Summary

The Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking candidates for the Clinical Ethics Summer Internship Program. This program is designed to provide candidates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced field of clinical ethics. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shadow clinical ethics consultants with two high-volume clinical ethics consultation services, participate in research and teaching opportunities, and gain exposure to one of the preeminent bioethics Centers in the country.

For more information about the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy, visit our website at www.bcm.edu/ethics. If you have any questions about the internship, please contact us at bioethics@bcm.edu.

Summary:

• The Clinical Ethics Summer Internship Program will select up to 2 summer interns.
• The 8-week summer program will begin mid-May and end early July. Dates may be negotiable.
• This is an in-person opportunity in Houston, Texas.
• Eligible applicants must be current undergraduate sophomore or higher, or graduate students with bioethics-related career goals.
• This is a paid opportunity that requires an average of 18 hours of work per week. The stipend does not cover other expenses such as housing or travel.

Application Requirements:

• Apply online by February 13, 2026.
• Applicants must provide:
  • Cover letter (1-2 pages) that describes your goals and expectations for the Clinical Ethics Summer Internship Program, and long-term career goals.
  • Current resume or CV.
  • 2 references.

Application Process:

• Apply by February 13, 2026.
• Zoom interviews will take place between February 18 – March 6.
• Selected candidates will be notified the week of March 9, 2026.
• Selected candidates must provide verification of their enrollment in a degree granting program.
• Summer intern(s) will begin mid-May and end early July.

Job Duties

• Participates in key meetings with hospital partners including ethics committee meetings, case conferences, grand rounds, and other relevant meetings. 
• Involvement in bi-weekly group reading discussions with Center faculty members.
• Supports Center research projects including literature search and data analysis. 
• Potential teaching and writing opportunities commensurate with the intern’s experience and expertise .

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in high school or be a high school graduate (or equivalent secondary education) or enrolled in an institution of higher education. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Current undergraduate sophomore or higher, or graduate (Masters or Doctorate) students in a related field.

   

• Demonstrated interest specifically in a career in bioethics or clinical ethics. Please note: this internship is not for general medical experience.