise impaired, the student shall immediately notify the Civic Education Department to assess continuation in the program.
 
Is there a dress code/uniform for the program?
 
All program participants are required to follow the dress code policy. Participants of the program will be furnished a program polo shirt. Students must also adhere to the Cleveland Clinic Personal Appearance policy. A copy of the policy will be provided upon acceptance into the program. Failure to adhere to the dress code may result in termination from the program.

Does it cost anything to participate in this program?
 
There is no cost or tuition for students to participate in this program. Personal expenses such as lunch and transportation are the responsibility of the student and their family.
 
Are students permitted to have their cell phones on campus/during off-site activities?
 
Cell phones must be turned off and stored in the student’s purse or backpack while on any Cleveland Clinic and Kent State University property. The use of cellular phones during sessions and activities is prohibited. Cell phones may only be used outside of Cleveland Clinic and Kent State University buildings or in the cafeterias during a student’s designated lunch/break time. Students may also use their cell phones while in the Kent State University dormitories. Non-compliance may result in termination from the program.
 
What if I need to reach my child regarding a family emergency?
 
Cleveland Clinic and Kent State University will provide students and parent(s)/guardian(s) with available numbers for use should such emergencies occur.
 
Will my internship experience match my career interest?
 
Not necessarily. The NEOREMA™ Internship Program is designed to expose students to a wide variety of clinical careers within healthcare, the biomedical sciences and administrative fields. While we make every attempt to include as many careers as possible in the program, we cannot guarantee that your specific career interest will be incorporated into the four-week experience.

Do the participants have to work on July 4^th?

July 4^th is a recognized holiday at Cleveland Clinic. Students do NOT have to report to work on July 4^th if the holiday falls on a week day. If the holiday falls on a weekend, students will be given time off on either the Friday before or the Monday after the holiday. You will be advised of the appropriate day to use for the holiday, and what action to take.
 

Eligibility FAQs:

What are the eligibility criteria for the program?
 
Please see our Eligibility tab for more information. Please remember that applicants who do not all meet ALL eligibility criteria will not be considered.
 
Do I have to meet the age AND grade eligibility criteria?
 
Yes. You must be 15 years of age on or before July 1, 2019, AND you must be in 9^th grade at the time of application. Please remember that applicants who do not all meet ALL eligibility criteria will not be considered.
 
Do I have to meet the GPA requirement for this program?
 
Yes. You must have a current cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better on a 4.0 scale. Please remember that applicants who do not all meet ALL eligibility criteria will not be considered.
 
Do I have to live AND attend school in one of the counties listed on the Program Information tab?
 
Yes. You must live AND attend school in one of the following Northeast Ohio counties: Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, Summit or Wayne. Please remember that applicants who do not all meet ALL eligibility criteria will not be considered.
 
How can I demonstrate that I have a strong interest in science, medicine and research?
 
Applicants can demonstrate their interest in science, medicine and research by referencing future career goals on their application. Participation in related extracurricular activities, science fairs, and other internship programs can also be included in the application to demonstrate interest.

Can I apply if I am not a citizen, permanent resident or non-citizen national of the United States?
 
No. Only citizens, permanent residents and noncitizen nationals of the U.S. are eligible to apply to this program. Please remember that applicants who do not all meet ALL eligibility criteria will not be considered.

What is a non-citizen national?
 
Non-citizen nationals are persons born in American Samoa, Guam, Saipan certain former citizens of the former Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, and certain children of non-citizen nationals born abroad. Please visit https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal-considerations/us-citizenship-laws-policies/certificates-of-non-citizen-nationality.html for additional information.
 
Do I have to prove citizenship prior to the program?
 
Yes. All students are required to submit a copy of a U.S. passport, U.S. birth certificate or a government issued (example – temporary or permanent driver’s license or photo ID all from Bureau of Motor Vehicles) photo identification document to Cleveland Clinic once accepted into the program.
 
What constitutes an Underrepresented Minority (URM)?
 
Individuals from racial and ethnic groups that have been shown by the National Science Foundation to be underrepresented in health-related sciences on a national basis (see data at http://www.nsf.gov/statistics/showpub.cfm?TopID=2&SubID=27 and Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities in Science and Engineering). The following racial and ethnic groups have been shown to be underrepresented in healthcare fields and biomedical research: American Indian or Alaskan Native, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.

