Internship Program | Overview
The Pediatric Anesthesia Clinical and Research Internship (@PACaRI) at Boston Children's Hospital (BCH) was established in 2010 to close that gap for prospective medical and healthcare-allied students. By offering high-quality mentorship, and unparalleled hands-on learning and research opportunities, @PACaRI provides exposure to the realities of medical practice and helps students decide whether a medical career aligns with their interests, aptitudes, and values.
We are currently accepting applications for the 2025-26 academic year. Please note that this long-term program is specifically designed for graduate students.
PACaRI's Mission Statement
The mission of the program is to inspire future healthcare professionals to be compassionate, forward-thinking, innovative, resilient, and lifelong learners.
The program:
- Complements the didactic training of undergraduate and graduate students to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research needs.
- Encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those from groups underrepresented in research, to pursue further studies or careers in research.
- Encourages individuals, including those from groups underrepresented in the medical field, to pursue healthcare studies.
Program Pillars
- Clinical - hands-on experience in the operating room
- Research - active participation in research with aim to present and publish findings
- Education - educational lecture presentations and workshops
- Academic Advising - application assistance and 1:1 mock interview
Meet Our Founder and Director
For more information, contact PACaRI@childrens.harvard.edu.