Internship: Screening adherence in women with an increased risk to develop breast cancer: a systematic review
Organization
The Netherlands Cancer Institute in Amsterdam is an inspiring place where world-class research and patient care go hand in hand. Your internship will take place at the Department of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, where researchers study the psychological, social, and behavioral aspects of cancer to improve patients’ lives. As an intern, you’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages curiosity, learning, and personal growth.
Period of internship: November - February
Description of assignment
This internship is part of the OPTIONS study within the research group of Prof. Eveline Bleiker. You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team in a welcoming work environment, with opportunities to actively contribute to psychosocial research.
The project focuses on a systematic review examining adherence to breast cancer screening among women at increased genetic risk. The review aims to identify both adherence rates and factors that influence participation, such as risk perception, cancer worries, socioeconomic status, and coping strategies.
As an intern, you will play a key role in the review process. Your tasks include extracting key data from eligible studies and assessing their methodological quality using established critical appraisal tools. Working closely with the research team, you will help ensure accuracy, reliability, and consistency in the evidence synthesis.
This internship provides hands-on experience with systematic review methodology, critical appraisal, and international scientific literature. It is a valuable opportunity to strengthen your research skills and contribute to evidence that may improve screening strategies for women at high risk of breast cancer.
The study protocol for the systematic review can be found at:
https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/view/CRD42024516952
Practical information
Remote working is possible, though we encourage presence at the department for example once a week (this can be discussed). Travel expenses will be reimbursed. There is also the option to link this internship to a Master’s thesis, running from February to July.
Fluency in Dutch is not required.
Information contact person:
Name: Ellen Engelhardt
Telephone: 020 512 6294
Email: e.engelhardt@nki.nl