What is the definition of "low income individual?"
 
Following the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Statistical Policy Directive 14, the Census Bureau uses a set of money income thresholds that vary by family size and composition to determine who is in poverty. If a family's total income is less than the family's threshold, then that family and every individual in it is considered in poverty. The official poverty thresholds do not vary geographically, but they are updated for inflation using Consumer Price Index (CPI-U). The official poverty definition uses money income before taxes and does not include capital gains or noncash benefits (such as public housing, Medicaid, and food stamps).

The poverty guidelines were published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on January 13, 2018.
 

Do my parents have to submit financial data for me to be considered economically disadvantaged?
 
Students must initially self-report family income levels if they apply to the program on the basis of being “low income.” However, at a later date students accepted into the program will be asked to provide documentation. Acceptable forms of documentation will be communicated upon acceptance.
 

Application Process FAQs:

 
How do I apply?
 
Please see our Application Process tab for more information.
 
When does the application open?

Application opens on Wednesday, January 2, 2019
 
What is the application deadline?

Application deadline for NEW STUDENTS is 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, February 28, 2019; late applications are NOT accepted

You offer more than one internship program during the summer. Can I apply to more than one?
 
Yes, however, in order to create a meaningful and engaging internship experience, we strongly recommend that you limit your applications to the one program/track that best aligns with your interests and future career goals. Please also research the eligibility criteria for the program(s) you are applying to and make sure that you qualify to participate. Applicants who do not all meet ALL eligibility criteria for the program(s) they are applying to will not be considered.

What documents are required to complete the online application?
 
All applicants must submit a cover letter (use this template) indicating the track they are applying for. Students must upload their cover letter as part of their online application. We also ask that you include a copy of your current and up-to-date school transcript. While it is not required you may also choose to include a copy of your resume’. Please combine all of the documents you are uploading into one, single PDF file and upload the one PDF file only to your application. Follow the instructions on the Application Tab.

  
How can I complete a cover letter if I have no previous work experience?
 
If you haven't had a regular job before, it's fine to include positions like babysitting or pet sitting, and any volunteer experiences you might have and the skills developed in your cover letter. You may also include extracurricular activities, such as sports, band, choir, science fairs, academic clubs, etc. If you had a leadership position in any of these activities (such as captain of a team or secretary of a club), include this title. Your cover letter is also the best place to describe why you have a strong interest in science, and to express your interest in a career in clinical or non-clinical medicine, science, and/or research.
 
If I do not have access to the Internet, how can I apply?
 
The internship program application is web based and not available in paper form. Visit your local library or community center to access the Web or inquire if your school has a computer that you can access before and after school hours.  The Clinic-Based programs application process is done completely online.
 

After Applying FAQs:

When are applications reviewed?
 
Application review will begin AFTER the application deadline of Thursday, February 28, 2019, and will end in March, 2019.
 
When will I be notified as to whether or not I will receive an interview?
 
All applicants will be notified via the email provided on their online application of their interview status in March, 2019.
 
If I am selected for an interview, how soon after that will I be notified as to whether or not I have been accepted into the program?
 
All applicants that were selected for an interview will be notified via the email provided on their online application of their acceptance status in April, 2019.
 
If I am accepted into the program, are there additional documents needed prior to participation?
 
Yes. All applicants who are offered placement in the program will be required to obtain:
 

Are there required events or activities that take place as part of the program?

Yes. Students selected to participate in the program are also required to:
 

Does the onboarding process for accepted applicants require any time away from school?
 
Cleveland Clinic will make every effort to schedule onboarding events around school hours whenever possible. Some onboarding events may need to take place during the school day, based on the availability of Cleveland Clinic staff/departments. Students and parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified about onboarding events that conflict with the school day as early as possible.

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For general questions about the NEOREMA™ Internship Program, please contact: Austin Kirkland at kirklaa2@ccf.org.
           
Emails will be answered within three business days (Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) Emails will NOT be returned on Saturdays or Sundays. Thank you for your patience.