THESIS: Tribal Health Experimental Student Internship Seminar

SPTHB THESIS Program

The 2025 THESIS application is open until January 31, 2025! Apply now

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What Is THESIS?

The Tribal Health Experiential Student Internship Seminar program (THESIS) is a virtual 8-week paid internship for undergrad and recently graduated college students interested in Native American health. THESIS lets you experience tribal public health alongside mentors as you move your career forward and make a life-long impact.

Internship Program

Internship Dates

May 19-July 11, 2025

Internship Hours

20 hours/wk, Mon-Fri (paid)

Application Deadline

January 31, 2024

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Eligibility

To be eligible for the internship, you must meet these criteria:

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How To Apply

You will need these documents for the application:

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Timeline

It is critical to meet these deadlines:

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Questions About the Progam?

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The Southern Plains Tribal Health Board’s THESIS program is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s John R. Lewis Undergraduate Public Health Scholars Program (Lewis Scholars Program).

The Lewis Scholars Program, formerly known as the CDC Undergraduate Public Health Scholars (CUPS) program, is supported by the CDC’s Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE), which also supports the Dr. James A. Ferguson Emerging Infectious Diseases program. These programs provide internship and fellowship opportunities for qualified undergraduate and graduate students to gain meaningful experiences in public health settings.