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MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Summer 2025 Project Applications NOW OPEN

Each year, MPower offers paid summer research projects with leadership at the Maryland Department of Health.

To view projects offered in 2025, click on the titles below. Each description includes details on requirements, duties, and information on the ideal student candidate.

2025 Projects:

Applicants – Incentivizing Provider Service in Maryland’s Underserved Areas: Analysis of the Maryland Loan Repayment Programs’ Impact 

Sara Seitz, MPH, Director, State Office of Rural Health, Office of Population Health Improvement, Maryland Department of Health

Service Obligations – Incentivizing Provider Service in Maryland’s Underserved Areas: Analysis of the Maryland Loan Repayment Programs’ Impact 

Sara Seitz, MPH, Director, State Office of Rural Health, Office of Population Health Improvement, Maryland Department of Health

Improving the Health of Rural Maryland via Strategic Planning: State Office of Rural Health 

Sara Seitz, MPH, Director, State Office of Rural Health, Office of Population Health Improvement, Maryland Department of Health

Vital Statistics Data: Data Analysis and Interpretation  

Monique E. Wilson, Dr. P.H, Director, Vital Statistics Administration (VSA), Maryland Department of Health

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting in late January. Final application deadline: Sunday, February 23, 2025 by 11:59 pm.

UM Scholars involves a competitive selection process to gauge student capabilities, interests and the potential to expand from the research experience. The process includes student/mentor interviews to ensure the best fit between mentors, students and projects and a quality experience for all parties. In addition, it establishes a defined project with clear expectations and deliverables. Mentors will interview student applicants and make their selections on the best candidate match to the project and to the mentor. Applicants are not guaranteed a placement or an interview.