Frequently Asked Questions

 

1. What does a typical week look like during this internship?

In line with SHARE’s emphasis on research experience, you will spend most of your time focused on working on your mentored research project, and you will have the opportunity to participate in other research experiences like shadowing. You will also participate in lectures, seminars, and workshops in a variety of topics, including HIV, substance use, health disparities, research ethics, quantitative and qualitative data analyses. There is also time for collaborating and networking with others.

2. Are international students eligible to apply?

No, International students are not eligible for this program.

3. Is there a stipend for the interns, or is this a volunteer position?

Yes, SHARE is a paid internship. The provided stipend is expected to help partially cover expenses during your stay in D.C. 

4. Does SHARE provide housing for those who come from outside the DC Area?

We provide an additional stipend to help cover housing expenses partially. We partner with GW Summer Housing program (https://summerhousing.gwu.edu/) and prioritize those who live outside the DC metropolitan area.

5. Are there post-program activities?

Scholars are required to complete program evaluation activities. Mentors will continue supporting scholars in the development of conference abstracts and manuscripts for publication. Program directors will coach SHARE scholars upon completion of the program regarding career trajectory. There are multiple ways for alumni to remain actively connected with SHARE (e.g., MySHARE, Peer mentors, Alumni Advisory Board).

6. Are meals and transportation costs provided as part of the program?

SHARE will provide lunches on some days and transportation to special SHARE programming. Travel to and from Washington, D.C. is not provided. The provided stipend is expected to help partially cover the additional meal and transportation costs during your stay in D.C. 

7. Are there scholarships available for SHARE scholars to help with costs not covered during the program?

Unfortunately, we do not have scholarships available. However, please check with your home institution to inquire about scholarships, grants, or additional funding they may provide in order to participate in an internship experience. 

8. Can I work full-time and participate in the SHARE summer program?

You are expected to fully dedicate your time to SHARE activities. The day-to-day schedule will require all SHARE Scholars to be present for lectures, meetings, workshops, and special events from 9am-5PM. In previous cohorts, SHARE scholars were able to maintain part-time virtual employments, but maintained their full commitment to SHARE. Working full-time while participating in SHARE is NOT recommended. 

Do you have other questions? Please contact us at [email protected]