High School Youth Researcher Summer (HYRS) Program
HYRS
Summer 2027
July 2-August 13, 2027
Spend your summer discovering what health research looks like on the leading edge of discovery in southern Alberta.
HYRS
Summer 2027
July 2-August 13, 2027
Spend your summer discovering what health research looks like on the leading edge of discovery in southern Alberta.
Discover Research. Shape the Future.
Grade 11 students. $3,000 stipend. Real research experience.
Spend six weeks at the University of Lethbridge working alongside researchers, exploring health and emerging technologies, and discovering where your curiosity could take you.
Whether you’re already passionate about science or simply curious about what a future in research could look like, HYRS at the University of Lethbridge offers an unforgettable start to your journey.
Student Application
The deadline for ALL submissions is Friday, March 26, 2027 at 11:45 p.m.
Submit a Reference
Teacher and community references are an important part of the adjudication process. Submit references by Monday, March 29, 2027 at 11:45 p.m.
Lab & Mentor Application
Seeking labs and research groups to supervise HYRS students. Mentor applications are due May 3, 2027
HYRS at a glance
Six weeks. One summer. A whole new perspective.
Real research
Join an active research project and contribute to real university research.
One-on-one mentorship
Learn directly from faculty, undergraduate and graduate students, and other research professionals at ULethbridge.
$3,000 stipend
Receive a stipend for your participation in this six-week summer experience.
Explore health & innovation
Discover how research, emerging technologies, and different disciplines come together to improve health.
Share your discoveries
Present your research with confidence at the HYRS Summer Research Showcase alongside undergraduate students.
Explore ULethbridge
Discover university life, explore our Science Commons, and learn alongside a small cohort of like-minded students.
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What is HYRS?
The Alberta Innovates High School Youth Researcher Summer (HYRS) program at the University of Lethbridge provides Grade 11 students with an immersive summer research experience designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and inspire the next generation of health research and innovation leaders. Through hands-on research alongside University of Lethbridge faculty and graduate student mentors, participants explore how research drives discoveries that improve health and well-being.
Throughout the program, students develop research and professional skills while gaining exposure to emerging technologies, interdisciplinary approaches to health research, and innovation. In addition to contributing to active research projects, participants take part in workshops, career development sessions, networking opportunities, and presentations that deepen their understanding of research pathways and future careers in science, health, and innovation.
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Be a HYRS Mentor
To mentor a HYRS student this summer, please complete the following mentor application. For more details on mentor expectations, please refer to this link.
Mark your calendars for the 2027 Summer Research Showcase celebration!
Talk with summer student researchers at the University of Lethbridge and discover something new as they share what they have been working on. This showcase highlights undergraduate researchers and the high school students participating in the HYRS program.
Thursday, August 12, 2027
6:30-9 p.m.
Science Commons Atrium