BioScience: AI & Life Science in Disease Research

Internship Title: Bioscience, AI, Life Science & Disease Research Internship (Young Scholars Research Program)

‍Organization: George Mason University

‍Location: Hybrid / Virtual with optional in-person sessions at the George Mason University Science & Tech Campus in Manassas, Virginia

‍Type: Academic research program (program fee; scholarships may be available)

‍Schedule: June 20 - September 5, 2026

‍Eligibility: High school students interested in bioscience, artificial intelligence, public health, or biomedical research

‍Application Deadline: Varies by program session

‍Program Dates: Typically offered during the summer as part of a multi-week research program

Overview

The Bioscience, AI, Life Science, and Disease Research Internship is part of the Young Scholars Research Program at George Mason University. This program introduces high school students to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of biomedical science, artificial intelligence, and health policy. Students work with university faculty and mentors to explore how advanced data analytics and AI can be used to understand diseases, improve healthcare outcomes, and inform public policy decisions.

Participants collaborate in small research teams to investigate real-world biomedical and health-related questions. Projects may involve analyzing large datasets, exploring disease trends, or studying public health challenges using tools such as statistical modeling, network analysis, and data science techniques.

Throughout the program, students gain exposure to university-level research practices while learning how biomedical discoveries and analytical tools can shape healthcare policy and decision-making. The experience helps students develop skills in research design, scientific analysis, and interdisciplinary problem-solving.