SURF+ ARA and Internship Programs

There are several ways to get involved with the Grants and Research Department at Maricopa Integrated Health System. Read more about the opportunities below!

Surgical Undergraduate Research Fluency Plus (SURF+) Program
The SURF+ Program is a summer internship designated for undergraduate university students with an interest in pursuing a career in healthcare. The students are paired with a mentor and introduced to the complexities of clinical research. In addition, they are given the unique opportunity to supplement their research projects with professional development by networking, observing surgeries, shadowing residents and surgeons on trauma call, and attending lectures. Click here for more information and application materials. 

Adjunct Research Associate (ARA) Program
The ARA Program is in place to vet a wide variety of volunteers, from students to public health workers to physicians, so that they may participate in research. Application requirements and other documents can be found below.

Grants and Research Internship Program
The Grants and Research Department is currently seeking interns to work on a variety of projects in a public hospital setting. If you would like to earn credit or simply want to gain professional experience, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. 

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the current internship opportunities with Grants and Research, please contact Napatkamon Ayutyanont at (602) 344-2583 or via email:   Napatkamon.Ayutyanont@mihs.org. 

Volunteering
The Volunteer Services Department at MIHS allows for dedicated individuals to help the Grants and Research Department with a variety of projects that benefit the community. To learn more about the MIHS Volunteer program, click here or call the Volunteer Services Information Hotline at (602) 344-5348.