Thank you for your interest in joining the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Global Health Organization, International Young Researchers' Conference (IYRC), and International Collaboration and Exchange Program (ICEP)  SUMMER PROGRAM 2025!
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Application Instructions:

• ​All information and questions are on one page.
• Clicking "Submit" at the bottom will submit your application.
• Interviews will be conducted with an IYRC team member
• Stipends for in-person TF will be announced in March.
• We look forward to your application!

About:
IYRC has an annual Tokyo Explore Program, Medicine and Research Summer Program, STEM Winter Program, ACComPLISHED Community Health Program, as well as 2 conferences and programming throughout the year. This application is for the 2024/2025 cycle of Teaching Fellows. You can read more about the program/pre-orientation program on our website:

• www.the-iyrc.org
• www.the-iyrc.org/tokyoexplore
• https://www.pgh.cuimc.columbia.edu/news/2021-international-young-researchers-conference
• https://www.cuimc.columbia.edu/news/local-high-schoolers-present-community-health-projects-columbia​

We have plenty of opportunities for you to volunteer both synchronously and asynchronously teaching, learning health topics, or exploring Japan!

Stay safe, have fun, and immerse yourself in a new culture.

• Explore Tokyo's vibrant cityscape and landmarks during guided tours.
• Be a welcoming and supportive presence for students joining the group.
• On Saturday, serve as a moderator at the University of Tokyo conference, where you'll listen to presentations and engage with the speakers by asking insightful questions.
• Take part in the International Collaboration Exchange Program (ICEP) and connect with partners from Keio University and Tokyo Women's Medical University.
• You're welcome to extend your trip to explore more of Japan outside the official program dates!
• Volunteer during the year over zoom/ in-person days at Columbia

​Volunteers who want more flexibility with the timing can still volunteer. They will not be eligible for the stipends mentioned above and can choose to pay a subsidized fee of $500 for the Japan trip.

​All volunteers will also be responsible for their own flight/ lodging/ outside of programming activities.