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The full five-week internship is on hiatus for Summer 2026 and will resume in July 2027.

The Neurology High School Scholars Program (NHSSP) at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is a competitive summer research immersion for academically motivated high school students. For students seeking engagement in 2026, CHOP is hosting an "Ask-A-Neurologist Day" on June 29, 2026.

When active, the NHSSP is a commuter-only program. Selected scholars (sophomores through seniors) receive a $1,000 stipend to work closely with a neurologist or neuroscientist on a basic science or clinical research project. There is no cost to apply or participate, but students must pass rigorous background clearances and demonstrate a high level of academic readiness in the biological sciences. The curriculum is designed to mirror professional clinical research. Participants are paired with mentors to investigate pediatric neurological disorders, shadowing physicians in clinics and attending weekly educational seminars. The experience culminates in a professional poster presentation where students outline their project results for CHOP faculty and staff.

Because CHOP is a leading pediatric research hospital, scholars gain direct exposure to how scientific insights translate into patient care. While the program does not confer academic credit, the hands-on nature of the internship—performing data analysis and neuroimaging interpretation—provides a substantive foundation for students planning to pursue pre-med or neuroscience tracks in college.