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DSRTP Application Process & Deadlines

How to apply

Check the eligibility requirements if you are unsure of your eligibility.

Complete NIH SIP online application form. If you fail to select DSRTP on your application, your application will not be considered for the DSRTP program.

NOTE: DSRTP application deadline is 12:00 (ET) on January 8, 2025. See below for additional deadlines.

The online application will require the following information.

  1. Create Personal Profile
    • Addresses and phone numbers for both school and permanent residence
    • An e-mail address
    • U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident status of the applicant
  2. List of coursework and grades (copy and paste into the online application).
    Selected students will be required to submit official transcripts.
    • Official electronic transcripts should be sent directly from the university/institution to Ms. Winnie Martinez at Winnie.Martinez@nih.gov.
  3. Resume/CV
  4. References
    • Two letters of recommendation are required. Letters of recommendation from academic references will be sent automatically from the online application system via e-mail to the recommenders listed on the application. Only after you complete your online application will the recommenders receive instructions for submitting the letters online.
    • Returning DSRTP students: In additional to two academic references, a letter from the most recent DSRTP Research Mentor should be provided. Letters from DSRTP Mentors can be emailed to the Program Director, Ms. Winnie Martinez.
  5. Personal Statement
    • Describe your research interests, career goals, and reasons for applying for the DSRTP program.
    • Describe previous research experience.
  6. Other Information
  7. Training Location
    • NIDDK has two research locations, Bethesda, Maryland and Phoenix, Arizona. Indicate your preferred location by clicking Maryland or Phoenix. If you do not have a preferred location, click both.

Application Deadlines

  • Applications must be received by 12:00 p.m. (ET) on January 8.
  • Reference Letters must be received by January 15.
  • Notification of Award: February 2025

Application Selection

Priority will be given to students who reside outside of the Maryland/Washington D.C./Virginia areas. Local students are encouraged to apply for the general NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP).

Last Reviewed April 2024