Emergency Medicine Research Associate Program (EMRAP) — UC Davis Health Department of Emergency Medicine

The Emergency Medicine Research Associate Program (EMRAP) at UC Davis Health is an undergraduate pre-professional volunteer opportunity that provides hands-on experience in clinical research and emergency department operations at UC Davis Medical Center, a Level 1 trauma center treating approximately 80,000 patients annually. Participants complete required weekly lectures, quarterly meetings, and competence tests while volunteering at least 10 four-hour shifts per quarter, gaining exposure to emergency medicine research, healthcare delivery systems, and mentorship from physicians and clinical staff. Benefits include clinical research experience, letters of recommendation, transcript notation, and potential advancement to leadership roles or special projects.