RISE Program
About the RISE Program
The Remote Immersive Science Experience (RISE) Program is a virtual summer research experience designed for high school students from the Mountain West—especially those from rural communities—who are curious about cancer research and healthcare careers. Hosted by Huntsman Cancer Institute, this immersive program includes a series of virtual workshops, panels, and hands-on research activities using a laboratory science kit which will be sent directly to the participant's home.
Program Dates
Monday-Friday, July 7-11, 14-18, 2025
8:30 am-12:30 pm MST
Applications will open again in 2026
Week 1: Hands-on Cancer Research
Live online laboratory instruction with at-home experiment kit
Week 2: Career Exploration in Cancer Research & Medicine
Virtual professional development workshop sessions
Benefits
- Receive financial compensation of up to $500
- Connect with other high school students across the Mountain West
- Attend presentations, panel discussions, and professional development workshops with research and medical professionals at Huntsman Cancer Institute
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a high school student in Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, or Wyoming
- Must have completed your freshman year of high school prior to the program
- Must be able to commit to four hours of virtual meetings Monday through Friday for two weeks in the summer
- Must have parental or guardian consent to participate
Expectations
- Must commit to attending all 40 hours of virtual program sessions
- Will be asked to complete surveys to evaluate the program
Questions? Please email CRTEC@hci.utah.edu.