The Jericho Road Community Health Center and Erie Niagara Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Empowering & Mentoring in Medicine (EMIM) Program is a wonderful opportunity for high school students to explore career options in medicine and provide holistic care to the community. Join our 2025 cohort in a six-week program of interactive learning in dynamic healthcare environments.

The purpose of EMIM is to provide high school students the opportunity to participate in a program that will encourage and equip them to succeed as future medical providers (doctors, nurse practitioners, dentists, etc.) needed in our region.

2025 Internship Dates and Times
July 7 through August 14, 2025
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

About the Program

Our unique program incorporates active participation in a wide range of learning experiences, including:

• Admissions Planning and Academic Advising: Get tips and guidance on how to prepare for your education and career in the medical field.
• Career Discovery: Learn about the diverse job opportunities in a clinical setting.
• Shadowing Opportunities: Work directly with nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified diabetes educators, pharmacists, behavioral health providers, and medical doctors to understand their professions in practical clinical settings.
• Building Tours: Explore our community of healing, learning, and holistic care.
• Network: Meet real-world practitioners, medical teams, and current resident physicians.
• Activities and Live Demos: Observe skills and obtain wisdom and knowledge from internal and external partners.

In order to provide equitable opportunities for participating students, JRCHC and Erie Niagara AHEC will provide stipends for full participation in the program.

Submitting an Application

In order to apply, students MUST:

• Apply through the Mayor Summer Youth Program and clearly indicate on their application that they wish to be considered for placement in the EMIM Internship Program.
• Reside in the City of Buffalo
  • Proof of residency is required.
• Be entering grades 10, 11, or 12 in Fall 2025.
• Have a sincere interest and commitment to pursuing a healthcare career after high school.

Applications will be accepted until April 25, 2025. Only completed applications will be considered. If your application is selected for review, you will be contacted via the information you have provided to schedule an interview. Please make sure your contact information is current and accurate.

Online Applications can be completed and submitted through Survey Monkey

Physical applications may be printed, completed, and submitted by mail or dropped off at the following address:

Erie Niagara Area Health Education Center
Attn: Ondalee Horton
100 Leroy Avenue, Suite 250
Buffalo, NY 14214