Medical Student Research and Scholarly Activity Registration
Heritage College Policy 2.22 requires all medical students to conduct research and scholarly activities under a mentor's direction and these activities with the Office of Research and Grants through Salesforce. Students must ensure all requirements are met before starting any research or scholarly activity.
Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) Information:
Unregistered activities in Salesforce will not be considered for Research Distinction on the MSPE. Details about eligible activities for Research Distinction on the MSPE can be found here.
The listed research opportunities are not exhaustive and are primarily for Ohio programs, typically for the summer between Years 1 and 2. Visit program websites and contact program representatives for more information and to verify deadlines.
For additional opportunities, search the AAMC Research and Training Opportunities database via the link below.
Last updated: 11/14/2025
Akron Children's Hospital, The Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute ACH Academic Immersion Scholars Program
Topic Area: Clinical Research
Deadline: January 09, 2026, 11:59 PM EST
Program Information:
- Who: Students between their 1st and 2nd year of medical school
- When: May 25, 2025-July31, 2025
- How to Apply: Students must complete the application below and submit by January 09, 2026 at 11:59 PM along with a PDF list of completed medical school courses by May 2026, and a single-page essay discussing your interest in research and its potential impact on public health and wellness. Please note that all submissions must be original drafts written by you; any AI-generated submissions will result inautomatic rejection of your application
Application Form (2 Pages):
Chalmers P. Wylie Veterans Outpatient Clinic VA Clinic Quality and Research (CQR) Experience
Topic Area: Quality Improvement
Deadline: TBD
Program Information: Not yet available
Cincinnati Children's Summer Musculoskeletal Outcomes Research Fellowship (SMOR)
Topic Area: Clinical Musculoskeletal Research
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Program Information:
- Who: Students between their 1st and 2nd year of medical school
- What: Clinical musculoskeletal research under a pediatric orthopaedic surgeonās guidance, including literature review, study design, data collection and analysis, manuscript preparation, and presentation.
- When: June ā August 2026 (10 weeks total ā may take 1 week unpaid vacation)
- Where: Cincinnati Childrenās Hospital Medical Center, Division of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
- Pay: $15/hour
- How to Apply: Send your CV/resume and a writing sample to nichole.leitsinger@cchmc.org by March 1, 2026. Writing sample should demonstrate proficiency in research-based academic writing. Select interviews will begin in late March/early April.
Cleveland Clinic Akron General Research Fellowship
Topic Area: Basic Science, Biomedical, or Clinical Research
Deadline: TBD
Program Information:
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Research Opportunties
Topic Area: Basic Science, Biomedical, or Clinical Research
Deadline: NA - Contact PI for information. Please review for additional information.
Program Information:
Kettering Health Grandview Orthopedic Surgery Residency Summer Research Fellowship
Topic Area: Orthopedics
Deadline: TBD
Program Information: Not yet available
Kettering Health Longitudinal Clinical Research Experience
Topic Area: Industry Sponsored Clinical Trials
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Program Information:
- Who: Students between their 1st and 2nd year of medical school
- What: Learn the full lifecycle of industry sponsored clinical trials in a
hospital setting: feasibility, startup, and execution. Gain practical experience in research ethics, regulatory processes, and data management. - When: Summer Immersion: June - August 2026. Summer immersion is IN PERSON.
Longitudinal Participation: August 2026 ā June 2027. Extensions may be possible. - Where: Kettering Health Main Campus, Innovation, Research, and Grants Department
- How to Apply: Please send your CV/resume and a personal statement describing your interest in the longitudinal rotation and Kettering Health to michelle.pershing@ketteringhealth.org by March 1, 2026. Select interviews will begin inearly April. Any questions can be addressed to Dr. Pershing.
The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Topic Area: Varies
Deadline: Review (Dates TBD by PI)
Program Information:
National Institutes of Health Medical Research Scholars Program (MRSP)
Topic: Basic, Clinical, or Translational Research, but specific topic varies by NIH Investigator-Mentor
Deadline: December 1, 2025, 5:00 PM EST
Program Information:
- An informational webinar will be held October 30th at 1 PM EST. is required. If the date is changed due to the government furlough, all registered attendees will receive updates on the rescheduled date and time.
- UPDATE (10/1/25): During the federal government furlough, the NIH MRSP Class of 2026-2027 will remain open. Questions can be directed to the MRSP mailbox, however, please note that responses may be delayed and or limited.
Nationwide Children's Hospital Center for Injury Research and Policy
Topic Area: Injuries (Options Provided)
Deadline: January 26, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
Program Information:
Nationwide Children's Hospital Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Management Summer Research Internship
Topic Area: Anesthesiology and Pain Management
Deadline: December 31, 2025
Program Information:
- Who: Students between their 1st and 2nd year of medical school
- When: Mid/Late May-Early July 2026
- Where: Nationwide Childrenās Hospital (Columbus, Ohio). Work may be virtual or on-site, but weekly research meetings require on-site presence.
- How to Apply: Email CV/resume and cover letter (with research interests and career goals) to:
- Dr. Joseph Tobias (Joseph.Tobias@Nationwidechildrens.org)
- Dr. Brittany Willer (Brittany.Willer@Nationwidechildrens.org)
Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University Student Urinary Tract Program in Education and Research (SUPER) Summer Training Program
Topic Area: Nephrology and Urology
Deadline: Application period with rolling admissions is from October 8 to December 24, 2025
Program Information:
OhioHealth Summer Research Externship Program (SREP)
Topic Area: Clinical Research and Quality Improvement
Deadline: Applications accepted from November 20, 2025 through January 10, 2026.
Program Information:
The Orthopedic Foundation Summer Research Intern Program
Topic Area: Orthopedics, Neurology, Podiatry, Wound Care
Deadline: TBD
Program Information: Not yet available
Western Reserve Hospital Summer Research & Quality Improvement Fellowship
Topic Area: Health Care Research and Quality Improvement
Deadline: January 15
Program Information: