Diversity Hub

The part-time UCSF student intern will work for 8 weeks over the summer months in a designated department. The Student Intern will be responsible for a number of clerical and support tasks as assigned by the department to which s/he is paired with, as well as project work. The Student Intern is also expected to fully participate in informational and educational activities intended to educate her/him about different health care professions, including brown bag lunch meetings, hospital/clinic tours, and mentorship activities. This program is sponsored by the Medical Center Human Resources.

SACNAS (the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Latinos and Native Americans in Science) at UCSF is a chapter of the National SACNAS Organization, whose mission is to promote the recruitment, retention and career development of underrepresented minorities in the sciences. SACNAS at UCSF is committed to preparing and empowering underrepresented minorities to become leaders that will have a positive impact in our society. To accomplish this, SACNAS at UCSF organizes academic, professional, community service and social activities, creating an enriched environment and support network that serves all of its members and the UCSF community.

The goal of S4D is to foster a supportive community for the professional development of traditionally underrepresented individuals in scientific research. S4D advocates for mentorship, provides outreach, and promotes discussion on topics that impact an increasingly diverse cohort of current and aspiring scientists.