Pediatric Oncology Student Training (POST) Program Grants
Forecasted
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's POST Program Grants fund mentored summer research for students in pediatric oncology to inspire future childhood cancer researchers.
Funder: Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per student project (8–10 week summer research experience; at least $4,000 as stipend)
Summary: Supports undergraduate, master’s, and medical students in mentored pediatric oncology research to foster early career development in childhood cancer research.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may shift—check the program page for updates.
Description
The Pediatric Oncology Student Training (POST) Program Grant provides undergraduate, master’s (not PhD), and medical students with direct experience in pediatric oncology research under the guidance of a faculty mentor. The program is designed as an 8–10 week summer research internship, allowing students to join ongoing projects or initiate original investigations related to childhood cancer. The goal is to inspire and prepare the next generation of pediatric oncology researchers, with an emphasis on increasing diversity in the field and supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds.
