The Division of Orthopedic Surgery Research offers a paid 12-month gap year clinical research training position starting in Summer of 2026 for second-year and third-year medical students.The Orthopedic Surgery Medical Student Research Gap Year Program is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated students to strengthen their applications for the Orthopedic Surgery Match. The program is located at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.Students in the Gap Year Program train under consultant mentors in the Division of Orthopedic Surgery Research in one of six division focus areas: Foot/Ankle, Hip/Knee, Peds, Shoulder/Elbow, Sports, Trauma, and Hand.

Third-year students participate in a one-month clinical clerkship rotation in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the end of their year. All students also attend weekly didactic sessions in various disciplines within orthopedic surgery to develop a strong foundation of knowledge.The Gap Year Program includes a stipend of $20,000. Students also can apply for a competitive short-term appointment with the division's NIH T32 training grant, which offers more funding.

Applications are accepted November 3 - December 19 for the 2026 - 2027 cycle

APPLY on our website: https://www.mayo.edu/research/departments-divisions/division-orthopedic-surgery/opportunities/gap-year-program

Email contact: rstorthoresgyp@mayo.edu