Penn LENS (Laboratory Experiences in Natural Science) Program for Current 10th & 11th Grade Phila. School District Students – Mar 15

Posted by University of Pennsylva on February 20, 2024

The Penn LENS (Laboratory Experiences in Natural Science) program is looking for scientifically curious students who would like an authentic research experience. Current 10th and 11th graders from Philadelphia School District or Philadelphia charter schools will join Penn labs to participate in research under mentored guidance. The program is free, even transportation is covered, and students receive a $1500 financial award.

When you enter the Penn LENS (Penn Laboratory Experiences in the Natural Sciences) program, you will have the opportunity to join a research lab and take part in current scientific research. Every LENS participant is assigned a mentor and participates in a research project from one of the natural science disciplines, such as biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, linguistics or veterinary science.

Over the course of five weeks, School of Arts and Sciences’ natural science faculty and other lab members will provide guidance and mentorship to aid students in developing laboratory and research skills. Students will meet faculty from a variety of disciplines, participate in workshops to develop essential lab and science communication skills, explore career paths in science, talk to Penn undergrads currently doing research, and present their work at the end of the program.

Penn LENS is in-person and takes place at the University of Pennsylvania. The program will begin on June 18 and end on July 19.

The application requires students to write a short essay, submit a transcript, and one letter of recommendation. The final date for applications is March 15, 2024.

Learn more here and apply.

Questions? Email sas-soi@sas.upenn.edu.

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