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The Department of Clinical Research Informatics (DCRI) offers of variety of educational and training programs for students, visitors, and NIH employees related to clinical informatics, scientific computing, and computer applications.
DCRI provides opportunities for students to explore our research environment in clinical informatics and/or scientific computing through the following:
Student Internship Program
Summer internships are available for undergraduate, graduate, and PhD level students with an interest in clinical (medical or nursing) informatics and scientific computing. Students will work in an environment that uses a multidisciplinary team approach to develop and implement complex systems. Students will engage in activities based on their knowledge and interests with an emphasis on the research methodology.
Applications for the Summer Internship program must be submitted by March 1 of each year.
Examples of past research projects include:
- Evaluating the Usability of a Visual Display for Interdisciplinary Problem Documentation Among Clinicians
- Design Efficiencies and Satisfaction of Computerized Physician Order Entry: A Comparison of Two Order Entry Methods
- Evaluation of Computerized Order Entry (CPOE)
- Evaluation and Use of Wireless Technology
Informatics Nursing Graduate Practicum Program
The Informatics Nursing Practicum Graduate Program at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center, administered by the Department of Clinical Research Informatics (DCRI), supports graduate-level nursing informatics students in completing practicum experiences required for their degrees. The program offers hands-on training in clinical informatics, project management, and the analysis, design, and implementation of health information technology (HIT) systems.
Application Timeline
| Practicum Term | Application Window | Interview Notification | Final Selections Made |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall (Aug – Dec) | April 1st – 30th | By May 15th | By May 31st |
| Spring (Jan-May) | September 1st – 30th | By October 15th | By October 31st |
Applications can only be submitted during the designated submission periods or application windows listed above.
Please note that practicum placements are limited.
Applicants must ensure their academic institution has an active affiliation agreement with the NIH Clinical Center prior to applying.